"As one of the most successful family cars in the world with 1.9 million units sold, the Touran is indisputably Germany's top MPV. I am convinced that the new generation will do more than simply build on this position – it will set new standards," said Volkswagen chairman Dr Martin Winterkorn.
2015 Volkswagen Touran.
The third generation Touran has a distinctive new sporty look, and an interior that can be configured in a variety of ways with its newly developed fold-flat seating system, which also features ISOFIX anchor points on all seats.
It has a luggage space of 1,040 litres (when loaded to roof height up to the second seat row) and a total of 47 storage compartments.
2015 Volkswagen Touran.
The optional Pure Air 3-zone automatic air conditioner with anti-allergen filter ensures that the air inside the vehicle stays fresh.
The new Touran is the first MPV to be based on the modular transverse matrix (MQB).
This brings many advantages as far as design and construction are concerned, such as a distinctive long wheelbase with very short body overhangs allowing a groundbreaking use of space.
2015 Volkswagen Touran.
Despite an increase in overall vehicle length and greater demands on safety and comfort, its weight has been reduced by 62kg compared to the previous model.
This, together with improvements to the vehicle's aerodynamics, has resulted in a drop in fuel consumption: the engines, three petrol (TSI) with 110PS, 150PS, 180 PS and three diesel (TDI) with 110PS, 150 PS, 190 PS, are now up to 19% more economical.
All models feature Stop/Start and battery regeneration (brake energy recuperation) systems as standard.
Along with Automatic Post-Collision Braking System as standard, the family-friendly best-seller has new features including an electric tailgate open/close mechanism, the automatic Easy Open tailgate function (activated by a movement of the foot), driving profile selection and high-performance LED headlights.
Volkswagen will also be offering AppConnect with CarPlay (Apple) and Android Auto (Google) and MirrorLink for the first time, enabling a wide array of apps to be mirrored in the infotainment system display.
The Touran has another optional item available, one that will particularly appeal to families: electronic voice amplification.
This system uses a microphone in the front passenger area to relay speech to the rear seat rows via the speakers installed in the rear.
2015 Volkswagen all-wheel drive Passat Alltrack.
At the 2015 Geneva motor show, Volkswagen will also present a technically updated Sharan and a world premiere of a new-generation all-wheel drive Passat Alltrack.
2015 Volkswagen Sharan.
