There are two are installed two diesel, one gasoline and a gasoline / electric hybrid. It has about 2.3 tonne Touareg in 5.8 seconds to 100 km / h. The combined fuel consumption per 100 km is 9.1 liters with VW. The smaller V6 diesel with 3.0 liter displacement and 245 hp (180 kW) consumed 2 liters less and needs 2 more seconds for the standard sprint. Both diesel engines feature the well-known TDI technology and are equipped with diesel particulate filters (DPF).
In the petrol is only the 3.6-liter V6 engine to choose from, the (280 hp 206 KW) brings power and with 9.9 liters of premium has the highest consumption in the combined fuel consumption. It elapses 7.8 seconds to 100 km / h reached. The overall system performance of the gasoline / electric hybrids is 380 PS (279 KW) that accelerate the Touareg in 6.5 seconds to 100 km / h. Up to 50 km / h purely electric driving possible.
Standard Equipments
The hybrid Touareg is equipped as standard with a start-stop system and braking energy recovery. Each engine variant in the Touareg 2006 has become more economical and at the same time more powerful than its predecessor model. Using Blue Motion technology, the weight reduction and improved aerodynamics includes the VW engineers achieve fully competitive fuel economy.
Offroad
When it comes to off-road capabilities of the Touareg 2006 drives a lot better than competitors. A climbing ability of 45°, an air suspension and a fording depth of up to 58 cm are only a small part of its qualities off-road. Those looking for an SUV, the sentiments originally by sometimes can really drive through its grounds, the assessments of independent tester is to, well advised by the VW Touareg.
Onroad
Here the VW Touareg 2006 with its optional dynamic handling package points. It reduces body roll in cornering, and therefore brings safety and driving pleasure. In addition, it is regulated automatically in function of the speed, the level of the bodywork. This is made possible with the air suspension, the case of old cars like precipitates and very expensive to repair.
Space
Comparing the space available in the trunk is the Touareg 2006 even with rear seat folded down in last place. In the rear, there are for people over 180 cm tall enough headroom and legroom. If required, the rear seats can be shifted by 16 cm and thus also give large child seats enough space. The optional third row of seats is for 2 more people. Five people, however, very comfortable place.
Comfort
The extra charge, 4-zone Climatronic creates for each passenger, the air temperature comfortable to them. Furthermore, the air quality is monitored and automatically changed in tunnels on the interior air circulation. A 2-zone Climatronic is for driver and front passenger as standard. The quality of workmanship and the materials is at top-class level. Leather packages as "Dark Burgundy" or "Pepper Beige" bring a luxurious charm with soft and durable leather in the interior of the VW Touareg 2006.