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.
