The all-new Touareg has been unveiled – a car that is up to 200kg lighter and up to 20% more fuel efficient than the outgoing model. It’s sharper, cleaner and yet, in hybrid form, able to out-accelerate many hot hatches while returning 34mpg on the combined cycle.
The new vehicle maintains all the same virtues of space, comfort, refinement and off-road and towing ability that have led the original Touareg to build up a loyal following since its launch in 2003.
The Touareg’s overall length and wheelbase have each grown by 40mm so that the new car measures 4,758mm and 2,900mm respectively. The width of the new Touareg remains as before at 1,928mm, while overall height drops by 20mm to 1,724mm.
The changes over the outgoing model extend far beyond new styling. The new Touareg will feature an automatic eight-speed transmission as standard and, on the majority of models, start/stop technology, touchscreen satellite navigation and leather upholstery.
There will also be a choice of advanced new options, such as high beam assist that automatically dips the headlights when it senses oncoming traffic, side scan to warn of vehicles occupying blind spots, adaptive roll compensation air suspension and air conditioned, massaging seats.
The new Touareg’s plush interior is enhanced by a subtle mix of leather, wood and aluminium highlights, depending on the version. There’s more space than ever before thanks to the vehicle's longer wheelbase. The new sliding rear bench and reclining backrests give passengers significantly greater legroom than in the outgoing model. The boot measures from 580 to 1,642 litres depending on the seating arrangement.
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