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Volkswagen Touareg I (7L) 3.2i V6 24V (220 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)
I (7L) Overview:
Volkswagen Touareg (I (7L)). With 305 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2230 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.9 s). The top speed reaches 197 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.2i V6 24V (220 Hp) 4MOTION Tiptronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Sufficient for basic daily tasks, but can feel underpowered when fully loaded or attempting quick overtakes.
Fuel Economy
High fuel consumption for its power output, making it a less efficient choice compared to diesel alternatives.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Luxurious and well-appointed interior for its class
- • Exceptional off-road capability with advanced 4MOTION system
- • Wide range of powerful and diverse engine options, from economical diesels to a potent W12
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially with optional air suspension
- • Strong towing capacity across most engine variants
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, particularly for petrol engines and the W12
- • Complex electronics and sophisticated engines can lead to expensive maintenance and repairs
- • Significant depreciation, though this makes used models good value
- • Some reliability concerns, especially with the more complex V10 TDI and early models
- • Heavy vehicle, impacting agility and city maneuverability
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (7L): November, 2004 - November, 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Touareg |
| Generation: | I (7L) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.2i V6 24V (220 Hp) 4MOTION Tiptronic |
| Start of production: | October, 2002 |
| End of production: | November, 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 220 Hp @ 6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 305 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AZZ, BAA, BKJ More details about the engine AZZ, BAA, BKJ |
| Engine displacement: | 3189 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.6 l |
| Coolant: | 9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 95.9 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 19.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 197 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.1 kg/Hp, 98.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.3 kg/Nm, 136.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2230 |
| Max. weight: | 2945 |
| Max load: | 715 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1570 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 555 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 100 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4754 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1928 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1726 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2855 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1653 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1665 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| 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 | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 235/65 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Air suspension |
| Rear suspension | Air suspension |
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