10. Volkswagen Touareg V10 TDI
The Touareg V10 TDI was Volkswagen’s audacious leap into the premium SUV segment, armed with a thunderous V10 diesel engine. This powerhouse delivered astonishing torque and towing capacity while maintaining impressive refinement—an unusual combination that stunned critics.
Despite its high price and complexity, the Touareg V10 TDI showcased Volkswagen’s technical expertise and bold ambitions, carving out a unique place in SUV history.
Read Top Gear’s first drive of the Touareg V10 TDI.