2021 Volkswagen Touran 1.5 TSI DSG | Therapeutic Drive [ POV ]

This car has practicality at its core. You don’t buy an MPV because you like the way it looks, though it helps if it’s somewhat attractive. The Touran may not be the prettiest MPV but the updated styling does look more upmarket on the outside compared to the car it replaces. And it’s spacious and family-friendly on the inside.

Inside, the Touran is also super plush and in terms of fit and finish, it’s a match for any premium rival. The driving is easy behind the wheel of the Touran. All the controls come easy to hand, the seats are comfy and supportive, and visibility is great all round from all that glazing. The square shape of the car make it easy to maneuver and park.

Interior space has been improved thanks to a longer wheelbase and there is also a bit more headroom all round. There are three individual, full-size seats in the second row and five Isofix fittings (second and third row). The second row of seats can be slid forward and back individually to give those in the very back a bit more leg room. There are kid-friendly features like pull down trays behind the front seats. Large windows mean everyone gets a good view out, and there are big door pockets among the total of 47 storage compartments that are in the new Touran.

On the road the Touran belies its size. It’s agile, grips willingly and the steering is really good. So you can confidently get in and out of those corners with relative stability for something so big. Above all it’s smooth and comfortable. The 1.5-litre petrol engine with 150hp is perfect for tugging a full family on board. It can be noisy under very hard accelerations but settles down well for cruising. Road and wind noise is well suppressed to make it mostly a serene cruiser.

Engine type: Inline 4 turbo
Fuel Type: Petrol (Gasoline)
Displacement: 1.5 l (1498 cm3)
Power: 150 hp @ 5000 - 6000 rpm.
Torque: 250 Nm (185 lb-ft) @ 1500 - 3500 rpm
Transmission: 7-speed automatic DSG
Layout: front engine, front wheel drive
Top speed: 209 km/h (130 mph)
Curb weight: 1440 kg (3175 lbs)
Average fuel consumption: 5.4 l/100 km (43 mpg US / 52 mpg UK)

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