News Used Car Review - Volkswagen Touareg (2013-2017)
This unnoticed SUV is on our spotlight for today.
2013-2017 Volkswagen Touareg
History
Mention the words "German luxury car" as well as the real answer are the next brands: Benz, BMW, Porsche, as well as to a small-scale extent, Audi. The construct Volkswagen is synonymous to the Beetle which littered Philippine streets during the 60s to the 70s as well as to another models similar the Kombi as well as Sakbayan. Further efforts from the 90s didn't construct the construct dorsum to local consciousness since they are heavily priced, every bit opposed to beingness called every bit the people's car. But then, VW's are positioned every bit a premium mainstream brand, inwards a higher house the likes of Toyota precisely below Audi.
Jumping on the SUV bandwagon also late, the Touareg was get-go introduced inwards 2002 as well as it shares a platform amongst the Porsche Cayenne as well as Audi Q7, 2 belatedly bloomers inwards the category. The 2nd generation model get-go debuted inwards 2010 amongst a newer 8-speed automatic as well as a broad diversity of gas as well as diesel fuel engines (no V10 diesel fuel is available).
One of the vehicles introduced for the furnish of the Volks inwards 2013, the Touareg is the flagship model every bit good every bit the around expensive vehicle. This time, the diesel fuel engine was brought hither different the get-go model's gas burner. It was quietly discontinued inwards 2017, which nosotros experience the crusade of it is the introduction of the construct novel model.
Value as well as Costs
Due to the fact non much were sold when construct novel every bit good every bit a shorter selling time, finding a used Touareg of this vintage is a challenge precisely if you lot notice one, you lot tin larn 1 for at to the lowest degree P2,000,000 amongst the balance of the warranty.
Since it runs on a diesel fuel engine, await fuel costs to endure slightly lower than several high halt SUVs amongst gasoline powerplants. With this vehicle beingness novel to the marketplace (this 1 was sold a decade agone precisely inwards a different package), non much reports of problems were raised up.
Exterior as well as Interior
Sure, it may facial expression discreet as well as anonymous precisely it nonetheless looks imposing as well as brute. There are 2 models available: a regular 1 as well as a Sports edition which has side skirts as well as larger rims.
Unlike roughly of the European contest which are notoriously known for their interiors that accept smaller buttons as well as a transmission shift similar to a joystick of a game console, this vehicle has the contrary which is slow to use. Other niceties include an electronic parking brake as well as air interruption system, which rivals of the same cost arrive at get. Added bonus include ample infinite for v people as well as cargo.
Engine
Despite its bulky proportions, the 3.0 diesel fuel having 242hp @ 3,800-4,400rpm as well as 550Nm @ 1,750-2,750rpm isn't a slouch mover as well as available torque tin endure had for every bit depression every bit 1,750rpm.
Driving Impressions
This SUV excels inwards both route conditions, both on pavement as well as off the beaten path. The air interruption settings accept a comfort fashion which makes it skilful for a relaxed drive as well as sports fashion for fun driving. You tin accept all aspects inwards 1 body.
Verdict
Based on the first-class Audi Q7 as well as Porsche Cayenne, the VW Touareg is an first-class alternative if you lot wishing something different that stands out the crowd.
The Good:
THE SPECS
Engine: 2,967cc 24V V6 diesel
Power: 242hp @ 3,800-4,400rpm
Torque: 550Nm @ 1,750-2,750rpm
Fuel Consumption: 7-8km/L (city), 10-12km/L (highway) (*estimated as well as varies)
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Suspension: 4-link amongst air suspension
MORE INFO
Price (New): P4,390,000
Price (Now): P2,000,000
On Sale: 2013-2017
Rivals: Ford Explorer, Ford Expedition, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Mitsubishi Pajero, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
Resources:
http://www.clubtouareg.com/forums/
Contacts:
Volkswagen BGC - (02) 558-5888
2013-2017 Volkswagen Touareg
History
Mention the words "German luxury car" as well as the real answer are the next brands: Benz, BMW, Porsche, as well as to a small-scale extent, Audi. The construct Volkswagen is synonymous to the Beetle which littered Philippine streets during the 60s to the 70s as well as to another models similar the Kombi as well as Sakbayan. Further efforts from the 90s didn't construct the construct dorsum to local consciousness since they are heavily priced, every bit opposed to beingness called every bit the people's car. But then, VW's are positioned every bit a premium mainstream brand, inwards a higher house the likes of Toyota precisely below Audi.
Jumping on the SUV bandwagon also late, the Touareg was get-go introduced inwards 2002 as well as it shares a platform amongst the Porsche Cayenne as well as Audi Q7, 2 belatedly bloomers inwards the category. The 2nd generation model get-go debuted inwards 2010 amongst a newer 8-speed automatic as well as a broad diversity of gas as well as diesel fuel engines (no V10 diesel fuel is available).
One of the vehicles introduced for the furnish of the Volks inwards 2013, the Touareg is the flagship model every bit good every bit the around expensive vehicle. This time, the diesel fuel engine was brought hither different the get-go model's gas burner. It was quietly discontinued inwards 2017, which nosotros experience the crusade of it is the introduction of the construct novel model.
Value as well as Costs
Due to the fact non much were sold when construct novel every bit good every bit a shorter selling time, finding a used Touareg of this vintage is a challenge precisely if you lot notice one, you lot tin larn 1 for at to the lowest degree P2,000,000 amongst the balance of the warranty.
Since it runs on a diesel fuel engine, await fuel costs to endure slightly lower than several high halt SUVs amongst gasoline powerplants. With this vehicle beingness novel to the marketplace (this 1 was sold a decade agone precisely inwards a different package), non much reports of problems were raised up.
Exterior as well as Interior
Sure, it may facial expression discreet as well as anonymous precisely it nonetheless looks imposing as well as brute. There are 2 models available: a regular 1 as well as a Sports edition which has side skirts as well as larger rims.
Unlike roughly of the European contest which are notoriously known for their interiors that accept smaller buttons as well as a transmission shift similar to a joystick of a game console, this vehicle has the contrary which is slow to use. Other niceties include an electronic parking brake as well as air interruption system, which rivals of the same cost arrive at get. Added bonus include ample infinite for v people as well as cargo.
Engine
Despite its bulky proportions, the 3.0 diesel fuel having 242hp @ 3,800-4,400rpm as well as 550Nm @ 1,750-2,750rpm isn't a slouch mover as well as available torque tin endure had for every bit depression every bit 1,750rpm.
Driving Impressions
This SUV excels inwards both route conditions, both on pavement as well as off the beaten path. The air interruption settings accept a comfort fashion which makes it skilful for a relaxed drive as well as sports fashion for fun driving. You tin accept all aspects inwards 1 body.
Verdict
Based on the first-class Audi Q7 as well as Porsche Cayenne, the VW Touareg is an first-class alternative if you lot wishing something different that stands out the crowd.
The Good:
- Large cabin
- Excellent off-road skills
- Road presence
The Bad:
- Bulky size non for everyone
- Unrefinement
- A dinosaur compared to modern competition
The Pick: 3.0 Super Safari
Engine: 2,967cc 24V V6 diesel
Power: 242hp @ 3,800-4,400rpm
Torque: 550Nm @ 1,750-2,750rpm
Fuel Consumption: 7-8km/L (city), 10-12km/L (highway) (*estimated as well as varies)
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Suspension: 4-link amongst air suspension
MORE INFO
Price (New): P4,390,000
Price (Now): P2,000,000
On Sale: 2013-2017
Rivals: Ford Explorer, Ford Expedition, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Mitsubishi Pajero, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
Resources:
http://www.clubtouareg.com/forums/
Contacts:
Volkswagen BGC - (02) 558-5888
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