Volkswagen have launched a new flagship for the Touareg range. The Volkswagen Touareg V8 TDI makes its debut at the Geneva Motor Show 2019 this week. It’s engine has been lifted from the Bentley Bentayga diesel! With power ratings of 421 hp and 900 Nm of torque, the 4.0 litre V8 unit is the most powerful diesel powered SUV on the market. With that sort of power, it is no surprise that the Touareg accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds. What’s more, it complies with the Euro 6d-TEMP emission standard. Inside, the range topping SUV gets premium Vienna leather as standard. The interior features Volkswagen’s Innovision Cockpit incorporating a digital dashboard with an infotainment system. Volkswagen also promise tanned leathers, aluminium and chrome details together with wood interior pieces. The Volkswagen Touareg V8 TDI also gets an active all-wheel steering system and a roll stabilisation system with electromechanically controlled anti-roll bars. The lighting system is Volkswagen’s “IQ.Light - LED matrix headlight”. Deliveries begin in May.
CPO vehicles must pass a 100-plus point inspection. Additional benefits like towing and roadside assistance may be available, so read the Volkswagen warranty page carefully. According to our analysis, Volkswagen's CPO program isn't as robust as those of most other automakers, including Mercedes, Acura, and Buick. How Safe Is the Touareg? The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the 2017 VW Touareg its top rating of Good in all four crash evaluations. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has not evaluated the 2017 Touareg. The Touareg comes loaded with safety features, including a rearview camera, front and rear parking sensors, blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning, adaptive headlights that follow your steering movements, forward collision warning with brake assist, and adaptive cruise control. A 360-degree-view camera comes with the Executive trim. Which Is Better: 2017 Volkswagen Touareg or 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE? The Touareg and the 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE are two of the best options in the class for ride comfort.
The GLE has an outstanding interior, with posh features like air suspension and massaging front seats. 13,000 more than the Touareg’s. Even a fully loaded Touareg is likely to cost less than a base model GLE. The Touareg comes with many features you won’t get in its base Mercedes-Benz rival, including a navigation system, adaptive cruise control, and blind spot monitoring. The Touareg is the better, more affordable choice. Which Is Better: 2017 Volkswagen Touareg or 2017 Acura MDX? Both of these SUVs are more-than-capable family haulers, but the 2017 Acura MDX is the better choice. The MDX has seven seats and nearly 27 cubic feet more overall cargo space than the Touareg. With the Acura MDX, you get more family-friendly options - like a rear-seat DVD player, which the Touareg doesn’t offer. Additionally, the MDX’s engine is stronger and more fuel-efficient. How Does the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg Drive? The 2017 Volkswagen Touareg is powered by a 280-horsepower V6 engine that delivers smooth acceleration but not quite enough power for the SUV’s weight.
An eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive are standard. The Touareg has composed handling and a cushioned ride. Does the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg Get Good Gas Mileage? The 2016 VW Touareg gets an EPA-estimated 17 mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway, which is average for the class. The Volkswagen Touareg has a 7,716-pound towing capacity, making it one of the most capable tow vehicles in the luxury midsize SUV class. How Many People Does the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg Seat? The 2-row VW Touareg seats five. The front seats are roomy and supportive, and the driver’s seat position provides excellent front and side visibility. The rear features reclining seats that can comfortably accommodate a pair of adults. Leatherette upholstery and heated front seats are standard; genuine leather, ventilated front seats, and heated rear seats are available. The cabin is elegantly styled and composed of soft-touch plastics, high-quality chrome, and real wood accents.
The dashboard’s simple design makes it easy to access the stereo and climate controls. How Many Car Seats Fit in the 2017 Volkswagen Touareg? The Touareg’s LATCH car-seat system includes two sets of lower anchors and three sets of upper tether anchors. The base trim comes with dual-zone climate control, an 8-inch touch-screen infotainment system, an eight-speaker audio system, satellite radio, Bluetooth, a navigation system, heated and rain-sensing windshield wipers, and Volkswagen’s Car-Net telematics system. Some models may come with a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree parking camera, and a Dynaudio 10-speaker premium audio system. The easy-to-read touch screen features sharp graphics and intuitive menus. It also responds quickly to user inputs. The audio and climate controls are well-arranged and straightforward. With 32.1 cubic feet of cargo room behind the back seats and 64 cubic feet with the seats folded, the Touareg has an average amount of rear storage space for the class. Inside, there are plenty of small-item storage spaces. A remote-opening liftgate is standard, and a hands-free power liftgate is available. The 2017 Volkswagen Touareg is 15.7 feet long. The gas-engine Touareg has a curb weight of 4,696 pounds and a gross vehicle weight rating of 6,173 pounds.
