For quite some time there have been spy photos and it seem that the time has come for the debut of the new Volkswagen Touareg. So the second generation model was shown as the german SUV is more than 200 kilograms lighter than its predecessor.
Even more impressive is that from the start the model will be available with hybrid gasoline-electric system. As regards to the public premiere of the car it will be at the Geneva Motor Show next month while sales will start in April. Otherwise we can say that the Touareg is in fact a more accessible version of the future Porsche Cayenne since both models have much in common.
At first glance it seems that the car has kept the basic design of the model but has added a new face inspired by the recently displayed Golf VI, Polo and NCC. But if you look closer you will notice that in fact everything in the car is new, having made an impression on the lower roof and a more rounded lines in profile.
The new interior is also in line with the DNA of VW as there are series of innovations including the hand brake working with buttons, and (according to data from VW) largest transparent panoramic roof for all SUV models.
From the German company said that the new Touareg has more spacious rear and as an option electrically rear seat to be folded for luggage space. The maximum volume of the trunk is 1 642 liters. Meanwhile, although the car has been slimmed by 208 kilograms, on account of it offers 5% more strength to the chassis.
Initially, the new model will be available with three engines, a two turbo-diesels and one gasoline-electric hybrid. All they have to go with 8-gear automatic transmission.
The basic model will be equipped with a 3-liter V6 TDI engine with an output of 240 hp, torque of 550 Nm, fuel consumption from 7.4 l/100 km and CO2 emissions of 195 g/km. Then comes the 4.2-liter V8 TDI with output of 335 hp and the massive 800 Nm of torque. Accordingly, in its fuel consumption is 9.1 l/100 km and CO2 emissions – 239 g/km.
But the climax comes with the new hybrid model. At its base is 3.3-liter V6 TSI with the compressor power of 330 hp and 360 Nm of torque combined with an electric motor with 46 hp. Combined capacity will amount to 376 hp, and the total torque – 580 Nm of. Touareg can be driven at a speed of up to 50 mph all-electric mode with its acceleration to 100 km/h takes 6.5 seconds and combined fuel consumption was 8.2 L/100 km.
As to the standard system for four-wheel drive, base 4MOTION versions receive Torsen differential with limited slip (with the possibility of climbing slopes to 31 degrees) and program for off-road driving which at the touch of a button adjusts the ABS, EDS and ASR for off-road conditions but additionally activates Hill Descent Assist and adjusts the transmission gears.
More details about the car should be disclosed during the Geneva Motor Show next month.
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