On this World EV Day Volkswagen can confirm that its first vehicle capable of running on battery power – the Touareg R – is approved for sale in Australia and is scheduled to arrive toward the end of 2022. This Plug-in Hybrid EV, whose combined electric motor and turbo petrol V6 delivers …
Read More »Volkswagen teases next-gen Touareg ahead of Beijing debut
Volkswagen has released several teaser shots of a concept that is likely to be the mould for the next-generation Touareg SUV. Set to be unveiled at the Beijing Motor Show next week, the concept SUV aims to preview what Volkswagen claims will be one of the world’s most high-tech SUVs. …
Read More »Volkswagen Touareg and Porsche Cayenne recalled over faulty brake pedals
Volkswagen and their sibling brand Porsche have issued recalls for Touareg and Cayenne models built between 2011 and 2016 over a potentially faulty brake pedal. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA): “The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a circlip, allowing the pivot pin to move …
Read More »Revised 2015 Volkswagen Touareg set for Beijing debut
Volkswagen has officially unveiled the updated 2015 Touareg SUV ahead of its scheduled debut at the Beijing Motor Show which opens its doors from April 20. First photos revealed subtle changes around the exterior including a revised front bumper for a tougher look, updated rear bumper with a redesigned rear …
Read More »2013 Volkswagen Touareg R-Line Review
If you are looking to buy the 2013 Volkswagen Touareg R-Line, chances are you are either contemplating if it’s worth the extra $30k over the standard Touareg for a more powerful V8, or if you are better off saving $20k over an Audi Q7 4.2TDI, which is, mechanically the same …
Read More »2013 Volkswagen Touareg V8 TDI R-Line on sale from $112,990
The 2013 Volkswagen Touareg V8 TDI R-Line has launched in Australia (read our review here), starting from $112,990, making it the most expensive model in the manufacturer’s local line up. The most powerful Touareg is powered by a 4.2-litre diesel V8 shared with the Audi Q7 4.2 TDI. It produces …
Read More »2013 Volkswagen Touareg V8 TDI R-Line to arrive in March
Volkswagen Australia has announced the range topping Volkswagen Touareg V8 TDI R-Line will join the local line-up in March. The new car essentially fills the void left by the previous generation Touareg R50. The most powerful Touareg is powered by a 4.2-litre diesel V8 shared with the Audi Q7 4.2 …
Read More »2012 Australia’s Best Car Awards Announced
The results are in for the 2012 Australia’s Best Car (ABC) Awards. Now in its 20th year, the ABC Awards are presented by the Australian Automobile Association on behalf of Australia’s Motoring Clubs. The national judging panel was headed by Mark Borlace, with over 30 years of motor industry experience. …
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