VW Touareg 3.0TDI R-Line

WHAT IS IT?

The facelifted Touareg, now with bodykit and better mpg.

WHAT SHOULD I KNOW?

The 3.0 turbodiesel V6 now has 258bhp, and the gearbox now decouples when coasting, so economy is up to 42.8mpg.

SHOULD I CARE?

Aside from a mildly more optimistic trip readout, VW’s school bus is as before – a completely untaxing, well-fnished SUV that’s competent without ever being interesting. The R-Line additions are a bit brash, and the ride is much saggier than an X5’s or Range Sport’s. It’s good, but for around £47,500, there are less forgettable options.