The Sharan Contents. 4­9 Quality. 10 ­ 13 Safety. 14 ­ 15 Engines. 16 ­ 27 Equipment. 18 20 22 24 ­ 27 The Sharan S and BlueMotion S. The Sharan SE. The Sharan Sport. Optional equipment. 28 ­ 33 Colours and upholstery. 30 32 Paint and upholstery. Combinations. 34 ­ 37 Engine specifications. 34 Technical specifications. 38 Volkswagen service. Model shown is Sport with optional metallic paint. 2 3 The Sharan. With the Sharan, you enter a totally new world of driving. One in which travel itself becomes an experience to savour. Driving is no longer a chore because all around you are space, freedom and comfort. In fact, there's ample room for the driver and six adult passengers to sit back, relax and enjoy their individually formed `business class' seats. But the other beauty of the Sharan is its flexibility ­ by removing the rear seats you can open up a massive 2,610 cubic litres of storage space. Model shown is Sport with optional metallic paint. 4 5 01 Engineering for all the family. As you climb aboard the Sharan, you'll immediately notice three things ­ space, comfort and quality. Every model in the Sharan range is equipped with five single seats in the rear. And with wide opening doors, it's extremely easy for your passengers to get in and out of the Sharan. Choose a Sharan and you'll also gain great versatility. Because with a few simple steps you can transform your car from a spacious saloon to a vehicle capable of transporting large, bulky items. When the rear seats are folded down, a useful table is formed which is ideal for a business meeting or a family picnic. You can even specify 180° rotating front seats* as an optional extra, allowing you to face your companions around a table. * Not available on automatic models. 01 The middle row of three seats folds down to allow easy access to the two rear seats. Interior shown is Sport. 6 7 01 03 03 02 01 Luggage can be securely fastened through the pre-fitted tying loops. 02 Need room for large, bulky items? Why not use your Sharan? 03 The optional sumptuous leather upholstery provides even more luxury. Please note, 180° rotating front seats are not available on automatic models. Some parts of leather interior will contain artificial leather. Create your own space. When you need to transport the bulkiest of items, the Sharan is at your disposal. Its ingenious seats can either fold down or be removed altogether, creating a huge 2,610 cubic litres of capacity, according to ISO 3832. Once removed, the seat sockets have their own covers to help ensure that no luggage will get caught and damaged. It's just another small feature that highlights the attention to detail in the Sharan. Loading and unloading often means sliding items on the lip of the boot, which can damage the paintwork. Not with the Sharan, as it's fitted with a specially designed loading edge protector. 8 9 01 01 Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP) is available as an option on certain engines. Superior engineering for your safety. Performance can be viewed in many different ways. Some look for top speed, others seek acceleration statistics. At Volkswagen we also include engine efficiency, roadholding and safety. We believe such a measurement is a more accurate reflection of the Sharan's superior engineering. The chassis, for example, is extremely rigid, so that in the event of an accident damage is minimised and controlled around the inner survival zone. Its strength also helps create the kind of roadholding that sets the Sharan apart from the competition. The chassis works in harmony with the suspension by ironing out uneven road surfaces, providing a smooth ride along a straight road, but also perfect balance through a corner. Braking is also a feature that we are justifiably proud of in the Sharan. Its short stopping distance is achieved through an advanced Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) that works in conjunction with Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (EBD). This system regulates the front and rear brake pressure via the ABS system. Volkswagen's Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP) is available as an option on certain engines. This intelligent system detects critical situations developing, such as understeer. It responds in milliseconds by applying the brakes to individual wheels and automatically adjusting the engine's power. Model shown is Sport with optional metallic paint. 10 11 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 01 The proven safety of ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is standard on all Sharan models. 02 Front airbags are standard to protect the driver and front seat passenger. The passenger's airbag can also be deactivated using a key operated switch located in the glovebox. 03 Seat-mounted side airbags are also standard, protecting the driver and front passenger from side impact. 04 Middle row, centre seat three-point seat belts are standard on all Sharan models. 05 Curtain airbags help to protect the driver and middle row passenger during a side impact. 06 With front and rear parking sensors you'll have more spaces to choose from. Standard on SE and Sport models. 07 The integrated child seat has three settings suited to children between nine to 18 kg, 15-25 kg and 22-36 kg. We recommend, however, that the child seat only be used by children from the age of two years. The seat shown has been set up for children classified by ECE-R 44 in class one (nine to 18 kg). Please refer to the safety section of the Sharan Owner's Manual for operating instructions. Two integrated child seats are fitted as standard to the Sharan SE in the outer seats of the middle row. Optional on the S, BlueMotion S and standard on SE and Sport models are front and rear parking sensors. This ingenious system will detect objects located behind your vehicle as well as making parking in the smallest spaces so much easier. Sensors in the front and rear bumpers operate by ultrasound and emit a bleep. As objects get closer, the sound signal becomes more frequent. 12 13 Whilst ABS and optional ESP are active safety features that help you avoid accidents in the first instance, the Sharan is also equipped with many passive safety features. Passive features are there to protect you in the unfortunate event of an accident. The Sharan's great protection begins with the immense strength built into its design. The crash optimised bodywork was initially conceived by computer simulations to identify the most vulnerable areas. These areas then received added strength, like the vertical fixed supports and columns that are developed to absorb energy. After computer simulations, actual crash test scenarios were performed to verify effectiveness. When it comes to the highest protection, airbags play an equally important role. Airbags have been one of the most significant safety advancements in recent years and the Sharan not only benefits from driver's and front passenger's airbags with passenger's airbag deactivation switch located in the glovebox, but also front seat side and curtain airbags to provide added protection for the driver and front passenger. Following an accident, airbags activate in milliseconds to cushion the front occupants and minimise any injuries. The seat belts in the Sharan are designed for maximum comfort and protection. The driver's and front passenger's seat belts are height-adjustable. All seven seats are equipped with three-point belts, with the outer belts on the middle row also being height-adjustable. Every seat is fitted with an adjustable head restraint, not just for comfort, but as a safety measure in the event of a collision. Protecting the youngest members of your family receives special attention with integrated child safety seats. These seats take away all the hassle of installing and removing a traditional child seat. Two are fitted as standard to the Sharan SE model (in the outer seats of the middle row) and up to two more can be fitted as an optional extra. On S, BlueMotion S and Sport models, up to four seats can be fitted as optional extras. There is also the innovative Isofix child seat mounting system which allows the Volkswagen approved Isofix child safety seat to be fixed securely to the Sharan. Please note that the Isofix mounting system is not available with integrated child seats. In addition, all rear doors are fitted with child locks. 01 02 01 All manual Sharan models feature a six speed gearbox to obtain maximum efficiency from the available power. 02 Our highly efficient* 2.0 litre TDI 140 PS engine benefits from turbocharging and `Pumpe Düse' technology. Striking the balance between performance and economy. When you drive a Sharan, you'll experience a method of travel that's hugely different from your average saloon. The Sharan accommodates up to six passengers in refined comfort, yet still cruises effortlessly along a motorway and delivers impressive acceleration and speed when required. There are three engines available ­ one petrol and two diesel. The petrol engine is a 2.0 litre 115 PS unit available for the S, which is available as a six speed manual. Two diesels are available, both featuring Volkswagen's `Pumpe Düse' technology that is capable of producing an injection pressure of over 2,000 bar. Diesels have long been associated with outstanding fuel economy, saving money through more miles per gallon. But have you ever considered a diesel because of its performance? Experience one of the latest generation diesels from Volkswagen and you'll be in for a pleasant surprise. We've patented a number of technological breakthroughs such as the `Pumpe Düse' injection technique that injects fuel under extreme pressure direct into the combustion chamber. This results in a much more efficient combustion process, thereby combining low fuel consumption with excellent performance. A further advancement has been a `pilot injection' system. This ignites a minuscule amount of fuel before the actual combustion and serves to reduce engine noise. It means that the quietness and smoothness of Volkswagen's latest generation diesels makes them hardly distinguishable from a petrol engine. The first diesel option, a 1.9 litre generating 115 PS, available as a six speed manual or for those who prefer more relaxed driving, a five speed automatic tiptronic. In manual form, this engine can achieve 43.5 mpg* over the Combined fuel cycle and reach a top speed of 112 mph, where the law permits. The second diesel, a 2.0 litre TDI 140 PS can reach 119 mph where the law permits, accelerate from 0 - 62 mph in 12.2 seconds, yet return 42.8 mpg* over the Combined fuel cycle. Air cooling and variable turbo geometry add to its performance capability, allowing a smooth supply of power even at low revolutions. * Please see pages 34 and 35 for CO2 emissions and fuel consumption figures. Please note, driving conditions within inner-cities and the Channel Islands may not provide optimum conditions for the use of DPF technology. Therefore, it is advised that you consider this before ordering your vehicle with DPF. Specify the BlueMotion S and the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) comes as standard, and combined with improved aerodynamics and gear ratios, produces reduced fuel consumption and improved CO2 emissions. The BlueMotion S can achieve 47.1 mpg* on the Combined fuel cycle and CO2 emissions are reduced to 159 g/km, making this the most economical and environmentally friendly Sharan ever produced. The 2.0 litre TDI 140 PS is also available with an optional Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF). This is part of the exhaust system responsible for cleaning the exhaust gases before they enter the atmosphere. In addition to converting the harmful exhaust gases in the same way as a conventional catalytic converter, the DPF uses advanced technology to reduce the emission of black smoke and soot. It filters the exhaust gases and particles before they leave the vehicle exhaust system, resulting in a cleaner environment and less pollution entering the atmosphere. 14 15 You can fit an enormous amount into the Sharan. Like a comprehensive range of standard equipment. Model shown is Sport with optional metallic paint. 16 17 05 01 The Sharan S and BlueMotion S. An MPV can provide the space, comfort and practicality required for business needs or the growing family. The Sharan S features a host of standard features others would class as extras, including a coming home lighting function, a cooled glovebox that is also illuminated and lockable, electric windows for the front and middle row, manual rear vent windows and a radio/MP3 compatible CD player with 10 speakers. For added comfort the Sharan is fitted with front and rear electronic climate 02 control which allows the front and rear passengers their own different temperature settings. Naturally, safety is high on the list of standard equipment too. A curtain airbag system, front seat side impact airbags, driver's and front passenger's airbags with passenger's airbag ...