| Features |
| Performance
& Engineering |
V6 |
V8 |
V8X |
| 220hp, 225 lbs-ft,
3.2 liter, 24-valve V6 engine |
S |
• |
• |
310hp, 302 lbs-ft,
4.2 liter, 40-valve V8 engine |
• |
S |
S |
6-speed automatic
transmission with Tiptronic® |
S |
S |
S |
4XMOTION® permanent
all-wheel drive with low-range gear |
S |
S |
S |
Independent steel
spring suspension with two dual-wishbone axles |
S |
S |
• |
4-corner air suspension
with continuous damping control |
O |
O/OP |
S |
Center differential
lock |
S |
S |
S |
17" alloy wheels,
all weather tires |
S |
• |
• |
18" alloy wheels,
all weather tires |
• |
S |
S |
19" alloy wheels,
performance tires |
• |
O |
• |
Tire pressure monitoring
system, direct |
S |
S |
S |
Rear differential
lock |
O |
O |
S |
 |
| Interior |
V6 |
V8 |
V8X |
Dual-zone CLIMAtronic®
automatic climate control |
S |
S |
S |
Four-zone CLIMAtronic®
automatic climate control |
• |
O |
O |
Premium AM/FM receiver
with CD player |
S |
S |
S |
Upgraded sound system |
O |
O/OP |
O/OP |
Leather-wrapped multi-function
steering wheel |
S |
S |
S |
Multi-function trip
computer |
S |
S |
S |
Upgraded sound system |
O |
O/OP |
O/OP |
HomeLink® |
S |
S |
S |
VW Telematics by OnStar
(delayed introduction) |
O |
O |
O |
Navigation system |
O |
O/OP |
O/OP |
12-way power seats
w/leather trim and driver’s side memory positions |
OP |
S |
S |
Heatable front seats |
S |
S |
S |
Heatable rear seats |
• |
OP |
OP |
Self-dimming rearview
mirror |
S |
S |
S |
Front sliding armrest |
OP |
S |
S |
Compass |
S |
S |
S |
Genuine walnut wood
trim |
S |
S |
S |
Genuine Myrtle or
Vavona wood trim |
• |
OP |
OP |
Aluminum accents |
S |
S |
S |
Floor-mounted chrome
trim |
• |
S |
S |
Doorsills with chrome
trim |
S |
S |
S |
Ambient lighting |
S |
S |
S |
Privacy glass |
S |
S |
S |
60/40 split folding
rear seat |
S |
S |
S |
Rear sunshades |
OP |
S |
S |
 |
| Exterior |
V6 |
V8 |
V8X |
Automatic headlights
with coming and leaving home feature |
S |
S |
S |
Bi-xenon headlamps
with washer system |
O |
O/OP |
S |
Chrome trim |
S |
S |
S |
Power folding exterior
mirrors with memory feature |
OP |
S |
S |
Rain sensor automatic
wiper speed control |
S |
S |
S |
Power glass sunroof |
S |
S |
S |
Adjustable roof rack |
S |
S |
S |
Side step bar |
• |
• |
S |
Fender protection |
• |
• |
S |
Skid plates |
• |
• |
S |
Hatch closing assistance |
S |
S |
S |
Trailer hitch preparation |
S |
S |
S |
Inflatable spare tire |
S |
S |
• |
Full-size, rear mounted
spare tire |
• |
• |
S |
S
= Standard O = Optional OP
= Optional Package • = Not Available |
|
| Performance &
Engineering
|
V6 |
V8 |
| Engine |
3.2 Liter V6 |
4.2 Liter V8 |
Horsepower (hp @ rpm) |
220 @ 5400 –
6400 |
310 @ 6200 |
Torque (lbs-ft @ rpm) |
225 @ 3200 |
302 @ 3000 - 4000 |
Drivetrain |
Permanent 4WD |
Permanent 4WD |
Transmission |
6-speed automatic
with Tiptronic® |
6-speed automatic
with Tiptronic® |
Brakes |
4-wheel vented
disc |
4-wheel vented
disc |
ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System) |
Standard |
Standard |
Front Suspension |
Fully independent |
Optional four-corner
air |
Rear Suspension |
Fully independent |
Optional four-corner
air |
Passenger volume
(cu. ft.) |
59.5 |
59.5 |
Head room (front/rear,
inches) |
39.7/38.9 |
39.7/38.9 |
Front and rear
volume (cu. ft.) |
55.1/44.4 |
55.1/44.4 |
Leg room (front/rear,
inches) |
41.3/35.6 |
41.3/35.6 |
Shoulder room
(front/rear, inches) |
57.7/57.4 |
57.7/57.4 |
Wheelbase (inches) |
112.4 |
112.4 |
Length (inches) |
187.2 |
187.2 |
Track (front/rear, inches) |
64.9/65.3 |
64.9/65.3 |
Width (inches) |
75.9 |
75.9 |
Fuel Tank Capacity (gallons) |
26.4 |
26.4 |
Cargo Capacity
(seats up/lowered, cubic ft.)* |
17.7/53.6 |
17.7/53.6 |
Towing Capacity (pounds)* |
7700* |
7700* |
 |
| Off-road Capabilities*
|
without
air suspension |
with air
suspension |
Departure angle |
28.1° |
33.6° |
Approach angle |
28.4° |
33.2° |
Ground Clearance |
9.3" (237mm)
|
11.8" (300mm)
|
Breakover angle |
22.1° |
27.2° |
Fording depth |
19.7" (500mm)
|
22.8" (580mm)
|
Maximum grade |
45° |
45° |
| *Preliminary information only,
based on European model. |
*Source: VWOA*