The car was bought four years ago 50 miles later have had minor problems. The beauty of the trip Tronic transmission in this model has gear oil, for life, not ATF. At 125,000 miles it shifts like new. I’ll probably be buried at it when that time arrives !!

This SUV has nearly all the features of the BMW X5 and Audi version for about $20K less money. Only real difference was no moon roof, multi cameras and 18 instead of 19 inch tires. Steering is tight and with the TDI Engine the vehicle has 7000+ lbs pull capacity. Interior is great and quiet.

Although I have owned this 2012 VW Touareg TDI LUX SUV for only a few months, I can say that it rides and performs like no other SUV I have owned and I have had a lot of Eddie Bauers, Mountaineers and Jeeps and a Lexus. Plus I have had a lot of sedans top to bottom. The feeling of power and confidence in the Touareg is amazing. It seems to like going up hills with acceleration and no sweat. It has a smooth transmission. Power is no problem and fuel efficiency is great too. The real leather seating in the LUX is truly deluxe. The seat position controls and lumbar are good. Although the seats have a 3 person memory, it would be better if they had an automatic entry and exit positions. This vehicle should have auto unlock or touch unlock and keyless ignition. Also the vehicle does not support a remote starter so if you want one installed they have to wire a key under the dash to make it work. Some of the feature controls could be easier understand how they operate. Finally, although I love the Touareg, it was a good thing I bought a CPO warrantied vehicle. During the first month of ownership, it was in the shop twice for almost a week each time to correct things that were not properly done with the emissions recall. Great handling, great ride and it makes me feel good to be behind the wheel.