VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG (2004-2006)
Volkswagen's first attempt in the SUV race, the Touareg shares its platform with the Audi Q7 and Porsche Cayenne. Two models are available, a 3.2 V6 and 4.2 V8 petrol engines. No thanks to poor management, the entire Volkswagen line was discontinued in 2006.
| OWNERSHIP DETAILS | 4.2 V8 | 3.2 V6 |
|---|---|---|
| Years Available | October 2004-2006 | April 2004-2006 |
| ENGINE SPECS | ||
| Engine | 4.2 32V V8 | 3.2 24V V6 |
| Horsepower | 306hp | 217hp |
| Torque | ||
| Fuel Type | Gasoline/93 Octane | Gasoline/93 Octane |
| Fuel System | Electronic Fuel Injection | Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 Liters | 100 Liters |
| DIMENSIONS | ||
| Length | 4,755mm | 4,755mm |
| Width | 1,928mm | 1,928mm |
| Height | 1,727mm | 1,727mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,855mm | 2,855mm |
| Curb Weight | ||
| Body Style | 5 Door SUV | 5 Door SUV |
| Engine/Drive Type | Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive | Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| SUSPENSION & TIRES | ||
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | 4-Link | 4-Link |
| Front Brakes | Vented Disc | Vented Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Drum | Drum |
| Tires | 255/60 R17 | 255/60 R17 |
| Wheels | 17 Inch Alloy | 17 Inch Alloy |
| SAFETY | ||
| Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| Anti-Lock Brakes | Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution |
| Traction/Stability Control | Yes, Anti-Slip Regulation Traction Control | Yes, Anti-Slip Regulation Traction Control |
| Other Safety Features | Adds: None | Electronic Differential Lock, Tire Pressure Monitor System |
| EXTERIOR | ||
| Fog Lamps | Front | Front |
| Other Exterior Features | Adds: None | Roof Rack, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Sun Roof |
| INTERIOR | ||
| Steering Wheel Adjustment | Tilt/Telescopic | Tilt/Telescopic |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather |
| Seating Adjustment | Manual | Manual |
| Seating Material | Fabric | Fabric |
| Other Interior Features | Adds: None | Aluminum Accents, 60/40 Fold Rear Seat, Heated Front Seats, Multi Function Computer |
| CONVENIENCE FEATURES | ||
| Power Amenities | Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors | Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors |
| Climate Control | Manual, Dual | Manual, Dual |
| Audio System | AM/FM/CD | AM/FM/CD |
| Speakers | 10 | 10 |
| Steering Wheel Controls | None | None |
| Alarm | None | None |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| NOTES | ||
| RIVALS | BMW X5, Land Rover Discovery, Mercedes Benz M Class, Volvo XC90 |
