Golf VI – Automobiles Review

Alpha-N Performance Volkswagen Golf VI R – 330HP

Alpha-N Performance has introduced an upgrade package for Volkswagen Golf VI R. The hot hatchback received new wheels and some performance upgrades.

The exterior features a set of lightweight OZ Racing Ultraleggera HLT alloy wheels finished in a race gold paint and fitted with 235/30 R20 tires (dimensions 8J x 20”). There is also a stainless steel exhaust system delivering extraordinary sound.

The 2.0 liter turbocharged engine is boosted to 330HP (243 kW) – an increase of 60HP (44 kW) thanks to a sports air filter system and an EVOX chip tuning box. 0-100 km/h in 5.5 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph).

Source: Alpha-N Performance

October 22, 2013

Volkswagen Golf VI by BBM Motorsport

BBM Motorsport has announced their tuning package for Volkswagen Golf VI GTI. The car gets both styling and performance packages.

The 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol engine is boosted to 275HP (202 kW) and 380Nm (282 lb-ft) of torque. The result is thanks to a new turbocharger and a sports exhaust system. Everything is carefully tuned and tested. on the BBM-Dynojet-power testing station “Leistungsloch.de”.

The tuning company has also added a StopTech braking system including 4-piston calipers and 355×32 mm discs.

KW Club sport-chassis with setup for the Northloop (Nuerburgring) in cooperation with chassis-specialist Bernd Szafranski (former workshop manager of H&R suspension systems who operates only as KW Performance contact in the House BBM Motorsport) company MR Car Design from Erftstadt is responsible.

From Wheels company originate Cornich Challenge rims with 8.5J x 20” ET45 and 5×112-LK with 235/30 R20 tires. The real carbon-coated parts such as hood and mirror caps, the VW-logo, the rear diffuser and the side steps are the input of company blackgold designs for this project.

The car wrapping tools were created in matt blue metallic foil, the sticker bombing of the fender and the orange colored ornament by the CFC-Styling station in Neuss with Marius Kadjer responsible for tuned in and this gave the Golf the actual BBM work recognition factor.

Source: BBM Motorsport

August 6, 2012

MR Car Design Volkswagen Golf VI R32

MR Car Design has introduced their pimped Golf VI R32. The athlete is co-developed with BTS-Racing and the result is impressive. The engine conversion includes reinforced DSG gearbox and R 32 HPG Turbo-Kit. The result is whopping 465PS (342 kW) and 550Nm (406 lb-ft).

MR R32 also has a KW Clubsport suspension, a Stoptech 4-piston braking system with 355×32 mm discs. There are also H&R stabilizers – front and back as well as reinforced engine, transmission and suspension components. The chassis received polyurethane Superpro bushes.

The mighty tuned Golf R32 stads on OZ Ultraleggera HLT matt and powder-coated in two colours – 9J x 19“ ET45 with 225/35 ZR19 high-performance tires.

Last, but not least, a valve controlled 3“ sports exhaust system has been mounted, which delivers very good sound characteristics.

Car Design offers a wide range of the storage possibilities for interested customers, both in summer and in winter. When it comes to the maintenance of the sport cars it is extremely convenient service.

Source: MR Car Design

March 2, 2012

2012 Volkswagen Golf VI GTI Price – £25 305

Volkswagen now offers more goodies for the latest GT, GTI, GTD or R models. From today, the leather upholstery will be offered as standard as well as Bluetooth phone preparation. This means that customers benefit from over £2 000-worth of extra value.

Luxurious black ‘Vienna’ leather upholstery was previously a £1,890 option, and offers more than just a fine hide seat covering. Both passenger and driver get electrically operated lumbar support and heated seats, which should receive a warm welcome in the coming winter months.

The GT, GTI and GTD all feature sports seats with bolsters to hold occupants securely in place, while the sports seats in the Golf R have even deeper bolsters, as befits the R’s extra performance. Recaro sports seats remain an option for Golf R customers.

Bluetooth phone preparation was previously a £255 option, which integrates compatible mobile telephones with the Golf’s in-car entertainment system, allowing users to access many of their phone’s features using buttons on the radio or via the standard leather-trimmed multifunction steering wheel.

This upgrade is offered for just £140 on GT models, and for no extra cost on GTD, GTI and R.

2012 Golf VI GTI is powered by a 2.0 liter turbocharged four-cylinder petrol delivering 210PS (154 kW) at 5300RPM and 280Nm (207 lb-ft) at just 1700RPM. 0 to 100 km/h in just 6.7 seconds and a top speed of 240 km/h (149 mph)

The price list starts from just £21 310 for 2012 Volkswagen Golf VI GT. The GTD model costs £24 635 and the GTI is a bit pricy £25 305.

However, if you want the top-of range Golf VI R, you’ll have to pay £31 420.

Source: Volkswagen

October 4, 2011

Black Pearl Volkswagen Golf VI GTI

SIEMONEIT RACING has unveiled a special tuning package for the new Golf VI GTI. The name of the project is black pearl.

The exterior tuning package consists of a carbon-fibre bonnet, in-house sport exhaust system and a set of nice wheels.

The performance package consists of a special air intake which forces cooler air into the combustion chamber for better efficiency. There is also an ECU re-map and the results are more than satisfying – 355 PS and 485 Nm. However, Hardware modifications will transform the R20 Golf into a beast producing about 530HP.

At SIEMONEIT RACING the stainless steel SR20.500.1 exhaust system for the current Golf R20 was developed for performances well above the 500 HP limit. The system starts out at 76mm at the turbocharger with a 100 cpi (or optionally a 200 cpi) metal catalytic converter and from there it goes straight through to the two 90-mm exhaust outlets. The system is made of US405.409 marine quality stainless steel and is indispensable for performance of 330 HP and above. It goes without saying that the system is ready for the TÜV Inspection.

PRICING:

ECU Modification:                         698€
DSG Modification:                        298€
Exhaust System:                         1749€
Intake System:                               449€
Center Intercooler:                      1199€
High Pressure Fuel Pump:          499€

Source: SIEMONEIT RACING

July 8, 2011

2012 Volkswagen Golf VI Cabriolet Price – £20 720

Volkswagen will put on sale the new Golf VI Cabriolet in the UK. The price is £20 720, while the top-of-range 1.4 TSI 160 PS 7spd DSG is tagged at £26 595.

It will be available in three trim levels: S, SE and GT. The standard equipment includes 16” alloy wheels, Bluetooth and some other goodies. The SE adds 2Zone climate control, cruise control, parking sensors and automatic lights. The top of range GT offers sports suspension, Alcantara upholstery and 18” alloy wheels.

The new Golf VI Cabriolet will be available with a choice of three engines: a 1.2-litre TSI 105 PS, 1.4-litre TSI 160 PS and a 1.6-litre TDI 105 PS. A further petrol and two diesels will be offered later in the year. DSG automatic transmission will be offered while BlueMotion Technology modifications will be applied to the diesel engines to ensure high efficiency and low emissions.

Safety has always been a Golf attribute and the Cabriolet is no different in this respect. An active rollover protection system is employed, ABS, ESP and front and side head/thorax airbags are also all standard.

2012 Golf VI Cabriolet line-up and pricing:

Trim level	Engine derivative	CO₂, g/km	Combined mpg	ABI insurance group, /50	Price, £ RRP OTR
S	1.2 105 PS TSI 6spd man	139	47.9	15E	20,720
S	1.6 TDI BMT* 105 PS 5spd man	117	64.2	17E	22,205

SE	1.6 TDI BMT 105 PS 5spd man	117	64.2	18E	23,245

GT	1.4 TSI 160 PS 6spd man	150	44.1	31E	25,295
GT	1.4 TSI 160 PS 7spd DSG	148	44.8	31E	26,595

* BlueMotion Technology

Source: Volkswagen

June 30, 2011

Wunschel Sport Volkswagen Golf VI GTI

Wunschel Sport has introduced a special tuned version for the 35th birthday of the Golf GTI. The anniversary model based on the current 6th generation GTI, which features 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol engine.

Wunschel Golf GTI is boosted to 260HP and 360Nm of torque, instead of the factory 210HP and 280Nm. The results are thanks to an ECU re-map. 0 to 100 km/h takes 6.4 seconds and the top speed is 255 km/h.

The car also comes with huge 19” OZ Racing Quaranta alloy wheels fitted with high-performance tires. The wheels are very interesting, they feature an offset combination of five-spoke and cross-spoke designs.

Wunschel GTI has the same titanium shade as the first GTI, which was introduced back in 1976.

The price tag is €32 800.

Wunschel Volkswagen Golf VI GTI

Source: Wunschel.de

March 27, 2011

2012 VW Golf VI Cabriolet

2012 Golf Cabriolet will have its official debut at the 2011 Geneva Motor Show.

Golf VI Cabriolet features including a new rear end styling, a more sloped front windshield and a lower profile roof line. Actually, it looks awesome compared to the standard 5-door model.

The safety is at high level, too. Golf VI Cabriolet boasts automatically deploying roll-over bar, side head and thorax airbags and a knee airbag for the driver. (more…)

February 23, 2011

JE DESIGN boosted VW Golf VI GTI to 270HP

The mightiest VW Golf was R-Spec delivering 266hp and priced more than 36 000 Euro. Now JE Design offers even better performance for Golf VI at reasonable price. Furthermore, the tuning company provides the aerodynamics package and the light alloy wheels take care of the individual look as well as deep sound from new rear silencer.

Volkswagen Golf VI GTI i powered by 2.0 litre turbo petrol engine, which produces 210hp and 280Nm of torque. (more…)

July 19, 2010

Volkswagen Golf VI Bluemotion awarded Green Car of the Year

VW Golf VI Bluemotion is trully amazing car capable of doing 74.3 mpg and also freed from road tax. The vehicle is named Green Car of the Year at the What Car? Green Awards, held in association with Warranty Direct.

“Volkswagen has built a hugely desirable car that’s big on ability, but small on running costs. The Golf BlueMotion does an enviable 74.3mpg and emits just 99g/km of CO₂, which means it is exempt from road tax, while company car tax will be based on just 13% of its £18,685 list price. It’s a package that’s hard to beat. VW dealers are going to be busy.”, commentedWhat Car? editor-in-chief Steve Fowler. (more…)

July 15, 2010

RevoZport Golf VI Razor R – aggression meets performance

RevoZport, the racing technology aftermarket expert has unwrapped a new, exclusive styling kit for the high-performance Volkswagen Golf 6 R, which boasts the “sharp” name Golf Razor R. (more…)

July 12, 2010

Volkswagen Golf VI Match is added to the model line-up

Volkswagen Golf VI Match is the latest to join the wide range of available models. The special Match name replaces existing SE trim level and adds over £1,600 worth of extra equipment while costing just £300 more than the outgoing car. The Match comes with 40 PS BlueMotion Technology model for extra economy and performance.

Among the standard equipment are ABS, ESP, seven airbags, Climatic air conditioning, alarm, cruise control and multi-device interface for connectivity to iPod or MP3 player. Match model adds 16” Croft alloys, a leather multifunction steering wheel, DAB digital radio receiver, Bluetooth system, front and rear parking sensors and an RCD 510 touchscreen stereo with six-disc CD autochanger.

The engine range for Match model includes 1.4 litre TSI with 122 PS, a 1.6 litre TDI with 105 PS or a 2.0 litre TDI with 140 PS. Both small engines are available with seven-speed DSG gearbox, while the big 2.0 litre TDI can be specified with the six-speed DSG option.

The BlueMotion Technology delivers 68.9mpg for the 1.6 litre TDI engine. The technology is also available for the popular 2.0 litre TDI engine and the combined fuel economy is 65.7 mpg. The BlueMotion Technology models’ enhanced economy comes as a result of a Start/Stop system and battery regeneration.

The start price for Golf VI Match is £17,730 RRP OTR for the 1.4-litre TSI three-door. The first deliveries will start at the end of June.

May 19, 2010

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