Volkswagen lanzará a la venta el jueves que viene la nueva Taos fabricada en la Argentina y toda la información ya la estamos publicando acá. Sin embargo, al mismo tiempo, la Taos fabricada en México también se está presentando en Estados Unidos. Y, para celebrarlo, en América del Norte hoy se presentó la Taos Basecamp Concept. Es un prototipo one-off, inspirado en el camping y la aventura.
La Taos argentina, que se exportará a varios países de América Latina, se ofrecerá en una primera etapa con motor 250 TSi (1.4 turbonaftero, 150 cv y 250 Nm), sólo con caja automática con convertidor de par (Tiptronic de seis marchas) y tracción delantera.
La Taos fabricada en México para el mercado de Estados Unidos, en cambio, tiene un 1.5 turbonaftero (160 cv y 250 Nm), que se combina con caja automática de doble embrague (DSG de siete marchas) y opción de tracción delantera o integral (4Motion).
Esta última mecánica es la que se utilizó para la Basecamp Concept, al mismo tiempo que se modificaron las suspensiones para lograr un mayor despeje del suelo.
La preparación de la Basecamp se completa con neumáticos off-road (Falken Wildpeak A/T Trail 225/65R17), llantas más rústicas en negro, zócalos y apliques inferiores en plástico satinado, pintura bitono, un gran portaequipaje sobre el techo y reja divisoria en la zona del baúl.
La Basecamp Concept no saldrá a la venta. Como ya ocurrió en su momento con la Atlas Basecamp Concept (tres filas de asientos, Segmento D, mediano) es sólo una demostración de producto para el espíritu aventurero con el que sueña VW.
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En 2019, VW de Estados Unidos presentó la Basecamp Concept basada en la Atlas fabricada en USA (Segmento D, mediano).
Y hoy se presentó la nueva Basecamp Concept fabricada en México, sobre la base de la Taos (Segmento C, compacto).
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Comunicado de prensa de Volkswagen Estados Unidos Introducing the Taos Basecamp Concept, a peek at a future accessories package
Inspired by the positive response from the 2019 Atlas Basecamp Concept and the Basecamp accessories line offered for Atlas models, Volkswagen has created a one-of-a-kind concept build that highlights the adaptability and adventurous style of the new Taos compact SUV.
The Taos Basecamp Concept was conceived by the Volkswagen Design Team in Oxnard, California, and incorporates bold fender flares, all-terrain wheels and tires, and a new color scheme. Contrasting silver rocker cladding ties into the front and rear skid plates to complement the rugged appearance that is reminiscent of the previous Atlas Basecamp concept vehicle.
“The Taos is a great compact SUV from the start,” says Reto Brun, Director of the Volkswagen Design Center California. “Following the design strategy we established with the 2019 Atlas Basecamp Concept, the Taos Basecamp Concept is refinished in Waimea blue paint with gloss black trim elements and a matte black hood and roof. Orange accents in the Basecamp badges, mirror caps and side decals were incorporated to punctuate the Basecamp design identity.”
The modifications for the Taos Basecamp Concept were designed for those who want to travel off the beaten road. Upgrades include a raised suspension from H&R Special Springs LP, custom Traverse MX wheels by fifteen52 wrapped in 225/65R17 Falken Wildpeak A/T Trail tires, and a custom Thule Canyon XT roof basket with integrated off-road LED lighting from Baja Designs.¹ Its interior has been modified with a custom cargo divider supplied by Polytec Group to allow the driver the ability to store away their key sporting accessories, including ropes and carabiners.
“Many are venturing into the great outdoors and require vehicles with the innovations to accommodate their active lifestyles,” says Robert Gal, Senior Manager of Performance and Accessories at Volkswagen of America.
It also features several elements of the future Taos Basecamp production styling package. These enhancements include aggressive front and rear fender flares with integrated splashguards, lower door skid plates, and a one-of-a-kind Basecamp badge designed to be displayed on the car’s front grille. The badge and other styling package components were manufactured and provided by Air Design.
The Volkswagen team plans to debut the Taos Basecamp Concept in Helen, Georgia, from May 20 to May 23. The Taos Basecamp concept will serve as the first Volkswagen to debut the latest Gentex HomeLink Bluetooth® enabled frameless mirror with integrated compass.
¹ Modifying vehicles with lift components will change the vehicle’s center of gravity, and could adversely affect handling, warranty coverage and compliance with safety and other standards.
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