Go fast and be green with the Volkswagen Touareg R plug-in hybrid
Plug-in power doesn't neuter this performance SUV.
Sean Szymkowski
It all started with Gran Turismo. From those early PlayStation days, Sean was drawn to anything with four wheels. Prior to joining the Roadshow team, he was a freelance contributor for Motor Authority, The Car Connection and Green Car Reports. As for what's in the garage, Sean owns a 2016 Chevrolet SS, and yes, it has Holden badges.
The new Volkswagen Touareg is mean and green.
Not actually green, but full of new green credentials because it's a plug-in hybrid now.
VW debuted the performance SUV ahead of the 2020 Geneva Motor Show.
There's a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 onboard alongside one electric motor and a battery pack.
Combined, the powertrain makes 455 horsepower and 516 pound-feet of torque.
It's not clear yet how far the SUV will go on a single charge on just electricity.
Shown here is the Black Style exterior package with 20-inch wheels.
Larger 21-inch wheels are optional.
If anything, the Touareg R proves being green doesn't have to be boring.
Keep scrolling or clicking to see more of VW's new performance SUV!
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