Volkswagen Touareg facelift 2023 – new IQ.Light HD LED headlights, backlit logos, 3.0L V6 engine
Five years after its first launch, Volkswagen Touareg third generation was finally given a face tightening bring an updated design as well as change the device. Priced from 69,200 euros (RM342,723), the order book for the full-size SUV will open in Germany starting May 25, 2023.
As part of the facelift, the Touareg’s grille has been reshaped to further emphasize the vehicle’s width and combined with new IQ.Light HD LED matrix headlights that total 38,432 micro LEDs. Each headlamp assembly contains three modules, with the outer assembly containing 16 LEDs for ambient lighting and an additional main beam.
The actual HD matrix module in the middle has 19,200 individually controllable LEDs allowing various lighting functions to be performed, while the inner module is a reflector for corner lighting functions. static and dynamic as well as bad weather lighting.
Along with the modules, each headlight features three L-shaped LED elements that act as daytime running lights. To complete the light show up front, there’s a strip of lights extending from either side of the central Volkswagen logo, accompanied by crossbars finished in chrome or gloss black depending on variant or package. selected design.
To attract even more attention, the bottom air intakes are much larger than the pre-renovation model. The area is finished in gloss black on Touareg models with R-Line trim with the Black Style Pack as well as the R eHybrid variant, while chrome details are applied on the R-Line Elegance trim. and usual.
Moving to the rear, the Touareg has a new light bar that extends through the rear door to connect to the taillights, each with six L-shaped LEDs. The SUV is also the brand’s first model to be produced in Europe. Europe has a glowing red Volkswagen logo. Completing the exterior changes are a new design of 19- to 21-inch alloy wheels – the R eHybrid has the option of 22-inch Estoril wheels.
Inside, the Touareg is the same, and there’s the Enhanced Cockpit as standard, meaning you’ll get a 12-inch digital instrument cluster and a 15-inch touchscreen. However, the infotainment system has been updated to offer HD high-resolution map data, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support, and improved voice control.
Other changes include redesigned lighting trim on the dashboard, high-gloss black finishes for the buttons and volume dial on the center console, and increased charging from ports. USB-C (now 45 watts instead of 15 watts). Volkswagen also offers a windshield display and a 730-watt Dynaudio sound system as cost options.
The new Touareg will be launched with five powertrain versions, all powered by a 3.0-liter V6 engine. The first is a turbocharged petrol engine delivering 340 PS (335 hp or 250 kW), followed by two diesel engine options making 231 PS (228 hp or 170 kW) and 286 PS (282 hp). force or 210 kW).
The other two powertrains are plug-in hybrids with an electric motor branded ‘eHybrid’ and delivering 381 PS (375 hp or 280 kW) in the Touareg eHybrid or 462 PS (456 hp or 340 kW). in the returned version. Touareg R eHybrid. All powertrains come standard with an eight-speed automatic transmission and 4Motion permanent all-wheel drive. As before, users will have on-road and off-road driving modes to rotate through which to adjust vehicle parameters or can control each mode individually.
Volkswagen also revised the standard and optional air suspension with new components and improved control systems for greater comfort and agility. A new roof load sensor has also been added that can detect roof boxes and adjust electronic stability control accordingly, while performance tires are now available as an option.
Driver assistance systems offered to the Touareg include Front Assist (automatic emergency braking), Park Assist/Park Assist Plus, Lane Keeping Assist, Dynamic Traffic Sign Display, Cruise Assist (adaptive cruise control), Area View (360 degree camera), Trailer Assist and Night Vision.
2023 Volkswagen Touareg R-Line renewed
2023 Volkswagen Touareg Elegance upgraded version
2023 Volkswagen Touareg R eHybrid renewed
