Within two weeks after the world premiere in Beijing, we can observe the flagship Volkswagen SUV in Europe. The new Touareg presented the maximum capabilities of the stylists and engineers of the German company.
Touareg – the most prestigious and versatile model in the lineup. In fact it represents the next step in the manufacturer's most popular car segment – SUVs, perfectly complements the compact T-Roc and the family Tiguan, available in 7 local version Allspace.
The third generation SUV is striking in every way. Impressive with stylish design and powerful motors. The production version of the vested:
- drive 4Motion;
- air suspension;
- pivoting the rear wheels (to increase maneuverability);
- innovative bands assistant system;
- digital Innovision Cockpit.
New Volkswagen Touareg - large, luxurious and easier…
The car attracts attention with its massive yet elegant silhouette. Large chrome grille, combined with the headlamps is a typical feature of the new Touareg.
Volkswagen's flagship SUV in Europe is longer (+ 7 cm) and wider (+ 4,4 cm), which led to the appearance of even more space in the cabin for passengers and their luggage during a long journey. The standard boot volume is 810 liters!
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Despite the large size, the new Touareg is lighter than its predecessor. Using the new MLB platform and body, made of larger amounts of aluminum and stainless steel, It led to, that the curb weight decreased by more than 100 kg.
New Volkswagen Touareg - packed with electronics
Digital cockpit has become a common phenomenon in modern vehicles. We get more in the new Touareg – Innovision Cockpit. It is a virtual scorecard and the most advanced entertainment system Discover Premium. In the first case, a screen with a diagonal 12 inches, in the second case to 15 inches.
Together they form one device to control functions of virtually all airborne, communication and entertainment. There are really few classic buttons (except for stays wheel). Moreover, This is extremely powerful information and entertainment system, you can set up strictly in accordance with their preferences. In other words, the car can be configured as a smartphone for yourself. The most important information also appears on the windshield, in the driver's field of view (Head-Up display).
The new Touareg has been equipped with the highest number of systems assistants, that have ever been installed in Volkswagen models. To describe them all you need to write a separate article. Among the most important it is worth noting:
- Night Vision system – thanks to thermal imaging camera detects the night people and animals on the road;
- assistants – make it easier to ride in traffic, during road works and driving through intersections (reacts to vehicles, by arriving side).
The new Volkswagen Touareg – V6 under the hood
The powertrain lineup still consists of large V6 engines. Two diesel variants will be available at the start of sales: 231 and 286 HP. In the fall, the choice will increase with a 340-horsepower V6 gasoline engine. An even more powerful unit will be on offer next year, this time the V8 power 421 HP. Also, we know that in preparation for the Chinese market is a hybrid variant, it is too early to say whether it will be available in Europe.
New Volkswagen Touareg - when it will be available?
According to the manufacturer, the new Volkswagen Touareg will be available at the Volkswagen plant in Bratislava, Officially, he will appear in showrooms in June.
