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Hi all. As a long time Discovery 2 owner I am now seriously considering a Touareg. The story goes like this... I am sick to death of LandRovers! I considered going to an X5 as I don't really go off road much, if at all really (not including flat grass fields occasionally), but I was told X5's are basically a car and no better off road than a two wheel drive estate. I had barely even heard of the Touareg until an X5 owner recommended them to me. He said something like 'They are every bit as capable as a Discovery2 off road, far nicer to drive, but probably worse on fuel'. So my main question is that - fuel economy. I gave up trusting 'book numbers' years ago, it's a lottery. So I wondered if any real world owners without any motives could give me an idea of the sort of MPG figures you get out of a Touareg. I know driving styles, speeds etc vary, that's fine. Just looking for some real world figures from real world owners,maybe accompanied by the type of driving you do. And please don't say 'Don't get one if you can't afford the fuel economy'. It's silly. I can afford to drive one, but considerations of how much it will cost to do so is perfectly logical and reasonable! I've been led to believe 18-20MPG 'around town' and 22-25 on a long run. That sounds very heavy for such a modern engine but if it's true, that's fine. If it's likely to be more than that it's even better, and may mean I don't bother considering an X5 any more at all (as they are a bit better i think). Thanks, and grateful for any other comments/experiences/thoughts on moving from a Disco2 to a Touareg. :)

I would take it back to address the issue with them - if they were willing to acknowledge the fault and replace components then the liability is with them However it could just be a case of reprogramming the vehicle electronic systems to resolve this issue?

We are looking for help for a continuing issue with our VW Passat GTE Hybrid 1.4 2021 reg. Since we have owned it, just 12 months, it has had a recurring issue with the Braking and has been into the dealership a few times to get it checked and every time it has been 'we cant find anything wrong'.I have several very close encounters with pedestrians and being unable to stop at low speed when the vehicle continues to drive/drag forward. Since May the vehicle has had the AA VW Assist out to check this braking problem and they found an intermittent fault with the braking system. The AA also diagnosed an issue with the Differential grinding. So it was taken into the VW dealership we purchased it from with dash cam footage and a Warranty Claim for a new Differential and Gearbox, as they are a complete unit, a New Braking Boost Unit was replaced at a cost of £11,220! So we had a hire car for 6 weeks whilst this process was carried out. We were shocked that VW HQ actually approved this Warranty Claim to be honest it would have been cheaper to change the vehicle. So yesterday after having the car back for some 10 days, we were out driving and low and behold the brakes did exactly the same thing again and we were unable to stop the car sliding yet again. Has anyone else had this issue as it is becoming so dangerous now and we feel we have had enough of this continuing anxiety and have lost faith in the vehicle now. What would you do in these circumstances?

Hi, Could someone please tell me the interval for the timing belt on a 2018 VW Touran 2.0 tdi. Thanks pete

Hi, Could anyone tell me the VW interval for the timing belt? Cheers pete

It would be best to go to your local dealership parts department and see what they list to fit your car

Hi all, Apologies if this is in the wrong part of the forum as I am new here and this is my first post. My friend owns a 2017 VW Passat hybrid and he sent me this photo (please see below) the mechanic said it's missing a cover. Can anyone verify what this is and if there is a cover please. Many thanks for all who read this. Regards Jamie

Is there a side panel at the end of the dash that can be removed? It may only be able to be removed from the rear, behind the dash - maybe able to view it better if the glovebox / lower dash is removed

Hi Folks, I've got a 2017 R-Line Touran. Unfortunately, the vent tab has popped out for the front passneger door side vent. Looking online, everyone seems to suggest removing the vent to put the tab back in - I assume to ensure you don't drop parts down into the vent It looks like i need to remove the dash trim surround to get the vent out. For the life of me I can't seem to find a guide on how to do this. I assume its just trim tabs, but I dont want to break anything ! Any ideas / insight hugely appreciated.

Make sure the immobiliser chip hasn't fallen out when changing the battery - had that happen to me before

That's great to know - thanks for the feedback and glad it was something simple

Morning, thanks for the reply. I ended up taking it to an auto electricians who determined it was a loose/faulty main relay (R5) under the engine fuse box. This was replaced and its been fine since this. Hoping this has solved the issue!

2nd dash key not working,changed battery but showing immoboliser active?

The first place I would start is the battery condition and security of connections, etc It is possible it could be reading the wrong voltage if it needs to be programmed in

Hi....welcome to the Club Good to have you onboard!

Try eBay as a starting point https://www.ebay.co.uk/b/bn_1838652?toolid=20012&mkcid=1&campid=5338906902&siteid=3&mkrid=710%2D53481%2D19255%2D0&customid=

I have just bought a 2009 Sharan 1.9tdi and I'm looking for some parts. Namely a set of alloy wheels, front bumper mesh grille and some seat belt anchor covers. Where is the best place to source parts from?

Good to be here. Have owned a 2012 Up for the last 3 years and have just bought a 2009 Sharan 1.9tdi

Hi all, I am new to this forum so wanted to say Hi. Apologies if this issue has been discussed previously, I couldn't find it when searching. I recently purchased a 2017 diesel Passat Estate which has now showing faults nearly every time I start the car/ going slow in traffic / occassionally on the motorway (scary). The car will not start if these faults come up but If I turn the car off and turn it back on, it often works fine. The faults showing are: Error: Stop / Start Error: Stabilisation Control (ESC) Auto Hold is unavailable Front Assist unavailable Proactive passenger protection unavailable Error: Tyre pressure Loss Indicator Fault: electronic parking brake I have taken it to a couple of garages and have had the battery replaced and the O/S drivers side abs sensor changed but these faults keep returning. I have run a diagnostics using Carista EVO 9.0 and have 53 faults, summarised below: C114602 - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS): Signal malfunction U112100 - Databus missing message / databus implausable message U01000 - Lost Communication with ECM/PCM U112300 - Databus error value received U041600 - Invalid Data Received from vehicle dynamics control module These messages appear to be sent from different Canbus modules (from what I can gather): ABS Power Steering Air Bags Instrument Cluster Infotainment System Central Electronics Drivers Door Front Passengers Door Ignition authorisation Trailer Adaptive Cruise Control Steering Column Lock Engine Heater & air conditioning Parking/steering assist Worth noting the car has had a stage 1 remap but the faults were showing before this was done so do not believe this would make a difference. Its causing me a real headache at the moment and really keen to get it fixed. Its due to be taken to the garage again on 14th April and I have also contacted a VW main dealer but keen to minimise costs if I can. I was hoping to see if anyone else has seen anything like this and has any advice on what was done to rectify the issue? Thanks in advance.

Does the iCarSoft scanner have TPMS reset function (in service apps on homescreen) ?

VW Passat Estate 2015 - hi, Tyre pressure warning light came on my dash....Center console screen is showing no value for the front right tyre. Initially i assumed it would be sensor or it's battery has failed, but after getting 2 front tyres fitted....the guys checked with their TPMS Tool and said all sensors are good. Worth mentioning that the warning light flashes on start up then eventually goes solid. Diagnostic check shows faulty front right sensor (not communicating) Does anyone have any experience with this ? My thoughts are maybe it's a faulty receiver but why just 1 sensor not reporting back ? Any advise would be great.

Either a loose connection but more than likely an update may be required

My Daughter has a 2018 Polo SE, recently the nav screen has started freezing and image jumping around. Is this a known problem or could it be a software issue ? Thanks

Great conversion and seem to be using it frequently

Hi Mike, I converted by VW Sharan into a Sports Single Camper. I love it. I have the Ecoflow Delta 2 Max and the Extra Battery on the front passenger side. 4.6kwh. 4 Boxios, 1 with the Sink and Water Fosset Hans Pump, Memory Foam Mattress with Electric Blanket, Halford Fridge Front Passenger Seat. Tons of led lighting and gadgets. Smallest Air Fryer and Ceramic Blow Heater available, Single Induction Hob...etc