Spy Shots: Volkswagen Race Touareg 2 Caught Playing On Alpen Roads

Our camera-happy spy photographers were quick enough to grab a batch of shots of one very distinctive Volkswagen Touareg as it underwent mountain testing. From what we can tell, it's the next iteration of the German manufacturer's successful Race Touareg 2 - the same diesel rally raid beast that has gone toe-to-toe with other competitors in the Paris-Dakar. From what we can tell, the next-gen racer will look nearly identical to the car that competed in the 2009 series, with a few subtle changes. The prototype our photographers spotted sports a snorkel for high-water crossings and a new brush guard - presumably for pushing obstacles from the Touareg's path and protecting its lightweight bodywork. Who knows what's under the hood, but considering the success the company has had with hits twin-turbo diesel I5, we wouldn't expect too much to change in terms of power delivery unless rule changes warrant it. VW has managed to increase the engine's power output by about 10-15 ponies each year, though, so it wouldn't surprise us to see the oil-burner top 300 horsepower for the first time.

Today on our 2015 Volkswagen Jetta, we're going to review and install the Draw-Tite Sportframe Class I one and a quarter inch Receiver Tube Hitch, part number 24926. Now here's what our hitch is going to look like once installed. We've got a nice stylish round cross tube going into our Class I one and a quarter inch by one and a quarter inch receiver tube. On the other side we'll have our chain hold downs that are easy to access and get to, and a half inch pin hole that goes all the way through for our pin or anti-rattle bolt. The hitch itself is capable of up to two hundred pounds of towing weight and a two thousand pound tow capacity. Next we'll give you a couple of measurements. This will assist you selecting accessories, such as a bike rack and a cargo carrier. 24926 has a measurement of 4-1/2 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the outer bumper. This will allow your bike rack to fit well and not make contact with your bumper. I've attached a video to further assist with installation and fit.

I might have found a hitch that might work for you. C11410 is not a confirmed for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta. 24926, is a confirmed fit for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Sedan. This hitch is custom-fit and will require no drilling to install. However, this hitch will not fit the 2016 Jetta TDI or hybrid models. Unfortunately, there is no hitch available for this model Jetta. C11410 referenced in your question is confirmed to fit your 2015 VW Jetta TDI Sedan. 18050 with this hitch when using it for any non-trailer load such as a cargo carrier like what you mentioned or a bike rack. This is simply an extra precaution that Curt takes to ensure stability of any mounted accessory during travel. C11474 that you referenced will not fit the TDI sedan models of the 2015 Volkswagen Jetta. C11410 as it has been confirmed as a fit. I attached an install video for you to check out as well. 18050 when using their hitch to carry a non-supported load like a bike rack.

I attached a review video for you to check for the strap as well. C11410 is a confirmed fit for the 2015 Jetta TDI, unless it's the Hybrid model. C18110. The carrier measures 20 x 48 inches, outside dimension and offers plenty of room for gear. Because of the limited 200 lb tongue weight capacity of the Class I hitch, you'll be limited to carrying two bikes. C11410 fits the 2015 model year VW Jetta TDI Sedan, but not the TSI Sport. 24926. I confirmed the fit with my contact there. This hitch includes all required mounting hardware and instructions, and an installation video is linked too. This is a hotly debated topic online whether your vehicle can actually tow. It looks like Volkswagen states it cannot tow but in the UK Volkswagen says it's fine so people over here use that as enough proof that it's safe. We have to recommend you stick with what the manufacturer states.

Since there is a demand for a hitch on your vehicle our manufacturers did come up with a solution. C11410 which is a confirmed fit. C11410 only fits TDI models so it would not work for you. 24926 has been confirmed to fit your 2015 Volkswagen Jetta so it should work well for you. This hitch will actually fit all models of the 2015 Jettas except the hybrids and TDI. S64670. This rack has a ton of positive reviews from our customers who have tried it. Check out the review video I attached for more info. C11410. This is a Class I hitch so you are limited to 2 bikes. 18050 per their warranty requirements when using the hitch for a bike rack. S63360. Another option to carry 2 bikes on the vehicle is to use a trunk mount bike carrier. C11410. This Class I hitch is confirmed to fit your VW Jetta TDI and will use existing holes in its frame for a no-drill installation. It features a tongue weight capacity of 200 pounds and will provide you with a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening that will work great for hitch-mounted accessories like a bike rack or for some light duty towing with a ball mount. I do have a solution for you, but unfortunately the (discontinued) Hidden Hitch Trailer Hitch Receiver 60283 from your 2011 Volkswagen Jetta will not fit your 2015 Volkswagen Jetta. C11410. I have attached a picture for you to see where the Curt trailer hitch mounts as well as an installation video. If you let me know what you will be using the trailer hitch for I can make some recommendations for you.