Touran Receives an Upgrade

Recently, we publisheda test drive review of the "Cross Touran"The base model, "Golf Touran," has been a representative of imported minivans since its introduction to Japan in 2004. In 2007, it was modernized with Volkswagen's downsizing engine, the "TSI engine," and the dual-clutch transmission "DSG," achieving a fuel economy of 15.0 km/ℓ under the JC08 mode.

More recently, it has been equipped with a driver fatigue detection system. This can be seen as a further enhancement of the safety features that Volkswagen is currently focusing on.

For the "Golf Touran TSI Highline" this time, the "Park Assist" parking support system has been added, and the "Park Distance Control" is now equipped not only at the rear but also at the front. Another notable update is the standard inclusion of the genuine navigation system "712SDCW," which allows the use of the latest map data downloaded from a home PC or other devices via an SD card. Additionally, the design of the aluminum wheels has been changed.

The price has increased by 240,000 yen to 3,630,000 yen.

Sharan Also Updated Simultaneously

While the "Golf Touran" is a compact minivan, the "Sharan" is a large minivan. With the combination of the TSI engine and DSG, it boasts high fuel efficiency of 13.5 km/ℓ and is a popular model also due to its eligibility for 100% exemption from automobile acquisition tax and automobile weight tax.

Here too, the "Sharan TSI Highline" has seen an enhancement in its equipment. The Sharan already comes with a comprehensive set of features, including Park Assist and a driver fatigue detection system. Now, it is further enhanced with the standard inclusion of the genuine navigation system "712SDCW," the addition of "Easy Open" which allows the tailgate to be opened by waving your foot under the rear bumper sensor even when your hands are full, and a change in the design of the 17-inch aluminum wheels.

The price has increased by 210,000 yen to 4,580,000 yen.