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2011-2015 Volkswagen Touareg MPG & Fuel Cost
5 model years · 19–23 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 3 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2015. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2011-2015 Volkswagen Touareg at a glance
The 2011-2015 Volkswagen Touareg covers 5 model years in the EPA database (15 configurations in all), rated 19–23 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2015, costs about $4,130 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Touareg 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD (23 MPG), at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas, hybrid and diesel. EPA changed the ratings in 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. The best combined rating in the generation, 23 MPG, was reached in 2013, 2014 and 2015.
2011-2015 Volkswagen Touareg by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Gas, Hybrid, Diesel | 19–23 MPG | $3,750–$4,190 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas, Hybrid, Diesel | 19–23 MPG | $3,750–$4,300 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas, Hybrid, Diesel | 19–23 MPG | $3,750–$4,300 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas, Hybrid, Diesel | 19–22 MPG | $3,750–$4,290 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas, Hybrid, Diesel | 19–22 MPG | $3,750–$4,290 | First year |
What the 2015 Touareg 3.6L 6-cyl AWD costs to drive
Per month
$349
$4,190 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$6.98
Per 100 miles
$27.93
Five years
$20,950
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$390more a year
Class median $3,800 a year, MY2015
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2015 Volkswagen Touareg MPG
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,130.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,190 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | AWD | 20 | 24 | 21 | $3,750 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Diesel configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $4,130 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2014 Volkswagen Touareg MPG
19–23 MPG · $3,750–$4,300/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,130.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,300 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | AWD | 20 | 24 | 21 | $3,750 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Diesel configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $4,130 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2013 Volkswagen Touareg MPG
19–23 MPG · $3,750–$4,300/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration moves from 22 to 23 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $4,290 to $4,130, $160 less.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,300 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | AWD | 20 | 24 | 21 | $3,750 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Diesel configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $4,130 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2012 Volkswagen Touareg MPG
19–22 MPG · $3,750–$4,290/yr
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 22 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,290.
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,280 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | AWD | 20 | 24 | 21 | $3,750 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Diesel configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $4,290 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2011 Volkswagen Touareg MPG
19–22 MPG · $3,750–$4,290/yr
Gas configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,280 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hybrid (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | AWD | 20 | 24 | 21 | $3,750 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Diesel configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touareg (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 19 | 26 | 22 | $4,290 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Touareg 3.6L 6-cyl AWD: $4,990 in California and $3,630 in Texas, a $1,360 difference.
- California $4,990
- Washington $4,690
- New York $4,130
- Florida $3,820
- Texas $3,630
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Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2011-2015 Volkswagen Touareg get?
EPA rates the 2011-2015 Volkswagen Touareg at 19–23 MPG combined across 15 configurations and 5 model years. The most efficient version, the 2015 Touareg 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD, is rated 23 MPG (20 city, 29 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 19 MPG; Hybrid: 21 MPG; Diesel: 22–23 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2011-2015 Volkswagen Touareg?
The Touareg 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 23 MPG, in 2013, 2014 and 2015. The lowest top rating, 22 MPG, was in 2011 and 2012.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2011-2015 Volkswagen Touareg?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015.
How does the 2011-2015 Volkswagen Touareg compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2010 Volkswagen Touareg) is rated 16–20 MPG combined and costs $4,720–$5,020 a year to fuel; the 2011-2015 model is rated 19–23 MPG and costs $3,750–$4,300 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 Volkswagen Touareg per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Touareg 3.6L 6-cyl AWD costs about $4,190 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $3,750–$4,190 a year. That is a $440 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2015 Volkswagen Touareg 100 miles?
About $27.93 per 100 miles for the Touareg 3.6L 6-cyl AWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $25.00 and $27.93 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
How does the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The Touareg 3.6L 6-cyl AWD costs about $4,190 a year to fuel, $390 more than the class median of $3,800, and less than 3 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 134 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2015, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg hybrid cheaper to fuel than the gas version?
Yes. The best hybrid (Hybrid 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged AWD) is rated 21 MPG against 19 MPG for the best gas version (Touareg 3.6L 6-cyl AWD), 2 MPG more. At premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) that is $3,750 versus $4,190 a year, a saving of $440.
Is the 2015 Volkswagen Touareg different from the 2014 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,130. EPA lists 3 configurations for 2015 against 3 configurations for 2014. See the 2014 Volkswagen Touareg for that year.