Compare 2016 Volkswagen Touareg specifications by trim levels
Touareg is a 5-seat SUV from Volkswagen, which first hit the market back in 2004.
With the price tag ranging from $42,705 to $59,745, the Volkswagen Touareg faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Dodge Durango, Ford Flex.
The Volkswagen Touareg has a maximum towing capacity of 7716 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Volkswagen Touareg boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 23 to 29 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 76.40mm x 188.80mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2016 Volkswagen Touareg
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Fuel Tank: 26.4 gal
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Wheelbase: 113.9 in
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MPG: 17 city/23 hwy
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0-60 mph: 7.8 sec
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Engine: 3.6L V-6
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Towing capacity: 7716 lbs
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Curb: 4696 lbs
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 188.8 x 76.4 x 68.2
2016 Volkswagen Touareg Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Volkswagen Touareg is offered in 5 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Volkswagen Touareg safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Volkswagen Touareg specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style SUV
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Engine 3.6L V-6,3.0L V-6 DOHC
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Horsepower 240 hp @ 1951 –
280 hp @ 1931 -
Torque 266 lb-ft. @ 2,500 –
406 lb-ft. @ 2,000 -
Transmission 8-spd w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 6.9 - 8 sec
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1/4 mile time 15.3 - 16.6 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 188.8 in
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Width 76.4 in
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Height 68.2 in
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Wheelbase 113.9 in
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Curb Weight 4696 lbs
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GVWR 6173 lbs
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Towing capacity 7716 lbs
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Turning radius 19.5 ft
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CAPACITY
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Luggage capacity 32.1 ft
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Cargo capacity 64 cu.ft
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Seats 5
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 26.4 gal
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City 17 - 21 mpg
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Combined 20 - 25 mpg
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Highway 23 - 29 mpg
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Highway range 607.2 - 765.6 mi
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WARRANTY
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Basic Warranty 36/36,000 mths/miles
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Specifications 
VR6 Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
TDI Sport w/Technology 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
VR6 Lux 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
TDI Lux 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
| Exterior length | |||
| 188.8 in | 188.8 in | 188.8 in | 188.8 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 76.4 in | 76.4 in | 76.4 in | 76.4 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 68.2 in | 68.2 in | 68.2 in | 68.2 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 280 hp | 240 hp | 280 hp | 240 hp |
| Torque | |||
| 266 lb-ft. | 406 lb-ft. | 266 lb-ft. | 406 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight | |||
| 4696 lbs | 4919 lbs | 4696 lbs | 4919 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
| 6173 lbs | 6305 lbs | 6173 lbs | 6305 lbs |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 113.9 in | 113.9 in | 113.9 in | 113.9 in |
| Turning radius | |||
| 19.5 '' | 19.5 '' | 19.5 '' | 19.5 '' |
| Front legroom | |||
| 41.4 in | 41.4 in | 41.4 in | 41.4 in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 36.7 in | 36.7 in | 36.7 in | 36.7 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 40 in | 40 in | 40 in | 40 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 39 in | 39 in | 39 in | 39 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 60 in | 60 in | 60 in | 60 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 57 in | 57 in | 57 in | 57 in |
| Payload | |||
| 1,239 lbs. | 1,168 lbs. | 1,239 lbs. | 1,168 lbs. |
VR6 Executive 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
| Exterior length |
| 188.8 in |
| Exterior body width |
| 76.4 in |
| Exterior height |
| 68.2 in |
| Horsepower |
| 280 hp |
| Torque |
| 266 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight |
| 4696 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) |
| 6173 lbs |
| Wheelbase |
| 113.9 in |
| Turning radius |
| 19.5 '' |
| Front legroom |
| 41.4 in |
| Rear legroom |
| 36.7 in |
| Front headroom |
| 40 in |
| Rear headroom |
| 39 in |
| Front shoulder room |
| 60 in |
| Rear shoulder room |
| 57 in |
| Payload |
| 1,239 lbs. |
Interior Features
VR6 Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
TDI Sport w/Technology 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
VR6 Lux 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
TDI Lux 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
| Air conditioning, front | |||
| dual zone Climatronic automatic | dual zone Climatronic automatic | dual zone Climatronic automatic | dual zone Climatronic automatic |
| Clock | |||
| in-dash | in-dash | in-dash | in-dash |
| Cupholders | |||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim | |||
| leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look | leather/metal-look |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Overhead console | |||
| mini | mini | mini | mini |
| Floor console | |||
| full | full | full | full |
| Floor mats | |||
| carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| Rear windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| 1-touch window up | |||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| 1-touch window down | |||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Instrumentation | |||
| analog | analog | analog | analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror | |||
| auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night |
| Remote trunk release | |||
| power | proximity | proximity | proximity |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 2 | 2 | – | – |
| Steering wheel material | |||
| leather/piano black | leather/piano black | leather/piano black | leather/piano black |
| Lighter elements | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Auxiliary visors | |||
| dual | dual | dual | dual |
VR6 Executive 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
| Air conditioning, front |
| dual zone Climatronic automatic |
| Clock |
| in-dash |
| Cupholders |
| front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim |
| leather/metal-look |
| 12V DC power outlet |
| 4 |
| Overhead console |
| mini |
| Floor console |
| full |
| Floor mats |
| carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows |
| power |
| Rear windows |
| power |
| 1-touch window up |
| front and rear |
| 1-touch window down |
| front and rear |
| Instrumentation |
| analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors |
| driver and passenger |
| Rear view mirror |
| auto-dimming day-night |
| Remote trunk release |
| proximity |
| Seatback storage pockets |
| 2 |
| Steering wheel material |
| leather/piano black |
| Lighter elements |
| front |
| Auxiliary visors |
| dual |
Exterior Features
VR6 Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
TDI Sport w/Technology 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
VR6 Lux 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
TDI Lux 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
| Antenna | |||
| window grid | window grid | window grid | window grid |
| Body material | |||
| fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
| Paint | |||
| clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim | |||
| chrome | chrome | chrome | chrome |
| Fog/driving lights | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Door count | |||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door | |||
| power liftgate | power liftgate | power liftgate | power liftgate |
| Tinted windows | |||
| deep | deep | deep | deep |
| Rear window type | |||
| fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
| Mirrors | |||
| dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
| Sunroof | |||
| 1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – | – |
| Spoiler | |||
| lip | lip | lip | lip |
| Wheels | |||
| 18 silver aluminum | 18 silver aluminum | 19 silver aluminum | 19 silver aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel | |||
| compact aluminum | compact aluminum | compact aluminum | compact aluminum |
| Rear window wipers | |||
| fixed interval | fixed interval | fixed interval | fixed interval |
| Mirrors, auto dimming | |||
| driver | driver | – | – |
| Bodyside insert | |||
| chrome | chrome | chrome | chrome |
VR6 Executive 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
| Antenna |
| window grid |
| Body material |
| fully galvanized steel |
| Paint |
| clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim |
| chrome |
| Fog/driving lights |
| front |
| Door count |
| 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door |
| power liftgate |
| Tinted windows |
| deep |
| Rear window type |
| fixed |
| Mirrors |
| dual power remote |
| Sunroof |
| 1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
| Spoiler |
| lip |
| Wheels |
| 20 silver aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel |
| compact aluminum |
| Rear window wipers |
| fixed interval |
| Mirrors, auto dimming |
| driver |
| Bodyside insert |
| chrome |
Seats
VR6 Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
TDI Sport w/Technology 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
VR6 Lux 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
TDI Lux 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
| Front seat type | |||
| bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
| Standard seating | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls | |||
| 8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
| 8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power |
| Lumbar support | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Front armrests | |||
| center | center | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Front head restraints | |||
| adjustable | adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
| Heated front seats | |||
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
| Memory | |||
| driver | driver | – | – |
| Rear seats | |||
| 60-40 split-bench | 60-40 split-bench | 60-40 split-bench | 60-40 split-bench |
| Rear armrest | |||
| with pass-thru | with pass-thru | with pass-thru | with pass-thru |
| Rear head restraints | |||
| 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim | |||
| V-Tex leatherette | V-Tex leatherette | leather | leather |
| Cooled front seats | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | – | – |
VR6 Executive 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
| Front seat type |
| bucket |
| Standard seating |
| 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls |
| 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls |
| 8-way power |
| Lumbar support |
| driver and passenger |
| Front armrests |
| driver and passenger |
| Front head restraints |
| adjustable |
| Heated front seats |
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
| Memory |
| driver |
| Rear seats |
| 60-40 split-bench |
| Rear armrest |
| with pass-thru |
| Rear head restraints |
| 3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim |
| leather |
| Cooled front seats |
| driver and passenger |
Entertainment System
VR6 Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
TDI Sport w/Technology 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
VR6 Lux 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
TDI Lux 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
| Radio | |||
| SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
| CD player | |||
| in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
| Speakers | |||
| 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Navigation system | |||
| yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
VR6 Executive 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
| Radio |
| SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
| CD player |
| in-dash mounted single |
| Speakers |
| 10 Dynaudio |
| Amplifier |
| 620W |
| Navigation system |
| yes with voice activation |
| 1st row LCD screen |
| 1 |
Safety and Security Features
VR6 Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
TDI Sport w/Technology 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
VR6 Lux 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
TDI Lux 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
| Airbags, frontal | |||
| driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact | |||
| seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain | |||
| curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Traction control | |||
| ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Headlights | |||
| high intensity low/high beam, Bi-Xenon | high intensity low/high beam, Bi-Xenon | high intensity low/high beam, Bi-Xenon | high intensity low/high beam, Bi-Xenon |
| Exterior light control | |||
| fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
| Door curb lights | |||
| 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Remote keyless entry | |||
| keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
| Door locks | |||
| power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
| Lane departure warning | |||
| Lane Assist | Lane Assist | Lane Assist | Lane Assist |
VR6 Executive 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
| Airbags, frontal |
| driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact |
| seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain |
| curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Traction control |
| ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners |
| front and rear |
| Headlights |
| high intensity low/high beam, Bi-Xenon |
| Exterior light control |
| fully automatic |
| Door curb lights |
| 4 |
| Remote keyless entry |
| keyfob (all doors) |
| Door locks |
| power with 2 stage unlock |
Mechanical Features
VR6 Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
TDI Sport w/Technology 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
VR6 Lux 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
TDI Lux 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
| Engine | |||
| 3.6L V-6 | 3.0L V-6 | 3.6L V-6 | 3.0L V-6 |
| Recommended fuel | |||
| premium unleaded | diesel | premium unleaded | diesel |
| Brakes | |||
| 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
| 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive type | |||
| all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| Exhaust | |||
| stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Steering | |||
| rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
| Speed sensitive steering | |||
| Servotronic | Servotronic | Servotronic | Servotronic |
| Suspension tuning | |||
| regular | regular | regular | regular |
| Front suspension type | |||
| double wishbone | double wishbone | double wishbone | double wishbone |
| Front shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Front springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Rear suspension type | |||
| multi-link | multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
| Rear shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Sequential shift control | |||
| Tiptronic | Tiptronic | Tiptronic | Tiptronic |
| Transmission | |||
| 8-spd w/OD | 8-spd w/OD | 8-spd w/OD | 8-spd w/OD |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 3.70 | 3.27 | 3.70 | 3.27 |
| Turbocharger | |||
| intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | – | – |
VR6 Executive 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
| Engine |
| 3.6L V-6 |
| Recommended fuel |
| premium unleaded |
| Brakes |
| 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
| 4-wheel |
| Drive type |
| all-wheel drive |
| Exhaust |
| stainless steel |
| Steering |
| rack and pinion |
| Speed sensitive steering |
| Servotronic |
| Suspension tuning |
| regular |
| Front suspension type |
| double wishbone |
| Front shocks |
| gas-pressurized |
| Front springs |
| coil |
| Rear suspension type |
| multi-link |
| Rear shocks |
| gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs |
| coil |
| Sequential shift control |
| Tiptronic |
| Transmission |
| 8-spd w/OD |
| Axle ratio |
| 3.70 |
Other Specs
VR6 Sport 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
TDI Sport w/Technology 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
VR6 Lux 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
TDI Lux 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
| Luggage capacity | |||
| 32.1 cu.ft. | 32.1 cu.ft. | 32.1 cu.ft. | 32.1 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | |||
| 64.0 cu.ft. | 64.0 cu.ft. | 64.0 cu.ft. | 64.0 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size | |||
| 3.6 liters | 3.0 liters | 3.6 liters | 3.0 liters |
| Base engine type | |||
| V-6 | V-6 | V-6 | V-6 |
| Horsepower rpm | |||
| 6,200 | 3,400 | 6,200 | 3,400 |
| Torque rpm | |||
| 2,500 | 2,000 | 2,500 | 2,000 |
| Fuel tank capacity | |||
| 26.4 gal. | 26.4 gal. | 26.4 gal. | 26.4 gal. |
| EPA mileage estimates | |||
| 17 City / 23 Hwy | 21 City / 29 Hwy | 17 City / 23 Hwy | 21 City / 29 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights | |||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Lighting - dome light | |||
| fade | fade | fade | fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Engine - valvetrain | |||
| DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |||
| 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |||
| 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |||
| 144/unlimited | 144/unlimited | 144/unlimited | 144/unlimited |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |||
| 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 | 36/36,000 |
| Tires | |||
| P255/55HR18.0 BSW AS | P255/55HR18.0 BSW AS | P265/50HR19.0 BSW AS | P265/50HR19.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front | |||
| variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
| Maximum towing capacity | |||
| 7,716 lbs. | 7,716 lbs. | 7,716 lbs. | 7,716 lbs. |
VR6 Executive 4dr All-wheel Drive 4MOTION |
| Luggage capacity |
| 32.1 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity |
| 64.0 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size |
| 3.6 liters |
| Base engine type |
| V-6 |
| Horsepower rpm |
| 6,200 |
| Torque rpm |
| 2,500 |
| Fuel tank capacity |
| 26.4 gal. |
| EPA mileage estimates |
| 17 City / 23 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights |
| front and rear |
| Lighting - dome light |
| fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors |
| driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts |
| front |
| Engine - valvetrain |
| DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) |
| 36/36,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) |
| 120/100,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) |
| 144/unlimited |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) |
| 36/36,000 |
| Tires |
| P275/45HR20.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front |
| variable intermittent |
| Maximum towing capacity |
| 7,716 lbs. |