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2016 Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet has been just revealed and it has a lot to be proud of. For the new model year, the car gets way sportier exterior, new colors in its exterior color palette and more refined interior. And did you know that VW’s Golf-based cabrio is one of the most successful open-top cars currently on the market in Germany?

Where we can see all that it’s got to share with us? Of course, the answer is at the Frankfurt International Motor Show (IAA) and this is exactly where Volkswagen will introduce all benefits of the visually update variant of the “four-seater soft-top best seller”.

1. Sportier Appearance

By now there is only one picture released. Thanks to it, we can see that car’s front is characterized by sportier front bumper, while its sides – by new sills. The rear also got an update via sporty accents on the rear bumper.

2. More Colors

The new open-top experience that the latest generation Golf Cabriolet will offer will be undoubtedly colorful. There are six new exterior colors as well as an additional soft-top color and six new wheel designs.

3. Updated Interior

In the cabin, the car is fitted with the latest generation steering wheel and a lot of new trim elements and designs for the cloth and leather seats. Also new on board are the Composition Colour and Composition Media radio/infotainment systems. Discover Media navigation system will be offered as an option.

4. How About the Engines?

Volkswagen also said that there will be a major update to the range of engines in the Golf Cabriolet. They will all switch to the Euro 6 emissions standard. The four petrol (TSI) and two diesel engines (TDI) in total are direct-injection turbo engines with powerful torques to match.

Here are more official details about the updates regarding the engines:

• 1.2 TSI 77 kW / 105 PS Fuel consumption in l/100 km: 5,2 – 5,1 (combined); CO2-emissions in g/km: 119 – 117 (combined); efficiency class: B
• 1.4 TSI 92 kW / 125 PS Fuel consumption in l/100 km: 5,5 – 5,3 (combined); CO2-emissions in g/km: 127 – 121 (combined); efficiency class: B
• 1.4 TSI 110 kW / 150PS Fuel consumption in l/100 km: 5,5 – 5,2 (combined); CO2-emissions in g/km: 128 – 120 (combined); efficiency class: B-A
• 2.0 TSI 162 kW / 220PS Fuel consumption in l/100 km: 6,5 (combined), CO2- emissions in g/km: 152 (combined); efficiency class:C
• 2.0 TDI 81 kW / 110 PS Fuel consumption in l/100 km: 4,3 – 4,2 (combined), CO2-emissions in g/km: 111 – 109 (combined); efficiency class: A
• 2.0 TDI 110 kW / 150 PS Fuel consumption in l/100 km: 4,7 – 4,6 (combined); CO2-emissions in g/km: 125 – 122 (combined); efficiency class: A

Source: Volkswagen 

Volkswagen has just announced that the latest Golf Cabriolet edition will get updates in its engine range. The new EU6-engine generation will deliver up to 15 percent lower fuel consumption. In addition, the car is also getting a different radio and navigation systems as an option.

All engines in the new TSI range are turbocharged. Here are featured the following: the 1.2-liter four-cylinder capable of producing 105 PS (77 kW) and 175 Nm (129 lb-ft) of torque; the 1.4-liter four-cylinder generating 125 PS (92 kW) and torque rated at 200 Nm (147 lb-ft); and the 1.4-liter four-cylinder pumping out 150 PS (110 kW).

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The top of the range Golf GTI Cabriolet will have an uprated output, which is now 220 PS (162 kW). In comparison to its 210 PS predecessor, the 220 PS GTI convertible will be capable of sprinting from 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.9 seconds, which is 0.4 seconds faster. Despite the increase in power, the fuel consumption has been lowered by more than 15 percent and it is measured at 6.5 l per 100 km.

The diesel units have also received upgrades that have made them more efficient and powerful. For example, the 2.0 TDI now boasts 150 PS (110 kW) and 340 Nm (250 lb-ft) of torque, which means gains of10 PS and 20 Nm. It is capable to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.2 seconds and achieving a fuel consumption of 4.6 l per 100 km.

Besides these powertrain upgrades, the car will also benefit from the latest generation radio and navigation systems. The “Composition Colour” and “Composition Media” radios feature large multicolor touch screen and eight speakers, while the “Discover Media” navigation system now features Bluetooth option.

Source: Volkswagen