2018 Volkswagen Touareg: The Innovative SUV
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Introduction
The Volkswagen Touareg holds a prominent position in its competitive sector and has been a leader in Volkswagen's SUV lineup since 2000. The all-new third-generation model is designed to be a milestone, showcasing what Volkswagen's engineers and designers can achieve upon its release in early May of this year.
Performance and Features
Building on its increasing global sales, which are nearing one million when considering the first and second generations, the newly launched Touareg offers a wealth of assistance, comfort, lighting, and entertainment systems that are sure to attract tech-savvy youth and other demographics who will genuinely appreciate its capabilities.
Technology and Interior Design
The new Touareg will feature an innovative digital cockpit (making its debut for the first time) composed of a large 12-inch display paired with an even larger 15-inch screen, seamlessly integrating to provide information, communication, and entertainment while eliminating traditional buttons.
Dimensions and Specifications
Compared to its predecessor, the third generation of the Touareg boasts increased length and width, positively impacting the interior space with more room for passengers and an enhanced cargo area that has increased from 697 liters to 810 liters when the seats are folded down.
Despite its increased size for 2018, it is lighter by 106 kg than the previous model, thanks to its mixed-material construction (48% aluminum and 52% high-strength steel).
Safety and Assistance Systems
With an extensive array of assistance and comfort systems, the all-new Touareg comes equipped with, but is not limited to:
- Night vision assistant
- Lane keeping system
- Cross-traffic alert system
- Active four-wheel steering
- LED headlamps
- Driver display screen for enhanced enjoyment and safety during driving.
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