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When the current XC90 and Touareg and Touareg buyers studied at school, these models have become fiercely in the market.

The time has shown that he won, even if they act as a result of his honor to the Chinese. The selected by the Swedes for the mid-sized SUV concept of the crossover turned out to be true. And all the iron-off-road armor of the first Touareg, as we see, went into the past. Now he is also, in fact, the "PARTNER", albeit with the optional pneumatic suspension, as well as the XC90. Ensure both makes sorrow about your own imperfection. Diesels (235 and 249 hp. VOLVO and VW, respectively) merciless and economical to Icotes. But two letters R on the nameplates behind the XC90 is the R-DESIGN package, and the Touareg has a R-Line package - also add ambitions to these handsome with transcendental price tags. "German" looks evil, but "Swede" is exquisite. Both "shoot" ruthless diode light. However, the "ambrusuristic" grill of Touareg was shattered as radar, cameras and other automotive "avionics", which, looking at him, even becomes unable.

So, impressive appearance, almost equivalent motors and similar automatic transmissions, multi-disc clutches in full drive systems, a wide range of modes of motion modes and the state of the pneumatic suspension ... What else is united? Hundreds of meters of electrical wiring and an abundance of electronics, the management of which is reflected in huge tablets, like the very space cards from the popular Soviet song. And the differences? Maybe the number of buttons in the cabin? It used to be believed that than them more, the steeper and prestigious. Now exactly the opposite. In a pleasant and relaxing salon Volvo, they were revealed to nine. At current times, there are only six of them from "Tuarega".

I want to get married

However, the main thing here is the vertical tablet. If you wish, you can not only configure the ESC gym, but also, let's say, get married, heading the account on a dating site. Eh, with such a wheelbarrow reciprocity you are guaranteed! However, the climatic system had to be pretty coming up before she became Painque. And the rest of the ... Auto Parker, automatic collision, band control and distance, active cruise and Drive Assist, which without your hands on the steering wheel climbs ... freebies, not riding.

Comparison of models VW Touareg and Volvo XC90: characteristics, appearance, interior, driving qualities, price tags. Video test drive.

One of the most vivid models of Volvo of the last few years can be considered the XC90 crossover, which has survived the change of generation in 2014. In February 2019, the car was planned restyling, while selling new products in Russia will begin towards the end of this year.

To identify all the advantages and disadvantages of Volvo XC90, we decided to compare it (version 2014) with a real market bestseller - the VW Touareg of the last generation, which is trying by all means to get into the premium segment. And, it is necessary to admit, it turns out that it works.

But be that as it may, today Touareg has one of the best price relationship, quality and technical capabilities.

External appearance VW Touareg and Volvo XC90

The dynamic profile of the crossover demonstrates a long hood, large wheel arches, hiding the roof line and elegant "waves" on the sidewalls.

Fastening feed with sophisticated overall lights, powerful bumper and two slips of the exhaust system. External dimensions of the car have the following form:

The standard height of the road lumen is an impressive 220 mm, but it can be changed from an optional pneumatic suspension within 195-290 mm.

But since the modernized XC90 will get to Russia not earlier than the first quarter of 2020, we will compare VW with its dorestayling version.

So, the frontal part of the body of Volvo flashes by branded head optics with LED elements in the form of a "thorah hammer", a strict fideliatic lattice and a stylish front bumper with cool fart-edged fogs.

An impressive profile demonstrates large arches of wheels, stylish sidewalls, a large area of \u200b\u200bglazing and a practically smooth roof.

The laconic feed is represented by an equipped business card model with vertical beams of overall lights, as well as a large door of the luggage compartment and a neat bumper with a pair of "trunks" of the exhaust system.

The dimensions of the XC90 are as follows:

Standard clearance exceeds such a 18 mm touareg, and it can be adjusted with a pre-installed pneumatic suspension within 227-267 mm.

We do not get to judge which car has more attractive appearance, but purely subjectively Volvo is perceived more solid.

Interior design VW Touareg vs. Volvo XC90

Of course, it did not cost without modern "stacks", including a 12-inch LCD dashboard and 15-inch touch screen of an infotainment complex. With the help of the latter, the climate system is also controlled. However, this concerns the top equipment, while the basic versions are represented by analog appliances and a more modest multimedia system.

The quality of materials and the assembly is not inferior to cars of a higher price segment. The Salon of the Crossover has a 5-bed layout.

Before the driver is a cool steering wheel with an 8-inch digital dashboard (optionally 12.3-inch).

The central part of the torpedo is assigned to the vertical 9.5-inch screen of the information and media complex, which also heads for the control of the intra-alone climate. The quality of assembly and finishing materials can satisfy even most picky critics.

The standard car is completed with a 5-seater salon, but the third row of seats can be installed as an option.

Free space on the first and second row of the chair is more than enough, but on the "Gallery" will be comfortable only to people whose growth does not exceed 170 cm. The volume of the trunk is standard equal to 613 liters, and with the third next chairs decreases to 368 liters.

Specifications VW Touareg VS Volvo XC90

Under the hood, VW Touareg can be installed one of the three engines:

• 2-liter TSI series gasoline 549 liters. from. and 370 Nm of the moment.
• 3-liter 249-strong TDI diesel engine that generates 600 nm peak
• 3-liter "top" TSI turbo benzinovinist, outstanding 340 "horses" and a limit thrust of 440 nm.

VW Touareg is based on the MLO modular platform, and its suspension is represented by a two-stage front and multi-dimension - rear. The steering is supplemented with an electric powerful with varying characteristics, and the brake system is represented by disk brakes of both axes (in front with ventilation).

The voltage line for Volvo XC90 is represented by 2 strength units:

1. 2-liter turbodiesel, available in two boards: 190 liters. from. and 400 nm of the maximum moment, as well as on 235 "horses" and 480 Nm peak thrust.
2. 2-liter Turbobenzinovik, also available in two modifications: 249 liters. from. and the limit 350 nm traction, as well as 320 "horses" and 400 nm traction.

The Swedish crossover is based on a new SPA truck, which involves the presence of anterior suspension on double levers and rigorous sledges. Reinforced disk mechanisms are responsible for braking, and the steering control flares the electric powerful with the variable characteristics.

Dynamic characteristics of Volkswagen Taureg and Volvo XC90

In the photo: Volvo XC90, control panel elements

From the point of view of the dynamics of Volvo XC90, somewhat loses to its opponent, reaching the speed of 100 km / h in 6.5-9.2 seconds. And developing the limit 205-230 km / h. However, the car wins in economy, spending an average of about 5.2-8 l / 100 km.

Cost and Equipment VW Touareg and Volvo XC90

In the photo: VOLVO XC90 media system

For comparison: Basic Volvo XC90 will cost a minimum of 3.38 million rubles, and the cost of the top version begins with 3.833 million RUB.

Both vehicles offer a rich level of equipment, where equipment is already present in the database:

• alloy wheels;
• external heating mirrors and electrical adjustments;
• parkTronics in front and rear;
• climate control;
• adaptive cruise;
• navigation system;
• multifunctional steering wheel;
• lED headlights of head and rear lighting;
• LED running lights;
• sTART / STOP system;
• system of heating steering and front armchairs;
• frontal and lateral Eirbegi;
• audio system with 6-8 speakers;
• rain and light sensors;
• safety belts and more.

Conclusion

Both cars deserve close attention if you need a high-quality, spacious and dynamic crossover with a full-fledged SUV settings.

However, our favorite becomes the Volvo XC90, able to please your driver more attractive cost, a rich set of passive and active security systems, as well as the optional third nearby seats.

Test Drive Volvo XC90 against VW Touareg:

If you are not easy to choose - Volvo XC90 VS Volkswagen Touareg, then our review will help you decide on the right option. In this material, we will consider the basic versions with diesel engines (and the maximum demand for these models has exactly the versions of heavy fuel): Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 204 HP and Volvo XC90 D4 AT 5S Momentum, plus, in these sets, these models have the most Similar technical characteristics.

Auto Design Volvo XC90 and Volkswagen Touareg

At first glance, the design of cars is very different, since they are even considered to be representatives of different classes: Volkswagen is perceived by many as an SUV, and Volvo is a clean water crossover, moreover, a higher premium segment. It is curious that at the same time the "German" road lumen is less (201 mm) than the "Swedes" - 237 mm. Volvo XC90 is distinguished by large body dimensions, but he has less weight, almost 150 kg. The thing is that it uses the new generation platform Volvo Scalable Product Platform with the active use of light and high-strength metals, while Volkswagen Touareg only next to the next generation will try the new era platform, which called Volkswagen Group MLB 2 Platform Already applied at the basis of the crossover AUDI Q7 second generation.

Volvo XC90.

Volkswagen Touareg.

Volkswagen Touareg.

The difference in the volume of the trunk is very significant: 580 l at Volkswagen against 936 liters at Volvo. It is not by chance that in the luggage compartment "Swedes" can be placed to order the third row of seats, on which two adults will be sprinkled freely:

Luggage compartmentVolvo XC90.with folded two rows of seats (middle and rear)

Luggage compartment Volkswagen Touareg with a folded rear seat

Among external options, in both models it is worth noting the possibility of ordering:

1. Adaptive headlights.
2. Rear view cameras.
3. Luke in the roof.
4. Budget electric drive.
5. Adjustable clearance.

Salon Volvo XC90 and Volkswagen Touareg

Choosing Volkswagen Taureg or Volvo Xc90, it is worth paying attention to the fact that the salons in these models are quite comfortable and stuffed with modern electronics. Among the common elements it is worth highlighting a leather interior, electric drives, heated steering, premium audio system, navigation, engine start with button. Some of them are already provided for by basic equipment, and the rest should be purchased additionally.

Among the differences, the presence of the engine with the button and the autonomous preheater / heater is striking as the basic equipment (Option at Tuareg), and the automatic parking system and massage front seats are available to the order, which are not available to Volkswagen even for extra charge. But for the "German" you can order a panoramic glass roof. Volvo's airbags in the base - 10, and Volkswagen is only 6, two more (rear side airbags) are available for extra charge, but it is not provided for pillows to protect the knees of front sediments.

The main difference between the Volvo XC90 - the presence of a multimedia system in the form of a "tablet", in which the incredibly the number of possibilities is stitched and it has no analogues in the class, we wrote in detail about it.

Interior Volvo XC90.

Interior Volvo XC90.

InteriorVolkswagen Touareg.

InteriorVolkswagen Touareg.

Motor and VOLVO XC90 or Volkswagen Touareg Box

Determining that it is better: Tuareg or Volvo Xc90, you should pay attention to the technical parameters. VW Touareg is now in the Russian market, it is submitted only in three grades. The base 3.6 V6 FSI 249 HP has a gasoline engine, the parameters of which are written directly in the title version, from 2 million 665 thousand rubles. And two diesel versions of V6 3.0 TDI, having a return of 204 or 245 hp All models are equipped with 8-speed automatic transmissions of the Japanese company AISIN. At the same time, the 245-strong version has an off-road TERRAIN TECH package with a forced blocking of the center through a multi-disc coupling with electronically controlled and downward (2.69: 1). The rear lock is also available as the option. The cylindrical central differential by default also divides the craving in the proportion of 40:60 in favor of the rear wheels. Five off-road modes are provided, and the rated angle of the rise is 45 degrees (100%).

Volkswagen Touareg.

XC90 does not have locks even for surcharge, and its engines are exclusively two-liter with turbocharging: gasoline power 245 hp (from 3 million 501 thousand rubles) or 320 hp which additionally installed a mechanical compressor (from 3 million 993 thousand rubles), or a diesel capacity of 190 hp (from 3 million 260 thousand rubles and only with the front actuator, while all other XC90 - all-wheel drive) or 225 hp (from 3 million 490 thousand rubles). At the same time, the official "Chipovka" from the Court Tuning Atelier Polestar from Sweden is available in Russia, which is the same version we. Gearboxes are also 8-speed automatic AISIN.

Volvo XC90.

Summary

Although the specifications of these models are similar, these are different cars. The cost of the new Volvo XC90 is almost a million more, as this is a more modern model related to the premium class and its modern competitors - BMW X5, Mercedes-Benz Gle, Range Rover Sport. At the same time, on the market for used cars, the price of these models is practically identical, however, in the case of XC90, we are talking about much simpler and most affordable models of the first generation, which were really rivals "Tuarega". We recommend that you spend a test drive to determine the choice.

Segment of powerful SUV grows every year. This tidy of the cake has long been typical of the Germans and Swedes. The first generation of Volvo XC90 made his debut in 2002 and immediately had to do many to taste, especially to American customers. In the world, the Swedish crossover found more than 635,000 buyers. The car became famous for safety, comfort and universal interior, able to accommodate up to 7 people. On the second generation of the model of hope even higher, especially since the company to develop a new Volvo HS90 spent about $ 11 billion.

Volvo, wanting a bit to change the image of your flagship product, I decided to upgrade a number of electronic on-board systems, change the style and offer dynamic and at the same time economical power units. The result was brilliant. Volvo XC90 looks very modern and personifies the beginning of a new design era for the brand.

HS90 significantly exceeds the size of Volkswagen Touareg. The Swedish SUV is longer than 15 cm, wider 10 cm and above 4 cm.

Both SUV have a different design of the front. Scandinavians put on futuristic lines with a huge grill and vertical chrome gratings as well as completely LED lighting. A German competitor has more conservative forms - reverents towards those who appreciate elegance and modesty.

5 years of difference in development are noticeable, first of all, inside. Despite the very high quality of finishing materials applied in Tuareg, XC90 is undoubtedly better. It offers much more combinations of colors and details of the interior design. In addition to the elements of the decor from a natural crystal, you can find aluminum, wood and other high-quality materials.

Skin-covered seats heated, ventilation and adjustment complex make it easy to take a convenient position behind the wheel in both SUV. The Bowers & Wilkins audio system in the top-end configuration XC90 is an important advantage. Cleanliness and sound quality flowing out of 10 speakers will transfer passengers directly to the Philharmonic Hall. This is definitely not in vain the money spent.

Entertaining solution - control panel in the form of a tablet in the central part of the front panel. Its interface repeats the work of modern smartphones and has no special difficulty in management. However, the knowledge of all functions will require self-dedication, a lot of time and regular control of the cleanliness of the screen so that the sensors work properly. More ODA Novelty - Circular Review Cameras. The 360-degree picture is priceless when maneuvering in the city and in the parking lot.

Places on two rows in abundance - the stock of space is comparable to VW. On the third row, people will rise to 170 cm in the third row.

Volkswagen, as shacking a flagship machine, demonstrates a very high level of quality. Yes, there are no inserts from a natural tree or polished aluminum, but the entire plastic is pleasant and soft to the touch. A set of additional gadgets is not so rich as a Swedish competitor, but it is quite enough for movements with comfort.

For lovers of diesel engines Volvo prepared two 2-liter turbocharge units. The first generates 190 hp and 450 nm of torque, the second - 225 hp and 470 nm. The 4-cylinder twin-turbo most powerful version speeds up almost a 2-ton car to 100 km / h in 7.8 seconds and guarantees very decent elasticity. The engine is economical, consuming an average of 10-11 liters in the city, and on the highway - just over 7 liters.

Despite the impressive dimensions, Volvo Hs90 behaves as a compact crossover. All due to the lowest center of gravity, good weight distribution and 4-mode pneumatic suspension. The difference in the roadmap between sports and off-road mode is about 8 cm. In the first mode - the car obediently performs the driver teams, neutral in turns, and the body does not show trends to any rolls.

However, the most pleasure is the Comfort mode. Steering although it loses a little exactly, but, despite the 20-inch low-profile discs, the suspension effectively suppresses the irregularities of all the masters. When driving at high speed along the highway, you can evaluate great noise insulation.

German engineers among others offered a 3-liter 6-cylinder V-shaped turboodiesel. Engine develops 245 hp and 550 nm of torque available in the range of 1750-2750 rpm. 3-liters Motor accelerates more than a 2-ton SUV up to 100 km / h in 7.6 seconds.

Compared to Volvo, German SUV has better dynamics, what is the merit of a more capacious power unit. Volkswagen Touareg, if desired, can be equipped with a pneumatic suspension. On the straight touareg demonstrates not bad stability, but when turning turns, it is necessary to recognize the superiority of Volvo Xc90. Test VW was equipped with 19-inch alloy wheels and courageously hid any irregularities - both holes in asphalt and protruding roots on forest roads.

In the city, everyone will like a good visibility from the driver's seat Touareg. A classic rear view camera will help maneuvering in the parking lot, and in the fight against borders - pneumatics, allowing to increase ground clearance up to 300 mm. Fuel consumption in the urban cycle lies within 10-12 liters, and on the track the on-board computer shows no more than 9 liters.

Ultimately, more "ripe" seems to Volvo. The pneumatic suspension copes better with the dynamic passage of turns, the interior offers a higher level of finishing and diversity of materials, and the salon itself is a little more. For Tuareg, it is worth recognizing the victory in the smoothness of the stroke on the paved tracks and higher possibilities to overcome obstacles (due to the greater clearance).

Volvo XC90 with a 225-strong turbodiesel and an 8-speed automatic transmission is estimated at 3,300,000 rubles, and the top R-design is 3,800,000 rubles. For Diesel Volkswagen Touareg asked a little less: from 2,900,000 rubles to 3,100,000 rubles.

Basic technical data

XC90 D5 Volvo AWD

Engine: 1969 cm3

Quantity, Cylinder Location: 4, Row

Power: 225 hp at 4250 rpm

Torque: 470 nm between 1750-2500 rpm

Sizes (Length / Width / Height): 4950/1931/1775 mm

Wheel base: 2984 mm

Curb weight: 1868 kg

Middle emissions CO2: 152 g / km

Dynamic characteristics.

0-100 km / h: 7.8 seconds

Maximum speed: 220 km / h

Fuel consumption:

City: 7.8 (Test 10.9)

Route: 4.7 (7.2 in test)

Combined: 5.8 (8.4 in test)

Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDI 4Motion

Engine: 2967 cm3

Number, location of cylinders: 6, V-shaped

Power: 245 hp at 3800 rpm

Torque: 580 nm between 1750-2750 rpm

Gearbox: 8-speed automatic

Sizes (Length / Width / Height): 4800/1940/1730 mm

Wheel base: 2 893 mm

Curb weight: 2185 kg

Middle emissions CO2: 174 g / km

Dynamic characteristics.

0-100 km / h: 7.3 seconds

Maximum speed: 225 km / h

Fuel consumption:

City: 7.7 (Test 11.3)

Route: 6.0 (7.9 in Analysis)

Combined: 6.6 (8.9 in test)

To choose the photographer, it is already optional to buy a mirror chamber with a long lens. The leader of opinions no longer need a tribune - enough personal blog. And the "evil" signboard on the car is now far from always hinting on the number of horsepower under the hood for a transport tax. R-Design at Volvo and R-Line at Volkswagen - styling bags, decorated standard on filling, but rich in filling crossovers. Or, if you like, SUVs, since both models are needed to be painless with asphalt. Four-wheel drive, a tracked turboodiesel, a pneumatic suspension with the possibility of increasing clearance, a special all-terrain electronics offers both XC90 and Tuareg. Lowing and hard locks are just not enough.

VW Touareg.

Volvo XC90.

But stylish cars are sorry to dirt in a serious mud. And expensive - there is a risk of finishing openwork 20-inch wheels Yes, the most elegant decor a la sport. Moreover, the angular volvo, in our opinion, looks more interesting and the evil of the streamlined "Volkswagen". XC90 discs at the same size seem larger; Front bumper with double "lip" pseudospiolar is an elegant lattice of chrome rods with sloppy holes under the fastening screws on the nose of the opponent; Accents like matte linings on the side mirrors, color imitation of the diffuser and cunning vertical lights from the back - noticeable. And the flagship Touareg is like ... just "Tuareg", modestly hinting on a special status barely noticeable R-Line logos.

Salons: Surprise me screens

Inside - exactly the opposite. In 2014, the second generation XC90 forced the public to blame, showing the virtual cockpit "like the Tesla" - with a digital tidy and a vertical nine-wing tablet in the center of the front panel. Only better by execution. Salon with touching "jewelry" details like a rotary lens engine start or drum selection of running modes with a textured notch and today looks cute. But ... Only if you do not look at the third generation in Taureg: even those who have restrained the Swedish presentation. That's where high-tech! The driver covers the "situational center" of huge, visually scrambled colorful screens called Innovision Cockpit. In front of the passenger - the ventilation deflector elongated into all the free space (although it blows only familiar on the sides). And this cybernetic economy is emphasized by contour illumination integrated into the ornament of the cabin. Moreover, it gives it to every taste: from warm to poisonous acid - only move the tuning slider.

VW Touareg.

Volvo XC90.

Touareg generally impresses with the number of thin settings: configured literally all, some ride modes seven (at Volvo three) plus several pneumatic suspension positions. At first we are lost - where is the menu and submenu lies in the whins? The Volkswagen interface requires learning and addictive. Volvo friendly to the user is easier for understanding - the faster it has to himself. With the control instantly disassemble anyone who at least once held a smartphone in his hands. The home screen is divided into popular functional sections - telephone, navigation, music ... Touching the silhouette of a little man at the bottom activates the climate control zone, the loss of the Block leads in the car system menu, and pressing the central button returns to the main one. And the XC90 is made kindlight: premium without questions. Touareg also pumps multimedia dust into the eyes, but in fact, the Germans saved the sneak. From Kia took the fashion simulation. The bottom of the front panel is oak, like dried pasta, not very richer finished door cards. And the glossy key so quickly lost the neat look, covered with microcenarpins, which Volvovsky looks like a solid accessory on his background, which is not ashamed to put on the table at the negotiations.

VW Touareg.

Volvo XC90.

But the rear passengers in "Tuareg" are cozy: it is shorter than XC90, it is already more modest and the wheelbase (2904 mm versus 2984), but inside the Volkswagen is competent - very wider in the shoulders, the knee space provides more. In addition to separate climate control and a full-fledged 220/230 volt sockets, which in Volvo is also there, the German crossover provided the second row of the seats with a pair of additional USB ports. In the XC90 there are only two of them - both under the lid of the central armrest. Farming the Swedish car sevenness - chairs in the trunk are quite functional, and for "Tuarega" they are not provided in principle.

VW Touareg.

Volvo XC90.

On the go: learn Matchast

A rare buyer is driving himself with the study of automotive engineering: as research shows, many not even know the type of actuator in their own car. But in our case, the Matchast will have to try, since this is the key to understanding the difference in crossover behavior. At the base of "Tuarega" - the MLB EVO modular platform with the longitudinal placement of the motor and the distribution of power over the axes through the mechanical torsen self-block (40/60 in favor of the rear wheels). On the same "cart", Lamborghini Urus, Porsche Cayenne, Audi Q7, ... Aristocratic relatives, is also a pedigree, too, a pedigree: a stele on the road is assembled, tight, successfully dissolving the bump and waves somewhere in the depths of aluminum Pneumatic suspension. Is that at the "lying police" shudders, yes on large pits on the body run on the arms of the vibrations from the sweaty wheels with tires 285/45 R20. In general, reasonable settings - passengers are not yet shaking, it does not indicate. And if you want to shift the balance on the go - cool the chassis preset pucks on the central tunnel. Hurryly smasher Touareg will not go, but sports - please. Although in the basic mode Volkswagen pleases responsiveness. Manevours takes with the readiness of the trained dog: the owner still did not throw a wand, the beast is already breaking off. But we tested the car even without optional 48-volt active stabilizers and tuning rear wheels ...

VW Touareg.

Volvo XC90.

Volvo also goes reliably and in something even academicly: for example, does not react to the ruts. And in sports mode, the stabilization system allows fun (and no less confident) to slide sideways through the snow. But after "Volkswagen", the feeling that the XC90 is not fully woken up - the steering wheel is noticeably easier and relaxed, a little more delays in reactions, sometimes irregularity on the arc pull the Volvo from the trajectory. And then it would be said that the Swedish crossover is better suited for travel, where the excessive accuracy of nothing. It is bothering this to do two nuances: XC90 On the wheels of dimension 275/45 R20, the seams, joints and other pits with sharp edges - the suspensions work out their flab, Gulko. Plus, the tire tracks are clearly audible in the cabin. In the "Tuareg" also dominated road noises, but they are not so clearly expressed.

VW Touareg.

Volvo XC90.

Dynamics: V6 against Sly Support

Definitely on the character of Volvo, the originally loud and soft winter non-Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2 SUV (Volkswagen was vow in the summer Goodyear Eagle F1 SUV). But the difference in sensations from the power attitudes on the Pathrushnitsa is no longer spicked. The fact is that the Volvo modular SPA platform is simpler, in front-wheel drive: a multi-disc coupling borgwarner fifth generation (former Haldex), if necessary, serves a torque to the rear wheels, the engine under the hood is transversely, and most importantly, it can only be four-cylinder. Swedes, however, have been proudedly supervised, thanks to the aircurrent turbine, removed from a two-liter diesel engine 235 hp - Not much less than 249 of the strength of the Volkswagen three-liter V6. But, as they say in America, "No Replacement for Displacement" - the working volume decides. With an equal weight of the order of two tons of "Tuareg", the XC90 is seriously superior to the elasticity (600 N m. 280), it sounds more pleasant and rides noticeably cheerful: it is better for a gas pedal, an eight-propelled machine is less fussing and not so often stamped with the transition to low You can not say that according to the passport "German" ahead in overclocking to "hundreds" just for a second (6.8 against 7.8). Volvo saves Dynamic mode, however, "Volkswagen" has an electronic dope on board, so the overall impression of the speaker here is brighter. Moreover, V6, even without the start-stop system, was not very voracious Swedish "four", paired also with an eight-speed ACP, - on average, he drove at 10.4 liters of diesel fuel at 100 km against Volvovsky 9.5. Unpleasantly surprised the German motor except that vibrations in an immentable state, XC90 after a cold start running quieter and smasher.