The Volkswagen Group has had a penchant of late for nautically-themed SUVs. Starting with the Audi Q7 Coastline revealed at the Geneva Motor Show back in March and then followed up with the Audi Sydney Harbour Regatta that same month, now the carmaker has revealed the Touareg North Sails Concept, which will be on display at this week's Travemünder Woche sailing event in Germany.

Unlike the previous Q7 Coastline, which was a purely in-house effort, the new Touareg North Sails was built in partnership with leading sail manufacturer North Sails. The VW is also not as complete an excursion into the world of yachts as the Audi, missing out on the wooden rear deck and aluminium cargo hold.

Interior design draws on classic nautical colours and materials
The latest Touareg North Sails is easily distinguishable by its iridescent pearl white finish. Other unique exterior features include 19-inch alloy wheels, a custom bumper with integrated fog lights, and aquamarine blue-coloured lights replacing the standard yellow indicators.

Inside, the cabin has been dressed up with natural teak wood flooring panels, Alcantara roof lining, seat upholstery made of plush velvet and Nappa leather trim. Adding to the maritime theme are the aluminium highlights with North Sail badges, American walnut veneer trim, a white centre console and more aluminium used for the door sills.

A matching marine-themed bicycle, which neatly stows in the rear compartment, is also included with the concept.

There are currently no known plans for production as the extra weight and expense of the sea-going materials makes it a very unlikely candidate for the showroom.

Volkswagen Touareg North Sails Concept

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