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Volkswagen Touareg I (7L) 4.2 i V8 (310 Hp) Tiptronic
Overall Rating
Volkswagen Touareg:
The Volkswagen Touareg is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV produced by Volkswagen since 2002. The vehicle is named after the nomadic Tuareg people, inhabitants of the Saharan interior in North Africa. The Touareg was originally developed with the Porsche Cayenne and Audi Q7 and as of October 2020, the Touareg was developed with the Audi Q8, the Bentley Bentayga and the Lamborghini Urus, which shares their MLB Evo platform and chassis. The first generation offered five, six, eight, ten, and twelve-cylinder engine choices....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (7L) Overview:
Volkswagen Touareg (I (7L)). With 410 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2467 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.1 s). The top speed reaches 218 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
4.2 i V8 (310 Hp) Tiptronic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A strong petrol V8 offering excellent power delivery and a satisfying engine note, ensuring confident acceleration.
Fuel Economy
High fuel consumption, typical for a large displacement V8, making it a less economical option.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Luxurious and well-appointed interior for its class
- • Exceptional off-road capability with advanced 4MOTION system
- • Wide range of powerful and diverse engine options, from economical diesels to a potent W12
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially with optional air suspension
- • Strong towing capacity across most engine variants
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, particularly for petrol engines and the W12
- • Complex electronics and sophisticated engines can lead to expensive maintenance and repairs
- • Significant depreciation, though this makes used models good value
- • Some reliability concerns, especially with the more complex V10 TDI and early models
- • Heavy vehicle, impacting agility and city maneuverability
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (7L): August, 2004 - November, 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Touareg |
| Generation: | I (7L) |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.2 i V8 (310 Hp) Tiptronic |
| Start of production: | December, 2002 |
| End of production: | November, 2006 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 310 Hp @ 6200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 74.3 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 410 Nm @ 3000-4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AXQ More details about the engine AXQ |
| Engine displacement: | 4172 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 5 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.5 l |
| Coolant: | 9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 14.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 218 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8 kg/Hp, 125.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6 kg/Nm, 166.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2467 |
| Max. weight: | 2945 |
| Max load: | 478 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1570 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 550 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 100 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4754 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1928 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1726 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2855 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2217 mm |
| Front track: | 1645 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1657 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.6 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 255/60 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Air suspension |
| Rear suspension | Air suspension |
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