What is the difference between the Touareg X and the Touareg?
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The differences between the Touareg and the Touareg X are: the maximum trunk volume is different: the maximum trunk volume of the Touareg is 2415L; the maximum trunk volume of the Touareg X is 1719L. The dimensions are different: the length, width, and height of the Touareg are 5039mm, 1989mm, and 1773mm respectively; the length, width, and height of the Touareg X are 4905mm, 1989mm, and 1719mm respectively. Taking the Touareg 2021 330TSI two-wheel-drive luxury version as an example, its length, width, and height are 5052mm, 1989mm, and 1773mm respectively, with a wheelbase of 2980mm, and the body type is a 5-door 7-seat SUV. The Touareg and Touareg X use the same powertrain and chassis, but there are some differences in design: the tail of the Touareg X is designed with a rear-sloping style, while the tail of the Touareg has a traditional design. The Touareg and Touareg X are equipped with three engines: a low-power version of the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, a high-power version of the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, and a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine.
The biggest difference between the Touareg X and the regular Touareg lies in their body design. The Touareg X features a sleek fastback silhouette, with a more slanted and sporty rear end that resembles a coupe, while the standard Touareg maintains a conventional, boxy SUV shape. Additionally, the Touareg X has a slightly shorter body length. Although the wheelbase is the same, rear headroom is somewhat reduced, which might feel a bit cramped for taller passengers in the back, though front-seat space remains unaffected. In terms of driving dynamics, the Touareg X offers better stability in corners due to its lower center of gravity, making it more appealing to driving enthusiasts. Price-wise, the Touareg X is slightly more expensive as it comes with additional sporty accessories. Having driven a friend's car, I found the regular Touareg more suitable for family trips with its ample luggage space, while the Touareg X is ideal for weekend joyrides. Both models share the same engine and similar fuel consumption, so the choice ultimately comes down to aesthetics and practicality preferences.
I test drove both the Touareg and Touareg X, and felt that their powertrains were pretty much identical, both equipped with the same turbocharged engine, delivering similar output and acceleration. However, the Touareg X has a stiffer chassis tuning, resulting in fewer vibrations when driving on rough city roads, and it handles more smoothly due to its reduced wind resistance from the body design. The standard Touareg has a softer suspension, making it more comfortable over bumps and better suited for long-distance travel. In terms of practicality, the Touareg has a larger trunk, capable of fitting five or six large suitcases, while the Touareg X has a smaller rear window and a shallower trunk, making it difficult to even fit a large dog. For interior space, the Touareg X offers more room in the front seats but feels cramped in the rear, whereas the standard Touareg provides more reasonable space throughout the cabin. I think when choosing, younger drivers might prefer the sporty style of the Touareg X, while family users would definitely opt for the Touareg for its practicality and cost-effectiveness.
