Tuesday, May 18, 2010
2011 Volkswagen Tourage Hybrid is New Technologies VW BlueMotion.
2011 Volkswagen Tourage Hybrid is New Technologies VW BlueMotion.
2011 Volkswagen Tourage Hybrid is New Technologies VW BlueMotion.
In a press release about the new technologies Volkswagen BlueMotion, the company announced that it will display the TSI Touareg V6 Hybrid prototype at the Geneva Motor Show 2009. VW will follow up with the concept of the production model. When entering production in 2010, it will be the world's first hybrid SUV has a 3.5 metric tons (about 7700 lbs) towing capacity.
Power for the 'ute will come from a new 3.0-liter supercharged V-6 is similar to the one at the launch of 2010 Audi S4 and A6. In the Touareg will make 245 hp. V-6 will be joined by a 51 hp electric motor located between the eight-speed transmission and engine. Power to electric motors will come from high-voltage battery is located behind the rear Axel.
When power is most needed, improving hybrid mode feature that employs both electric motors and machinery to provide as much as 550 Nm (406 lb-ft) of torque. On the other hand, for driving more efficient, electric motor can push the Touareg will be emissions-free at speeds of up to 31 mph. Hybrid Touareg will also take advantage of regenerative braking and automatic start / stop technology to keep fuel efficiency. VW estimates a hybrid SUV will average around 26 mpg.
