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Offroad driving
Ground clearance:
Steel suspension max.: 237 mm
Air suspension max.: 300 mm
Drivable angle of slope:
Steel suspension max.: 28°
Air suspension max.: 33°
Drivable ramp angle:
Steel suspension max.: 22°
Air suspension max.: 27°
Possible ford depth:
Steel suspension max.: 500 mm
Air suspension max.: 580 mm
The offroad capability of the Touareg is proven by the following data:
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What does ”ford depth” mean?
The ford depth indicates through what water height a vehicle can slowly drive without the engine taking
on water or water entering the vehicle.
Maximum climbing capability: 45°
(= 100% slope)
Maximum possible lateral inclination: 35°
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