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2010 Volkswagen Touareg 2 OverviewSource: CarGurus...The TDI is a 3.6-liter six-cylinder diesel that puts out 225 hp and ramps up the torque to 406 lb-ft, and reviewers say it's quite quiet. The Touaregs have six-speed automatic transmissions and permanent four-wheel drive with a low-range gear. The V6 is rated at 14/20 mpg, which has been one of the raps against it. The TDI pushes mileage up to 18/25.Otherwise, the two versions are much the same. They come with 17-inch wheels, though 18- and 19-inchers are optional, and each, VW says, is rated to tow a hefty 7,700 pounds. A power sunroof, trip computer, and heated front seats are standard. The... |
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2010 Volkswagen Touareg Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...automatic climate control with air filtration Auto-dimming rearview mirror Heated front seats Standard 60/40-split backseat Leather-wrapped steering wheel, shift knob and parking brake handle Optional 10-speaker 640-watt audio system Optional navigation system with 30GB hard drive Under the Hood The Touareg is available with either a V-6 gasoline or V-6 diesel engine. All models have a standard six-speed automatic transmission and full-time all-wheel drive. A capable off-roader, the Touareg 2 has features like Hill Rock Back Assist and Hill Descent Assist that aim to make steep slopes more... |
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2010 Volkswagen Touareg OverviewSource: CarGurus...The TDI is a 3.6-liter six-cylinder diesel that puts out 225 hp and ramps up the torque to 406 lb-ft, and reviewers say it's quite quiet. The Touaregs have six-speed automatic transmissions and permanent four-wheel drive with a low-range gear. The V6 is rated at 14/20 mpg, which has been one of the raps against it. The TDI pushes mileage up to 18/25.Otherwise, the two versions are much the same. They come with 17-inch wheels, though 18- and 19-inchers are optional, and each, VW says, is rated to tow a hefty 7,700 pounds. A power sunroof, trip computer, and heated front seats are standard. The... |
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