The VW Touareg R50 for 100,230 euros

Recently, it has put on sale a new variant of Touareg called R50. Various aesthetic elements outside and inside and various changes in the V10 TDI turbodiesel engine 5.0 distinguish this version from other variants.

The VW Touareg R50 for 100,230 euros

The VW Touareg R50 for 100,230 euros

The VW Touareg R50 for 100,230 euros

The VW Touareg R50 for 100,230 euros

Coinciding with the Madrid Motor Show 2008, Volkswagen has begun marketing in June a new variant of Touareg named R50. At first glance, we soon realize that it is a distinct version of the other versions, and this can be seen through various aesthetic details abroad. We appreciate modifications to the bumpers, front grille, wheel arches and side skirts.

On the other hand, R50 logo It is clearly visible on the front grille and at the rear. Nail alloy wheels 21 inches in diameter mounted on tires of size 295/35 also bring its sporty touch to the Touareg R50. Meanwhile, in the passenger compartment modifications only focus on a sporty seats, equipped with electric adjustment and heating.


The VW Touareg R50 accelerates from 0 to 100 km / h in 6.7 seconds; the maximum speed is at 235 km / h, while the average fuel consumption is estimated at 11.9 l / 100 km.

In the mechanical section, the VW Touareg R50 engine part 5.0 V10 TDI 313 hp, but with a series of changes that have caused an increase in power (350 hp) And the torque passing of 76.5 mkg to 86.7 mkg (750 Nm to 850 Nm). What does not vary is the type of gearbox, as the R50 mounted automatic six-speed transmission Tiptronic.

The brakes are another technical elements that vary in the R50 compared to other versions. In the front axle are mounted a ventilated discs 368 mm, while in the back are a ventilated discs 358 mm.