Volkswagen's flagship SUV is utility made luxurious. The second-generation vehicle complements its powerful and efficient line of engines and world-class engineering, cutting-edge available driver assistance systems, a refined interior and copious cargo space. After a facelift in 2015, Touareg continues with only minor changes to equipment. Lux and Executive models add 14-way adjustable ventilated seats. Executive models add a power adjustable steering column, Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking (Front Assist) and Lane Departure Warning (Lane Assist). Key design elements include a 4-bar chrome grille that connects seamlessly to the headlights, which themselves sit flush with the grille's base. These headlight clusters feature Bi-Xenon high intensity gas-discharge headlights, the Adaptive Front-lighting System, and LED Daytime Running Lights. The 2016 Touareg offers a premium modern layout. The cabin is illuminated with white LED overhead lighting, and chrome trim and wood accents lend a clean, luxurious feel throughout. The 2016 Volkswagen Touareg is available with a V6 FSI gasoline engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic shifting capability. A 4Motion all-wheel-drive system is also standard. Touareg models are capable of towing 7,716 pounds. The gasoline-powered 3.6-liter V6 delivers 280 horsepower 266 lb.-ft.
The outside reflector and LED side position lights round off the unit. Inside, the Ghibli sets itself apart from the Quattroporte with its own dashboard design that perfectly meets the buyer’s need for a sportier and youthful experience without losing any of the luxury expected in a Maserati. Its layout provides the standard fine Poltrona Frau leather finish that is the envy of the rest of the premium and luxury contenders. Uniquely, it combines this with the ability to choose two leather trims for the dashboard. The interior of the new Ghibli unites refined, clean styling with high technology and a timeless sporting character. Even with its aggressive, coupe-like silhouette, the Ghibli manages to deliver typical executive saloon rear head room without the compromises people have to accept in other coupe-like premium saloons. The clever interior packaging has also allowed Maserati to deliver split folding rear seatsthat fold at 40% and 500 litres of luggage capacity, along with a spacious centre console compartment, large door pockets and a large and ventilated glovebox. The standard driver’s seat delivers six-way electronic adjustment and leather trim, while Maserati also offers two higher levels of leather trim as options.
The Ghibli S models use an even more supportive seat with eight-way electric adjustment, while there is an optional electric adjustment system to move the pedal box up and down. The drivers preferred seat, lumbar and mirror settings can all be saved, then recalled at the touch of a single button. A large central tunnel splits the front seats and contains two cup holders as well as a 12V power socket, while its console houses a compartment for mobile phones as well as USB and Aux-in connections for external devices. The longitudinally split console lid doubles as the armrest for the front occupants, with each half springing open to reveal two additional cup holders and another 12 Volt power socket. The console also has its own air vent to allow the air conditioning to cool its contents. The Ghibli’s rear seats are similarly plush, with the two outer seats particularly designed for lasting comfort as well as strong lateral support and are equipped with ISOFIX fittings to securely anchor child seats.
