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Summary: The 2011 Touareg has loads of features. These are an upgrade of older models. The 2011 model is much lighter and has a curvier look. The hybrid engine really packs a punch.

Volkswagen has come out with the 2011 Touareg, which has more features compared to older versions of the same model. It is also much lighter in weight. This SUV is high on features. The most striking feature of the interiors is a 6.5-inch touch screen DVD system. This is very user friendly and easy to follow. It has a 3-D vision and comes with most key landmarks included. You can download and store upto 18 GB of multimedia of your choice in a 60-GB hard drive. It works in tandem with a 7”, 15:9 aspect ratio, multipurpose screen on the dash set among the various gauges. Contrast, color and brightness for these two screens are adjustable.

The 2011 Touareg is full of quality features such as electronic parking brakes and the digital display showing engine oil level which renders the dipstick obsolete. A start-stop switch on the models which are keyless is a new feature. In models which require a key, it can be turned both ways, either right or left, to start the SUV. The tailgate is electronically controlled and can be automated to lift to a predetermined height in order to prevent scratches in low ceilinged garages. Well illuminated foot wells and doors are also featured in the 2011 Touareg. Four cameras present a 360-degree view of the area around the vehicle. A sunroof offers panoramic views. A parking distance control system is also provided. The bi-xenon headlights feature daytime LED running lights.

First and foremost, the 2011 model features a hybrid engine. Breaking their tradition of using diesel engines, VW is offering a hybrid engine option with this SUV. This uses the TDI engine, developed by VW, and is rated as among the fuel efficient engines available today. This allows customers to afford a good quality, extremely fuel efficient SUV powered by diesel. The 2011 Touareg is offered with a 3.0-liter diesel V-6 engine. This is a 225 HP engine and generates upto 406 pound-feet torque. Another version comes with bigger engine – a 3.6 liter V-6 gas engine. This is has 280 HP and generates 265 pound-feet torque.

In conclusion, the 2011 Touareg has been improved upon from older models. And combined with the hybrid engine, the performance has been enhanced in a big way.