2017 Volkswagen Touareg vs BMW X5 Comparison

2017 Volkswagen Touareg vs 2017 BMW X5

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A mid-size SUV is a multi-purpose vehicle first and foremost; it is designed for the driver that is looking to do and excel everything, from hauling cargo to driving a large group of passengers to traversing unpaved or snowed-over roads and much more with equal ease. This year, two Europeans strive to fill out this particular niche - the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg and the 2017 BMW X5. Both are similar vehicles that set out to accomplish the same goal, but their approaches to them differ significantly. We’ve compared the two cars to see which one is a better pick for a family mid-size SUV according to several different metrics to help you choose between them.

Performance

An SUV that needs to haul a whole family, a truck filled with cargo or even both at the same time while still passing on the highway or navigating difficult terrain needs to have the power, the handling and the maneuverability to do so with ease. The Volkswagen Touareg approaches this problem simply, offering just one powertrain configuration. All Touareg come standard with a 3.6-liter V-6 engine, all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The combination earns it 280 horsepower and 266 pound-feet of torque, which makes for a spirited drive. The X5, on the other hand, is offered with two 3.0-liter six-cylinder engines, with the base being rear wheel drive, with upgraded all-wheel drive extra option. The turbocharged six-cylinder offers comparable power to the Touareg, but takes more time to reach it and is less responsive thanks to its smaller volume.

Comfort and Convenience

The Touareg comes standard with a few more features than its competition. The X5 does offer many similar offerings, but with additional cost. 2017 Touareg enjoy keyless ignition and satellite radio as some of these standard features. Enjoy the additional comfort of a 10 year / 100,000 mile drivetrain warranty for extra piece of mind.

Styling

Both of the two European SUVs are icons of traditional styling, but Volkswagen manages to make that tradition timeless. The Touareg design manages to avoid dating itself in such a way by combining curves with straight lines and keeping adornment to a minimum. This minimalist design, ironically echoing Scandinavian design philosophy, manages to remain current even as fashions change.

There are many requirements when it comes to selecting a comfortable, quick and stylish mid-size SUV and both the 2017 BMW X5 and the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg are strong contenders for this role. Of the two, it is the Volkswagen Touareg that takes the lead in many important areas, such as performance, space and just plain good looks. We invite you to stop by our dealership and take one of these great cars for a drive and see for yourself its many great advantages!

* EPA estimated MPG may vary by transmission, trim and individual driving behavior.