2018 Volkswagen VW Touareg 3 / T-Prime Concept GTE - Preview, In-Depth Look

[@gregorytrane7828]

A former BMW owner for many years I moved to VW because after leasing and finally buying one I have now realized that the value they offer trumps status and cache. They also handle like BMW's use to do years ago. I'm completely satisfied with them and will look foward to the new generation of their offerings.

[@DripExplains]

Which beamer did you drive and which vw do you drive now?

[@gregorytrane7828]

I owned Beemers from 2000 on in every iteration except the 7 series which I also drove in every generation since 2000 as well. I have had a lot of disposable income and was able to do this. Before that in the 1990's I drove extensively the e-30 and e-36 which I loved dearly for their sportiness and handling and lightness and nimbleness. I drive the gulf and the gulf based Tiquan and it's a joy! I had an BMW X-6, before this, and while I liked the looks, it got tiresome to drive and always felt too heavy, especially after owning it several years. Unless things change significantly with the company's present business model concept, this will probably be the last Beemer I will own. The Tiquan really handles and drives nimble. It is great on fuel economy and goes through snow as well as any Beemer I've owned. I love that 200 plus H.P. petrol engine as well. The transmission is a nice fit that complements the engine. I feel however the VW GTI with the autobahn package is the most exciting car I've driven in years and may purchase one as my summer vehicle. I really love these VW's and plan to stay with them.

[@DripExplains]

Gregory Trane thanks for the response! Have you driven the Touareg?

[@gregorytrane7828]

Yes I have and for the money it's ok and has a nicer interior than more expensive SUV's because it doesn't look too busy inside but still adds a luxurious feel and look. However, it's just not my kind of vehicle anymore because I prefer the smaller more nimble vehicles for the daily joy of driving.

[@rolandoatienza8363]

Absolutely right!!

[@rogergrenier4828]

Nice and useful presentation!

[@hedydd2]

Very very nice. As a former owner of an Audi Q7 and before that a Range Rover, BMW X5 and Mercedes ML, this interior design is outstanding. I'm glad that they will use proper keys that you can find by feel, rather than flat touch-sensitive ones though. While blister switches and smartphone-type switches are OK for some installations and for the touchscreen infotainment system, we do need switches on the steering wheel and doors that can be found and used by feel only. I hope they build quality and longevity into these cars, don't cheat, and train their dealers not to uplift service costs by selling superfluous services and parts, like replacing brake pads and discs that are only one-third worn. Some of us really will not put up with such dishonest practice. They potentially have a car here that could take a considerable slice of the market.

[@pauliroha5506]

For me, I want VW to retain the side mirror design for Touareg 2 for all models and perhaps introduce the concept of auto dimming for side mirrors at night or an auto reflective side mirrors

[@KRATOS7514]

best looking volkswagen concept cool design.

[@cathydifede8077]

great looking car, how about an 8 cylinder to make it more powerful

[@ram64man]

forget GTE, this car would be a sure winner if VW decide to put a 85 kw battery powertrain in attached to a 255hp twin motor setup, I would take VW touareg mk 3 ev over tesla model x any day

[@marivaldodebritosantos405]

Carros de linha muitos bonitos

[@playmovingpictures]

Hi I would expect Apple play and a great B&O stereo or Bose or Boston. Would also like to see upgradable sports and Awd chips or have installed factory so better than last model. Like faster smoother and tuffer. Also find my car if stollen perhaps lock thief in and call cops.

[@kababrutal]

I like zis car

[@khd8667]

they better get new name

[@Oness2024]

KHD mate Touareg is the best suv in the Road

[@janrasing9335]

Kamera läuft.

[@yuriybindas2882]

What a studding concept!. I don't expect the production version to be even half as nice on the inside :/.

[@sowzoaz7549]

Zuauıatra

[@zemeosa]

Very unprofessional....wasted so much time on the dash board or display. A beautiful design from VW.

[@Walter-hg2nr]

Doesn't look like German !!!! Look like Mitsubishi!!!! Don't buy VW in these days it's so unreliable

[@raymondallo9947]

Thiz iz a very nize car. I can see that they will ruin the production model instead of doing the concept model. Just look at the Atlas

[@MrShelange]

china made VW how come?

[@zabfe1421]

please man take some english classes...

[@Abdullahidahire]

ZABFE his English is ok for a second language I enjoy his reviews

[@zabfe1421]

abdullahi dahir nah man it is not ok when you are gonna broadcast a video on KZbin that is going to be watched by thousands of people around the world...

[@chiwaawaaa]

His English is probably better than ur German.