Volkswagen Touareg

Selected: Touareg V6 TDI Elegance • Price: R 1 494 300
Model range: R 1 494 300R 1 805 200
Body type
SUVs
Transmission
Automatic
Fuel
Diesel
Drive
All
Power
190 kW
Torque
600 Nm
Fuel consumption
7.8 L/100km
Monthly fuel cost
R 2 417/month
Your monthly km driven
km/month
The entry-level option in the range, designed to keep monthly repayments and upfront costs lower.
AWD models

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72 mo • 10% deposit • 35% balloon • 10.75% APR
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APR: 10.75%
Monthly: R 20 315

Estimated instalment based on a R 1 494 300 retail price, 10% deposit, 35% balloon, 72-month term at 10.75% APR. Not a dealer or manufacturer offer.

Balloon due: R 523 005
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Estimated monthly premium
R 3 850 – R 4 850
Rough estimate only. Assumes standalone comprehensive cover — multi-policy or loyalty discounts (typically 15–25%) are not reflected. Actual premium depends on your full risk profile, claims history, and insurer.

About the Volkswagen Touareg

The Volkswagen Touareg is a full-size premium SUV sold in South Africa and positioned at the top of the local Volkswagen range, sharing its MLB Evo platform with the Porsche Cayenne and Audi Q8 and available with a turbocharged 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine and standard air suspension. It competes with the BMW X5, Mercedes-Benz GLE, and Audi Q7 in the premium large SUV segment, targeting buyers who want Volkswagen's engineering credentials in a flagship SUV without the premium associated with a Porsche or Audi badge. The Touareg is supplied as a fully imported unit through Volkswagen South Africa's authorised dealer network.

Who is the Touareg best for?

  • Premium large SUV buyers comparing the BMW X5, Mercedes-Benz GLE, or Audi Q7 who want shared Porsche Cayenne underpinnings at a lower price
  • Volkswagen brand loyalists who want the brand's flagship SUV with standard air suspension and V6 diesel power
  • Buyers who want Porsche Cayenne engineering credentials without paying the Porsche or Audi badge premium
  • Long-distance touring buyers who want a large premium SUV with a diesel engine, air suspension, and a panoramic roof

Volkswagen Touareg — frequently asked questions

How much does the Touareg cost in South Africa?
The Touareg is priced from R1 494 300 to R1 805 200 in South Africa, depending on variant (4 variants listed).
What is the monthly instalment on a Touareg?
Based on a 72-month contract with 10% deposit, 35% balloon and 10.75% APR, repayments on the cheapest Touareg (from R1 494 300) start from about R20 315/month — indicative only, subject to credit approval.
What is the Touareg's fuel consumption?
The Touareg has a claimed fuel consumption of 7.8 L/100km.
What engine options does the Touareg come in?
The Touareg range includes Diesel options, with a 3L engine, producing up to 190kW.
Is the Touareg available with automatic or manual transmission?
The Touareg is available exclusively with an automatic transmission.
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Touareg V6 TDI Elegance
R 1 494 300
Monthly
R 20 315
72 mo • 10% deposit • 35% balloon • 10.75% APR • Balloon plan