VW Touran II 1.8 TSI, 180 PS, 7-speed dual-clutch (2016–2018)

Research for this car

• Generation guide VW Touran II (2015-today): known problems and buying guide

  Check the panoramic roof drains and recall history first, then rear brakes and front suspension on a documented car.

Known issues for this car

Before you buy this car

From the generation guide

1. Test the dual-clutch automatic (DSG) from cold. Bad result: judder or a warning. A scanner can read the fault memory. See the gearbox guide.
2. Start the car and use the infotainment. Bad result: black screen, freeze, or slow Android Auto. A head unit costs 400-800 EUR (country not stated, 2026).
3. Pour water into the roof drains. Bad result: water builds up, does not drain, or footwells are damp.
4. Check the VIN (vehicle identification number) for open recalls: roof LED, steering 17016R, head restraint, engine software, brake pedal 46I6. Bad result: an open campaign.
5. Check rear brakes and drive over bumps. Bad result: a lip, pads near the limit, knocks, or a broken spring.
6. Look under the engine and gearbox for oil. Bad result: drips or a wet undertray.
7. Run the air conditioning and listen in the footwell. Bad result: knocking when cold. A scanner can read B108D71.

Running costs

ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months

ADAC versions