VW bets on car-like feel, upscale tech to boost Touareg sales

VW's new Touareg gets a large chrome grille, deep air intakes and a more angular body. VW released pictures of the SUV in camouflage.

February 28, 2018 05:00 AM

TUDELA, Spain -- Volkswagen has given its latest Touareg a more car-like ride while reducing emphasis on its off-road capabilities to boost its appeal to the increasing numbers of mainstream customers buying SUVs.

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