What are the settings on the VW Touareg?
The center console of the 2014 Volkswagen Touareg is dominated by a golfball-sized knob with two settings: “On Road” and “Off Road.” I had a feeling the inquiring minds of Truck Yeah! would be keen to know what it really does, so we had our test Touareg out in the muck for a spot of hooning and an off-road review.
Can a VW Touareg go on Class IV roads?
That doesn’t mean Class IV roads, rutty tracks, and creek crossings would stop the Touareg from having a good time— it’s plenty capable in casual adventuring. Subscribe to our newsletter! If you don’t want to miss out on articles like this, come subscribe to our newsletter!
Is the 2014 Volkswagen Touareg a good truck?
Truck YeahThe trucks are good! The center console of the 2014 Volkswagen Touareg is dominated by a golfball-sized knob with two settings: “On Road” and “Off Road.” I had a feeling the inquiring minds of Truck Yeah! would be keen to know what it really does, so we had our test Touareg out in the muck for a spot of hooning and an off-road review.
Can a VW Touareg TDI drive in water?
We got the Touareg TDI across about fifty yards of river and up to its fog lights in water with no issues whatsoever, including doing three-point turns and stopping to pose for photos. We felt a few moments of slippage, but the Touareg really didn’t seem to mind even the sloppiest shallow water driving.
What kind of gears does the 2014 Touareg have?
It also brings up a neat little display between the main gauges with a picture of the SUV, steering angle, and text “OFF ROAD” to remind you what a badass you must be. The 2014 Touareg does not have low range gears, but with that turbo diesel V6 churning out 406 ft-lbs of torque, you’re hardly short on oomph.
How big is fording depth on 2014 Touareg TDI?
Fording depth is an impressive 22.8″; over two inches more than a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rated for. We got the Touareg TDI across about fifty yards of river and up to its fog lights in water with no issues whatsoever, including doing three-point turns and stopping to pose for photos.
Can a Touareg go on Class IV roads?
Speaking of tires, meatier ones would definitely help the Touareg get through thick stuff, but the maximum articulation and lack of low range will keep them off technical trails. That doesn’t mean Class IV roads, rutty tracks, and creek crossings would stop the Touareg from having a good time— it’s plenty capable in casual adventuring.