More than 1.13 million units sold over three generationshe volkswagen touareg today it is super far from being an unknown SUV. In addition, it was one of the surviving models of that period in which Volkswagen tried to target the premium market. Not for nothing (and leaving aside models like the Arteon or the ill-fated Phaeton) it is technically the flagship of the brand.
The changes that the Touareg receives go everywhere, that is, aesthetic improvements, technology, you know, everything that brands review in a half-life refresh.
Imelda Labbé, a member of Volkswagen’s sales, marketing and after-sales board, said: “The new Touareg impresses with high quality and outstanding comfort. We have once again systematically implemented the wishes of our customers in this model. We have refined the design, integrated an illuminated rear logo and made the overall operation of the model more intuitive. We have also improved its features driving, making this Volkswagen a more premium car. The result is a well-rounded product that will delight on and off the road, as well as when towing.”
Let’s review the news, point by point.
new lights
The Touareg debuts for the Volkswagen Group a new lighting system with a high-resolution LED matrix (IQ.LIGHT HD). More than 38 thousand interactive LEDs generate something like a “carpet of light”. The intelligent beam is so precise that you can drive with the high beams always and never you will dazzle to nobody.
New design
Just like new “new“It’s not, but there are improvements.
- At the front, the assembly that joins the headlights with the grille has a new design. The regular model has three stripes running across the width, while the lower air intake mimics this design pattern, accompanied by two bright bracket-type trims. The R model has a sportier front end, with less chrome and a lower air intake with diamond mesh.
- The rear features a new lighting package with a full horizontal LED line. The Volkswagen logo now lights up in red, something that was only allowed in markets like China and the United States. There are also subtle changes to the endings of the posterior fascia, depending on the version.
- The R model is still the top of the range. Includes:
- 20″ “Braga” wheels
- blue calipers R
- welcome light R
- Panoramic ceiling
- key with leather case
- New colour: Silicon Gray Matt
Inside
As always, the standard equipment of the Touareg is starred by the digital cluster and the huge multimedia screen of the Discover Pro Max system (15 “), which is bigger than the television I had as a child. The R model adds four-zone climate control and illuminated R sills.
- The high-resolution maps have been improved, as has the track navigation system.
- Voice command has been updated.
- 45-watt USB-C ports instead of the previous 15-watt only. This will help to load our gadgets faster.
- The interior finishes and padding have been improved for a softer touch perception.
- The R model adds optional “Vienna” or “Puglia” leather trim and blue accents.
Driving assists do not changewhich comprises a long list of standard systems and others offered as options, including:
- Travel Assist: It’s like level two semi-autonomous driving but with no speed limit.
- Park Assist Plus with remote control: you can get the car in or out of a tight spot from the outside.
- Trailer Assist: Helps to maneuver with a trailing trailer.
- Night vision
engines
Volkswagen says it has an offer of five engines for the Touareg. All are equipped with an eight-speed automatic gearbox and AWD 4MOTION system. The most powerful, it reaches 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds.
PHEV models are equipped with a 14.1 kWh battery. The brand has not indicated figures for torque or pure autonomy in the electric range for these models.
- V6 3.0 TSI of 335 Hp and 332 lb-ft
- V6 3.0 TDI of 228 Hp and 369 lb-ft
- V6 3.0 TDI of 282 Hp and 443 lb-ft
- V6 3.0 TSI PHEV of 386 Hp
- V6 3.0 TSI PHEV of 456 Hp (Touareg R eHybrid top of the range)
Dynamic changes include:
- Weight sensor on the roof bars, which acts in conjunction with the stability control and modifies its action based on inertia.
- Improved adaptive suspension, including active roll-mitigation features
- four wheel steering
Prices for the new Touareg start at $74,545 for the base trim, and then climb to over $100,000 for the Elegance, R-Line, and R eHybrid trims in Europe.
