Volkswagen Touran I (1T3) cars: technical specifications, versions and trim levels

Volkswagen Touran I 1T3 cars are the second restyled version of five- and seven-seat minivans popular in Europe, production of which was performed from 2010 to 2015. Significant changes in car construction were made and it started to resemble bigger Sharan II. The list of available equipment was also notably expanded. Due to functionality and eco-friendliness German car owners community ADAC considered the minivan the best contestant to victory in “Gold Angel” competition in 2011. You will find a wide choice of qualitative components for this car in our online-shop. Make your order for Volkswagen Touran I 1T3 spare parts right now, and we will provide you significant discounts.

Technical characteristics of Volkswagen Touran I 1T3

After restyling car length and height decreased insignificantly and became 4397 mm and 1634 mm accordingly. Width remained the same – 1794 mm. Road clearance increased to 140 mm, due to which driving became more comfortable. Luggage compartment volume also remained the same and was 695 – 1989 liters according to position of the rear seats. The car was produced in 5-door body version. The rear door was lifting.

Main modifications

During manufacturing 10 modifications of Volkswagen Touran 1T3 (2010–2015) were produced – 5 petrol and 5 diesel ones.

1.6 TDI DPF BlueMotion Technology was the most innovative among them. Its engine developed power of 105 hp and torque of 250 N∙m. It was enough for the minivan weighing 1.5 tons to accelerate to 100 km/h in 12.8 seconds, its maximum speed reached 186 km/h. Direct fuel injection and turbocharging increased fuel efficiency of the power unit. Manual transmission with increased gear ratio on two last gears also provided fuel consumption lowering. In whole, the car was really efficient: it required 4.1 liters of fuel per 100 km on the highway, 4.6 liters – in combined cycle, and 5.5 liters in the city. Car carrying capacity was high – 743 kg.

Configurations of Touran I 1T3

The following configurations were available for VW Touran I 1T3 minivan: Easyline, Comfortline, Highline and Trendline. Easyline configuration included anti-lock braking system with the brake force distribution, stabilizer and traction control systems, and also brake assist system, 6 airbags and headrests for the front and rear seats.

The cabin differed by high quality of trimming. The steering wheel was height and reach adjustable, it could be covered with leather at extra cost. Height of the driver seat could be adjusted according to one’s needs. Adjustable internal lights, auto dimming inner mirror, power steering and cruise control allowed to feel comfortable behind the wheel of this car. The air-conditioner was responsible for cleanliness and comfortable temperature inside of the cabin. Windshield wiper blades could work in intermittent mode, and pause duration could be adjusted at will.