Volkswagen Touareg 2007 4.2 V8 FSI
Volkswagen Touareg 2007 4.2 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Volkswagen Touareg 2007 4.2 V8 FSI has been produced from January, 2007 to January, 2010. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 4.2 litres, which produces power of 350 horsepower on 6800 rpm and torque 440 Nm (Newton metres) on 3500 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 32-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Volkswagen Touareg 4.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 9.2 litres.
Volkswagen Touareg 2007 4.2 V8 FSI has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Volkswagen Touareg 2007 4.2 V8 FSI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 7.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 234 km/h.
Volkswagen Touareg 2007 4.2 V8 FSI fuel consumption is 13.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (7.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 19.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 10.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 100 litres or 26.42 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 720 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 920 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 15.6 litres per 100 km, which is 13% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volkswagen Touareg fuel consumption.
Volkswagen Touareg 2007 4.2 V8 FSI technical data
| Model: | Volkswagen Touareg 4.2 V8 FSI | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 2007. January ... 2010. January | ||
| Engine: | 4163 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 329 g/km |
| Power: | 350 HP ON 6800 RPM | Torque: | 440 NM ON 3500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 234 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.5 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 13.8 (combined) 19.7 (urban) 10.7 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 15.6 l/100km (15.1 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 100 litres (26.4 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.75m (length) 1.93m (width) 1.73m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | ||
| Ground clearance: | 163 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 550 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1570 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 3000 kg | ||
Volkswagen Touareg 2007 4.2 V8 FSI engine BAR
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 4163 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 92.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 12.5 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Volkswagen Touareg 2007 4.2 V8 FSI oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 9.2 litres (9.7 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 12 litres (12.7 quarts) |
| Power | 350 HP ON 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 NM ON 3500 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Audi |
| Start of production (year) | 2005 |
| Duration of production | 5 years |
| Engine also used on | Audi Q7 |
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All Volkswagen Touareg crossover [2007 - 2010] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Volkswagen Touareg 2007 2.5 TDI R5 4x4
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
2.5 Diesel | 174 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Manual (6) |
| Volkswagen Touareg 2007 2.5 TDI R5 4x4 | 2.5 Diesel | 174 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| Volkswagen Touareg 2007 3.0 V6 TDI 4x4 | 3.0 Diesel | 225 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Volkswagen Touareg 2007 3.0 V6 TDI 4x4
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
3.0 Diesel | 225 HP | 8.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| Volkswagen Touareg 2009 3.0 V6 TDI 4x4 Jan 2009 — Jan 2010 | 3.0 Diesel | 240 HP | 9.3 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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Volkswagen Touareg 2007 3.6 V6 FSI 4x4
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
3.6 Petrol | 280 HP | 12.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| Volkswagen Touareg 2007 4.2 V8 FSI 4x4 | 4.2 Petrol | 350 HP | 13.8 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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Volkswagen Touareg 2007 4.9 5.0 V10 TDI 4x4
Most powerfull diesel version (313 HP) |
4.9 Diesel | 313 HP | 11.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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Volkswagen Touareg 2008 6.0 W12 4x4
Jan 2008 — Jan 2010 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds |
6.0 Petrol | 450 HP | 16.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) |