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Volkswagen Touareg III (CR) 2.0 TSI (249 Hp) 4MOTION Tiptronic
Overall Rating
Volkswagen Touareg:
The Volkswagen Touareg is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV produced by Volkswagen since 2002. The vehicle is named after the nomadic Tuareg people, inhabitants of the Saharan interior in North Africa. The Touareg was originally developed with the Porsche Cayenne and Audi Q7 and as of October 2020, the Touareg was developed with the Audi Q8, the Bentley Bentayga and the Lamborghini Urus, which shares their MLB Evo platform and chassis. The first generation offered five, six, eight, ten, and twelve-cylinder engine choices....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (CR) Overview:
Volkswagen Touareg (III (CR)). With 370 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10 l/100km). With a weight of 1955 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.8 s). The top speed reaches 225 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 TSI (249 Hp) 4MOTION Tiptronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers competent performance for daily tasks, though its 4-cylinder nature means it works harder than the V6s in this large SUV.
Fuel Economy
A reasonable balance for a petrol engine in this class, but still higher consumption than diesel or hybrid options.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Luxurious and high-quality interior
- • Wide range of powerful and efficient engine options, including hybrids
- • Comfortable and refined ride quality
- • Advanced technology and driver assistance systems
- • Strong towing capacity and off-road capability
- • Excellent Euro NCAP safety rating
Cons:
- • High purchase price, especially for top trims
- • Fuel consumption can be high for non-hybrid petrol engines
- • Large size can be challenging in urban environments
- • Some lower-powered engines might feel less dynamic for its class
- • Optional extras can significantly increase the cost
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (7P, facelift 2014): 2014 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Touareg |
| Generation: | III (CR) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 TSI (249 Hp) 4MOTION Tiptronic |
| Start of production: | 2018 |
| End of production: | May, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 249 Hp @ 5000-6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 125.5 Hp/l [77mm more] |
| Torque: | 370 Nm @ 1600-4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EA888 / CYRC More details about the engine EA888 / CYRC |
| Engine displacement: | 1984 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection and Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.8 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.2 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 225 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.9 kg/Hp, 127.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.3 kg/Nm, 189.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1955 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1800 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 810 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 13.5° |
| Length: | 4878 mm mm [77mm more] |
| Width: | 1984 mm mm [44mm more] |
| Height: | 1717 mm mm [8mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2904 mm mm [11mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2193 mm |
| Front track: | 1653-1669 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1669-1685 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.2 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 23.3° |
| Departure angle: | 17.2° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Tiptronic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/65 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 8J x 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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