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Volkswagen Touareg Base (2009) price & specs
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Overview
The 2009 Volkswagen Touareg Base is a four-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Volkswagen Touareg is regarded as a Suv Large Luxury built in Slovakia with prices starting at $75,990 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Touareg is powered by a 3.6L 6-cylinder engine that has 206 kW of power (at 6200 rpm) and 360 Nm of torque (at 2800 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. Volkswagen claims the Touareg Base uses 13.6L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 324g of CO2. It has a 100L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 735km per full tank
The Volkswagen Touareg measures 1726mm (68.0 inches) in height, 4754mm (187.2 inches) in length, 1928mm (75.9 inches) in width with a 2855mm (112.4 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2235kg (4927.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The Touareg Base comes standard with 255/60 R17 front tyres and 255/60 R17 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
The 2009 Volkswagen Touareg Base has a 237mm ground clearance with a 3500kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
56.29 - 98.89 kW/t
56.29 kW/t
186.3 kW/t
Boot Space
500 - 555 litres
249 litres
958 litres
Fuel Efficiency
9.9 - 13.6 L/100km
6.4 L/100km
15.9 L/100km
Price
$64,990 - $134,990
$64,990
$277,800
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 3 years
1 year
7 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Braked Towing Capacity
3,500 kg
1,500 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
28.4 - 33.2°
25.6°
34°
Departure Angle
28.1 - 33.6°
21.1°
33.6°
Ground Clearance Unladen
237 - 300 mm
180 mm
300 mm
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Dimensions
4,754 mm
1,928 mm
1,726 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,754 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,928 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,726 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,855 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,600 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Touareg Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 6.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 3.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 3.0
CO2 Level (Combined): 324
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 89.0
Engine (cc): 3597
Compression Ratio: 12.0
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 3.6
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 96.5
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 26.4
Main Capacity (L): 100
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 22.0
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 7.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 13.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 21
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 17
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 13.6
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.7
Maximum Speed (km/h): 218
Maximum Speed (mph): 135
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 280
Maximum Power (kW): 206
Maximum Torque (Nm): 360
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2800
Differential Lock
Location: Centre
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Selection: Manual
Speed Limited Manual Only: yes
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Centre
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Easy Entry: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Front Operation: Automatic
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 106
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 106
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Locking Wheel Nuts: yes
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Locking Wheel Nuts: yes
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: SUV
Platform Code: Pl71
Wheelbase Type: Short
Mud Flaps
Front Mud Flaps Location: Front
Rear Mud Flaps Location: Rear
Trailer Towing Preparation
Trailer Hitch: yes
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 55.4
Rear Seat Down (L): 1570
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 19.6
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 555
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 11600
Front Track (in): 64.9
Front Track (mm): 1649
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 9.3
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 237
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 38.1
Overall Height (in): 68.0
Overall Height (mm): 1726
Overall Length (in): 187.2
Overall Length (mm): 4754
Overall Width (in): 75.9
Overall Width (mm): 1928
Rear Track (in): 65.6
Rear Track (mm): 1665
Wheelbase (in): 112.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2855
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.7
Front Headroom (mm): 1008
Rear Headroom (in): 38.9
Rear Headroom (mm): 987
Front Hip Room (in): 59.2
Front Hip Room (mm): 1504
Rear Hip Room (in): 59.3
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1505
Front Leg Room (in): 35.4
Front Leg Room (mm): 898
Rear Leg Room (in): 26.4
Rear Leg Room (mm): 671
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 28.4
Departure Angle: 28.1
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Quad
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
External Colour: Black
Type: Gloss
Roof Rails
Colour: Chrome/Silver
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 7716
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2235
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4927
Audio System
Brand Name: Other
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Boot Capacity: 6
Location: Boot
Boot Media Type: CD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
MP3 Devices Connection: yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Manufacturer'S Own
Number of Speakers: 10
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Location: Single Rear Middle
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 6
Number of Memorised Passenger Seat Positions: 6
Adjustment Settings: 3
Wheel Position: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood Or Woodlook
Doors: Wood Or Woodlook
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Wood Or Woodlook
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Air Conditioning
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Rear Outlet: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
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