Volkswagen - Touareg Euro NCAP - 5 STAR
An athletic stance, accentuated by big front fender flares and muscular haunches make VWs 4x4 look like it will go anywhere. Luxury, high performance and extreme off-road capability combine in a single package - A milestone in luxury driving for the more
discerning off road motorist.
Developed in conjunction with Porsche and loaded with kit, the classy and comfortable Tourag combines serious off road technology with a prestigious feel. Cheaper than most of its rivals this great all-rounder can tow 3.5 tonnes, ford water up to half a metre deep and climb slopes of 45 degrees, thanks to a host of all-terrain solutions.
All models have air conditioning, electric windows (front and rear), cruise control, CD/radio, split tailgate, height-adjustable front seats. Leather is standard on Altitude models and satellite navigation is standard on SE and Altitude models. A huge range of options can be chosen to upgrade vehicles further.
A high level of standard safety equipment has ensured the Touareg received a top 5 star NCAP safety rating., including dual front, side and full-length curtain airbags, Isofix child-seat mounting points, ABS, electronic stability control, front seat side impact airbags 4 Wheel EDL (Electronic Differential Locks and side impact protection to name just a few. Every owner also has the opportunity to take part in a complimentary full day's off-road experience.
The 3.6-litre V6 petrol option produces 276bhp providing a top speed of 135mph. In addition three turbo diesels are offered, an entry level 2.5-litre, a 3.0-litre V6 - which provides a mighty 369lb-ft of brawn, and the muscle bound 5.0-litre V10 TDI which produces 313bhp and 553lb-ft of torque, allowing it to sprint
from 0-62mph in under 7.5 seconds.
All models come with a 2 year unlimited mileage manufacturers warranty plus a further 1 year / 60,000 miles (whichever is soonest) retailer warranty. The combined warranty means that you are covered, from the registration date of your car, for a total of 3 years
or up to 60,000 miles, a (depending on which comes first). In addition you also get a 3 year paint and 12 year anti-corrosion warranty and 1 year breakdown cover.
About the manufacturer
Volkswagen vehicles are designed to have a minimal impact on the environment, from the manufacturing stage, to use and servicing, and finally recycling. Careful selection of recycled and recyclable materials, avoiding hazardous substances, optimising construction techniques and the labelling of plastic parts with their material type all enable cars to be efficiently recycled.
New model Volkswagen servicing intervals are currently up to 50,000 km, so the volume of old oil and other used parts is greatly reduced.
Volkswagen Group United Kingdom has partnered with Cartakeback.com to provide a Government approved national network of certified dismantling companies to receive and take care of the environmentally friendly recovery of used Volkswagens. A large range of used parts from vehicle repairs are taken back by Volkswagen and remanufactured on an industrial scale. The remanufactured parts are sold across the world with a full manufacturer's guarantee under the name "Genuine Parts". Volkswagen also recycles old catalytic converters. Valuable metals like platinum and rhodium are extracted and used in new catalytic converters.
Amongst Volkswagen's other main aims is the lowest fuel consumption possible, to achieve ecologically benefit for the environment, at the same time as economically benefiting the customer. Volkswagen is leading a European consortium - entitled RENEW - to investigate, develop and analyse a variety of technologies for producing bio fuels. The project currently involves 32 partners, among them four leading carmakers, two major oil producers, plant manufacturers and operators, and research and development organisations from eight European countries.
VW continues to investigate and elongate the lifespan for its vehicles, because the longer a vehicle can be used the more it reduces the burden on the planets limited raw material resources.