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Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDI V6 BlueMotion Tech SE SUV 5dr Diesel Tiptronic 4WD Euro 6 (s/s) (204 ps)

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  • Make: Volkswagen
  • Milage: 116530 Miles
  • Year: 2015
  • Model: Touareg
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Fuel: Diesel

Description

Volkswagen Touareg SE (2015) - Full-Length Overview (~1000 words) 1. Introduction & Positioning The 2015 Volkswagen Touareg SE represents the refined third-gen's facelifted iteration (2014-2017) and targets buyers seeking luxury, capability, and diesel efficiency without the badge premium of German rivals like BMW X5 or Mercedes GLE. . It balances practicality with a composed, premium driving experience, wrapping it all in BlueMotion fuel-saving technologies and a sophisticated Euro6 diesel powertrain.2. Powertrain & Performance Engine & Drive Powered by a 3.0TDI V6 diesel, the SE BlueMotion Tech delivers 204bhp (150kW) at 3,200rpm and 332lbft (450Nm) of torque . Coupled with an 8speed Tiptronic automatic and full-time 4Motion AWD, it ensures smooth power delivery and confident traction. Acceleration & Speed 0-62mph is achieved in around 8.7 seconds, with a top speed near 128mph. Efficiency & Eco Credentials Official combined fuel economy: approximately 42.8mpg, with 37mpg urban and 46mpg extraurban. CO emissions: about 176g/km, aligning with Euro6 standards. BlueMotion Tech features like stop/start, coasting function, and low-resistance tyres help curb fuel use, though real-world figures often hover closer to 30mpg, potentially dipping into the mid-20s in urban driving. 3. Dimensions, Capacity & Capability Size & Dimensions (Top Gear data): Length: 4,801mm Width (inc. mirrors): 2,208mm Height: 1,709mm (1,732mm with roof rails) Wheelbase: 2,893mm. Interior Capacity Boot capacity: 580L with seats up, expanding to up to 1,642L with seats folded Top Gear Honest John. Towing & Payload Figures Kerb weight: ~2,110kg Gross vehicle weight: 2,880kg Max towing (braked): 3,500kg; (unbraked) 750kg Roof load limit: 100kg. Honest John. 4. Design, Build Quality & Dynamics Exterior Styling The facelift brings sharper lines, reworked bumpers, and updated lightingthe bixenon headlamps and LED taillights give it a modern, imposing look Interior & Comfort A solid, well-built cabin with premium materials; seats are broad and supportive with plenty of adjustability. Door closures feel substantial, and overall ergonomics are refined Ride & Handling Notable weight reduction (~200+kg lighter than the previous generation) improves. OUR ADDRESS HEGON HOUSE, ( NEXT TO ACE CAFE ) NORTH CIRCULAR ROAD NW10 7UD