The first generation Volkswagen Touran was brought to the market March 14, 2003. Built on the same platform as the Golf, the Touran is a cross between a station wagon and a compact MPV, measuring over 4.40 meters long with plenty of space on board.

Indeed, the model offers to seven places, with a 695-litre boot in a five-seater configuration, which can reach 1,989 liters if the three second-row seats are removed, each weighing just 17 kilograms. In the seven-seater configuration, the trunk drops to 121 liters.

Volkswagen Touran: iconic family model

To meet the needs of its customers, a wide range of engines from 90 to 170 horsepower was offered. In addition to the TSI gasoline engines and TDI diesel engines, an EcoFuel model that runs on natural gas (CNG) is also offered.

There was a model restyling in 2007and version CrossTouran was launched on this occasion to beat the wave of crossovers with 12mm ground clearance, raw plastic wing extensions, bright colors and specific polished rims. in 2010 yearthere has been a deeper evolution with revised styling for even more modernity.

on spring of 2015, after 1.9 million units were sold, the second generation Touran was born: it is based on the Volkswagen MQB platform, like the Golf VII. The model is approximately 13 cm longer and 3 cm wider than the previous generation, with a wheelbase of 2.79 meters, which improves life on board. The trunk offers a volume from 743 to 1980 liters, and there are no less than 47 places for storing things on board.

Volkswagen Touran: full of technology

According to the times, the Touran II is equipped many built-in technologiessuch as LED headlights, three-zone air conditioning or many driving assistance systems: adaptive cruise control, Front Assist, traffic jam assistance, proactive passenger protection, rear side assist or Trailer Assist for relief. maneuver the trailer.

The car’s built-in infotainment system is now compatible with Apple Car Play and Android Auto, and under the hood, new powertrains range from 110 to 180 horsepower in the TSI petrol and 110 to 190 horsepower in the TDI diesel.

To date, the Volkswagen Touran has been sold in total over 2.6 million copies throughout its career: it is one of the best-selling multi-purpose vehicles in the world.