Cadillac SRX vs Volkswagen Touareg
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2017 Volkswagen Touareg
Overview
| Spec | Cadillac SRXStandard | Volkswagen TouaregV6 Sport w/Technology |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Standard | V6 Sport w/Technology |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2017 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Cadillac SRXStandard | Volkswagen TouaregV6 Sport w/Technology |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $37,605 (best) | $49,495 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Cadillac SRXStandard | Volkswagen TouaregV6 Sport w/Technology |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 19 MPG |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 21 gal | 26.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Cadillac SRXStandard | Volkswagen TouaregV6 Sport w/Technology |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 308 hp (best) | 280 hp |
| Torque | 265 lb-ft | 266 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.6 L | 3.6 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Cadillac SRXStandard | Volkswagen TouaregV6 Sport w/Technology |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 61.1 cu ft | 64 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 7,716 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,190 lbs | 1,239 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,277 lbs (best) | 4,696 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 7 in | 7.9 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 113.9 in (best) |
| Length | 190.3 in (best) | 188.8 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 76.4 in (best) |
| Height | 65.7 in | 68.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Cadillac SRXStandard | Volkswagen TouaregV6 Sport w/Technology |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Cadillac SRX | Volkswagen Touareg |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Standard $37,605 MSRP(Currently comparing) | V6 Sport w/Technology $49,495 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Luxury $43,640 MSRP | V6 Wolfsburg Edition $52,795 MSRP |
| 3 | Luxury $46,135 MSRP | V6 Executive $60,195 MSRP |
| 4 | Performance $46,030 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Performance $48,840 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Premium $48,920 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Premium $51,730 MSRP | — |