Tag: B&B

  • B&B team proudly unveil the revised Velar beast

    2018 B&B Land Rover VelarThe Siegen-based tuner B&B Automobiltechnik studio proudly reveals its latest tuning project. As you have already guessed, we are talking about a mighty Range Rover Velar that is now capable of generating the stunning 450hp and 600Nm of total power output, thanks to the comprehensive custom tuning program.

    The whole project revolves around two tuning stages – the first one focuses around installing an exclusive electronic system and some additional mechanical changes such as changing pressure, compression ratio, intake channels and air ducts. Also, there are some optional ECO systems that can be installed in this stage only. Furthermore, there’s a new sound generator, sporty springs and coilover suspension system.

    2018 B&B Land Rover Velar

    At Stage II the tuning team installs exclusive B&B 6-spiston high-power sports brake system with large 342mm brake discs that are accompanied by original Velar wheels. However, the maximum disc size variant is 370mm and comes with optional and yet recommended 20-inch wheels. Especially created for real sporty action, the special braking system ensures comfortable stopping force and superior performance at high speeds. And given that it is further fine-tuned to meet all the specifications of a SUV, one can be sure that this sexy machine can deliver some adrenaline rush!

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    And as we are talking about sexiness, we should mention that the vehicle comes in neat black body finish that not only contributes to the overall aggressiveness and confidence, but also marks the elegant and yet prominent touch of B&B Automobiltechnik team! Enjoy!

    2018 B&B Land Rover Velar

    Source: B&B Automechanik 

  • B&B team shows off with a monstrous MINI Cooper! Check it out!

    2017 B&B Automobiltechnik MINI Cooper S Countryman As it seems, B&B Performance team is somehow attracted to gearing ridiculous amounts of power in relatively small packages: we have seen he 300hp VW Lupo RS, the 385hp Audi S1 and the 400hp VW Polo VR6 Turbo. But there was still something missing. Indeed, we are talking about a MINI vehicle that has undergone a comprehensive tuning program and now can proudly stay next to its brothers as a small machine with tons of power.

    The lucky MINI is a Cooper S Countryman that can be specified with three levels of engine upgrade. The first level, or also known as Stage 3, offers a total of 275hp (205kW) and 385kW of torque. A neat gap, given that the original setup was capable of producing „only“ 192horsepower and 280Nm. This machine also reaches 100km/h (62mph) in mere 6.2 seconds and has a top speed of 240km/h (the stock model was dealing with 222km/h).

    2017 B&B Automobiltechnik MINI Cooper S Countryman

    What is special about this one is that B&B team has included an exclusive high-performance air-to-air intercooler, a large diametral exhaust downpipe and some comprehensive ECU remap tweaks. Sweet, isn’t it?

    The next stage, so called Stage 2 delivers a total of 245hp and 350Nm of torque and deals with the same exclusive upgrades: air-to-air intercooler, large diametral exhaust, ECU remapping and more.

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    And the last and most advanced pack one can get is the Stage 1 upgrade. This is the so-called flagship model of the tuning project and offers super-comprehensive ECU software remap of the fuel and ignition curves, adds a turbo boost pressure of about 0.2 bards and offers these same power output as the Stage 2, but the difference is in the revising the air intake system, along with the air ducting in order to increase the ram airflow.

    2017 B&B Automobiltechnik MINI Cooper S Countryman

    Furthermore, all Stage levelscan be specified with B&B’s own high flow oil cooler system, also optional exclusive sporty spring kit, coil-over suspension pack and B&B high-performance braking system. And let’s not forget the wheels: these are neat B&B 8,5×20-inch B10 light alloys with 225/30ZR20 tires. Sweet, aren’t they?

    Long story short, these improvements altogether show how a sweet and beautiful MINI can become a rather menacing beast. But tell me, what do you think? Write down in the comment section below!

    Source: B&B Automobiltechnik

  • The latest B&B project includes massive power output and dedicated tea table!

    2017 B&B Volkswagen T6B&B Automobiltechnik team has decided to incorporate all of its 3 decades of experience and knowledge into a single vehicle: an upgraded and revised 2.0 BiTDI diesel VW T6 unit. And the result is quite astonishing: the van not only looks super sexy and menacing, but at the same time offers some tremendous amount of power.

    What the engineering team decided to do is to offer byers several trim levels. All of these so-called Stages offer different kind of goodies. So, let’s check ‘em out!

    2017 B&B Volkswagen T6

    The first trim level, aka Stage 1 comes with sweet 240hp and 500Nm. Also available with this pack is the ECU remap and increased turbo boost pressure.

    The second trim level includes more hardware changes and upgrades and higher amount of power, compared to Stage 1: 275hp and 56Nm of torque. Sweet, isn’t it? This all means that Stage 2 setup aids the vehicle to reach 0-100km/h (62mph) in about 7.8 seconds. Not bad for this kind of vehicle, right?

    SEE ALSO: You need only five steps to boost your Audi S1 to 380HP and 540Nm!

    Furthermore both versions share the same technical improvements and additions: neat B&B audio sound generator that reduces many of the noises in the cabin. There is also an exclusively fine-tuned sport spring kit that adds more stability and lowers vehicle’s height with a total of 45mm: just enough to ensure low center of gravity and enhanced stability in corners.

    2017 B&B Volkswagen T6

    B&B also included neat set of brakes: the whole system includes 342mm diameter vented discs. In fact, there are optionally available larger 396mm set, but it also requires larger set of tires: 19- or 20-inch wheels. In fact, as we talk about wheels, B&B team geared the van with B10 light-alloys, wrapped by 275/35R20 tyres. Sweet!

    2017 B&B Volkswagen T6

    So, do you like it? We most certainly do!

    Source: B&B Automobiltechnik

  • You need only five steps to boost your Audi S1 to 380HP and 540Nm!

    2016 B&B Automobiltechnik Audi S1 front view

    B&B Automobiltechnik offers power upgrades for Audi S1

    B&B Audi S1 is powerful beyond measure, metaphorically speaking. The tuning company has raised the horsepower and torque of this little wolf by applying five separate stages. All you need to know from the start is that the standard output of the S1 is 231 hp (170 kW) and 370 Nm (280 lb-ft) of torque. A true pocket rocket!

    There is a big need for power updating obviously and here is how they have been made with these five simple steps. Basically, there has been applied not only software optimization, but also significant hardware changes. Here are the details.

    SEE ALSO: Believe it or not but this Audi RS3 can make it to 100 km/h in 3.3 seconds 

    Stage 1 starts with “simple” engine conversion that includes fuelling and ignition mapping as well as elimination of the top speed limiter. The result is not much, but still satisfying: 286 hp (210 kW) and 425 Nm (314 lb-ft).

    Stage 2 is about optimization of the intake paths and air ducts, thus making it possible for the Audi to produce 310 hp (228 kW) and 450 Nm (332 lb-ft). The third stage also adds hardware: a B&B downpipe with sports catalyst, which reduces backpressure. As a result, the S1 achieves 326 hp (240 kW) and 475 Nm (350 lb-ft).

    2016 B&B Automobiltechnik Audi S1 engine

    At the next stage the experts at B&B substitute the standard turbocharger with a new one, change the oil cooling system too, and remap everything accordingly. The result of this stage is power of 354 hp (260 kW) and 515 Nm (380 lb-ft). Stage 5 offers a reduction of backpressure and exhaust gas temperatures. This is made possible via bespoke downpipe, while the soundtrack is improved via sports exhaust with a sport catalytic converter. All of this brings about the ultimate result of 380 hp (280 kW) and 540 Nm (399 lb-ft)!

    The power had to be underpinned, so the tuners emphasized the purposeful stance with the addition of sports spring set (35mm lowering), KW V3 coilover suspension, high performance brake system with 342 mm vented front discs, and 18-inch B9 wheels shod with 225/35ZR18 tyres.

    At last, to tease you even more, the final effect of these five stages is not only horsepower upgrades. Here’s the deal: after the tuning, the standard 0-100 km/h time of 5.9 seconds has been cut-off to just 4.5 seconds, while the 0-200 km/h sprint – from 23.6 seconds to 16.8 seconds. The top speed has been unleashed from the electronically limited 250 km/h to 285 km/h.

    Source: B&B Automobiltechnik

  • Believe it or not but this Audi RS3 can make it to 100 km/h in 3.3 seconds

    B&B Audi RS3 8V front viewB&B Audi RS3 8V features unique tuning, which is responsible for making it deliver up to 550 horsepower (404 kW) and 750 Newton meters (554 lb-ft) of torque. In comparison to the stock output, this is a significant gain. Precisely, the market variant of the RS3 8V generates no more than 367 hp (270 kW) and 465 Nm (343 lb-ft) of torque from the 2.5 litre TFSI five-cylinder engine.

    Stages Are Important

    The magic done here is due to the development of four stages of tuning. The first stage sees a remap of the fuel and ignition curves, and an increase in boost pressure of 0.2 bar. As a result, it achieves 430 hp (316 hp) and 620 Nm (458 lb-ft).

    The second stage grants the Audi 450 hp (331 kW) and 655 Nm (484 lb-ft). Here have been optimized the air intake system, ignition remap, and a boost pressure, thus increasing of around 0.25 bar over stock.

    B&B Audi RS3 8V engine

    The Stage 3 delivers 485 hp (357 kW) and 700 Nm (517 lb-ft), and encompasses the Stage 2 air intake mods to which are added an in-house high-performance intercooler and a free flow sports exhaust system.

    At last, to bring about the final goal, the tuning studio had to extract 550 hp and 750 Nm with their Stage 4 conversion. Here, the B&B engineers substituted the factory turbocharger with a larger bespoke unit; added race exhaust system with free flow metal catalysts, along with a high-pressure fuel pump, and an uprated oil cooler system. At last, they optimized the forced air induction and the ECU.

    And Everything Else…

    Additional goodies, which result in power increase of over 15 hp (11 kW) are the bespoke downpipe and sports catalyst. In order to make the soundtrack better, B&B added sports exhaust with high-flow catalyst. Furthermore, the in-house-made sport spring set lowers the ride height of the RS3 with 30 mm and 20 mm, at the front and rear, respectively. This is aided by the KW V3 fully adjustable coilover suspension.

    B&B Audi RS3 8V rear view

    The braking power is ensured by the high-performance brake system, which features 396 mm vented discs used on the front axle and sitting behind the factory 19-inch Audi RS3 wheels. However, the wheel arches look better if one added B&B’s B10 style alloys sized at 20-inches and fitted with 235/30ZR20 tyres.

    It Is All About Numbers

    After all of these modifications, the B&B Audi RS3 8V could eventually sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.3 seconds, which is significantly faster than the standard 4.3 seconds. The 0-200 km/h time is dramatically slashed from 16.1 sec to just 11.8 sec. At last, the ECU remap done here also converted the fabric 250 km/h top speed to the optional 280 km/h, and when the limiter is removed, the B&B Stage 4 RS3 can go over 300 km/h.

    Source: B&B Automobiltechnik

  • Why this MINI John Cooper Works has nothing to do with a regular one?

    B&B MINI John Cooper Works rear viewThis MINI John Cooper Works with a regular one because of many reasons, but if we have to sum them up, it all ends at the work of the German tuning specialists at B&B. To make things a little bit clearer, they have developed a several stage modifications which results in fantastic addition of output for the MINI. And to be even more precise, the stock horses of the car jumped from 231 hp to 300 hp, while the Newton meters – from 320 Nm to 465 Nm.

    Even more: the top speed was changed from 246 km/h to 280 km/h, while the acceleration time (for the 0-100 km/h sprint) dropped from 6.3 sec to 5.4 sec. How did they make things possible? The answer: with a lot of hard and precise work as well as a precise craftsmanship.

    The Three Stages

    B&B MINI John Cooper Works engine

    Well, the aforementioned performance uprating was achieved with the help of Stage 3 conversion, which includes in-house made high-performance intercooler, modified intake ducts and manifold, high-flow exhaust downpipe, and a remap of the fuel, ignition and turbocharger boost curves. The high-flow downpipe actually unleashes approximately 15hp.

    SEE ALSO: What happens when 272HP aren’t enough? Meet the powerful B&B Audi A4 

    Given the fact that there is a Stage 3, to one surely occurs that there are two more. By the way, you have to apply them before reaching to the last one. The Stage 1 offers a slight increase in boost pressure and remap of the fuel and ignition curves. As a result, the output was increased to 272 hp and 400 Nm of torque. The Stage 2 pushes the horses to 286 hp and 430 Nm via the new intake ducts and manifold. The fuel and ignition curves are remapped, and turbo boost increased by 0.25 bar.

    Other Goodies

    B&B MINI John Cooper Works side view

    Improving the soundtrack of the newly uprated MIN is B7B’s sport exhaust with uprated catalytic converter. In addition, to make everything even more harmonious, the chassis received sport spring set, which lowers the ride height by approximately 30 mm and improves the cars handling and looks. There were also added KW V3 coilover suspension kit, 342 mm vented discs in front part of the new high performance brake system and B9 alloy wheels measuring 18-inch.

    Source: B&B Automobiltechnik

  • What happens when 272HP aren’t enough? Meet the powerful B&B Audi A4

     B&B Automobiltechnik Audi A4 8W B9 front viewB&B Automobiltechnik is one of the main featured tuning companies in our blog. Their latest project is based on the favorited Audi A4, equipped with the strongest engine, namely – the 3.0 TDI. As a standard it comes with 272 hp (200 kW) and 600 Nm (443 lb-ft) of torque. However, the 272 number wasn’t enough for the driver of this car. So the tuners stepped in with a special three stage conversion program. What is more, there are some changes made to the handling and appearance of the A4, we should also mention. Here are the details.

    Three Stages for Perfect Output

    The first stage pumps up the output of the V6 to 310 hp (228 kW) and 670 Nm (495 lb-ft). Stage 2 brings the numbers to 326 hp (240 kW) with 695 Nm (513 lb-ft). The final stage swells the output to the impressive 350 hp (257 kW) and 725 Nm (535 lb-ft). All three upgrade stages feature adaptation software for the eight-speed Tiptronic transmission. In addition, the factory electronic Vmax limiter was removed.

    In order to achieve 365 hp (268 kW) and 530 Nm (391 lb-ft) of torque, B&B’s Stage 3 conversion can additionally use a bespoke turbocharger with modified downpipe and sports catalyst to increase system flow and reduce exhaust backpressure.

    SEE ALSO: B&B Automobiltechnik with Mighty Update for the Mercedes-AMG C63 Family

    What happens against the stopwatch? Well, the results are impressive: the 0-100 km/h sprint is reduced from 5.4 sec to 4.5 sec, while the top speed goes up from 250 km/h to 275 km/h.

    If one drives the S4 3.0 TFSI range flagship, equipped with the turbocharged, direct-injection V6, then the stock 354 hp (260 kW) and 500 Nm (370 lb-ft) of torque, then the stages will make it up to 450 hp (330 kW) and 600 Nm (443 lb-ft).

    Other Options Available

     B&B Automobiltechnik Audi A4 8W B9 front partial image

    When it comes to output improvement, the B&B recommends adding their thermostatically-controlled oil cooling system, which will keep the engine’s life giving fluids within factory limits. In addition, for better handing and on-road presence, B&B has added a sport spring set, which lowers the ride height by 35 mm.

    Furthermore, the chassis behaviour has been improved via the in-house made coilover suspension that offers the options of adjustable ride height, and separately adjustable damper bounce and rebound control. On the other hand, the electronically controlled DDC coilover kit allows the person behind the wheel to choose comfort or sport settings at the touch of a button.

    Furthermore, the new B&B Automobiltechnik Audi A4 has been dressed with the perfect outfit for an uprated output. The added tailor made sports outfit comprises of high-quality Caractere aerodynamic package, and B&B’s in-house light-alloy wheels in 19 and 20-inch sizes. Of course, behind the alloys, high performance brake system catches the attention. At last, but not least, there is a brand new sports exhaust system and tips along with a sound generator, for more menacing presence in the streets.

    Source: B&B Automobiltechnik

  • B&B Automobiltechnik with Mighty Update for the Mercedes-AMG C63 Family

    B&B Mercedes-AMG C63 Side View Performance upgrades are always a favorable thing when it comes to boosting cars that show some special on-road behavior. And to be more precise, we are having a good example here. It is the upgrade program developed by the specialists at B&B Automobiltechnik for the latest variant of the C63 AMG family. By the way, the lineup of cars has grown significantly and now includes Saloon, Estate, Coupe and Cabriolet. What they have in common is the same 4.0-litre bi-turbo V8 engine.

    This powerful unit produces no less than completely stock 476 hp (350 kW) and 650 Nm (480 lb-ft) of torque, and 510 hp (375 kW) and 700 Nm (517 lb-ft) in the ‘S’ specification. Exactly these numbers needed to be enhanced by the expert tuners, believe it or not. The B&B engine upgrade is made in two stages with two “end”-outputs respectively.

    SEE ALSO: B&B Automobiltechnik Shows How to Boost Performance of BMW M4/M3 

    Stage 1 offers ECU remap, which is boosting the output of each version to 575 hp (423 kW) and 760 Nm (561 lb-ft) of torque. Based on the first one, Stage 2 requires modifications to the intake system, which improves the ram air volume and flow. In addition, the boost of pressure combined with the appropriate recalibration of the fuel and ignition maps, further enhances the combustion efficiency. The result is a total of 600 hp (441 kW) and 800 Nm (590 lb-ft).

    B&B Mercedes-AMG C63 Engine

    But would it be an effective performance upgrade if there weren’t any changes to the acceleration sprint? The answer is definitely “No”, and we are happy to confirm that the B&B modified AMG C63 hits the benchmark 0-100 km/h in only 3.5 seconds compared to the 4.1 seconds of the stock variant. The 0-200 km/h time has been dropped from 13.1 to 11.5 seconds.

    What is more, the control software of the 7-speed AMG DCT transmission is also adapted to the new characteristics of the motor. And don’t worry for the factory speed because it has been changed too. The limiter which allows acceleration up to 250 km/h top speed has been removed, allowing the car to exceed 320 km/h.

    The performance increase is also complemented by sport spring set, dropping the ride height by 25 mm; the height adjustable B&B/KW V3 coil-over suspension kit with adjustable bounce and rebound control; the high performance brake system and deep-dish B&B B21 alloy wheels.

    Now this is a nice tuning, isn’t it?

    Source: B&B Automobiltechnik

  • B&B Automobiltechnik Shows How to Boost Performance of BMW M4/M3

    B&B Automobiltechnik BMW M4 F82 Front ViewB&B Automobiltechnik has created a special comprehensive performance package not for one but two models of the BMW M family. We are talking about the M3 (F80) and M4 (F82), and the particular illustrated example is BMW M4 Convertible. The pack is broad and features a lot of tweaks for the engine and the handing. The main goal is to boost as much as possible the performance and driving capabilities of the car.

    How to Boost Performance?

    If you have ever wondered about the ways to boost the performance of your car, here are some ideas that might be useful to you. In terms of software, B&B is offering a three-staged program, which uplifst dramatically the power and torque of the BMW TwinPower Turbo straight-six engine. As a standard the unit produces 431 hp (317 kW) and 550 Nm (406 lb-ft) of torque.

    SEE ALSO: Power Boosts Define B&B Jeep Grand Cherokee

    The intermediate Stages 1 and 2 uprate these numbers to 490 hp (360 kW) and 540 hp (397 kW), respectively, while the highest one uplifts the horses to 580 hp (426 kW) and the torque to 750 Nm (555 lb-ft). All three stages feature software adaptation for the seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and removal of the top speed limiter.

    B&B Automobiltechnik BMW M4 F82 Engine

    Next, additional performance boosts were achieved with modified turbochargers, higher-flow intake tract, larger exhaust downpipes, more efficient charge air cooler, and an ECU remap with revised fuel, spark and boost parameters.

    But let me impress you with more details. In Stage 3, the M3 and M4 can go from 0 to 100 km/h in 3.5 seconds, in comparison to the standard 4.6 seconds. The 0-200-km/h time is reduced from 13.4 to 11.2 seconds, while the Vmax goes over 330 km/h.

    Something you need if you add all of this inside your M4 is B&B’s thermostatically-controlled supplementary oil cooler system. It is recommended for all three engine upgrade stages, because it lowers thermal stress on the motor by reducing oil temperatures by up to 25°C.

    Handling And More…

    B&B Automobiltechnik BMW M4 F82 Front End

    Boosts in performance require optimized handling. B&B offers various ways of doing it: a threaded height adjustable sport suspension kit (lowering up to 25 mm), set of sport springs (lowering up to 30 mm) and the super cool KW coil-over suspension. The latter offers ride height and damper bounce, thus substantially enhances chassis performance.

    High performance brake system was added and it comprises of 396 mm and 380 mm vented discs. At last, rounding out this tuning are the B&B 9.0 and 11.0×20-inch alloy wheels shod with 255/30R20 and 305/25R20 tires.

    Source: B&B Automobiltechnik 

  • Power Boosts Define B&B Jeep Grand Cherokee

    B&B Jeep Grand Cherokee Front and Side ViewB&B Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0 CRD 4×4 is originally powered by a 3.0-liter V6 turbo-diesel engine. The production variant of the unit produces 250 hp (183 kW) and 570 Nm (421 lb-ft) of torque. B&B tuning company did not see satisfaction in these numbers so it created a two stage program, offering a power boost for the car. There are also some styling updates included.

    Two Stages for the Engine

    Both power upgrades feature air intake optimisation. In addition, the ECU remaps improve further the fuel flow to the injectors. There is also an increase of the turbo boost pressure by 0.2 and 0.25 bar for the Stage 1 and Stage 2 upgrade, respectively.

    SEE ALSO: B&B Mercedes-Benz CLA 45 AMG is Capable of up to 450 HP/580 Nm

    Stage 1 offers an additional 45 horses. This means that the total output of the car is now rated at 295 hp (217 kW) and 640 Nm (472 lb-ft) of torque. Luckily, the top speed was also increased from 203 to 212 km/h.

    B&B Jeep Grand Cherokee Engine

    The second power boost, Stage 2, breaks the 300 hp barrier, and delivers 310 hp (228 lb-ft) and 670 Nm (495 lb-ft) of torque. The improvement in top speed is little over Stage 1, but important, because it takes the B&B Jeep Grand Cherokee to 215 km/h.

    Furthermore, the tuners also remapped the electronic torque limiting system for the eight-speed automatic transmission and this has been also done for the engine ECU.

    Other Goodies

    The performance upgrades found in the B&B Jeep Grand Cherokee continue with the addition of twin-outlet stainless-steel sports exhaust with 140×90 mm tailpipes. It not only looks good but also enhances the exhaust note.

    In order to make the new power capabilities of the Jeep even more attractive, B&B improved the engine acoustics via sound generator. And this is how the experts achieved a baritone growl of a V8 for a V6. The acoustic system includes a test module on the control unit, which includes six sound profiles that the driver can choose from.

    Furthermore, the driving dynamics were improved with 40mm reduction in ride height via lowering springs. At last, everything was rounded out by 10×22-inch alloys coupled with 285/35R22 tyres at all four corners.

    Source: B&B Automobiltechnik 

  • B&B Volkswagen Golf VII R – 420HP and 530Nm

    B&B Automobiltechnik has presented their latest project based on the all-new hot hatchback – Volkswagen Golf VII R. It comes with styling and performance upgrades as well. There are three performance packages for the 2.0 liter TFSI engine.

    Stage I boosts the engine to 360HP (265 kW) and 450Nm (332 lb-ft) – an increase of 60HP and 80Nm. The price is €1,298 and the performance package includes an ECU re-map.

    Stage II includes a bigger downpipe as well as a sports catalyst. The price is €3,950 and the result – 385HP (283 kW) and 480Nm (354 lb-ft) – an increase of 85HP and 110Nm.

    Stage III comes with a bigger turbocharger and complete sports exhaust system as well as a new induction system. The price is €9,850 and the power is increased to 420HP (309 kW) and 530Nm (391 lb-ft) of torque, which is spectacular result – 210HP / liter displacement.

    0-100 km/h in 4.5 seconds and 0-200 km/h in 17.5 seconds. The top speed is over 300 km/h (186 mph).

    Other upgrades include an oil-cooling system – €985, a set of performance springs to improve the stance and handling – from €298, a pair of bigger stabilizers – from €498 and a set of big 8.5J x 20” alloy wheels with 235/30 R20 tires along with 4 or 6-piston calipers.

    Source: B&B

  • B&B Automobiltechnik Beef Up the Volkswagen Polo R WRC Street

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    The Volkswagen Polo R WRC Street is, and there is no other way to put it, a rally car that can do grocery runs. It is truly an exceptional specimen that is limited to only 2500 units worldwide. The one you see here, however, is different from its brothers and sisters. B&B Automobiltechnik have taken up the job of creating something mad from an already mad thing.

    Take its 2.0 TSI engine for example. It normally develops 220 hp which is already well above sensible (for an FWD car). The guys at B&B can buff that output up to 362, depending on which stage you want to draw the line. The first stage is a package of performance tweaks that includes ECU modifications and optimization of the air guides and suction paths. That’s how you get 310 hp and 450 Nm of torque. Stage two adds to that a larger front exhaust pipe and the charging air’s pressure gets increased by 0.25 bar – 326 hp and 457 Nm. To get to 362 hp and 510 Nm, stage three consists of a high-pressure fuel pump, a high-performance charging air cooler and a special oil-cooling system.

    The suspension, on the other hand, can be treated with a height, compression and rebound-adjustable B&B coilover kit that’s supposed to be perfectly in tune with the VW Polo R WRC; and a set of 20/30 millimeter springs. Cough up a little bit more money and you can get the optional B&B front and rear axle stabilizers.

    The final touches on the Polo R concern the exterior – an aerodynamic package brings the Street closer to its prototype, namely the Volkswagen Polo R WRC rally car. Oh, and don’t forget the wheels. We are talking 8×18 inch alloys with tires of 225/35R16 all around. Delicious.

    Source: B&B Automobiltechnik