Equipped with a quasi-monovalent drivetrain, the Touran TSI EcoFuel will provide a range of 520 kilometers (323 miles) thanks to the increased fuel tank. A petrol reserve tank with a capacity of 11 liters will bring an extra of 150 km (93 miles), according to official specs provided by the German manufacturer. Both natural gas tanks are mounted into the underbody to avoid reducing trunk volume.
The engine is mated to a 7-speed DSG gearbox, thus achieving a fuel consumption of 4.6 kg/100km while releasing 126 grams of CO2 per kilometer. "Calculated against current prices for natural gas, the Touran TSI EcoFuel can travel 100 kilometres for around €4.50," Volkswagen said in a press release rolled out today when announcing the car.
The gas tanks are boasting a capacity of 24 kilos, up from 18 kilograms on the previous version, on the five-seat version. A seven-seater is available as well at the same price, but come with a total range of 520 km (370 km for natural gas and 150 km for petrol).
Volkswagen Touran TSI EcoFuel's powertrain releases 150 PS and 220 Nm of torque available between 1,500 and 4,500 rpm.
The car is already available for ordering at Volkswagen's authorized dealers with a base price of 27,450 euro.
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