The new Touran- World premiere

The Touran is Germany's most successful compact MPV. It’s a highly versatile companion for all journeys, characterised by an impressive use of space and meticulous attention to detail throughout. Volkswagen is now launching a new generation; completely re-conceptualised version of this popular all-rounder, which has already hit sales of some 1.9 million units in Europe, Asia and Africa.

Ten key facts about the new Touran:

1.      The completely redeveloped Touran is the first MPV to be based on the Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB)

2.      Advantage of MQB: it was possible to pass on almost the full increase in overall vehicle length (+ 130 mm) to the wheelbase (+ 113 mm)

3.      Longer wheelbase increases the amount of room inside the Touran (including an extra 48 litres luggage space in 5-seater)

4.      Five-seater version of the Touran has the biggest luggage compartment (1,040 litres) in its class (when loaded roof high up to 2nd seat row)

5.      Despite significant gain in overall length, weight has been reduced by 62 kg

6.      Newly developed fold-flat seat system in 5-seater or 7-seater MPV is highly versatile and extremely easy to configure

7.      Up to 47 storage compartments and new Pure Air Climatronic system make the 5-seater and 7-seater Touran perfect for everyday use

8.      New spectrum of infotainment systems; MirrorLink™, CarPlay (Apple) and Android Auto (Google) featured for first time

9.      The new Touran boasts the biggest range of assistance and comfort systems in its class

10.    TSI and TDI engines up to 19 per cent* more economical; Touran 1.6 TDI with DSG consumes just 4.1 l/100 km*

Dr Heinz-Jakob Neußer, Board Member for development of the Volkswagen brand, says: “The new Touran is the first multi-variable MPV to be built on the Modular Transverse Matrix (MQB) basis developed by Volkswagen. This brings many advantages as far as design and construction are concerned – including, for example, much more powerful-looking exterior proportions and a distinctive long wheelbase with very short body overhangs enabling us to achieve a ground breaking use of space.”

At the same time, Volkswagen has succeeded in reducing the weight of the new Touran, as it has already done with other MQB-based models. “And that is despite a 130 mm increase in the overall vehicle length as well as greater demands on safety and comfort,” says Dr Neußer. “We saved up to 62 kg in weight compared with the predecessor.” This weight reduction was achieved through the use of innovative lightweight construction technologies in the drive systems and bodywork.

Up to 19 per cent* lower fuel consumption. The reduction in weight results directly in a drop in fuel consumption. The same is true of the excellent aerodynamics. According to Dr Neußer, “We have succeeded in reducing the drag coefficient to 0.296, an exceptionally good result for a family MPV.” In addition to this, the new or refined and more powerful turbocharged engines contribute to making the 2015 Touran one of the most sustainable and agile MPVs on the market. This is because the engines, three petrol (81kW / 110 PS, 110 kW / 150 PS, 132 kW / 180 PS) and three diesel (81 kW / 110 PS, 110 kW / 150 PS, 140 kW / 190 PS), are now up to 19 per cent* more economical. The most fuel-efficient diesel model, the 110 PS Touran 1.6 TDI with 7-speed DSG, uses only 4.1 l/100 km*.

“A seven-seater MPV like the new Touran 1.6 TDI with 110 PS that consumes a mere 4 litres per 100 km may well be considered a milestone in sustainability,” says Dr Neußer. The most economical petrol-driven model is the Touran 1.4 TSI, which delivers 150 PS while achieving an average fuel consumption of 5.4 l/100 km* when combined with the optional 7-speed dual clutch gearbox. All models feature Stop/Start and battery regeneration (brake energy recuperation) systems as standard.