The new 2017 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack has made its debut, and is set to rival Subaru s Outback. Volkswagen is the first manufacturer to directly introduce a car to challenge Subaru, and is looking to increase its share of the SUV market.
The Alltrack runs on Volkswagen s impressive 1.8 litre turbocharged four cylinder gas engine, kicking out 170 horsepower with 199lb.ft of torque. Under normal circumstances, the Alltrack acts like a normal front-wheel-drive car, however when slippage is detected the 4MOTION all-wheel drive system activates, sending 50% of the engine s torque to the rear axles.
The car features on-road and off-road modes as standard. In off-road mode, hill descent controls are activated, and the traction control system is recalibrated. Additionally, the cars display screen shows steering wheel angle, a compass, and the car s current elevation.
Volkswagen hopes that this attractive new car, crammed with front runner tech and with sleek looks, will be a hit when it debuts next year. Having seen what it can do so far, it looks like they might be onto a winner.