Volkswagen Touareg vs Mercedes-AMG GLE Comparison

Volkswagen Touareg

Mercedes-AMG GLE

How they stack

Our Take

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Touareg

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CarExpert Score

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8.5

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Based on the Volkswagen Touareg 210TDI R-LINE

Based on the Mercedes-AMG GLE

Best suitable for...

Driving the family

Towing

Long distance driving

Fuel Efficiency

75L - 90L

248 to 666 km

85L

850 to 1105 km

Warranty

5 year
warranty

MSRP

$86,790 - $129,990

$182,000 - $272,300

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CarExpert's Take

Scott Collie

Contributor

Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:

Hits

Excellent value
Rear-wheel steer offers excellent manoeuvrability
Versatility of air suspension

Misses

Touchscreen technology occasionally laggy
No longer the top dog in the Touareg range
Lacks the badge cred of German rivals

Standard Features

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Wireless phone charger

Powered tailgate

Rear air vents

Adaptive cruise control

Climate control

Reversing sensors

Reversing camera

Autonomous emergency braking

Optional Features

Metallic Paint (+$2,200)
Metallic Paint Premium (+$2,500)

Metallic Paint Premium (+$1,100)
Towbar Pack (+$2,900)

Reviews

8.5

2025 Volkswagen Touareg review

With a mix of high-end tech and a reasonable price, the Touareg 210TDI R-Line is an excellent alternative to the luxury SUV establishment.

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Specs

Type
TURBO CDI, TURBO CR DIR PETROL		TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ
Size (cc)
2967 - 2995		2999 - 3982
Size (L)
3.0L		4.0L, 3.0L
Induction
TURBO V6		TWIN TURBO V8, TWIN TURBO 6, TURBO 6
Camshaft
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM		DUAL OVERHEAD CAM, VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
24		24 - 32
Power
170kW - 250kW		320kW - 450kW
Power RPM
4000 - 5300		5750 - 6100
Torque
450Nm - 600Nm		560Nm - 850Nm
Torque RPM
1500 - 1750		1800 - 2500
Bore Stroke
-		-
Compression Ratio
11.2 - 16.3		8.6 - 10.5

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Volkswagen Touareg vs Mercedes-AMG GLE Comparison