The Volkswagen Touareg V-10 TDI diesel has never been a slouch when it comes to impressive power, but the Touareg R50 TDI model being introduce on October 11, 2007 offers even more power than it predecessor. The new tweaked R50 version has 350 oil-burning (or biodiesel if you dare) horsepower and 627 lb-ft of earth pounding torque. This power is  linked to a Dakar winning, Pikes Peak climbing  4MOTION all-wheel drive system and stellar handling suspension makes it easy to get to Starbucks on even the most challenging days.
 

From Volkswagen’s press release:

In another world premiere for the Australian International Motor Show, Volkswagen has announced it will unveil its new Touareg R50 in Sydney next week (11 October). Developed by a team of specialists at Volkswagen Individual GmbH, the Touareg R50 is one of the most powerful SUVs in the world. While Volkswagen has yet to announce detailed specifications, it promises the R50 boasts “generous” increases on the 230kW of power and 750Nm of torque produced by the current V10 TDi model on which it is based. Bigger wheels and tyres and tweaked suspension complete the high-performance package. Volkswagen Individual GmbH has also designed new exterior and interior features to reflect the R philosophy.

The R50 is the third model to appear under Volkswagen’s sporty R label, following in the footsteps of the Golf R32 and the new Passat R36 - which was launched last month at the Frankfurt Motor Show. All three models have 4MOTION all-wheel drive to guarantee optimal traction.