The wheel. Reinvented.
Well, perhaps not the wheel but virtually everything that surrounds it. The 2012 Touareg is luxury with an edge, making it so much more than an SUV. It’s power and quiet refinement, functionality and versatility, and most importantly it’s the ability to feel at home on any road – from the busy city to the quiet countryside. The engineering team in Germany worked diligently to redesign the Touareg, and what they present to you is a very sophisticated result. A completely redesigned interior space that understands that passengers, as well as drivers, deserve preferential treatment. Proactive safety features, like Intelligent Crash Response System which automatically unlocks all doors, disconnects the battery terminal from the starter, shuts off the fuel supply and turns on the warning hazards and interior lights when a severe crash is detected. There’s also a standard navigation system with an ample 8" screen, an 8-way power driver and passenger comfort seat system and an available automatic tailgate that opens and closes simply by pressing a button. This is just a mere sampling of all the innovative thinking and craftsmanship that went into the Touareg – not just redesigned, but totally reinvented.
Innovative technology,at your service
The all-new Touareg is fully loaded with all the technology features to make your driving experience not only safer but also more enjoyable. There are driver-friendly functions like the electronic parking brake which can be set and released with the touch of a finger, Tire Pressure Monitoring System which notifies you immediately if any tire is losing air, auto-dimming interior mirror and 4MOTION® all-wheel drive system with Torsen differential, giving you a 31-degree climbing angle and stability on any type of ground service. You’ll also find a touch-screen navigation system with 3-D landmarks and available rearview camera, so you know what’s behind, as well as what’s up ahead. A multifunction steering wheel to keep power and control at your fingertips and available power remote rear seats that fold with the touch of a button for total cargo f lexibility. The all-new Touareg boasts a multitude of premium features that are designed to exceed expectations, but then again, when it comes to our luxury SUV, exceeding expectations is expected.

Full 8-speed ahead
The all-new reshaped Touareg is lighter than its predecessor – a giant leap in design engineering – giving you improved aerodynamics and higher fuel efficiency. Speaking of leaps, both the TDI Clean Diesel and 3.6 FSI gas engines now come equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic®. More gears reduce engine speed for better fuel economy, which in turn contributes to fewer emissions. But with these impressive engines, efficiency doesn’t have to come at the expense of power. The all-new Touareg delivers better overall on-road performance and very competent off-road capabilities – because you never know where your sense of adventure could take you next.
Think Blue with the Touareg
Making small changes in our everyday lives to help protect the environment is the foundation of Think Blue. Everyone can help in his or her own way to become a more efficient and eco-friendly driver. It may come as a surprise, but fuel consumption can be drastically reduced just by changing a few driving habits. But that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice pleasure or comfort. With the help of our innovative technologies and low-emission products, you can become a more environmentally-friendly, fuel-friendly, and wallet-friendly driver. And that’s good for everyone.
BlueMotion Technologies
BlueMotion™ Technologies isn’t just a single technology, it’s a range of innovations designed to help the environment and to help you get more out of your driving experience. We’re deeply committed to improving every aspect of our vehicles. From improved transmissions and better aerodynamics to weight-reduction technologies that lead to drastically reduced fuel consumption and CO2 emissions. Here is an innovative technology that makes the Touareg more efficient.
TDI – Clean Diesel is the new way of driving diesel. “Clean Diesel” encompasses two things: engine technology that reduces emissions to extremely low levels, and the ultra-low sulphur diesel fuel now available at pumps across the country. As for “TDI”, it stands for Turbocharged Direct Injection, a technologically advanced step in the right direction. The turbocharger supplies the engine with pressurized fresh air for maximum efficiency during cylinder charging. After compression, clean diesel fuel is injected straight into the cylinders at very high pressure. This results in outstanding fuel economy, low emissions and torque to spare. And with engine noise and vibration drastically reduced with more effective engine encapsulation, the old telltale sound of a diesel engine has been reduced to a mere whisper.