Volkswagen Touran#Mk1

{{Infobox automobile

| name = First generation

| image = Volkswagen Golf Touran GLi.jpg

| alt = Front-three-quarter view of a five-door car with a raised roofline, flush headlights, front foglamps, door mirrors with integrated turning indicator lights, alloy wheels, and bars for attaching a roof rack

| aka =

| production = 2003–2015

| assembly = {{ubl |Germany: Wolfsburg |China: Anting (SAIC-VW)|Indonesia: Jakarta (National Assemblers){{cite web |title=Indonesia: Volkswagen To Launch Local Assembly, Likely of Touran and Golf Plus |publisher=Insideline.com |date=2009-05-12 |url= http://www.insideline.com/volkswagen/golf/indonesia-volkswagen-to-launch-local-assembly-likely-of-touran-and-golf-plus.html |access-date=2010-11-01}} }}

| designer =

| platform = Volkswagen Group A5 (PQ35)

| related = Volkswagen Golf Mk5
Volkswagen Golf Mk6
Volkswagen Golf Plus
Volkswagen Caddy Mk3

| engine = Petrol and CNG engines
1.2 L I4 TSI (2010–2015)
1.4 L I4 TSI (2007–2015)
1.4 L I4 TSI EcoFuel (2009–2015)
1.6 L I4 (2003–2010)
1.6 L I4 FSI (2003–2006)
1.8 L I4 20V Turbo (2005–2008; China)
2.0 L I4 8V (China)
2.0 L I4 FSI (2003–2006)
2.0 L I4 EcoFuel (2006–2009)
Diesel engines
1.6 L I4 TDI (2010–2015)
1.9 L I4 TDI (2003–2010)
2.0 L I4 TDI (2003–2015)

| transmission = 5-speed manual
6-speed manual
7/6 speed DSG

| wheelbase = {{convert|2680|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| length = 2003–2006: {{convert|4389|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}{{cite web|url=http://www.autoevolution.com/cars/volkswagen-touran-2003.html#aeng_volkswagen-touran-2003-14-tsi|title=VOLKSWAGEN Touran - 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006}}
2006–2010: {{convert|4409|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}{{cite web|url=http://www.autoevolution.com/cars/volkswagen-touran-2006.html#aeng_volkswagen-touran-ii-2006-14-tsi-140-hp|title=VOLKSWAGEN Touran - 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010}}
2010–2015: {{convert|4397|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}{{cite web|url=http://www.autoevolution.com/cars/volkswagen-touran-2010.html#aeng_volkswagen-touran-2010-12-tsi|title=VOLKSWAGEN Touran - 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015}}

| width = 2003–2006: {{convert|1791|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
2006–2010: {{convert|1791|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
2010–2015: {{convert|1793|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| height = 2003–2006: {{convert|1651|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
2006–2010: {{convert|1641|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
2010–2015: {{convert|1674|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| model_code = 1T

}}

File:VW Touran rear 20070926.jpg

Announced back in August 2002, the Touran, whose production started in December 2002 and sales commenced in 2003, is the first Volkswagen MPV based on a Golf platform, more precisely the first vehicle on PQ35 platform. It joined Volkswagen's existing MPV line up that included the Sharan and Caravelle (Volkswagen Bus).{{cite web |url=http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/cars/review/volkswagen-touran/33835/ |title=Volkswagen Touran |publisher=Fleet News |date=2003-08-07 |access-date=2013-05-14}}

Volkswagen explained the name Touran was created from the word "Tour", i.e. to travel, with the addition of the end syllable from its big brother Sharan.{{Cite web |last=Volkswagen AG Service Training |date=February 2003 |title=Self-study programme 306 The Touran |url=http://www.volkspage.net/technik/ssp/ssp/SSP_306.PDF |access-date=4 May 2024 |website=Volkspage |format=PDF}}

It can be considered an extended version of the Golf Plus, since their front ends are similar in size, while the Touran's rear overhang is {{convert|200|mm|in|2|abbr=on}} longer (and therefore a seven-seater, while the Golf Plus is a five seater).

The Touran introduced electro-mechanical steering, a first in its class and for Volkswagen. It is able to vary the weight of the steering depending on the road speed. Due to the lack of energy consumption in idle it also improves the overall efficiency of the vehicle. The Touran was the first vehicle to use Volkswagen's 2.0 TDI engine.{{Reference needed|date=May 2024}}

The engines available at the launch included a 1.6 FSI and two diesel engines, the 1.9 TDI with {{Convert|74|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} and the 2.0 TDI {{Convert|103|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}}. The engines are EURO 4 compliant, except the 1.9 TDi when paired with the DSG (direct shift gearbox). The Touran launched with a six speed manual gearbox as standard, and a DSG for the 1.9 TDI Engines.{{citation needed|date=January 2011}}

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The initial test of the Touran in 2003, resulted in a four star rating for adult protection.{{cite web |url=http://www.euroncap.com/tests/vw_touran_2003/159.aspx |title=Euro NCAP 2003 |access-date=2011-10-23}} Volkswagen made slight changes to the Touran from November 2003, adding "an intelligent reminder for the driver and front passenger to buckle their seat belts." This allowed the Touran to be retested the same year, scoring a single extra point, and so giving the car a five star rating for adult protection:

{{Euro NCAP |year=2003 |description=LHD, small MPV |reference={{cite web |url=http://www.euroncap.com/tests/vw_touran_2003/175.aspx |title=Euro NCAP 2003 retest |access-date=2011-10-23}} |reference_name=euroncap-2 |adult_stars=5 |adult_score=33 |pedestrian_stars=3 |pedestrian_score=19}}

{{Multiple image | align = left | direction = vertical | width = 220

| image1 = VW Touran 2.0 TDI Facelift front-1.JPG

| alt1 = Front-three-quarter view of a Touran with some chrome trim and tinted rear windows

| image2 = VW Touran 2.0 TDI Facelift rear.JPG

| alt2 = Rear-three-quarter view of a Touran with steel wheels and hubcaps

| caption2 = 2006 facelift

| image3 = VW CrossTouran 1.4 TSI Reflexsilber.JPG

| alt3 = Front-three-quarter view of a Touran with black-plastic trim on the bumpers and wheel arches

| caption3 = CrossTouran

}}

The Touran received a facelift for the October 2006 Paris Motor Show.

The 2007 model year Touran was the first production vehicle in the Volkswagen Group to be released with the new Park Assist technology. Park Assist helps the driver parallel park the vehicle. Firstly, after having activated the feature and whilst travelling up to 30 km/h Park Assist uses sensors to attempt to identify a suitable parking spot (defined as 0.8 metres longer than the length of the vehicle).

The driver then stops ahead of the parking spot, releases the steering wheel, but continues working the gears, accelerator and brake pedal as advised by the display panels, as the Park Assist controls the steering to park the vehicle.

At the December 2006 Bologna Motor Show, Volkswagen released the third Cross vehicle designed by Volkswagen Individual GmbH.

The CrossTouran is distinguished from a standard Touran by its 17-inch alloy wheels, redesigned plastic guards which ape a crossover vehicle, and a {{convert|15|mm|in|2|abbr=on}} higher suspension/chassis setup that is optional for standard Tourans in Europe.

All CrossTouran engines are EU4 compliant.

Petrol engines

• 1.6 MPI with 75 kW / 102 hp
• 1.4 TSI with 103 kW / 140 hp
• 2.0 TSI with 125 kW / 170 hp

Diesel engines

• 1.9 TDI with 77 kW / 105 hp
• 2.0 TDI with 103 kW / 140 hp
• 2.0 TDI with 125 kW / 170 hp

When the vehicle was released to the markets in August 2010, the Touran was updated to the newer Golf VI looks. This included as new features compared to the previous generation the option for DCC (Volkswagen's adaptive suspension system), Light-Assist for Xenon Headlights, an improved Park-Assist System that can also handle perpendicular park positions and updated infotainment systems. The aerodynamics of the car were also improved, the Cw improved from 0,315 to 0,307.{{Cite web |last=Volkswagen AG Service Training |date=July 2015 |title=Programme autodidactique 548 Le Touran 2016 |url=https://www.vag-technique.fr/ext_files/ssp/vw/SSP_548_Le_Touran_2016.pdf |access-date=6 May 2024 |website=VAG Technique |format=PDF}}

In late 2010, SAIC-VW released the new Touran in China.{{cite web|url=http://www.touranchina.com/|title=Touran China official site|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110714222323/http://www.touranchina.com/|archive-date=2011-07-14}} Though its front was updated to the German style, the tail keeps the design of the previous generation model. The electronic systems of this domestically produced car were upgraded as its relative in Europe. A 1.4 TSI, which can output 93 kW, was added to the new model.

New engines were available following the downsizing trend, a 1.2 with {{Convert|77|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} and a new 1.6 TDI with {{Convert|66|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} or {{Convert|77|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}}.{{cite web |title=Entdecken Sie den Touran in 8 Ausstattungsvarianten. |language=de |work=Touran < Modelle |publisher=Volkswagen Deutschland/Volkswagen.de |url= http://www.volkswagen.de/de/models/touran/trimlevel_overview.s9_trimlevel_detail.suffix.html/der_neue_touran~2Ftrendline.html#/tab=65b4668e9cea7699f6d3a960c5955ef7 |access-date=2010-12-14}} They replaced the 1.6 and 1.9 TDI from the previous model. The 1.2, {{Convert|77|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} and 1.6 TDI {{Convert|77|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} were also available as BlueMotion, Volkswagen's low fuel consumption vehicle program.

In 2012, the {{Convert|125|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}} engine was replaced with the {{Convert|130|kW|PS hp|0|abbr=on}}.

File:VW Touran Facelift II 1.4 TSI Comfortline Silverleaf.JPG|alt= Front-three-quarter view of a facelifted European Touran; on this model the front grille extends the whole way between the right and left headlight clusters|2010 facelift

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File:VW Touran Facelift II 1.4 TSI Comfortline Silverleaf Heck.JPG|alt= Rear-three-quarter view of a facelifted European Touran; on this model the taillight cluster is partially integrated into the rear hatch|2010 facelift

File:Volkswagen Touran facelift II China 2012-04-15.jpg|alt= Front-three-quarter view of a facelifted Chinese Touran; this model has some chrome trim fitted at the bottom of the doors|2010 facelift (China)

File:Volkswagen Touran facelift rear China 2012-04-22.JPG|alt= Rear-three-quarter view of a facelifted Chinese Touran; this model does not have any of the taillight cluster integrated into the rear hatch, which instead has a strip of chrome trim running across it|2010 facelift (China)

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The Touran is available with petrol, diesel and compressed natural gas (CNG) engines.

The diesel models of the Touran offer better fuel economy. Given the proper conditions, it is possible to achieve over {{convert|60|mpgimp|abbr=on}} in a diesel Touran.{{cite web |url= http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/carreviews/grouptests/258982/volkswagen_touran.html |publisher=Auto Express |title=Volkswagen Touran |date=November 2010 |access-date=2011-11-09}}

The car is delivered with a {{nowrap begin}}five-{{nowrap end}} (1.6 only) and six speed manual transmissions, Tiptronic six speed automatic transmission (in 1.6, 1.6 FSI and 2.0 FSI (2003 to 2006 only)) or the DSG twin clutch automatic transmission; the 1.4 TSI, the 1.6 FSI from 2003 to 2006, the 1.9 TDI from 2003 to 2008, and the 2.0 TDI uses the six speed version, and the 1.9 TDI since the middle of 2008 use the seven-speed dry clutch version.

As for the 2010 model, an updated version of the 2.0 TDI engine was launched with common rail technology. The engine was introduced in the Volkswagen Passat in the models from 2008.

File:VW Touran Hy-Motion.JPG

The Touran Hy Motion is Volkswagen's Hydrogen Development concept. It has a nickel-metal hydride battery which produces {{Convert|80|kW|hp|0|lk=on|abbr=on}}, it does the 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) sprint in 14 seconds and has a top speed of {{convert|140|km/h|mph|1|abbr=on}}.

In 2008, Shanghai-Volkswagen with Tongji University had released a Touran Hybrid, as part of the lead up to the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games.

A prototype of the Touran Hybrid was shown with a {{Convert|20|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} electric motor in conjunction with a {{Convert|110|kW|hp|0|abbr=on}} petrol engine, the transmission will most likely be Volkswagen's Direct-Shift Gearbox (DSG).

Distinguishing different model years of the model can be difficult, but there are some minor changes which can help:

• up to 10/2004, the fog lights use a projector lens, after that, it was changed to a reflector type
• for the 2008 model year, the colour of the tinted glass was changed from green to gray (change was not applied to SAIC-VW built vehicles)
• for the 2009 model year, the fog lights were changed again, this time from a round shape, to a slightly elipsoid one, the grilles surrounding them are new also.
• for the 2010 model year, the 1T2 generation, received new side rear-view mirrors, from the Golf 6
• from 10/12/2012, the 1T3 received a sound insulated front windscreen, with the rain and light sensor being moved down 10mm

• The Touran won What Car?{{'}}s 2005 Compact Van of the Year award.
• The Touran scored a maximum five star Euro NCAP crash safety rating.

{{Infobox automobile

| name = Second generation

| image = File:Volkswagen Touran diesel registered July 2017 1968cc.jpg

| alt = Front-three-quarter view of a five-door car with a raised roofline, flush headlights, front foglamps, door mirrors with integrated turning indicator lights, alloy wheels, and bars for attaching a roof rack

| production = 2015–present

| assembly = Germany: Wolfsburg
China: Changsha (SAIC-VW)

| designer = Walter de Silva

| platform = Volkswagen Group MQB

| related = Volkswagen Golf Mk7
Volkswagen Golf Sportsvan

| engine = Petrol engines:
1.0 L OPF I3 TSI
1.2 L CYVB I4 TSI
1.4 L CZDA I4 TSI
1.5 L OPF I4 TSI
1.5 L EA211 I4 (China, Taxi Version)
1.6 L EA211 I4 (China, Taxi Version)
1.8 L EA888 I4 TSI
Diesel engines:
1.6 L SCR BMT I4 TDI
2.0 L SCR I4 TDI
2.0 L SCR BMT I4 TDI

| transmission = 5 & 6-speed manual
6 & 7-speed DSG

| wheelbase = {{convert|2791|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}

| length = {{convert|4527|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
{{convert|4537|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
(Chinese market; 2021-present)

| width = {{convert|1829|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
{{convert|1834|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
(Chinese market; 2021-present)

| height = {{convert|1628|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
{{convert|1659|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}/{{convert|1682|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}
(Chinese market; 2021-present)

| model_code = 5T

}}

The second generation Touran was introduced at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show. It uses the Volkswagen Group MQB platform and offers increased cabin space, four new engines with 19% less fuel consumption, and an array of new advanced driver-assistance systems and infotainment options.{{cite web |url=https://www.volkswagen-media-services.com/en/detailpage/-/detail/Volkswagen-presents-the-new-Touran/view/2031354/7a5bbec13158edd433c6630f5ac445da?p_p_auth=b4YeoIeh |title=Volkswagen presents the new Touran |author= |date=2015-02-24 |website=Volkswagen Media Services |publisher=Volkswagen AG |access-date=2015-02-25}} Autoradio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto is included as an option.

Visually, the car resembles Golf Sportsvan with an elongated rear trunk.

The drag coefficient was reduced to 0,296.

The Touran currently serves as the successor to the Volkswagen Santana in Shanghai's taxi fleet since October 2018, as the Santana was phased out. Qiangsheng, one of the largest taxi firms in Shanghai, stated that the Touran offered greater passenger comfort over its predecessor. 100 new electric cabs were also added to the taxi fleet.{{cite web|url=https://www.shine.cn/news/metro/1809142129/|title=Classic Santana taxis being phased out in time for import expo}} The Chinese market Touran L has the same wheelbase as the european model. It is available in 280TSI and 330TSI trims with the 1.4 litre TSI, known as the CSS in China, available on 280TSI models and the 1.8 litre TSI for 330TSI models. A 5 speed manual gearbox option is available on 280TSI models along with the 7 speed direct shift gearbox. 330TSI models come standard with the latter gearbox. The Touran L came standard in 5 seater configurations only when new. Pricing in 2016 ranged between 155,800 yuan and 230,800 yuan with 7 trim levels (23,850 to 35,330 USD - January 2021 exchange rate). Trim levels were known as: 280TSI Fashion (manual and DSG), 280TSI Comfort (manual and DSG), 280TSI Elegant (DSG only), 280TSI Deluxe and 330TSI Deluxe.{{Cite web|url=https://car.autohome.com.cn/config/spec/24611.html#pvareaid=3454541|title=2016 Volkswagen Touran L specifications for the Chinese market}} A 1.6 litre engine was only available for the 2018 model year under the Fashion trim level. Six-seater and seven-seater configurations were added to the range for the 2018 model year onwards.

As of January 2021, for the 2021 model year, only one model, the 280TSI was available. Trim levels are known as: Fashion (7-seater), Comfort (7-seater), Extension (6 and 7 seater) and Deluxe (6 and 7 seater). Pricing ranges between 151,800 yuan and 194,800 yuan (23,235 to 29,820 USD - January 2021 exchange rate).{{cite web|url=https://car.autohome.com.cn/config/spec/46458.html#pvareaid=3454541|title=2021 Volkswagen Touran L specifications for the Chinese market}}

Additionally, in 2018 Cross Touran L was announced, being still the same wheelbase, but with plastic wheel arches and chassis sitting 23mm higher.{{cite web|url=https://www.autoevolution.com/news/volkswagen-touran-gets-a-crossover-version-in-china-and-it-s-cool-127641.html|title=Volkswagen Touran Gets a Crossover Version in China and It's Cool}}

• In January 2021, the Touran 1.5 TSI 150 SE was named MPV of the Year by What Car? magazine.{{Cite web|title=Car of the Year Awards 2021: MPV of the Year|url=https://www.whatcar.com/news/car-of-the-year-awards-2021-mpv-of-the-year/n22448|access-date=2021-12-03|website=www.whatcar.com}} What Car? awarded the Touran five stars out of five in its review of the car.{{Cite web|title=Volkswagen Touran Review 2021|url=https://www.whatcar.com/volkswagen/touran/mpv/review/n17348|access-date=2021-12-03|website=www.whatcar.com}}

VV Touran II Heck.jpg|alt= Rear-three-quarter view; similar in appearance to the 2010 facelift of the first generation|Volkswagen Touran

Volkswagen Cross Touran L 02 China 2019-04-04.jpg|alt= Front-three-quarter view; similar in appearance to the 2010 facelift of the first generation|Cross Touran L (China)

Volkswagen Cross Touran L 03 China 2019-04-04.jpg|alt= Rear-three-quarter view; car has promotional text written on it in Chinese and Latin characters|Cross Touran L (China)

Volkswagen Touran - wnętrze (MSP16).jpg|Interior

{{Euro NCAP|year=2022|description=Volkswagen Touran 1.5 TSI Comfortline (LHD)|reference_code=https://cdn.euroncap.com/media/76714/euroncap-2022-vw-touran-datasheet.pdf|overall_stars=4|adult_points=29.4|adult_percent=77|child_points=40.0|child_percent=81|pedestrian_points=34.0|pedestrian_percent=62|safety_points=10.7|safety_percent=66|reference_url=https://cdn.euroncap.com/media/79858/euroncap-2023-honda-zr-v-datasheet.pdf|reference_name=VW Touran 2022 Test Results}}

A modified Volkswagen Touran appears in the 2006 film The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift and was owned by Twinkie (Little Bow Wow).

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• [https://web.archive.org/web/20130827094304/http://en.volkswagen.com/en/models/touran/highlights.html International VW Touran Website]

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