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Overview
The 2006 Volkswagen Touareg Base is a four-wheel drive, 5-door Sport Utility Vehicle that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The Volkswagen Touareg is regarded as a large SUV built in Germany with prices starting at $129,990 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Touareg is powered by a 4.2L 8-cylinder engine that has 228 kW of power (at 6200 rpm) and 410 Nm of torque (at 3000 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 100L fuel 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 2320kg (5114.7 lbs) of unladen weight. The Touareg Base comes standard with 255/60 R18 front tyres and 255/60 R18 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
The 2006 Volkswagen Touareg Base has a 237mm ground clearance with a 3500kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
56.89 - 98.28 kW/t
56.89 kW/t
136.21 kW/t
Boot Space
500 - 555 litres
249 litres
555 litres
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km - Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 - 3 years
1 year
6 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,510 - 3,120 kg
2,380 kg
3,125 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
3,500 kg
1,800 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
28.4 - 33.2°
26°
33.2°
Departure Angle
28.1 - 33.6°
22.3°
33.6°
Ground Clearance Unladen
237 - 300 mm
190 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 |
| Load Capacity | 190 mm |
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Engine
Bore Engine: 84.5
Engine (cc): 4172
Compression Ratio: 11
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 4.2
Number of Cylinders: 8
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 5
Stroke Engine: 93
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 26.4
Main Capacity (L): 100
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ECE 99/100 Combined (L/100km): 14.5
ECE 99/100 Combined (mpg): 16
ECE 99/100 Country Highway (L/100km): 11.1
ECE 99/100 Country Highway (mpg): 21
ECE 99/100 Standard: Ece 99/100
ECE 99/100 Urban (L/100km): 20.3
ECE 99/100 Urban (mpg): 12
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.1
Maximum Speed (km/h): 218
Maximum Speed (mph): 135
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 310
Maximum Power (kW): 228
Maximum Torque (Nm): 410
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3000
Differential Lock
Location: Center
Drive
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Selection: Manual
Dual Range Transmission
4wd Low High Low Transfer Selection: 4wd Low
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Center
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
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
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 255
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8
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
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): 65.4
Rear Track (mm): 1661
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
Body Style
Body Type: Sport Utility Vehicle
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Sport Utility Vehicle
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Bumpers: yes
Bright Chrome Trim on Side of Body: yes
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
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Bi-Xenon
Lens Type: Projector Beam
Paint
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
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
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2510
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 5534
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2320
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 5115
Antenna
Type: Diversity
Audio System
Disc Autochanger: yes
Autochanger Disc Capacity: 6
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Boot Capacity: 6
Location: Boot
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 10
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Load Restraint
Type: net
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Remote Control
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Wood/Woodgrain
Doors: Wood/Woodgrain
Gear Selector: Wood & Leather
Instrument Panel: Wood/Woodgrain
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Fixed
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Location: Rear
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
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