Built for extremes
Whether as an athlete on off-road terrain or a striking figure in the city – the Touareg masters simply every situation. And always with a sense of style: it radiates a commanding presence, which is reflected in the elegance of the interior. In terms of comfort and convenience, nothing has been overlooked. Exquisite materials are combined with excellent craftsmanship and the numerous functions are operated with intuitive ease. The Touareg epitomises attention to detail, which you will experience every time you step inside.
High-performance athlete: the Touareg R50
High-performance athlete: the Touareg R50
Technical brilliance, sporting spirit and the power of one of the world’s mightiest production diesels – just three of the many characteristics that make the Touareg R50 a consummate high-performance athlete. (Fuel consumption: 11.9 l/100 km; CO2 emissions: 315 g/km**)
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009
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Quick Take
ReplyDelete* Fuel Economy :- 8.9 / 9.11 km/l (city/highway), 3.0L V6 Diesel
* Available Engines :- 3.0 V6 255 bhp TDI Diesel
* Available Transmissions :- 6-speed Automatic Transmission (AT)
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Highlights
ReplyDelete* Excellent on-and-off road capabilities.
* Luxurious and elegant interior.
* Electronic Stabilisation Programe and ABS plus.
Pros
* Roomy and spacious.
* Sturdy build.
* 4-zone automatic temperature control.
Cons
* No choice of manual transmission.
* Legroom in the middle is tight.
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Overview
ReplyDeleteThe buoyant Volkswagen group of Germany, one of the world's leading automobile manufacturers and the largest in Europe, which savoured the grand success of its first luxury sedan Passat in India, is now eyeing the SUV segment.
Volkswagen had introduced the Passat a few months ago and received a very good response. Stimulated by this success, it is now rolling out the model Touareg, a luxury SUV with an upscale interior, a long list of top-of-the-line features and outstanding off-road capabilities in its class. The Touareg is available in one variant: V6 TDI which gets a 3.0-L V6 engine.
The roomy and spacious interior, distinctive exterior styling and solid body, and environmental-friendly engine are enough to empower the Touareg to rock the Indian SUV segment. It is pitted against the Mercedes-M Class and the BMW X5 and the yet to be launched Porsche Cayenne.
It comes with the world's first ABSplus system that plays a crucial role in spotting and detecting loose and sagging surfaces such as sand or gravel and shortens the braking distance by up to 20% through controlled locking of brakes. It also comes with a spare wheel mounted as an option on the tail gate.
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Powertrain & Performance
ReplyDeleteThe Touareg is offered in two-wheel drive configuration. Four-wheel drive can be added as option. It is available in one variant V6 TDI which is powered by a 3.0-litre V6 Turbo Diesel Direct Injection (TDI) V6 diesel engine that cranks out an impressive 225 bhp of power at 4000 rpm and 500 Nm of torque at 1750 rpm. The engine is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission that delivers good fuel economy. The transmission also features a driver-oriented Dynamic Shift Program (DSP) that helps the driver to shift gears smoothly.
The SUV is capable of speeds of upto 200km/h. The V6 diesel accelerates from 0-100 km/h in just 9.9 seconds. It delivers impressive performance, and a smooth ride coupled with decent mileage.
The Touareg possesses independent front and rear double wishbone suspensions with steel springs and anti-roll bars. The handling is hugely responsive and seats are comfortably fitted to offer a great comfort over long drives.
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Build & Styling
ReplyDeleteNew Volkswagen Touareg Car - Interior
Though the Touareg does not sport a cutting edge design, it comes with distinctive styling and contemporary look that surely match to the taste and lifestyle of the present generation. With its unshakeable charisma and aggressive design, the Touareg will surely become the cynosure of all eyes even in the middle of a huge crowd of SUVs.
The shield-shaped radiator grille embedded with a large VW badge in the middle is flanked by organically chiselled headlights and huge air intakes to give the SUV a muscular and dynamic look. It has new door mirrors and an optimized roof spoiler to improve its aerodynamics.
Though it looks rugged and aggressive from the outside, it is very soft, plush and soothing on the inside. The interior is plush with an impressive list of comfort and convenience features that gives the feeling of travelling in luxury saloon rather than in an SUV.
The plush interior features a 4-zone climatronic automatic climate control system, heated leather multifunction steering wheel with mounted controls for audio, telephone, navigation, and cruise control and a chrome edged dash.
Five persons can sit comfortably in the Touareg. The driver's seat offers high levels of comfort. Though all the leather seats are comfortably contoured, the legroom in the middle is quite tight and stiff. As there is no third row of seats, it offers generous cargo space for carrying luggage and other belongings.
The tailgate has a convenient electric closing system with power latching feature. Navigation system, Bluetooth technology, wooden trim multi-function steering wheel, 600-watt Danish hi-fi audio system are available as optional equipments.
Standard audio system includes an integrated 6-disc CD changer in the luggage compartment, analog 8-channel amplifier and 11 loudspeakers with a total output of 300 watts.
The SUV is also packed with top-notch safety features including dual-stage airbags for the driver and front passenger, curtain air bags, deactivation facility in the glove compartment for passenger airbag, brake assist system with dual-rate function, Electronic Stabilization Programme (ESP), ABSplus system and traction control system (TCS).
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So far, Volkswagen has been selling two sedans in India – the VW Jetta and the Passat. Its first small car for India – the Volkswagen Polo – is nearing its official launch and we believe that it would happen somewhere near the upcoming 2010 Auto Expo.
ReplyDeleteVolkswagen Touareg specifications
2009 Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDI
Engine
3.0L / 221-hp DOHC 24-valve turbodiesel V-6
Compression ratio
16.8:1
Horsepower @ rpm
221 @ 3750 – 4000
Torque
550 Nm @ 1,750 – 2,250 rpm
Transmission
6-speed automatic w/ low-range transfer case
Steering
Suspension, front/rear Double wishbone / Four-link independent
Wheels, size, type 7.5 x 17, alloy
Tires, size, type 255/60R17 all-season
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Here are some key features ::
ReplyDelete* 3.0L V6 TDI engine
* RNS 510 integrated system
* DYNAUDIO sound system
* electric sunroof
* key less access
* Bi-Xenon headlamps
* Electric 12-way adjustable seats
* Parking Distance control
* 45 degree hill climbing
* Electrically folding outside rear-view mirror
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What is a Touareg?
ReplyDeleteThe word Touareg is an alternate spelling of Toureg, which is a diverse group of people who share a common history and geographical area in the African Sahara. The Touareg people are known for their traditions, pride, intelligence and dignity, and the abi lity to adapt to difficult conditions. It has been said that Volkswagen choose to name the Touareg after these people because of these traits. Literally, Touareg means "Knight of the Desert" or "Free Folk" depending on who you ask.
In the context of this document, The Touareg is a Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) sold by Volkswagen.
When did the Touareg come to market?
From what we can tell, here is the timeline:
September 2002 - Touareg unveiled at the Paris Motor Show
December 2002 - Touareg goes on sale in Germany
May 2003 - Touareg goes on sale in the UK
July 2003 - Touareg goes on sale in US
September 2003 - Touareg goes on sale in Australia
December 2009 - Touareg is going to be launch in India
Where is the Touareg made?
ReplyDeleteAll Touaregs are manufactured in Bratislava, Slovakia.
Where is the Touareg sold?
The Touareg appears to be currently available in the following countries: UK, US, Canada, Germany, New Zealand, Hong Kong, and quite possible other counties.
I've heard that the Touareg is similar to the Porsche Cayenne. Is this true?
Yes, it is. Porsche and Volkswagen jointly developed the Cayenne and the Touareg. They are built on the same chassis and share many components.
Although the two vehicles were largely co-developed, Porsche and Volkswagen parted company two years before the introduction of the pair to work in secret on the remaining aspects of the cars.
What models of the Touareg are available?
ReplyDeleteIn various worldwide markets, the Touareg is available in the following configurations:
* 2.5-liter I5 TDI with 6-speed manual
* 3.2-liter V6 with either 6-speed manual or 6-speed Tiptronic
* 4.2-liter V8 with 6-speed Tiptronic
* 5.0-liter V-10 TDI with 6-speed Tiptronic
In North America, the Touareg is currently available as a 3.2-liter V6, a 4.2-liter V8, or a 5.0-liter V-10 Turbo Diesel, all with 6-speed Tiptronic transmission.
Various sources have claimed that Volkswagen has either built or intended to build Touaregs with a W8 gasoline engine. The consensus now seems to indicate that Volkswagen has decided not to pursue continued use of their W8 in any vehicles, including the T ouareg.
How much does it cost?
ReplyDeleteAlthough Volkswagen has not yet published North America pricing information for the V-10 TDI Touareg, the consensus indicates that it starts in the low US$50,000 range.
What kind of gas mileage does the V-10 TDI get?
Volkswagen claims that the V-10 TDI Touareg will get 28.8 MPG "extra-urban" and 23.2 MPG "combined" according to UK figures.
An owner of a V-10 TDI Touareg in Florida reports a running average of 19.7 MPG in mixed driving and 28.5 MPG at a constant 50 MPH.
I've heard that the V-10 TDI Touareg makes 553 pound feet of torque. Is that a lot?
Yes, 553 pound feet of torque is a lot. You would be able to drive the Touareg straight up a cliff face if traction allowed. Very few other vehicles on the road make anywhere near 553 pound feet of torque.
Another interesting fact: In 1st gear of the Tiptronic, with the transmission set to low-range, the V-10 TDI Touareg produces 27,836 pound feet of torque at the wheels.
I've heard that the Touareg uses an Audi engine. Is this true?
ReplyDeleteThe Touareg V8 and the Audi A8 both use the same 4.2 liter, 40 valve, all-aluminum V-8 engine. The Audi's engine is rated at 330 horsepower, whereas the Touareg's V8 is rated at 310 horsepower.
What is Tiptronic?
Tiptronic is a function of the Touareg's 6-speed automatic transmission that lets the driver manually select the gear. It offers some of the advantages of a manual gearbox such as increased control.
The Touareg's 6-speed automatic transmission will override driver input to prevent the engine from turning at an inappropriate speed.
The Tiptronic can be controlled one of two ways depending on the vehicle. On Touaregs sold in the US, the driver can only select gears using the gear change lever in the Tiptronic position. On some Touaregs sold outside of the US, the driver can also util ize steering wheel mounted paddle shifters.
Does the Touareg require premium fuel?
ReplyDeleteFor the gasoline V8 and V6 engine, Volkswagen recommends premium fuel, but does not require it.
2.43. What happens if I run it on regular unleaded instead of high octane?
The Touareg's engine management system will retard ignition timing sufficiently to prevent predetonation (knock or ping). This may or may not be noticeable to the average Touareg driver, but theoretically should reduce the performance of the engine.
Some have suggested that premium fuel has benefits beyond its octane content. One claimed benefit of premium fuel is that it includes better detergents to prevent the build-up of deposits in the engine's combustion chamber. It should be noticed that in th e US, Federal law requires that all gasoline contain detergents. According to the AAA (American Automobile Association), it is very rare for premium gasoline to contain a different detergent than regular-grade gasoline from the same manufacturer.
2.44. I've heard that the Touareg uses something called a CAN bus. What is this?
CAN stands for Controller Area Network. The Volkswagen Touareg uses three distinct CAN busses, one for the drive train, one for convenience functions, and one for infotainment.
What is a VAG-COM?
ReplyDeleteA VAG-COM is a tool developed by Ross Tech that allows a standard Wintel computer to interface with the diagnostic system in Volkswagens, Audi, Seat, and Skoda automobiles. It consists of a cable that connects your computer to the diagnostic port in your car, and a piece of software that provides the interface to the various systems in the vehicle.
The VAG-COM allows the user to capture data from various sensors in the car, perform output tests of various functions, and effect changes on those systems.
The VAG-COM basically emulates the Volkswagen 1551/1552 or VAS-5051 scan tool, but costs a fraction of price of these official tools (computer requirement for the VAG-COM notwithstanding).
Can I accidentally break or disable my Touareg with a VAG-COM?
ReplyDeleteYes. You can disable your Touareg with a VAG-COM by running an Output Test (function 03) on the Airbag Controller. This output test simulates getting into an accident. The Touareg will not deploy its airbags, but it will do everything else that would norm ally occur after an accident, including opening a battery isolation switch that supplies power to the engine management system and the fuel pump.
It is possible that there are other things you can do to your Touareg with a VAG-COM that will disable the vehicle.
How many batteries does the Touareg have?
ReplyDeleteThere are three different battery configurations in the Touareg.
1) Touaregs with the V-10 TDI engine come equipped with two batteries, the additional one of which is normally dedicated to the engine start procedure exclusively.
2) Some Touaregs without the V-10 TDI engine come equipped with two batteries. In these vehicles, the extra battery is always dedicated to an additional water heater.
3) Some Touaregs without the V-10 TDI engine come equipped with only one battery.
Currently, all gasoline engine Touaregs sold in the US include only one battery. All diesel engine Touaregs sold in the US have two batteries.
Where is the Touareg's battery?
In all Touaregs, the main battery is located under the driver's seat. In Touaregs with two batteries, the additional battery is located beneath the floor of the rear storage area, occupying the space that the spare tire would normally occupy.
What is a Phatbox?
ReplyDeleteA Phatbox is a digital audio player that can be installed in leu of the CD-Changer in the Touareg. This device is officially supported by Volkswagen and can be purchased at VW dealers. It requires professional installation
Can I watch DVDs on the Touareg?
It is possible that by using an auxiliary audio/video adapter, you can attach a DVD player to the Touareg's NAV system.
Where is the official VW Touareg web site?
ReplyDeletehttp://www.vw.com/touareg/