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Volkswagen Sharan

Volkswagen Sharan

Manufacturer	Volkswagen
Production	1995–present
Assembly	AutoEuropa, Palmela, Portugal
Class	Large MPV
Body style	5-door MPV
Layout	Front engine, front-wheel drive /four-wheel drive
Platform	Volkswagen Group B-VX62
Engine	Petrol: 1.8L I4 110 kW (148 hp) 20V Turbo 2.0L I4 85 kW (114 hp) 2.8L VR6 128 kW (172 hp) 2.8L VR6 150 kW (201 hp) 24V Diesel: 1.9L I4 66 kW (89 hp) TDI 1.9L I4 81 kW (109 hp) TDI 1.9L I4 85 kW (114 hp) TDI 1.9L I4 96 kW (129 hp) TDI 1.9L I4 110 kW (148 hp) TDI 2.0L I4 103 kW (138 hp) TDI
Transmission	5-speed manual 6-speed manual 5-speed Tiptronic automatic
Wheelbase	Pre-Facelift & 2010-: 2,835 mm (111.6 in) 2004-09: 2,841 mm (111.9 in)
Length	Pre-Facelift: 4,620 mm (181.9 in) Facelifted: 4,634 mm (182.4 in)
Width	Pre-Facelift: 1,810 mm (71.3 in) Facelifted: 1,810 mm (71.3 in)
Height	Pre-Facelift: 1,762 mm (69.4 in) 2004-09: 1,759 mm (69.3 in) 2010-: 1,732 mm (68.2 in)
Related	Ford Galaxy SEAT Alhambra

The Volkswagen Sharan is a large MPV produced by the German automaker Volkswagensince 1995.

First generation (1995–2010)

The name Sharan is derived from a Persian word meaning "Carrier of Kings". The Volkswagen Group subsequently
rebadged the Sharan in 1996, and sold it as the SEAT Alhambra alongside the Sharan. All variants were produced at the joint venture plant AutoEuropa in Portugal, alongside the closely related Ford Galaxy. Each of the three MPV models had its own subtle differences in exterior, and, for the Galaxy, in interior design. The first generation's initial design was completed under Greg M Greeson, an American designer employed in Volkswagen's Advanced Design Studio in Duesseldorf, Germany from 1989 to 1990.

As of 2007, the annual production for the Sharan is in the 50,000 unit range; it is sold in Europe, South Africa and some Asia-Pacific and Latin American countries. In Mexico it was available with the 1.8L Turbo 4 cil 150 hp (112 kW) with 5-speed Tiptronic automatic gearbox in Comfortline trim only, while in Argentina it is available with the 1.8L Turbo and the 1.9L TDI 115 hp 4-cylinder engines, in both 5-speed manual and 5-speed Tiptronic transmissions in Trendline trim only.

In total VW almost sold 670.000 units of its Sharan over 15 years of time. The Sharan is not sold in the United States and Canada. Originally this was due to an agreement between Ford and Volkswagen, leaving the market free from competition for Ford's Aerostar minivan. More recently, Volkswagen decided not to introduce the Sharan in North America, ceased developing the Microbus concept, and instead introduced a badge-engineered variant of the Chrysler minivans as the Routan. This was launched in 2009, and replaced the Sharan in Mexico, the only North American country in which it was sold.

Currently, the Sharan is available with a choice of six engines:

2.0L 85 kW (114 hp) – 4-cylinder petrol
2.0L 85 kW (114 hp) – 4-cylinder petrol with LPG
1.8L turbo 110 kW (148 hp) – 4-cylinder petrol
2.8L VR6 150 kW (201 hp) – 6-cylinder petrol
1.9L 85 kW (114 hp) TDI
2.0L 103 kW (138 hp) TDI

The 2.8 VR6 is offered with the option of 4Motion all-wheel drive.

Mark 1/Phase 1 (1995–2000)

1995–2000 Volkswagen Sharan

The original Sharan was launched in 1995, and was available with five engine choices:

Model	Years	Engine and code		Displ.	Power	Torque
1.8T	1997–2000	I420V	AJH	1781 cc	110 kW (150 PS; 148 hp) @ 6000 rpm	210 N·m (150 lb·ft) @ 1750–4600 rpm
2.0	1995–2003	I4 8V	ADY	1984 cc	85 kW (116 PS; 114 hp) @ 5000 rpm	170 N·m (130 lb·ft) @ 2400 rpm
2.8 VR6	1995–2000	VR612V	AAA/AMY	2792 cc	128 kW (174 PS; 172 hp) @ 5800 rpm	235 N·m (173 lb·ft) @ 4200 rpm
1.9 TDI	1995–2003	I4 8V	1Z/AHU	1896 cc	66 kW (90 PS; 89 hp) @ 4000 rpm	202 N·m (149 lb·ft) @ 1900 rpm
1.9 TDI	1996–2003	I4 8V	AFN/AVG	1896 cc	81 kW (110 PS; 109 hp) @ 4150 rpm	235 N·m (173 lb·ft) @ 1900 rpm

The 2.8 VR6 model had the option of Syncro all-wheel drive.

The Sharan received a EuroNCAP three-star safety rating when it was tested in 1999.

Awards

1999 Auto Express New Car Honours – Best MPV
1998 Top Gear Magazine Top Cars – Best People Carrier (Joint Winner)
1996 What Car Awards – Best People Carrier (Joint Winner)
1996 Auto Express Awards – Best People Carrier (Joint Winner)

Mark 1A/Phase 1.5 (2000–2004)

2000–2004 Volkswagen Sharan

The Sharan and its stablemates received a major facelift in 2000. At this time, VW also extended the wheelbase by 6 mm (0.2 in), increased the front and rear track, and gave it the "VW family" look of the time.

Awards

2000 Auto Express New Car Honours – Best MPV

Engine choices

Model	Years	Engine and code		Displ.	Power	Torque
1.8T	2000–2004	I4 20V	AWC	1781 cc	110 kW (150 PS; 148 hp) @ 5800 rpm	220 N·m (160 lb·ft) @ 1800 rpm
2.0	2000–2004	I4 8V	ATM	1984 cc	85 kW (116 PS; 114 hp) @ 5200 rpm	170 N·m (130 lb·ft) @ 2600 rpm
2.8 VR6	2000–2004	VR6 24V	AYL	2792 cc	150 kW (204 PS; 201 hp) @ 6200 rpm	265 N·m (195 lb·ft) @ 3400 rpm
1.9 TDI	2000–2003	I4 8V	ANU	1896 cc	66 kW (90 PS; 89 hp) @ 4000 rpm	240 N·m (180 lb·ft) @ 1900 rpm
1.9 TDI	2000–2004	I4 8V	AUY	1896 cc	85 kW (116 PS; 114 hp) @ 4000 rpm	310 N·m (230 lb·ft) @ 1900 rpm
1.9 TDI	2003–2004	I4 8V	ASZ	1896 cc	96 kW (131 PS; 129 hp) @ 4000 rpm	310 N·m (230 lb·ft) @ 1900 rpm

Mark 1B/Phase 1.75 (2004–2010)

2004–2010 Volkswagen Sharan

A further minor cosmetic facelift was implemented in September 2003 for the 2004 model year. This changed, primarily, the grille, and tail lights (round). Also, More standard equipment was added, including air conditioning and curtain side air bags. In 2006 Ford independently introduced a new Galaxy which was not based on the Sharan and Alhambra designs from the Volkswagen Group. The new Galaxy was built at a dedicated Ford plant in Limburg, Belgium. The last first-generation Ford Galaxy rolled off the AutoEuropa line at the end of 2005, while the first-generation Sharan and SEAT Alhambra continued in production- alongside the Volkswagen Eos and the newScirocco-until 2010.

Engine choices

Model	Years	Engine and code		Displ.	Power	Torque
1.8T	2004–2005	I4 20V	AWC	1781 cc	110 kW (150 PS; 148 hp) @ 5800 rpm	220 N·m (160 lb·ft) @ 1800 rpm
2.0	2004–2007	I4 8V	ATM	1984 cc	85 kW (116 PS; 114 hp) @ 5200 rpm	170 N·m (130 lb·ft) @ 2600 rpm
2.8 VR6	2004–2008	VR6 24V	AYL	2792 cc	150 kW (204 PS; 201 hp) @ 6200 rpm	265 N·m (195 lb·ft) @ 3400 rpm
1.9 TDI	2006–2010	I4 8V	BVK	1896 cc	85 kW (116 PS; 114 hp) @ 4000 rpm	310 N·m (230 lb·ft) @ 1900 rpm
1.9 TDI	2004–2007	I4 8V	ASZ	1896 cc	96 kW (131 PS; 129 hp) @ 4000 rpm	310 N·m (230 lb·ft) @ 1900 rpm
1.9 TDI	2004–2009	I4 8V	BTB	1896 cc	110 kW (150 PS; 148 hp) @ 4000 rpm	320 N·m (240 lb·ft) @ 1900 rpm
2.0 TDI	2009–2010	I4 8V	BRT	1968 cc	103 kW (140 PS; 138 hp) @ 4000 rpm	310 N·m (230 lb·ft) @ 1900 rpm

Second generation (Typ 7N) (2010-)

2010-current VW Sharan

The second-generation Sharan was launched at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show and a month later the second-generation of its sibling model, the SEAT Alhambra, was officially announced.Although still built at the AutoEuropa factory in Portugal, the new model inherits only its name from the previous Sharan,compared to which it is 220 mm (8.7 in) longer, 92 mm (3.6 in) wider and 12 mm (0.5 in) lower, with the wheelbase lengthened by 75 mm (3.0 in). Weight has been reduced by 30 kg (66 lb). The initial engine range comprises 1.4-litre TSI (148 bhp) and 2.0-litre (197 bhp) petrol options, plus two 2.0-litre TDI diesel engines, rated at 138 and 168 bhp (125 kW; 170 PS). The rear doors now slide open rather than being hinged.

LPG Sharan

In 2006 PrinceGas and VW launched the Sharan with a 2.0 L 85 kW (114 hp) flexible fuel engine, which could work with either petrol orautogas (liquified petroleum gas), providing an additional 450 km (280 mi) range over the regular 2.0L petrol engine. Both fuel tanks, the 70L (18 US gallon) petrol tank and the 60L liquid gas tank combined, give the Sharan enough fuel to cover 730 km (450 mi) between refuels at an average fuel consumption of 9.6 L/100 km.

The liquid gas tank is built into the spare wheel well so it does not compromise on passenger and loading space of the Sharan's interior, although it does eliminate the spare tire.

Volkswagen Touran

Volkswagen Touran

Manufacturer	Auto 5000 (2003–2008) Volkswagen (since 2009)
Also called	Volkswagen Golf Touran (J)
Production	2003-present
Assembly	Wolfsburg, Germany Jakarta, Indonesia (Garuda Mataram Motor)
Class	Compact MPV
Body style	5-door MPV
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel drive
Platform	Volkswagen Group A5 (PQ35) platform
Engine	1.4L I4 TSI (from 2007) 1.4L I4 TSI EcoFuel (from 2009) 1.6L I4 (from 2003) 1.6L I4 FSI (until 2006) 2.0L I4 FSI (until 2006) 2.0L I4 EcoFuel (from 2006 until 2009) 1.9L I4 TDI (from 2003) 2.0L I4 TDI (from 2003)
Wheelbase	2,680 mm (105.5 in)
Length	4,405 mm (173.4 in)
Width	1,795 mm (70.7 in)
Height	1,635 mm (64.4 in)
Related	Audi A3 Mk2 VW Golf Mk5 Volkswagen Caddy Volkswagen Passat SEAT León Mk2 SEAT Altea SEAT Toledo Mk3 Škoda Octavia Mk2

The Volkswagen Touran (Typ 1T) is a compact MPV based on a vertically-stretched fifth generation Volkswagen Golf Mk5, and sold in Europe and other select markets. It was launched in 2003 to fill a gap in Volkswagen's model lineup, below the Sharan large MPV. The vehicle was originally delivered in five- or seven-seat versions, but the five seat version is no longer available in some markets. It can be considered an extended version of the Golf Plus, since their front ends are similar in size, while the Touran's rear overhang is 200 mm (7.87 in) longer (and therefore a seven-seater, while the Golf Plus is a five-seater). In some regions, such as Japan, the car is called Golf Touran.

The name 'Touran' derives from the combination of 'Tour' and 'Sharan', the bigger MPV by VW. Despite the similarity of their names, the Touran is not related to the North American-market Volkswagen Routan.

Model year 2003 to 2006

VW Touran front

The Touran launched in 2003, being the first MPV from Volkswagen based on the Golf platform. It joined Volkswagen's existing MPV line-up that included at that particular moment the Sharan and Caravelle (VW Bus).

The Touran introduced the electro-mechanical steering, a first in its class and for Volkswagen. It is able to dynamically vary the weight of the steering depending on the speed and due to the lack of energy consumption in idle improves the overall efficiency of the vehicle. It was also the car used to launch the 2.0 TDI engine in the Volkswagen group.

The engines available at the launch included a 1.6 FSI and two diesel engines, the 1.9 TDI with 74 kW (101 PS; 99 hp) and the 2.0 TDI 103 kW (140 PS; 138 hp). All engines were EURO 4 compliant, except the 1.9 TDi when paired with the DSG. The Touran launched with a six-speed manual gearbox as standard and a double-clutch DSG (direct shift gearbox) transmission for the 1.9 TDI Engines.

Safety

The initial test of the Touran in 2003 resulted in a four-star rating for adult protection. Volkswagen made slight changes to the Touran from November 2003, adding "an intelligent reminder for the driver and front passenger to buckle their seat belts." This allowed the Touran to be retested the same year, scoring a single extra point and so giving the car a five-star rating for adult protection:

Euro NCAP test results
LHD, small MPV (2003)
Test	Score	Rating
Adult occupant:	33
Pedestrian:	19

Model year 2007 to 2010

VW Touran Facelift front

VW Touran Facelift rear

The Touran received a facelift at the 2006 Paris Motor Show.

ParkAssist

The 2007 model year Touran was the first production vehicle in the Volkswagen Group to be released with the new ParkAssist technology. ParkAssist parallel parks the car for the driver. First, ParkAssist uses sensors up to 30 km/h to determine whether the Touran will fit in the parallel parking position. Then the driver lets go of the steering wheel, selects Reverse on the transmission, then presses the accelerator and brakes accordingly and lets ParkAssist steer it into the final parking position. The first part of this video illustrates the parking procedure.

CrossTouran

At the 2006 Bologna Motor Show, Volkswagen released the third Cross vehicle designed by Volkswagen Individual GmbH.

The CrossTouran is distinguished from a standard Touran by its 17-inch alloy wheels, redesigned plastic guards which ape a crossover vehicle, and a 15 mm (0.59 in) higher supension/chassis setup that is optional for standard Tourans in Europe.

All CrossTouran engines are EU4 compliant.

Petrol engines

1.6 with 75 kW / 102 hp
1.4 TSI with 103 kW / 140 hp
2.0 TSI with 125 kW / 170 hp

Diesel engines

1.9 TDI with 77 kW / 105 hp
2.0 TDI with 103 kW / 140 hp
2.0 TDI with 125 kW / 170 hp

Model year 2010 - present

VW Touran 2010-

VW Touran 2010- rear

In Aug 2010 the Touran was updated to the newer Golf VI platform (PQ35). This includes as new features compared to the previous facelift the option for DCC (Volkswagen's adaptive suspension system), Light-Assist for Xenon Headlights, an improved Park-Assist System being able to handle also perpendicular park positions (illustrated in the second part of this video) and updated infotainment systems. The aerodynamics of the car were also improved, the Cw improved from 0,31-0,32 to 0,29.

At the end of 2010 Shanghai Volkswagen Automotive released the new Touran in China.Though its front is updated to the German style, the tail keeps the design of the phase II model. But the electronic systems of this domestically produced car has been upgraded as its relative in Europe. A 1.4 TSI which can output 93 PS is added to the new model.

New engine are available following the downsizing trend, a 1.2 with 77 kW (105 PS; 103 hp) and a new 1.6 Common Rail TDI with 66 kW (90 PS; 89 hp) or 77 kW (105 PS; 103 hp). They replaced the 1.6 and 1.9 TDI from the previous model. The 1.2, 77 kW (105 PS; 103 hp) and 1.6 TDI 77 kW (105 PS; 103 hp) are also available as BlueMotion, Volkswagen's low fuel consumption vehicle program.

Engines

The Touran is available with petrol, diesel and compressed natural gas (CNG) engines.

Model	Years	Engine and code		Displ.	Power	Torque
1.2 TSI	2010–present	I48V	CBZB	1,197 cc	77 kW (105 PS; 103 hp) @ 5,000 rpm	175 N·m (129 lb·ft) @ 1,550-4,100 rpm
1.4 TSI	2006–present	I416V	BMY/CAVC	1,390 cc	103 kW (140 PS; 138 hp) @ 5,600 rpm	210 N·m (150 lb·ft) @ 1,750–4,000 rpm
1.4 TSI	2007–present	I416V	BLG/CAVB	1,390 cc	125 kW (170 PS; 168 hp) @ 6,000 rpm	240 N·m (180 lb·ft) @ 1,500 rpm
1.4 TSI EcoFuel	2009–present	I416V		1390 cc	110 kW (150 PS; 148 hp) @ 5,500 rpm	220 N·m (160 lb·ft) @ 1,500–4,500 rpm
1.6	2003–2010	I48V	BGU/BSE/BSF	1,595 cc	75 kW (102 PS; 101 hp) @ 5,600 rpm	148 N·m (109 lb·ft) @ 3,800 rpm
1.6 FSI	2003–2006	I416V	BAG/BLF/BLP	1,598 cc	85 kW (116 PS; 114 hp) @ 6,000 rpm	155 N·m (114 lb·ft) @ 4,000 rpm
2.0 FSI	2003–2006	I416V	AXW/BLR/BLX/BVY	1,984 cc	110 kW (150 PS; 148 hp) @ 6,000 rpm	200 N·m (150 lb·ft) @ 3500 rpm
2.0 EcoFuel	2006–2009	I48V	BSX	1,984 cc	80 kW (109 PS; 107 hp) @ 5,400 rpm	160 N·m (120 lb·ft) @ 3,500 rpm
1.6 TDI	2010–present	I416V	CAYC	1,598 cc	77 kW (105 PS; 103 hp) @ 4,400 rpm	250 N·m (180 lb·ft) @ 1,500–2,500 rpm,
1.9 TDI	2004–2010	I48V	BRU/BXF/BXJ	1,896 cc	66 kW (90 PS; 89 hp) @ 4,000 rpm	210 N·m (150 lb·ft) @ 1,800–2,500 rpm
1.9 TDI	2003–2004	I48V	AVQ	1,896 cc	74 kW (101 PS; 99 hp) @ 4,000 rpm	250 N·m (180 lb·ft) @ 1,900 rpm
1.9 TDI	2004–2010	I48V	BJB/BKC/BXE/BLS	1,896 cc	77 kW (105 PS; 103 hp) @ 4,000 rpm	250 N·m (180 lb·ft) @ 1,900 rpm
2.0 TDI	2003–2004	I416V	AZV	1,968 cc	100 kW (136 PS; 134 hp) @ 4,000 rpm	320 N·m (240 lb·ft) @ 1,750–2,500 rpm
2.0 TDI	2004–2010	I416V	BKD	1,968 cc	103 kW (140 PS; 138 hp) @ 4,000 rpm	320 N·m (240 lb·ft) @ 1,750–2,500 rpm
2.0 TDI DPF	2005–2010	I48V	BMM	1,968 cc	103 kW (140 PS; 138 hp) @ 4,000 rpm	320 N·m (240 lb·ft) @ 1,750–2,500 rpm
2.0 TDI DPF	2010–present	I416V	CBAB	1,968 cc	103 kW (140 PS; 138 hp) @ 4,200 rpm	320 N·m (240 lb·ft) @ 1,750–2,500 rpm
2.0 TDI DPF	2005–2010	I416V	BMN	1,968 cc	125 kW (170 PS; 168 hp) @ 4,200 rpm	350 N·m (260 lb·ft) @ 1,750–2,500 rpm

The diesel models of the Touran offer better fuel economy. Given the proper conditions, it is possible to achieve over 60 mpg_-imp(4.7 L/100 km; 50 mpg_-US) in a diesel Touran. The car is delivered with a five- (1.6 only) and six-speed manual transmissions, Tiptronicsix-speed automatic transmission (in 1.6, 1.6 FSI and 2.0 FSI (2003-2006 only)) or the DSG twin-clutch automatic transmission; the 1.4 TSI, the 1.6 FSI from 2003–2006, the 1.9 TDI from 2003–2006 and the 2.0 TDI use the six-speed version, and the 1.9 TDI since 2006 uses the seven-speed dry-clutch version.

As for the 2010-model, an updated version of the 2.0 TDI engine was launched with common rail technology. The engine was introduced in the Volkswagen Passat in the 2005-models.

Touran Hy Motion and Hybrid

Touran HY MOTION Hydrogen Study

The Touran Hy Motion is Volkswagen's Hydrogen Development concept. It has a nickel-metal hydride battery which produces 80 kW (107 hp), it does the 0–100 km/h (0-62 mph) sprint in 14 seconds and has a top speed of 140 km/h (87.0 mph).

In 2008, Shanghai-Volkswagen with Tongji University will release a Touran Hybrid as part of the lead up to the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games.

A prototype of the Touran Hybrid was shown with a 20 kW (27 hp) electric motor in conjunction with a 110 kW (148 hp) petrol engine, the transmission will most likely be Volkswagen's Direct-Shift Gearbox (DSG).