Technical data
Information on technical data
General information about specifications
As long as nothing else is specified or listed, the technical data applies to the base model. Different values may result due to optional equipment, different model
versions, special equipment, and market-specific equipment. The specifications in the legal vehicle documents always take precedence.
The drive and power of the vehicle are listed in the official vehicle registration.
Weight
The values for the curb weight in the following tables apply to a vehicle ready for operation. This includes a driver weighing 75 kg (165 lbs), fluids (including a fuel
tank that is 90% full) and, if necessary, tools and a replacement tire. Optional equipment and retrofitted equipment will increase the specified curb weight and
reduce the possible load.
The load consists of the following weight:
Passengers
All luggage
Attachments
The permitted total vehicle weight and the gross axle weight rating must never be exceeded. The permissible values are indicated on the safety compliance label on
the B-pillar on the driver's side ⇒ Safety certificate.
Performance
The performance was determined without equipment that limits performance, such as add-on parts.
Due to technical or legal reasons, the performance specifications and mileage may vary.
On some engines with heavy duty suspension, the speed maximum speed may be limited and lower.
Incline angle
The incline angle is the specification up to which the vehicle is able to drive uphill on an angle with its own power. This can depend on the road conditions, the
weather conditions, and the engine power, among other things. The values apply to a vehicle that is in motion and not to a vehicle that starts to drive form a
stationary position.
A rising difference in altitude (incline) on a 100 m (300 ft) stretch is given in percentage or degrees (100% = 45 degrees).
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Structure of the vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number (VIN, VIN) consists of 17 characters. These characters can be sorted into seven groups.
For instance, the basic structure of the vehicle identification number WVWZZZCBZLE400953 is explained as follows. This is just an example.
Group
Position
Example
1
2
3
4
Z
5
Z
6
Z
7
8
9
Z
10
M
11
E
12
4
13
0
14
0
15
9
16
5
17
3
W
V
W
C
B
Vehicle manufacturer identification:
WVW
WVG
1VW
3VW
XW8
MFB
Volkswagen Passenger Vehicles
VW Touareg/Auto 5000 AMPV
Volkswagen Group of America Inc., Volkswagen de México, S.A. de C.V
Volkswagen de México, S.A. de C.V
LLC Volkswagen Group Rus (Volkswagen/Skoda Kaluga)
Garuda Matraman Motor (Indonesia)
Filler characters: The filler characters may vary depending on manufacturer, or contain information on the body shape and transmission type.
Vehicle class, depending on model:
Arteon
3H
5T
Touran
296
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