The article was originally produced on January 25, 2009, some facts and prices may have changed since then.

Volkswagen Touareg R50

If you want to drive an SUV and want diesel and that little extra push, then you've found the right place when you get into a VolksWagen Touareg R50! 5 liter V10 diesel with turbo and a torque of 850 newtons, this SUV is, in short, brutal. And the R50 in particular is extra equipped from top to toe or from roof to rubber. Fat skirts and chrome details and the 21″ rims make the R50 look really raw. 

As standard, the Touareg is a very well-equipped and comfortable car. As for the R50, you probably don't miss anything, navigator, laminated windows, keyless access, 21" rims, electric heating in the seats both front and back and rain break support that keeps the brakes ready even in the rain. This is a car you can drive around the world and barely have to stretch between continents. The sport air suspension perfectly absorbs every bump and bump in the road. Due to its short wheelbase, the Touareg feels very tight and sporty in its driving style.

The Touareg is one of the few new city jeeps that actually has really good off-road capabilities. Thanks to really good four-wheel drive and controls for differential lock and ground clearance, you have full control of quite tough conditions in the terrain. It is possible that the 21″ tires are not completely optimal for offroad. 

If you have to mention any negative things about the R50, it would possibly be that people can mistake it for a skirt-trimmed Golf when it is in its lowest position with the air dampers. You probably don't want anyone to believe that if you put close to SEK 900,000 on your car.