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Volkswagen Touran buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Volkswagen Touran costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 171 for sale right now.
Our take on the Volkswagen Touran
A 2020 Volkswagen Touran typically advertises at €24,950 and a 2015 one at €9,450, so it loses roughly 18% of its value a year at that age, faster than most cars. At the NCT, the 2016–2018 cars do better than other cars the same year. The 1.4 petrol is the most common engine (46% of those with a known engine), and it usually lasts around 300k km.
Check a Volkswagen Touran's priceNCT pass rate by year
Used Volkswagen Touran prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | €24,950 | 88k km | 15 |
| 2019 | €22,450 | 86k km | 27 |
| 2018 | €19,500 | 105k km | 30 |
| 2017 | €17,500 | 115k km | 21 |
| 2016 | €14,500 | 129k km | 25 |
| 2015 | €9,450 | 187k km | 21 |
| 2014 | €7,000 | 254k km | 13 |
| 2013 | €8,850 | 160k km | 9 |
Volkswagen Touran NCT pass rate
How often Volkswagen Tourans pass their NCT first time, compared with other cars the same year (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | Other cars, same year | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 70% | 74% | |
| 2018 | 71% | 67% | |
| 2017 | 70% | 64% | |
| 2016 | 61% | 55% | |
| 2015 | 50% | 53% | |
| 2014 | 49% | 51% | |
| 2013 | 45% | 46% | |
| 2012 | 40% | 42% | |
| 2011 | 38% | 38% |
Most common reasons a 2017 Volkswagen Touran fails: lights & electrics (8.8% of tests), wheels & tyres (8.4% of tests), safety equipment (8% of tests, more than most cars), emissions (5% of tests, more than most cars).
Common Volkswagen Touran problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
DSG gearbox mechatronic / clutch (7-speed) · €900–€2,200
In slow traffic and reversing, watch for jerks, clunks or a slipping feeling. A flashing gear display means it's in limp mode.
EGR / DPF blocking (1.6/2.0 TDI) · €300–€900
Ask how it's driven: short trips clog the DPF. Any DPF/engine light, limp mode, or heavy smoke when revved is a warning.
Timing belt history · €350–€700
Ask when the timing belt and water pump were last done (usually every 160,000 km or 5–6 years). No proof = budget for it.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 Petrol | ~300k km | ~€280 | 55 |
| 2.0 Diesel | ~350k km | ~€270 | 34 |
| 1.6 Diesel | ~350k km | ~€200 | 30 |
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Volkswagen Touran
Parts from AUTODOC Ireland: pick your car on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming belt kitsShock absorbersWheel bearingsTrack rod endsFiltersWiper bladesHeadlight bulbsGlow plugsEGR valves
Quick bits on Amazon
Faster delivery for small things.
Wiper bladesBulbsBatteryOBD2 fault code readerJump starter
Before you buy a used Volkswagen Touran
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the timing belt was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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