Volkswagen Touareg R-Line coming to Malaysia; here are 5 things you need to know

Get ready for a new addition to Malaysia's SUV landscape - the Volkswagen Touareg. Yes, that’s correct! The German automaker is up for bringing back the Touareg in its latest form introduced globally in May 2023. It will be offered in the sporty R-Line trim locally. 

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia, the official distributor of Volkswagen cars in Malaysia, has started accepting registrations of interest for the facelifted version of the third-gen Touareg. However, there is no information yet available on its launch timeline. So, while we wait, it’s a wise move to take a closer look at the upcoming Touareg R-Line. 

Volkswagen Touareg R-Line: 5 things to know

IQ.LIGHT HD matrix headlights

The Touareg will come equipped with the brand’s newly developed IQ. LIGHT HD matrix headlights, touted as one of the best lighting systems in the world. The new lighting system has more than 38,000 interactive LEDs projecting a light carpet onto the driving lane and illuminating the road more precisely.

The glare-free high beam feature of the system allows for the continuous use of the main beam outside urban areas. This is made possible by the interactive LEDs, ensuring a more precise masking area for oncoming traffic and vehicles ahead than ever before.

Automatic self-levelling air suspension 

The SUV will also come with an automatic self-levelling air suspension, promising optimal comfort on any road. The said suspension system adjusts the vehicle's ground clearance to 258 mm depending on the driving mode. Additionally, the rear of the vehicle can be lowered by 40 mm to facilitate easy loading or unloading.

Dynaudio Consequence Sound System 

The local-spec Volkswagen Touareg will also offer occupants the ambiance of a mobile concert hall with its DYNAUDIO Consequence sound system. The system delivers a resounding 730W of audio richness with 7.1 Dolby Surround Sound from 14 strategically placed loudspeakers throughout the interior. It includes four treble loudspeakers, two mid-range loudspeakers, four bass loudspeakers, and two effect loudspeakers in the rear. Complementing this immersive experience is a centre loudspeaker in the front and a subwoofer in the luggage compartment. 

3.0TSI V6 engine

VPCM has confirmed that the upcoming SUV will come powered by a 3.0-litre TSI V6 engine, which is tuned to generate a maximum power of 340 PS and a peak torque of 450 Nm. The power is sent to the wheels via an eight-speed automatic transmission and 4Motion permanent all-wheel drive system.

IQ.DRIVE with advanced Night Vision

As for safety, the Touareg will come loaded with the IQ.DRIVE suite, which simplifies the tasks of driving and provides a smarter driving experience. The IQ.DRIVE technologies include -

• Travel Assist for assisted driving up to the maximum speed
• Adaptive Cruise Control maintaining a previously set maximum speed and preset distance to the vehicle in front
• Front Assist augmenting safety with forward collision warning and emergency braking
• Active Blind Spot Monitor providing alerts for vehicles in your blind spot
• Rear Traffic Alert providing alerts for approaching traffic while reversing.
• Emergency Assist activating emergency braking in case of driver unresponsiveness.
• Lane Assist aiding in maintaining lane discipline for a safer driving experience.

For an extra layer of safety on nocturnal travels, the SUV also features an advanced Night Vision system for enhanced assistance during nighttime drives.

That’s a wrap for now. For further updates on the upcoming Volkswagen Touareg, stay tuned with us.

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