2011 Volkswagen Touareg Golden Edition Concept

The all-new Volkswagen SUV concept cars bearing the Touareg nameplate to presented at the first Qatar Motor Show (26-29 January, 2011). The Race Touareg 3 Qatar is a street legal version of the racecar that took part in this year’s Dakar competition, while the Touareg Gold Edition is a one-of-kind special decorated with 24-carat gold parts.

Both has different needs, although we’re pretty sure that there are plenty of thrill seeking sheiks with a gold fetish out there interested in buying both, should the concepts ever make it into series production.

The Touareg powered by an unspecified 310HP engine. While the Race Touareg is all about performance, the 360HP Volkswagen Touareg Golden Edition Concept redefines bling with its gold-plated 22-inch wheels, roof rails, protective guard strips, window frames, mirror caps, boot sill trim and parts of the fascia. The finishing touches are represented by the same “Magic Morning” body color and “Touareg V8” inscription.

In interior includes an ode to opulence with most of the dials, switches and other elements receiving the 24-carat gold treatment, complemented by Walnut Burr accents and exquisite leather. The seats are wrapped in cream Nappa leather with ornamental stitching, while the dashboard is trimmed in contrasting, natural brown leather.