Volkswagen Touareg is an off-roader, production of which began in 2002 and continues till present. During its manufacturing, assembly was performed in Slovakia, Russia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, India. In 2003 the famous “Car and Driver” magazine gave the car “Best Luxury SUV” title. And in 2004 the car became “Car of the Year” amongst off-roaders according to the popular “Motor Trend” magazine. During model existence the manufacturer presented two generations and two restyled versions. The first generation Touareg, Typ 7L, was marketed as the most powerful off-roader of its time. It length was 4754 mm, width - 1928 mm, height - 1726 mm. In order to demonstrate capabilities of the car the manufacturer held an unusual experiment: a 155-tonnes Boeing-747 airliner was attached to the car and it was able to tow it. Launch of the second car generation, Typ 7P, took place in 2010. The car became longer than its predecessor by 41 mm and wider by 12 mm.
Roofline was lower by 17 mm, which affected the car’s aerodynamic properties positively. At the same time, model weight was reduced by 200 kg. The Touareg SUV became the world’s first car equipped with intelligent high beam light control technology (Dynamic Light Assist). In 2014 the manufacturer unveiled the updated version of the model. The car started looking more presentable than its predecessor. It kept unusual deepenings on the sides, but got chromed molding along the whole body perimeter, a new rear bumper with smoother lines, while the middle section of the three-segmented front bumper grille became A-shaped. Four chromed plates are now mounted on the radiator grille instead of two, and large headlights are equipped with bi-xenon lamps even in basic configuration. Car interior is a combination of luxury and high tech. The manufacturer offers various leather upholstery options and provides opportunity to select interior trimming with valuable wood species. “Climatronic” air-conditioner with dual-zone climate control, multifunctional “Plus” display, RCD 550 audio-system with MP3/MP4 support and built-in CD-changer for 6 CDs are available in the basic configuration. Volkswagen Touareg cars can be optionally equipped with pneumatic suspension, hands-free luggage compartment opening technology “Easy Open”, “DYNAUDIO Confidence” audio-system with 12 loudspeakers, “RNS 850” navigation system supporting voice control. Also, the “Hill Start Assist” hill ascending and descending assistance system, “Area View” 360 degree view system, “Front Assist” distance control system and a rear view camera are optionally available. Do you want to buy high-quality components for your car? We’ve created a well-organized Volkswagen Touaregspare parts catalogue, where you will find cabin filters, windshield wipers or any other part in a few minutes. Should you have any questions, contact our client support service specialists. Make an order on our website today and get your purchases in the shortest time.
Along with safety, Volvo is known for its estate cars. While the brand might have moved into new areas with its ever-growing range of upmarket SUVs, the firm hasn’t forgotten about its core products. The latest to join the line-up is the mid-sized premium V60 estate. This is a car that offers class, practicality, efficiency, tech and performance; an appealing package then. But there are already a number of rival models delivering exactly this combination, and the Audi A4 Avant is a perfect example. Audi also has a long history with estates, and in this closely fought class the V60 faces a fight to overcome its German rival. While SUVs are the niche that’s now become the norm, they’re not for everyone and family estate cars like these are generally better to drive than their higher-riding alternatives. The victor here will have to deliver exactly this, but mix it with a useful level of usability.
Let’s find out which is the stronger choice. With an almost totally new product line-up that’s mainly focused on a new range of SUVs, Volvo has now turned its attention to what it’s always been known for: estates. This V60 is set to take on the likes of the Audi A4 Avant, but does it do so more convincingly? We’re testing a £40,860 V60 D4 Auto in Inscription Pro trim to find out. Overall, the V60’s long wheelbase gives a nice, balanced feel to how the suspension responds to bumps. It smothers most surface changes, so only the harshest of ridges impact refinement. You feel the road, but the chassis doesn’t crash; it’s relaxed and matches the level of calm inside. On 19-inch wheels the V60’s ride only occasionally felt ruffled by scars in the road surface. There’s enough agility, too. The light steering doesn’t even offer as much communication as the Audi’s, but the weight actually matches the rate of response and the steering feels free.
