Generation 1, GP, facelift

Volkswagen Touareg Crossover / SUV

11.2006 - 10.2010 · United States

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Volkswagen Touareg, Generation 1, GP, facelift

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Generation 1, GP, facelift

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Volkswagen Touareg, Generation 1, GP, facelift, USA market. This overview covers 4 recorded trim entries associated with this generation (11.2006 - 10.2010). The same trim name may occur in several production periods.

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Overview based on recorded specifications: 4 trim entries.

Seats: 5
Engine codes: AYH, BLE, BWF, BAR, BHK, BHL, BKS, CATA
Engine displacement, cc: 2967–4921
Drive layout: All-wheel drive (4WD)
Transmission: Automatic 6
Wheelbase, mm: 2855
Ground clearance, mm: 212
Fuel: Petrol AI-95, Diesel

Equipment and practical details

Volkswagen Touareg · Generation 1, GP, facelift · USA · 11.2006 - 10.2010. These features occur in different versions of this generation. They are not a shared specification for every car: check the selected trim for the equipment you need and how it operates.

Sliding seats: Space can be shared between rows. Check the seat rails and legroom with the seats in the positions you intend to use.
Air suspension: Check the vehicle after it has been parked and test available adjustments. Confirm which axle has air springs.
Steering-wheel reach adjustment: On a specification with reach adjustment, the distance to the steering wheel can be changed. Check the adjustment range and column lock with the seat in your usual position.
Adaptive cruise control: Check distance controls and available modes. The name alone does not establish stop-and-go capability.

Specifications and technical details

4 versions

3.0 L, 225 hp, diesel, automatic transmission, all-wheel drive (4WD)

BKS, CATA · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive

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3.0 TDI Tiptronic	04.2008 - 10.2010

3.6 L, 280 hp, petrol, automatic transmission, all-wheel drive (4WD)

BHK, BHL · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive

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3.6 FSI Tiptronic	04.2008 - 10.2010

4.2 L, 350 hp, petrol, automatic transmission, all-wheel drive (4WD)

BAR · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive

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4.2 FSI Tiptronic	04.2007 - 11.2009

4.9 L, 310 hp, diesel, automatic transmission, all-wheel drive (4WD)

AYH, BLE, BWF · 6-speed automatic · All-wheel drive

Specification	Production period	Compare
3.0 TDI Tiptronic	04.2007 - 11.2009

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