Explorer V vs Touareg II (7P): which is better?
Ford Explorer V (2010–2019) vs Volkswagen Touareg II (7P) (2010–2018): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Ford Explorer V
Volkswagen Touareg II (7P)Specifications
| Ford Explorer V | Volkswagen Touareg II (7P) | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2010–2019 | 2010–2018 |
| Body | crossover SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 3.5 V6 | 3.6 V6 |
| Power, up to | 249 hp | 249 hp |
| Torque, up to | 346 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Gearbox | automatic | automatic |
| Drive | all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 5 006 mm | 4 795 mm |
| Width | 2 004 mm | 1 940 mm |
| Height | 1 803 mm | 1 709 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 860 mm | 2 893 mm |
| Fuel tank | 70 L | 85 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 68 375 ₸ | ≈ 69 075 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Ford Explorer V
Pros
- Powerful versions: up to 249 hp
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Conventional automatic, no robotized gearbox or CVT
- Large tank: 70 L
Cons
- Ford Duratec/Zetec/EcoBoost engine: Duratec suffers timing belt and ignition coil wear
- Ford 6F35/6F50/4F27E gearbox: valve body and solenoid wear
Engine (Ford Duratec/Zetec/EcoBoost): on Duratec — timing belt and ignition coil wear; on EcoBoost — overheating and coolant leaks on the 1.6.
Gearbox (Ford 6F35/6F50/4F27E): valve body and solenoid wear; shift shocks.
Volkswagen Touareg II (7P)
Pros
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: generally reliable
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Large fuel tank: 85 L
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: valve body wear at high mileage
Gearbox (Aisin automatic): generally reliable; at high mileage — valve body wear.
Which one to choose
- Explorer V — if you care more about: kz tax 2026.
- Touareg II (7P) — if you care more about: torque, wheelbase, fuel tank.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: Explorer V or Touareg II (7P)?
Explorer V: up to 249 hp, Touareg II (7P): up to 249 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: Explorer V — about 68 375 ₸, Touareg II (7P) — about 69 075 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.