Volkswagen Touran
The Volkswagen Touran is a six-seat MPV produced from 2003 onwards, powered by a 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol engine delivering 90 kW and achieving a top speed of 202 km/h. With a kerb weight of 1,572 kg and CO₂ emissions of 154 g/km, it measures 4,451 mm in length. In Norway, new registrations declined significantly from a peak of 255 vehicles in 2019 to just 31 in 2022, totalling 482 registrations across the 2019–2022 period.
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen |
|---|---|
| Production | From 2003 |
| Body type | MPV |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Engine power | 109 kW (146 hp) |
| COâ‚‚ (WLTP) | 146 g/km |
| Kerb weight | 1,604 kg |
| Displacement | 1,486 cc |
| Top speed | 202 km/h |
| Length | 4,525 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1,820 mm |
| Height | 1,619 mm |
| Seats | 6 |
| Doors | 4 |
Engine power, COâ‚‚ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 16 European countries that registered the Volkswagen Touran in 2025 (7,705 cars). Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations in Norway
Number of Volkswagen Touran registered for the first time in Norway per year.
Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).
New registrations by country (2025)
Number of Volkswagen Touran cars registered for the first time across 16 European countries in 2025.
| Country | Registrations |
|---|---|
| France | 1,580 |
| Spain | 1,229 |
| United Kingdom | 1,119 |
| Czechia | 1,015 |
| Poland | 772 |
| Denmark | 670 |
| Slovakia | 533 |
| Slovenia | 452 |
| Italy | 214 |
| Croatia | 52 |
| Netherlands | 38 |
| Bulgaria | 17 |
| Luxembourg | 8 |
| Belgium | 4 |
| Finland | 1 |
Source: EEA COâ‚‚ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.
Engine variants
Different engine versions of the Volkswagen Touran (from registration data). 8 variants.
| Engine | Fuel | Transmission | Top speed | Economy | Model year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 l · 3-cyl | – | – | 191 km/h | – | – |
| 1.2 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 187 km/h | – | – |
| 1.4 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 204 km/h | – | – |
| 1.5 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 209 km/h | – | – |
| 1.6 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 185 km/h | – | – |
| 1.8 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 218 km/h | – | – |
| 1.9 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 178 km/h | – | – |
| 2.0 l · 4-cyl | – | – | 202 km/h | – | – |
Source: RDW (NL). European engine variants.
Other Volkswagen models
Similar MPV models
Common problems & reliability
In the UK, 72% of Volkswagen Tourans pass their MOT test first time, based on 78,271 inspections.
Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).
Recalls & safety
4 recalls recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Volkswagen Touran. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of motor vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2023-07-21
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
The airbag may deploy incorrectly as a result of defective welding of the gas generator.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2015-11-27
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2021-02-19
- Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)
Corrosion on the front gas tank may reduce the thickness of the gas tank wall. Insufficient thickness of the tank wall poses the risk that the gas tank may burst.
EU Safety Gate · alerted 2016-10-14
Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Volkswagen recalls.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top speed of the Volkswagen Touran?
- The Volkswagen Touran has a rated top speed of 202 km/h.
- How much power does the Volkswagen Touran have?
- The Volkswagen Touran produces 109 kW (146 hp).
- What are the dimensions of the Volkswagen Touran?
- The Volkswagen Touran is 4,525 mm long, 1,820 mm wide and 1,619 mm tall.
- How much does the Volkswagen Touran weigh?
- The Volkswagen Touran has a kerb weight of about 1,604 kg.
- What are the CO2 emissions of the Volkswagen Touran?
- The Volkswagen Touran emits 146 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
- How many seats does the Volkswagen Touran have?
- The Volkswagen Touran has 6 seats.