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  • O.CT Tuning Volkswagen Golf VII R is a Muscled Beast which demands your attention NOW

    O.CT Tuning Volkswagen Golf VII R front viewO.CT Tuning has more than 30 years of expertise in performance optimization. It is mostly famous for its in-house made IPRO, or Intelligent PROgramming system. Another characteristic of the company is that it likes very much to deal with cars like the Lamborghini Huracan (see the link below), Porsche 911 and the Stingray. This Friday, however, we are going to show you something more … middle class.

    The car chosen for modification is the Volkswagen Golf VII R, which has been on the market since November 2013. Originally, this VW is powered by the 2.0 liter-motor, which produces 300 HP (221 kW) as well as 380 Nm (280 lb-ft) of maximum torque and drives the four wheels simultaneously.

    SEE ALSO: O.CT Tuning Releases Wild Supercharged Kit for Lamborghini Huracan

    The initial aim with this customization is to offer several stages, which could deliver higher output than the aforementioned one and have that one peak output and torque, so that it could deserve the name muscle beast. And the goal was successfully achieved.

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    To go directly to the details, O.CT Tuning provides the performance update for the 2.0-liter unit in four different stages. The first one will make the Golf produce 370 HP and 460 Nm; the second: 378 HP and 480 Nm; and the third: 395 HP and 505 Nm.

    The final stage is what really impresses, since it makes the car produce no less than 450 HP (331 kW) and 550 Nm (406 lb-ft)! What is more, for the Golf VII R with a body construction made of 36% high-tensile steels, O.CT Tuning offers an installation of the different performance levels gradually until the maximum power is accomplished. And this really saves on the budget aspect.

    As for other performance details like acceleration time and top speed, the tuning studio did not provide any information. So, what do you say?

    2016 O.CT Tuning Volkswagen Golf VII R
    2016 O.CT Tuning Volkswagen Golf VII R
    2016 O.CT Tuning Volkswagen Golf VII R
    2016 O.CT Tuning Volkswagen Golf VII R
    2016 O.CT Tuning Volkswagen Golf VII R

    Source: O.CT Tuning 

  • ABT Releases 400HP Volkswagen Golf R

    ABT Volkswagen Golf RABT Sportsline has made a really good thing: they have created a 400 hp Volkswagen Golf R of the seventh generation. This is actually a 100 hp addition to its standard output, which has been achieved via Power S kit. The latter is based on the “New Generation” ABT control unit that not only guarantees maximum power, but also the greatest dependability.

    As a result, the 2.0 TSI engine is capable of producing 400 hp (294 kW) and 480 Nm (354 lb-ft) of torque, compared to the serial 300 hp and 380 Nm. This is a substantial modification that demands attention.

    In addition, ABT has added height adjustable suspension kit that makes the car sportier and brings it up to 45 mm closer to the ground. There is also a stabilizer kit for optimum handling at any given speed. Furthermore, we should also mention that the tuner equipped this Golf with attachment parts, which differentiates it from the serial version.

    These include a brand new painted ABT front grille and head light covers. At the sides we see new skirts, while the new thing at the back is the tail gate add-on. The most impressive rear elements are the exhaust pipes which has a diameter of 102mm.

    They are just part of the ABT muffler system. It comprises also of a pre-silencer and sport catalyst that contribute for the good uprating and sound. At last, the 400 hp are transmitted onto the road via new huge wheels and a complete set of new sports tires.

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    2015 ABT Volkswagen Golf VII
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    2015 ABT Volkswagen Golf VII

    Source: ABT 

  • 2014 Volkswagen Golf VII R – 300HP and 380Nm

    Volkswagen has announced the 2014 Golf VII R, which will make its official debut at the 2013 Frankfurt Motor Show. The hot hatchback comes with a lot of additional equipment and powerful engine.

    The range-topping Golf VII is powered by a 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol engine with 300HP (221 kW) at 5,500RPM and 380Nm (280 lb-ft) at 1,800RPM, which is an increase of 30HP and 30Nm compared to its predecessor.

    The result is thanks to a new engine head, exhaust valves, valve seats and springs, bigger turbocharger, high-pressure injection valves and pistons. The power is put on the road through a 6-speed manual gearbox and AWD 4Motion system with fifth-gen Haldex coupling.

    0-100 km/h in 5.1 seconds (4.9 seconds with optional 6-speed DSG) and a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph). The fuel consumption is 7.1 liters / 100 km (33.1 mpg US) with CO2 emissions of 165 g/km for manual and 6.9 liters / 100 km (34 mpg US) with CO2 emissions of 159 g/km.

    2014 Volkswagen Golf VII R comes with lowered suspension, 18” alloy wheels (19” available as an option), MacPherson front suspension and an improved multi-link rear arrangement to provide better handling and stability.

    The exterior boasts an aggressive body kit including new front and rear bumpers, modified side skirts, a new rear diffuser, smoked LED taillights and a chromed quad exhaust system. There are also standard bi-xenon headlights and new DRLs.

    The interior comes with and Alcantara with carbon-like leather, a new speedometer (320 km/h) and an infotainment system with 5”, 5.8” or 8” display.

    2014 Volkswagen Golf VII R is priced from €38,325.

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    2014 Volkswagen Golf VII R
    2014 Volkswagen Golf VII R
    2014 Volkswagen Golf VII R
    2014 Volkswagen Golf VII R
    2014 Volkswagen Golf VII R
    2014 Volkswagen Golf VII R
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    2014 Volkswagen Golf VII R
    2014 Volkswagen Golf VII R
    2014 Volkswagen Golf VII R
    2014 Volkswagen Golf VII R

    • Automatic gearbox:
    – 6-speed DSG
    • Cargo capacity:
    – 343 litres to 1,233 litres
    • Character:
    – Flagship with racing DNA
    • Colours:
    – “Tornado Red”, “Pure White”, “Lapis Blue Metallic”,
    “Reflex Silver Metallic”, “Limestone Grey Metallic”,
    “Night Blue Metallic”, “Deep Black Pearl Effect” and
    “Oryx White Mother of Pearl Effect”
    • Drive system:
    – All-wheel drive
    • Driver assistance and performance systems:
    – Electronic Stability Control (ESC) including ABS,
    brake assist, traction control, XDS+ electronic
    differential lock, four-wheel EDS, engine –
    drag torque control, countersteering assist (standard)
    – ESC Sport (ESC mode, e.g. for race courses)
    – Driver Alert System (standard)
    – Automatic post-collision braking system (standard)
    – Progressive steering (standard)
    – ParkPilot (standard)
    – Tyre pressure monitoring indicator (standard)
    – DCC dynamic chassis control
    – ACC plus adaptive cruise control
    Front Assist surroundings monitoring system with
    City Emergency Braking
    – Dynamic Light Assist dynamic main beam control
    – Driving profile selector including Race mode
    – Light Assist main beam control
    – Cruise control system
    – PreCrash occupant protective system
    – Rear Assist
    – Lane Assist lane-keeping assistant
    – Road sign recognition
    • Engines – petrol:
    2.0 TSI with output of 221 kW / 300 PS
    • Equipment line:
    – R
    – Standard radio: “Composition Touch” (5-inch screen)
    – “Composition Colour” radio (5-inch screen)
    – “Composition Media” radio (5.8-inch screen)
    – “Composition Media” radio with navigation function
    “Discover Media” (5.8-inch screen)
    – “Discover Pro” radio-navigation system (8-inch screen)
    – Dynaudio sound system
    – Car Net (Online services)
    • Market launch, Europe:
    – Fourth quarter of 2013
    • Prices (Germany):
    – Golf R – from 38,325 euros
    • Production location:
    Wolfsburg plant
    • Running gear:
    – Front: MacPherson strut suspension
    – Rear: modular performance suspension
    – Progressive steering
    • Standard gearbox:
    6-speed manual gearbox
    • Wheels:
    – Standard wheels: 18-inch “Cadiz” alloy wheels
    – Optional wheels: 19-inch “Cadiz” alloy wheels and
    “Pretoria”

    Source: Volkswagen