The Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid SUV

In this automotive video you can learn about the new Volkswagen Touareg SUV.

Learn about the Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid SUV The second generation Touareg was completely redesigned from the bottom up as has already been accomplished on the Jig 1 Volkswagen is driving for sustainability on the new Touareg too. The first precondition was met. The SUV was lightened by 208 kilos in the base version. The body is 5% greater torsion of rigidity. A second precondition was met as well. Designers attained the significantly improved CD value. Also, the standard all-wheel drive was modified to improve efficiency significantly better, the consumption and emission values of the engines. For instance, the V6 FSI, the 280 horsepower 3.6-liter engine uses 9.9 liters of fuel to cover 100 kilometers. That’s 2.5 liters less than the previous model. The average consumption is equal to a CO2 emission 236 grams per kilometer. Not only on the outside but also inside, the new Touareg makes the great impression. Set up in front of the driver is a clearly laid down and high end cockpit. All key information is displayed within the driver’s usual feel in the precisely organized instrument cluster. Another new development is a seven-inch multifunctional color display with the 15 to nine aspect ratio. Directly under the infotainment unit are the basic controls for the draft free two-zone climate control system. At the press of a button, the running gear can be adjusted to road conditions straight from the cockpit. Despite the reduced vehicle height, headroom was improved in both the front and rear. Legroom on the rear bench seat also grew up significantly since it was the interior that benefited from the 40-millimeter longer wheel base. As an option, the 40 to 60 split bench can also be conveniently unlatched electrically via a button in the cargo area or from the side of the driver’s seat. The Touareg’s cargo capacity ranges from 580 to 1642 liters depending on positioning and adjustment of the rear bench seat. Up until now, the Touareg is the only SUV in Europe made by a German car company to be offered in a hybrid version to be powered by a 333 horsepower V6 TSI gasoline engine in the front. And hidden beneath the trunk, there is a 47 horsepower electric engine in the back. Expect the Touareg to appear in showrooms as early as April.