Volkswagen Touareg II (7P, facelift 2014) 4.2 V8 TDI (340 hp) 4MOTION Automatic

Diesel engine with 340 hp (250 kW) and 590 lb-ft (800 Nm), built 2014–2015, SUV body, all-wheel drive (4x4). It is the most powerful diesel version of the generation.

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Power340 hp (250 kW)
Torque590 lb-ft (800 Nm)
0–62 mph5.8 s
Top speed150 mph (242 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version4.2 V8 TDI (340 hp) 4MOTION Automatic
Engine codeCKDA
Displacement4.1 L (4,134 cm³)
Cylinders8
Cylinder layoutV-engine
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel systemDiesel common rail
Engine oil capacity9.9 qt (9.4 l)
Engine systemsParticulate filter

Performance

Power340 hp (250 kW) @ 4000 rpm
Torque590 lb-ft (800 Nm) @ 1750-2750 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)5.8 s
Top speed150 mph (242 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City20 mpg (11.9 l/100 km)
Highway26 mpg (9.1 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions385 g/mi (239 g/km)
Emission standardEuro 5
Fuel tank26.4 gal (100 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleSUV
Doors5
Length189.0 in (4,801 mm)
Width76.4 in (1,940 mm)
Height67.3 in (1,709 mm)
Curb weight5,064 lb (2,297 kg)
Gross vehicle weight6,526 lb (2,960 kg)
Cargo volume24.6 cu ft (697 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveAll-wheel drive (4x4)
Tires255/55 R18; 275/45 R20
Wheels8J x 18; 9J x 20
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Volkswagen Touareg with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • All-wheel drive needs fresh fluid in the differentials and the coupling: ask for the service records.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Volkswagen Touareg II (7P, facelift 2014) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
3.0 V6 TDI (204 hp) SCR 4MOTION AutomaticDiesel204 hp (150 kW)
3.0 V6 TDI (262 hp) SCR 4MOTION AutomaticDiesel262 hp (193 kW)
3.0 V6 TDI (262 hp) SCR 4MOTION Terrain TechDiesel262 hp (193 kW)
3.0 V6 TSI (380 hp) Hybrid 4MOTION AutomaticGasoline380 hp (279 kW)

← All Volkswagen Touareg II (7P, facelift 2014) engines

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