[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-touareg-the-most-advanced-vw-ever-due-this-summer\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-touareg-the-most-advanced-vw-ever-due-this-summer\/","headline":"New Touareg: the “most advanced VW ever” due this summer","name":"New Touareg: the “most advanced VW ever” due this summer","description":"There\u2019s a new Touareg on the way and VW has released a raft of details on its new flagship SUV ahead of its arrival this summer. VW are touting the third-gen Touareg as its most technologically advanced model ever. Not just the most advanced Touareg, but the brand\u2019s claim is that no other VW in history will boast this level of technological prowess. Introducing the \u2018the Innovision Cockpit\u2019 One key weapon in achieving this is the introduction of what VW […]","datePublished":"2018-03-23","dateModified":"2018-12-05","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/#Person","name":"Isabelle Lawrence","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/author\/isabelle-lawrence\/","identifier":30,"description":"Max Wheeler is a leading motoring journalist and classic car specialist at Smart Motoring, renowned for his sharp insight and infectious passion for all things automotive. With years of experience covering motoring news, supercars, and the enduring legacy of classic cars, Max brings stories to life with style and authority. Whether it\u2019s the roar of a Lamborghini, the elegance of an Aston Martin DB5, or the cultural impact of vintage motoring icons, he delivers expert commentary that inspires enthusiasts and collectors alike. Dedicated to celebrating the heritage and future of driving, Max Wheeler is your trusted voice for classic car news and beyond.","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/8d331506e3c530b5ec4930c30a01ed8cc29b0537227573ae5da98f559e681401?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Smart Motoring","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/smart-motoring_news_logo_g-e1765846726493.webp","width":600,"height":60}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/NewTouaregSideFeatureImage.jpg","url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/NewTouaregSideFeatureImage.jpg","height":520,"width":1200},"url":"https:\/\/smart-motoring.com\/latest-news\/new-touareg-the-most-advanced-vw-ever-due-this-summer\/","about":["4x4 Cars","Concepts","LATEST CAR NEWS","NEW RELEASES","Volkswagen"],"wordCount":324,"keywords":["Touareg","volkswagen","volkswagen touareg","vw","VW Touareg"],"articleBody":"There\u2019s a new Touareg on the way and VW has released a raft of details on its new flagship SUV ahead of its arrival this summer.VW are touting the third-gen Touareg as its most technologically advanced model ever.Not just the most advanced Touareg, but the brand\u2019s claim is that no other VW in history will boast this level of technological prowess.Introducing the \u2018the Innovision Cockpit\u2019One key weapon in achieving this is the introduction of what VW calls \u2018the Innovision Cockpit\u2019. A fully digitalised cabin that merges a 12-inch and 15-inch display to form a digital operating, information, communication and entertainment unit. This almost entirely does away with conventional buttons or switches.VW says the controls will be intuitive and allow drivers \u2018maximum personalisation\u2019 of their dashboard.In short, the Innovision Cockpit is \u2018the blueprint for tomorrow’s digital interior today\u2019.Assistance, handling and\u00a0comfort systems explainedAside from the futuristic interior, the Touareg will push things forward by integrating the widest range of assistance, handling and comfort systems ever seen in a Volkswagen. This will include features such as:Night vision detection systemRoadwork lane assistFront cross traffic assistActive all-wheel steeringNew roll stabilisation with electromechanically controlled anti-roll barsLED matrix headlightsWindshield head-up display with vital details like current speed projected directly onto the windscreen.Size-wise, the new Touareg will be slightly wider and longer, resulting in a more spacious interior and a larger 810-litre boot (previously 697).Despite the upsize, the car is actually 106kg lighter due to its mixed material construction of aluminium (48 per cent) and high-tech steels (52 per cent).Under the bonnet, you can expect one of two V6 diesels with 227bhp and 282bhp respectively.Certain markets have been promised a 335bhp V6 petrol and a 415bhp V8 turbodiesel, while China will get a 361bhp plug-in hybrid.What do you think of the new Touareg? 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