Volkswagen Touareg (2020)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 1,542 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,413

£201/month

MOT Pass Rate

93%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 30-42

2995cc Petrol

Great Choice

93% pass rate, £2,413/year to run. 11 points above average.

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Petrol2995cc6 years old1,542 tests44k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 2995cc)

~30 mpg

£1,958

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£2,413

Per month£201/mo

Per week£46/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

93% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Volkswagen brand average of 85%.

93% of MOT tests on Volkswagen Touaregs from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 1,542 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 43,671 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 models972nd of 2,554(top half)

Rank among Volkswagen models247th of 1,086(top 23%)

vs average of all models+11%(82% avg)

vs 2020 models average+1%(92% avg)

vs Volkswagen average+8%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

43,671

Average miles

29,600

Expected for age

The average 2020 Volkswagen Touareg had 43,671 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

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Volkswagen Touareg by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	93%	745	35,077 mi
2020	93%	1,542	43,671 mi
2019	91%	6,746	49,179 mi
2018	90%	3,613	56,095 mi
2017	85%	7,454	65,245 mi
2016	86%	8,176	75,288 mi
2015	85%	9,905	84,367 mi
2014	88%	7,329	94,102 mi
2013	86%	5,596	104,529 mi
2012	86%	4,035	113,342 mi
2011	84%	3,701	122,498 mi
2010	81%	1,668	128,292 mi
2009	80%	2,577	126,791 mi
2008	78%	3,337	137,817 mi
2007	79%	4,677	142,943 mi
2006	78%	3,571	146,020 mi
2005	76%	2,324	147,345 mi
2004	79%	1,176	138,196 mi
2003	79%	317	130,286 mi

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About the 2020 Volkswagen Touareg

The 2020 Volkswagen Touareg is a large car. Our records list a 2995cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 1,542 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all models from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 43,671 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Volkswagen Touareg owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2020 Volkswagen Touareg Fuel Costs

The 2995cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,958 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2020 Volkswagen Touareg?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,413 (£201/month), broken down as £1,958 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 93% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Volkswagen Touareg Reliability Trend

Newer Volkswagen Touaregs pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 9 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2020 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.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Timing Chain / Belt

Watch out

At 6 years old, check whether the timing belt has been replaced (typically due every 5-7 years or 60,000-100,000 miles). A snapped belt can destroy the engine.

Oil Consumption

Low risk

Larger petrol engines can develop higher oil consumption as they age. Check the oil level and look for blue smoke from the exhaust.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2020 Volkswagen Touareg stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Volkswagen Touareg(2020)	93%	£1,958	£200	Grp 30-42	£2,413
BMW 5 Series(2018)	91%	£1,958	£200	Grp 30-42	£2,413same
Land Rover Range Rover Sport(2018)	93%	£1,958	£200	Grp 30-42	£2,413same
BMW X3(2019)	92%	£1,958	£200	Grp 30-42	£2,413same
Mercedes GLC(2019)	93%	£1,958	£200	Grp 30-42	£2,413same

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2020 Volkswagen Touareg

Is the 2020 Volkswagen Touareg reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 93% of MOT tests on 2020 Volkswagen Touaregs ended in a pass, from 1,542 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 11 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2020 Volkswagen Touareg cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,413 a year (£201 a month): £1,958 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 Volkswagen Touareg?

93% of 1,542 MOT tests on the 2020 Volkswagen Touareg ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 972nd of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (top half).

Which year Volkswagen Touareg has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 Volkswagen Touareg has the highest MOT pass rate at 93% and the 2005 the lowest at 76%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2020 Volkswagen Touareg?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 Volkswagen Touareg is 43,671 miles, which is above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.