The Touareg 2 Up Close

The first ever SUV that Volkswagen manufacturer ofamazing towing capacity of 7,716 pounds.
high quality VW fan has restyled for the 2008 modelThe Touareg 2 is also loaded with various safety and
year is returning as the Touareg 2. The updatedhandling features such as the new rollover sensor
version is scheduled to hit showrooms later this springsystem which records both turning angle as well as
and will feature an updated exterior styling, additionalturning speed in order to determine whether the
list of safety features and vehicle capabilities, plusvehicle is likely to rollover. The rollover sensor also
three powerful engine options.works in combination with the airbag control device to
The Touareg 2 made its official debut at the Newactivate the side and side head curtain airbags in case
York International Auto Show. Its base price is $39,320.a rollover accident happens.
This new Touareg has derived its design cues fromThe new Touareg is equipped with a tire pressure
the other Volkswagen model lineup. Its exterior stylingmonitoring system that notifies the driver of any
reflects the brand's signature design with its newchanges in the tire pressure. This particular system is
Volkswagen face particularly its chrome front grille.offered as a standard feature of the vehicle. The
The Touareg 2 was also given a redesignedother safety features that are equipped in the
aerodynamic and sporty rear spoiler with integratedTouareg 2 includes an Electronic Stabilization Program
third brake light. The other distinctive features of theinnovations comprising of the hydraulic braking assist,
new redesigned Touareg includes 17-inch alloy wheels,rain brake support, and an under steering control logic
standard on the VR6 FSI, and 19-inch alloy wheels,system that enhance the behavior of the car in times
standard on the V8 FSI and V10 TDI Twin Turboof under steering.
models. It also has redesigned darkened taillights andThe Touareg 2 also offer a world's first "ABSplus"
headlamps, redesigned luxury seating system withbraking system which is a patented system developed
standard 12-way power driver's seat, and a fourby Volkswagen to shorten the braking distance by up
all-new exterior color options such as Alaska Gray,to 20 percent especially on loose roadbeds wherein it
Galapagos, Cranberry, and White Gold.pushes a portion of the road material under temporary
The Touareg 2 also boasts of its three engine optionslocked wheels to form a chock. This type of innovation
with the VR6 FSI and V8 FSI upgraded. Theis the first of its kind in the world and offered as an
Touareg's 3.2 liter VR6 has been changed with aexclusive feature of the Touareg 2.
more potent 3.6 liter VR6 FSI which revs up an extraThe new Touareg 2 includes a noteworthy array of
40 horsepower delivering 280 hp of power. The FSIvehicle capabilities such as the four-wheel-drive
technology on the other hand has considerablysystem 4XMOTION(TM) that boost traction on virtually
improved the driving performance of the Touareg 2.any surface. The Hill Roll Back Assist and Hill Descent
Such significant performance upgrade is alwaysAssist features help to stabilize the new Touareg
followed by an increase in torque power.during off-road ventures. The standard independent
The upgraded 4.2 liter V8 FSI is the first 8 cylindersuspension and improved axle pitching further allow the
Volkswagen engine with unleaded fuel direct injectionnew Touareg to achieve 33 degree approach and
producing an impressive 350 horsepower, an extra 40departure angles, climbing capability at 45 degrees, 35
hp than the previous V8, and 325 lbs. ft. of torque. Thedegrees lateral inclination, adjustable air suspension and
new Touareg's 5.o liter V10 TDI Twin Turbo offeringup to 23-inch fording depth with the optional air
produces 310 horsepower and 553 lbs. ft. of torque. Allsuspension.
of three engine options of the Touareg offer an