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VW Touareg generations and tyre sizes

Touareg

I

2002 – 2006
Diesel, Petrol128–331 kW (174–450 PS)Automatic / Manual
235/65 R17255/60 R17255/55 R18275/45 R19275/45 R20
Touareg

I (1. Facelift)

2006 – 2010
Diesel, Petrol128–331 kW (174–450 PS)Manual / Automatic
235/65 R17255/55 R18275/45 R19275/40 R20295/35 R21
Touareg

II

2010 – 2014
Diesel, Petrol, Hybrid150–279 kW (204–379 PS)Automatic
235/65 R17255/55 R18265/50 R19
Touareg

II (1. Facelift)

2014 – 2018
Diesel, Hybrid150–279 kW (204–379 PS)Automatic
235/65 R17255/55 R18275/45 R20
Touareg III

III

2018 – 2023
Diesel, Petrol, Hybrid170–340 kW (231–462 PS)Automatic
235/65 R17235/70 R17255/60 R17235/65 R18255/55 R18255/60 R18255/55 R19265/50 R19255/50 R20275/45 R20285/45 R20275/40 R21285/40 R21
Touareg Touareg III (1. Facelift)

Touareg III (1. Facelift)

2023 – 2026
Diesel, Petrol, Hybrid170–340 kW (231–462 PS)Automatic
235/65 R18255/55 R19285/45 R20

For the VW Touareg in 2026, the top-rated tyres are GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 (rated 9.5/10) and Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 (rated 9.4/10). The VW Touareg uses 16 tyre sizes across 6 generations. The GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 excels in Comfort while the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stands out in Dry performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best tyres for VW Touareg?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated tyres for VW Touareg are: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 (9.5/10), Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 (9.4/10), Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV (9.3/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit VW Touareg?
The VW Touareg uses the following tyre sizes: 235/65 R17, 255/60 R17, 255/55 R18, 275/45 R19, 275/45 R20, 275/40 R20, 295/35 R21, 265/50 R19, 235/70 R17, 235/65 R18, 255/60 R18, 255/55 R19, 255/50 R20, 285/45 R20, 275/40 R21, 285/40 R21.
How many generations does the VW Touareg have?
The VW Touareg has 6 generations, from 2002 to 2023.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for VW Touareg?
For wet road performance on VW Touareg, the top-rated tyres are Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV (9.5/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 good for VW Touareg?
Yes, the GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 is the top-rated tyre for VW Touareg with a rating of 9.5/10. Its strongest discipline is comfort. It covers 93% of VW Touareg tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for VW Touareg?
To choose the right tyres for VW Touareg: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.
What is the difference between summer and winter tyres for VW Touareg?
Summer tyres are optimized for warm temperatures (above 7 degrees C) with better dry and wet grip. Winter tyres use softer compounds and deeper treads for cold conditions, snow and ice. All-season tyres offer a compromise but do not match specialists in extreme conditions. Choose based on your climate and driving needs.

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