Do not discount the Touareg because of the lack of a full size spare, we (Touareg owners) have found a number of ways of carrying a full size spare (search posts) with no issue.
How do I inflate my spare?
How to Fill a Spare Tire
- Drive to a gas station that has an air compressor if you do not have one at home.
- Remove the spare tire from the vehicle if it is not currently in use.
- Remove the rubber stem cap on the valve of the spare tire.
- Press the fitting on the end of the air hose onto the tire’s valve.
Does VW Touran have a spare wheel?
No spare wheel as standard but looking underneath the rear of the vehicle, there is room for one to be fitted.
Can you inflate a spare tire?
It is recommended that you check the tire pressure in your spare tire every tire rotation; or every 6,000-8,000 miles. Even though your spare tire isn’t doing anything, air can still leak out. Second, if your spare is low; you can now inflate it enough to get you on the road again.
What pressure should my spare tire be?
around 60 pounds per square inch
Unlike your four regular tires, compact spare tires typically should be inflated to around 60 pounds per square inch; PSI far short of that level could fail and damage the wheel, as well.
Does Tiguan have a spare wheel?
When fitted it’s a full-size spare stowed under a flat loading floor that sits higher than the Tiguan sans spare tire; the latter model getting a can of that “instant air” tire repair gunk in its place, and run-flats are always an option.
How long has the Touareg been in business?
The Touareg has been around since 2003. If a full sized spare could have been squeezed in, it would have been done long ago.
How do I fit a spare tire on the trunk?
Another option is to just fit it vertically at the side of the trunk. You could either get a “in-trunk carrier” made for that (I remember seeing a similar factory option for the spare somewhere), or simply use cargo straps for fastening. Of course, this will then reduce available trunk space…
How big of a spare tyre do I Need?
The standard OD of any factory fitted wheel tyre combo is 29 inches. For a full sized spare [which MUST carry an IDENTICAL tyre to the other 4 if you want to travel at speeds in excess of 80 kph] either muscle up for a roof rack fitting, build a tow hitch carrier, or stack it in the boot.
