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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 Winter tyres are GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 (rated 9.5/10) and Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV (rated 9.1/10). The VW Touareg uses 16 tyre sizes across 6 generations. The GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 excels in Comfort while the Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV stands out in Wet performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

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

Winter tyres for VW Touareg - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for VW Touareg

Best tyres for VW Touareg by category

Best for dry
Pirelli SCORPION WINTER
9.4/10
Best for wet
Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV
9.5/10
Best for comfort
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1
9.2/10
Best for noise
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1
9.2/10
Best for snow
Pirelli SCORPION WINTER
8.6/10
Best overall
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1
9.5/10

Tyre comparison for VW Touareg

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-19.59.08.69.29.2Premium93%
2Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV9.19.59.16.97.1Premium68%
3Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium112%
4Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV9.08.78.97.97.9Premium218%
5Pirelli SCORPION WINTER9.07.99.46.97.0Premium243%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for VW Touareg?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for VW Touareg are: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 (9.5/10), Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV (9.1/10), Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10). 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.

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