Prices and specifications revealed for new Volkswagen Touareg | New Release - Car News Aug 2014

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16:58 Friday 15 Aug 2014

The Volkswagen Touareg SUV will be revised and orders taken from 27th August, deliveries can be expected in November.

There will be two options for engine set ups; a 3.0-litre V6 TDI with 204 PS and a 3.0-litre V6 TDI with 262 PS, an increase on the previous 245 PS. Both will comply with the EU6 legislation on fuel emissions due to their careful attention to efficiency. Volkswagen have introduced Selective Catalytic Reduction technology as well as opting for tyres with low resistance to the road and a function within the automatic gearbox which enables coasting in order to cut down on fuel use.

Exterior enhancements will include changes to the grilles and bumpers and new designs for alloy wheels. Bi-xenon headlights will come as standard, as does lumbar support in the front seats.

The entry level trim will be named the SE and will come with 19 inch ‘Salvador’ wheels, eight inch touch screen, parking sensors and chrome roof rails.

The top level trim will be the Touareg R-Line and comes with a body kit featuring unique bumpers and wheel arch extensions. 20 inch ‘Tarragona’ alloys will accompany lowered sport suspension and bespoke R-Line seats.

Prices will start at £43,000 and rise to £47,500, its fuel efficiency will qualify it for a 2% tax reduction for company car users.

 


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