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VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG (2018)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 3,613 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

90%

Total Tests (2024)

3,613

Avg Mileage

56,095 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,690

Is the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VOLKSWAGEN brand average of 85%.

At 6 years old, 90% of VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREGs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 3,613 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 56,095 miles.

How does the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG compare?

Rank among all 2018 cars349th out of 649(top 54%)
Rank among all VOLKSWAGEN models436th out of 1,118(top 39%)
vs national average+8% (82% avg)
vs 2018 cars average+1% (89% avg)
vs VOLKSWAGEN average+5% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG has 56,095 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

Best year to buy a VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 93% MOT pass rate, while the 2005 model has the lowest at 76%. The 2018 sits between the two at 90%.

How much does a 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 2967cc)
£1,245
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,690
Per month£141/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202193%74535,077 mi
202093%1,54243,671 mi
201991%6,74649,179 mi
201890%3,61356,095 mi
201785%7,45465,245 mi
201686%8,17675,288 mi
201585%9,90584,367 mi
201488%7,32994,102 mi
201386%5,596104,529 mi
201286%4,035113,342 mi
201184%3,701122,498 mi
201081%1,668128,292 mi
200980%2,577126,791 mi
200878%3,337137,817 mi
200779%4,677142,943 mi
200678%3,571146,020 mi
200576%2,324147,345 mi
200479%1,176138,196 mi
200379%317130,286 mi

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About the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG

The 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG is a large car with a 2967cc diesel engine. 3,613 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 56,095 miles at 6 years old, VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2018 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG Fuel Costs

The 2967cc diesel engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 40 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,245 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,690 (£141/month), broken down as £1245 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG Reliability Trend

Newer VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREGs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 9 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG

At 6 years old, the VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 93%.

Alternatives to the 2018 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG

If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: