VW introduced last week at the Geneva Motor Show a hotter version of the Polo model which comes with the company’s 4-cylidner 1.4-liter turbocharged engine, benefiting from the cylinder deactivation system to save fuel.
VW Polo Blue GT
This engine is capable of developing 138 hp and is enough to allow the car to hit 62 mph in 7.9 seconds, on its way to a maximum speed of 131 mph. The power unit is linked to a 6-speed manual gearbox. The Polo GTI has the same engine but it produces 178 hp, allowing the car to do the 0-62 mph sprint in 6.9 seconds, en route to a top speed of 142 mph.
VW Polo Blue GT
The new Volkswagen Polo Blue GT benefits from the ACT cylinder deactivation system that is capable of closing two of the two cylinders on part throttle loads, allowing the car to return 60.1 mpg UK. When fitted with the optional 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox, the Polo Blue GT is capable of returning 62.7 mpg UK.
The German automaker Volkswagen has introduced at this year’s edition of the Geneva Motor Show the Cabriolet version of the Golf GTI. The last time when we saw this version of the GTI was during the first generation of the car which came out several decades ago. Most likely, this is the last hurrah before the seventh generation of the Golf will come out in 2013.
Volkswagen Golf GTI Cabriolet
Under the hood of the VW Golf GTI Cabriolet rests a 2.0-liter turbo engine that produces 208 hp (210 PS / 155 kW) and a maximum torque of 206 lb.-ft (280 Nm). As standard, this engine is mated to a 6-speed manual transmission while for more money you will be able to get it with the optional dual-clutch, 6-speed DSG gearbox.
Volkswagen Golf GTI Cabriolet
It needs 7.3 seconds for the 0-62 mph sprint, which is 0.4 seconds lower than its hatchback sibling. This cabrio is capable of reaching a top speed of 147 mph (236 km/h). To fully retract the electrically-powered fabric roof you will have to wait about 9.5 seconds and drive the car at speeds of up to 18 mph (30 km/h).
The price list for the Volkswagen Golf GTI will be announced this spring, with sales starting in the second half of this year.
The Alltrack version of the Volkswagen Passat was launched last year at the Tokyo Auto Show and now we’ve learned that the car is available in some markets in Europe. This estate model soft-roader wannabe comes with a more rugged design in comparison to the standard version, thanks to the inclusion of front and rear underbody plates, black plastic cladding around the side sills and wheel arches for protective purposes, a matte chrome finish for the window surrounds, roof rails and door mirrors. Also new are the alloy wheels which are available exclusively for this version.
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
The ground clearance has been raised from the standard 135 mm to 165 mm, while the car’s front approach angle is now 16 degrees, instead of the regular 13.5 degrees. This Alltrack version of the Volkswagen Passat also has a higher departure angle of 13.6 degrees while the regular model has 11.9 degrees. VW’s engineers also have improved the ramp angle for crossing over a hill to 12.8 degrees, compared to 9.5 degrees.
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
Clients are able to choose from one of the following four engines: a 1.8-liter TSI gasoline engine that pumps out 158 hp (160 PS), a beefier 2.0-liter TSI gasoline unit with 208 hp (210 PS), along with a more frugal 2.0-liter TDI diesel that churns 138 hp (140 PS) or 168 hp (170 PS).
The German automaker Volkswagen has revealed the other day its intensions of bringing a TDI-powered Beetle to the United States. This version of the car will be makings it public debut next week at the Chicago Auto Show. As you would expect, the Beetle TDI will look just about the same as its gasoline-powered sibling, except for some additional chrome trim, special badging and unique 17-inch alloys.
2013 Volkswagen Beetle TDI
Inside the cabin there aren’t many modifications, but there will be a supplementary pod that has a stopwatch as well as oil temperature and turbo boost gauges. Some of the optional features which will be available for the 2013 Volkswagen Beetle TDI include GPS navigation, a Fender audio system and a panoramic tilt/slide sunroof.
2013 Volkswagen Beetle TDI
The car is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel engine that pumps out 138 hp (140 PS / 103 kW) and a peak torque of 236 lb.-ft (320 Nm). The power unit can be mated to either a 6-speed manual or a dual-clutch gearbox, allowing the Beetle TDI to return 29 mpg in the city and 39 mpg on the highway.
2013 Volkswagen Beetle TDI
We don’t have any details at the moment about the price tag of this 2013 Volkswagen Beetle TDI, but we do know that it will go on sale this summer.
The German automaker Volkswagen unveiled earlier this week the new MQB platform at the company’s headquarters located in Wolfsburg. This new platform will be used not only for the seventh generation of the Golf, but also for a bunch of other models, like the next-gen Beetle, Polo, Scirocco, Tiguan, Jetta, Sharan, Touran, Passat and the CC (former Passat CC). In addition, it will be used for the new generation of the Audi A3, along with the other derivatives from Skoda and Seat.
Integrated in this MQB strategy are two new power unit lineups: the MOB – modular petrol engine with outputs that vary from 60 PS up to 150 PS, including here the first inline-four with cylinder deactivation (aka DCT), and the MDB – modular diesel engine with outputs from 90 PS to 190 PS. Volkswagen has stated at this event that the new engine series will reduce the engine and gearbox variants of the Group in the MQB system by approximately 90%.
The seventh generation of the popular Golf is scheduled to make its first public appearance at the Paris Motor Show this fall. Before that, next month in Geneva we will see the new generation of the Audi A3.
2011 was the fourth consecutive year when the Volkswagen Golf managed to grab the title for the best-selling vehicle in Europe. Even though sales went down by 2%, the German carmaker still managed to deliver 484,547 units of the Golf, followed by the Polo which was delivered to 356,490 units.
The third best-selling car in Europe was the Ford Fiesta, with 348,465 units sold, followed by the Opel/Vauxhall Corsa with 313,325 units. On the fifth place came the Renault Clio which was ordered by 294,172 people.
The seventh generation of the Volkswagen Golf will be introduced this year at the Paris Motor Show.
According to Auto Motor und Sport, the seventh generation of the Volkswagen Golf will be making its official debut later on this year at the Paris Motor Show which will be organized in September. The car is expected to be wider and longer than the current model and it will ride on the new MQB platform that was also used for the Cross Coupe concept.
The VW Golf 7 will have a sleeker styling with a lower roofline and steeply-raked windscreen. Some say that it will also adopt a sportier interior cabin that will feature a new instrument panel that will be angled towards the driver.
We don’t know what engines will power the Golf 7 but most likely we should see a wide array of gasoline and diesel units. According to various sources, the GTI version might get an upgraded 4-cylinder 2.0-liter that generates 220 hp (223 PS / 164 kW).
Auto Motor und Sport says that at the Paris Motor Show we should also see a new Porsche concept, the next-generation Mazda 6 and Skoda Octavia, along with BMW’s front-wheel drive van and the Opel Junior.
The German automaker Volkswagen has revealed new details about the European-spec CC which is scheduled to arrive starting with this February. The style of the 2012 CC has been updated with the company’s newest design language, including both new front and rear fascias with bi-xenon headlights and a new look for the tail lights.
2012 Volkswagen CC
The European version of the Volkswagen CC will be available with a choice of six power units. There are three diesel engines that come with an output ranging from 138 hp (140 PS / 103 kW) to 295 hp (300 PS / 220 kW). All these engines feature the stop/start system and have a battery regeneration mode in the standard configuration. The other three engines are running on gasoline and have an output that varies between 158 hp (160 PS / 118 kW) and 296 hp (300 PS / 220 kW).
The German automaker Volkswagen has introduced this year at the Detroit Motor Show the hybrid version of the Jetta model which will be capable of returning 45 mpg (54 mpg UK or 5.2 liters / 100 km). It will be able to do the 0-62 mph sprint in less than 9 seconds which is fairly decent for a hybrid vehicle.
Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid
Speaking of the hybrid powertrain, it includes a 1.4-liter turbocharged gasoline power unit that generates 150 hp and a peak torque of 184 lb.-ft., along with the 27 hp (20 kW) electric motor and a 1.1 kWh battery which has been installed behind the rear bench. The combined output of the Jetta Hybrid is a respectable 170 PS and it is sent to the wheels in the front via the dual-clutch 7-speed DSG transmission.
Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid
The car will come with a parallel hybrid system just like the one on the Touareg Hybrid which uses a decoupling clutch that is able to disengage both the gasoline engine for pure electric mode drive or when braking or coasting and the electric motor for when driving with higher speeds or when the battery level is low. In addition, it can also combine the two units for providing maximum output whenever necessary.
Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid
Running the Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid on electric mode can be done over a distance of 1.3 miles (2 km) and it can be driven at speeds of up to 44 mph (70 km/h). The German carmaker said that the hybrid weighs 220 pounds (100 kg) more in comparison to the standard variant of the car, weighing a total of less than 3,307 lbs. (1,500 kg).
Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid
Aside from the mechanical changes that come with a hybrid model, this one adopts a bunch of aerodynamic improvements like the new design of the front spoiler, rear spoiler and the rear diffuser which can all improve the Jetta’s Cd value by 10% in comparison with the traditional-powered model. Aside from these changes, the Jetta Hybrid adopts new headlamps that have LED daytime running lights, along with LED tail lamps and unique 15-inch alloys wrapped around in low-rolling tires.
Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid
The Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid features a newly designed exhaust system as well as thicker front side windows and an acoustic windscreen in order to make the interior cabin quieter. The instrument panel now has a new design which includes a new screen along with a “power meter” plus a multifunction display located on the left side.
The car is scheduled to go on sale this November in the United States and Canada. We don’t know if Volkswagen will introduce the car to other markets.
The facelift for the Volkswagen CC was shown for the first time back in November last year at the Los Angeles Motor Show and now the German automaker has revealed the price list for the UK market. The car is now available for order in United Kingdom and the first deliveries are expected to commence on April 16th.
The starting price for the CC is 24,000 pounds (OTR) for the 1.8-liter TSI 160 PS version, while the top-spec GT model that is powered by a 2.0-liter TDI 170 PS engine will set you back at least 30,100 pounds (OTR). The latter comes with a DSG double clutch gearbox and the company’s BlueMotion Technology.
2012 Volkswagen CC
Previously known as the Passat CC, the facelift version brings a new design for the front and rear ends, and it is offered in two different trim levels. Customers are able to choose from one of the four available engines, including the 1.8-liter TSI engine that fires 160 PS, a beefier 2.0-liter TSI with 210 PS, along with two 2.0-liter TDI common rail diesels offered with 140 PS or 170 PS.
The entry-level VW CC comes with iPod and Bluetooth connectivity, DAB digital radio, climate control, 17-inch alloys, ESP, brake energy recuperation, bi-xenon headlights and a touchscreen satellite navigation system.
The GT version of the four-door coupe brings heated front seats, front and rear parking sensors, cruise control, three-mode adaptive chassis control, 18-inch alloys, heat insulating tinted glass from the B-pillar back, front fog lights and full Nappa leather upholstery.
Several days ago Volkswagen has introduced the Caravelle Edition 25 in the United Kingdom which is offered as standard with a Candy White finish, but clients are able to choose the optional Reflex Silver metallic paint. The special version of the van rides on 18-inch alloys painted in black and comes with xenon headlights plus LED daytime running lights.
It also has a bunch of satin black styling accents, Bluetooth support, three-zone Climatic air conditioning system, reversing camera, voice-activated satellite navigation and Lane Change Assist system.
Volkswagen Caravelle Edition 25
The car is motivated by a 2.0-liter Bi-Turbo common rail diesel engine that is linked to a 7-speed DGS transmission and the company’s 4MOTION all-wheel drive system. The engine is capable of developing 180PS and it allows the Caravelle Edition 25 to do the 0-62 mph sprint in 11.3 seconds, en route to a top speed of 119 mph. Efficiency-wise, the vehicle should be able to return 34.9 mpg UK and have CO2 emissions of 214 g/km.
Volkswagen has stated that they will be making only 225 units of this model and each of these will carry a base price of 44,995 pounds.
A Polish racing team led by Paul Dytko has created this Volkswagen rally prototype, in preparation for the upcoming 2012 FIA European Hill-Climb Championship season. This is a custom built car and has nothing to do in common with the Volkswagen Motorsport’s Polo R WRC. The rally prototype features an impressive turbo engine that develops 400 hp (405 PS / 298 kW) and it allows the car to do the 0-62 mph sprint in approximately 4 seconds.
VW Polo racing prototype
As you would imagine, the costs for developing such a car are quite huge and Dytko’s team is still looking for sponsors who are willing to sponsor the evolution of the car, the next step being the introduction of a full steel tube chassis.
Source: germancarscene.com
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Set to be officially unveiled next week during the Tokyo Motor Show, the Volkswagen Passat Alltrack will be making an appearance in the showrooms next year. This is a more rugged version of the Passat estate and comes with an all-wheel drive configuration in the United Kingdom and will be slotted between the regular Passat estate and the Tiguan.
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
UK buyers will be able to order the car with a 2.0-liter turbodiesel engine that fires 138 hp or 168 hp, and it comes fitted with the company’s 4Motion all-wheel drive technology. In the rest of Europe, the Passat Alltrack is going to be available with a FWD configuration and gasoline engines. The 138 hp diesel engine will be linked to a 6-speed manual gearbox, while the beefier one is mated to a 6-speed DSG.
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
The German car maker has stated that the Alltrack version of the Passat estate has real off-road capabilities, something that is emphasized with both equipment and styling. The front and rear bumpers have been revised and now adopt a more Tiguan-like appearance, while the Touareg-inspired flared wheel arches will be wrapped around in black plastic cladding. Even though there are some changes to the exterior of the car, the Alltrack Passat’s dimensions are the same as the ones of the regular Passat estate, standing at 4771 mm and 1820 mm respectively.
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
The approach angle is 16 degrees while the departure angle is 13.6 degrees and the breakaway angle is 12.8 degrees. All of these have been increased in comparison to the Passat estate while the suspension has been raised by 30 mm in order to provide a higher ground clearance which now is of 165 mm.
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
Another feature that makes this model different from the regular estate version is the Off-Road Driving Program that is borrowed from the Tiguan and the Touareg. It can electronically tune various equipment like the ABS, electronic differential, hill descent, torque control, while the models fitted with the DSG gearbox it can tune the transmission to provide a more focused off-road drive. This system is available up to a speed of 18 mph.
Volkswagen Passat Alltrack
In the United Kingdom, the Volkswagen Passat Alltrack will be offered in only one trim level and will have 18-inch alloys and Alcantara upholstery. Most likely, the car will be available for ordering in April next year and the first deliveries will be made later on in July. We don’t have any details about the price tag of the car but it is safe to assume that it will be more expensive than the Passat estate.
The German automaker Volkswagen revealed a few days ago at the Los Angeles Auto Show the new generation of the CC model which will no longer carry the “Passat” designation. Some of the most noticeable exterior modifications include a new chrome grille, revised headlamps that now feature LED daytime running lights, along with a new bumper. At the back we find updated LED tail lamps, along with new bumper and boot designs.
2013 Volkswagen CC
Inside the cabin there are new trim options and climate controls as well as new stainless steel door sills. Probably the most important change inside is the inclusion of a three-seat rear bench which replaces the previous two individual bucket seats.
2013 Volkswagen CC
The U.S.-spec model will be available with the same engines as before: a 4-cylinder 2.0-liter unit that produces 200 hp and a beefier naturally aspirated V6 3.6-liter that generates 280 hp. Both of these engines benefit from the direct injection technology.
2013 Volkswagen CC
For the new model Volkswagen decided to add a bunch of systems like the Side Assist Plus with Lane Assist which warns the driver of the car’s blind spots and it can also make the necessary direction changes in order to avoid an accident. The U.S. model will also be available with an optional Dynamic Light Assist plus a traffic sign detection system.
2013 Volkswagen CC
The 2013 Volkswagen CC will be launched at first in Germany in February 2012, followed by the rest of Europe and the United States.
At VW’s stand at the Los Angeles Auto Show there is a very interesting all-electric van called the eT! It was developed as a research project to figure out the viability of electric-only logistics and transport. The van is motivated by electric wheel-hub motors in order to improve space inside the cabin.
Volkswagen eT!
One of the most interesting things about the eT! would have to be its passenger sliding door that also covers access to the front passenger seat. This door has been designed in such a way so that it is meant for the convenience of delivery drivers so that they are able to access the van’s curb side.
Volkswagen eT!
It also has some interesting and useful self-driving features which allow the driver to call the car to follow him down a street while making deliveries. Some of the functions that come with the eT! include “come to me” and “follow me”. On the front passenger side of the Volkswagen eT! there’s a joystick which allows the van to be driven from that seat.
Volkswagen eT!
Dr. Rudolf Krebs who is the Group Manager for Electric Traction at VW said that this car won’t make it as a production model very soon, but nevertheless it gives us a clue about how could a future mail & package delivery vehicle could look like.
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