Model Year | 2012 | 2015 | |
Model | Volkswagen Touareg | Audi A8 / S8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 225 hp@3750 407 lb-ft@1750 |
turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 240 hp@3500 428 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,893 mm | 3,122 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,796 mm | 5,268 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,941 mm | 1,948 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,732 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,256 kg | 2,070 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 82 L | 3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 945 mm | -944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,519 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 988 mm | 993 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,440 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 886 mm | 1,090 mm | 885 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,938 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,141 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 909 L | 402 L | 507 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,008 L | 14.2 | -12.2 L |
2012 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 225hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 8-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
More than usual leg room in the rear, even with the front seat all the way back. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |
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