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Volkswagen Golf VII Light-Tron by BlackBox-Richter and Low-Car-Scene

Low-Car-Scene and BlackBox-Richter has announced their latest tuning package for Volkswagen Golf VII. The name of the project is Light-Tron and it includes only styling package.

The Light-Tron is based on the tree-door 1.4-liter-Golf VII TSI Highline with 140HP (103 kW). It boasts a special phosphor-foil from 3M, LED-lighting on the mudguard of the brake, a set of Rotiform-forged wheels SNA in 8J x 20” ET45 with bolt circle 5×112 – €6,000 and air ride-system called RideAir Version 3 – €3,600.

The standard extras of the 1.4-liter-Golf VII TSI Highline includes Bi-Xenon-headlights with LED-DRLs, rear view camera, leather trim with massage sits, Keyless Go start automatic, navigation system with colour display. The original price is €32,000.

The complete transformation takes only three days.

Source: BlackBox-Richter and Low-Car-Scene

April 25, 2013

2013 Volkswagen Groove Up! and Rock Up!

Volkswagen has introduced two Up! special editions for the fans of loud music. The two new special-edition versions are called Groove up! and Rock up!.

Both vehicles are based on the top-specification High up! model, each with a unique twist.

Firstly, the Groove Up!, which comes with a pumping Fender sound system, complete with 6 speakers, a subwoofer and a 300-Watt amplifier. Also standard is the Maps & More personal infotainment device, which along with touchscreen satellite navigation provides Bluetooth phone connectivity and music streaming, making it a cinch to synch with your tunes.

It is available as either 3-door or 5-door model. It also features heated front seats, a leather-trimmed steering wheel, gear lever and handbrake with orange stitching, bespoke black seats with orange edging, dark-tinted glass from the B-pillar back, 16” Upsilon alloy wheels and black gloss door mirror caps.

Second is the Rock Up!, which is available only as a 3-door model. It boasts distinctive styling, including an anthracite stripe running the length of the bonnet, roof and tailgate and a full body kit, consisting of gloss black front spoiler, side skirts, rear diffuser and rear spoiler. The door mirror caps are also gloss black, apart from on vehicles ordered with Deep Black Pearl paintwork, in which case they are chrome. Smart 16” Upsilon alloy wheels complete the look.

As with the Groove up!, standard equipment levels are high: air conditioning, heated front seats, the Maps & More infotainment system and a six-speaker audio system are all standard, as is remote central locking.

Optional equipment includes the award-winning City Emergency Braking system; a sensor pack that includes rear parking sensors, cruise control and a multifunction computer; and for the five-door Groove up!, a forward-folding front passenger seat to accommodate long loads. The Groove up! is also available with a panoramic glass sunroof.

Both are powered by a three-cylinder 1.0-litre 75HP petrol engine, mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. This returns a combined fuel economy of 60.1 mpg while producing CO₂ emissions of 108 g/km, meaning both models qualify for VED band B, which is free for the first year, and just £20 thereafter.

The Groove up! 3-door costs £11,640 RRP and the 5-door £12,015. The Rock up! costs £12,980.

Source: Volkswagen

April 24, 2013

2013 Volkswagen Passat Wolfsburg Edition – US Price $23,495

Volkswagen US has announced a new limited series Passat called Wolfsburg Edition. The family car will be offered with a number of nice extras with a little additional cost.

This “value-oriented” model comes with perforated leather seats (heated fron), a power driver’s seat, satellite radion and a Media Device-Interface with an iPod cable. Other highlights include a multi-functioning steering wheel, Bluetooth connectivity and distinctive 16” alloy wheels.

2013 Volkswagen Passat Wolfsburg Edition is powered by a 2.5 liter five-cylinder engine with 170HP (127 kW) and 240Nm (177 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to a 6-speed automatic gearbox powering the front wheels. 0-100 km.h in 8.7 seconds, which good performance for everyday driving.

The 2013 Passat Wolfsburg Edition will be priced from $23,495.

Source: Volkswagen

April 24, 2013

Volkswagen Gran Lavida at 2013 Auto Shanghai

Volkswagen exhibited the 2013 Gran Lavida at the Auto Shanghai. The vehicle will be produced exclusively for the Chinese market at the firm’s Shanghai-Volkswagen joint venture. It has the same wheelbase as the saloon model, but the overall length has gone down from 4605mm to 4454mm.

The engine range includes a 1.4 liter TSI with 130HP (97 kW) and a 1.6 liter TDI with 105HP (77 kW). Probably, the Gran Lavida will get more powerful engines later.

Gran Lavida is just one of the models Volkswagen is launching in China as part of an objective to have no less than 90 models by 2015.

Source: Volkswagen

April 23, 2013

Debut For Volkswagen CrossBlue Coupe Concept In China

Volkswagen CrossBlue Coupe Concept has just been presented to the public at 2013 Shanghai Auto Show showing it the future design cues intended for Volkswagen SUVs.

The five-seat CrossBlue Coupe is 4,889 mm long, 2,015 mm wide and just 1,679 mm high and for that reason offers distinctive and muscular look. When observed at the front one can see the radiator grille trim that consists of two polished aluminium struts and the VW logo in a 3D form which eventually extends into the headlights.

Moreover, under the C-pillars there can be seen ports for the fuel tank and battery. The fuel filler neck is positioned under a lid on the right side of the vehicle, while the cover for the electrical outlet is located symmetrically on the left side. It consists of one socket for charging the high-voltage battery and another for connecting electric devices. This basically means that the interface (16 A, 230 V) makes the CrossBlue Coupé a generator as well.

One can not go without paying attention to the tailpipes, which are designed in stainless steel, and in addition are integrated into a polished aluminium trim panel that runs horizontally along the back of the coupe.

One of the most important highlights here is the drivetrain that offers an extended range of possibilities. Here we are speaking about a plug-in hybrid system that comprises of a V6 turbocharged direct injection petrol engine and two electric motors (40 kW front and 85 kW rear).

When they work together they are capable of generating 415 hp (305 kW). The power is transmitted via a six-speed DSG gearbox. These horsepower make the car sprint form standstill to 100 km/h in only 5.9 seconds on its way to a top speed of 146 mph.

Despite those inspiring results, the fuel economy is impressive with a combined cycle figure of 3.0 l/100 km, or 94.1 mpg. In hybrid mode, the CrossBlue Coupé returns 6.9 l/100 km (40.9 mpg). What is more, when the vehicle is powered by its battery alone, the CrossBlue can cover up to 33 km/20 miles as an EV.

When the vehicle operates in E-mode, only the rear electric motor propels the vehicle and the TSI engine is shut off. However, it is switched again after 75 mph an then the TSI unit is coupled to the drivetrain again, within fractions of a second. The battery can be charged by external power sources or by the engine while the SUV is moving.

In addition, the TSI drivetrain charges the battery while driving thus storing electrical energy for EV operation. There are also a number of other modes such as Coasting, Battery regeneration, Boosting, Off-road(‘propshaft by wire’), TSI only.

Source: Volkswagen

April 23, 2013

Volkswagen Golf VII Variant – Price €18,950

Volkswagen has announced the pricing for the all-new Golf VII Variant. The Estate variant of the model is priced from €18,950 in Germany for the entry-level 1.2 litre TSI Trendline.

The engine range includes a 1.2 liter TSI with 85HP (63 kW), 90HP (66 kW), 105HP (77 kW), 122HP (90 kW) and 140HP (103 kW). On the diesel side, there is a 1.6 liter TDI with 105HP (77 kW), 110HP (81 kW) and a 2.0 liter TDI with 150HP (110 kW).

The 2013 Golf Variant BlueMotion diesel has 110HP (81 kW) and comes with a 6-speed manual gearbox. It returns 85.6 mpg UK – 3.3 liters per 100 km with CO2 emissions of 87 g/km.

Volkswagen offers 5- and 6-speed manual gearbox as well as dual-clutch variant – DSG.

2013 Volkswagen Golf Variant boasts exceptional luggage compartment of 605 liters with rear seats up and whopping 1,620 liters with rear seats down.

Standard equipment includes 7 airbags, Start/Stop system, ESP (electronic stability control), 5-“ TFT touchscreen display and AC.

The options list features Front Assist, Automatic Distance Control, Traffic Sign Recognition, Lane Keeping Assist and Park Assist.

Source: Volkswagen

April 16, 2013

2013 Volkswagen Golf GTD – UK Price £25,285

2013 Volkswagen Golf GTD - Rear Angle

Volkswagen has announced the pricing for Golf VII GTD in the UK. The hot hatchback diesel is starting from £25,285, which is just £310 more than its predecessor.

2013 Volkswagen Golf VII GTD is powered by a 2.0 liter four-cylinder common-rail diesel with 184HP (135 kW) at 3,500RPM and 379Nm (280 lb-ft) of torque at just 1,750RPM. The engine is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox or DSG for additional £1415.

0-100 km/h in 7.5 seconds and a top speed of 230 km/h (143 mph). It returns 67.3 mpg UK – 4.1 liters per 100 km in combined cycle with CO2 emissions of 109 g/km.

Some of the highlights include smoked LED rear lights, bi-xenon headlights, LED license plate illumination, LED daytime running lights, 18-inch alloys with 225/40 tires, chrome dual tailpipes, sports suspension, rear diffuser, beefier side skirts and a big roof spoiler.

The interior boasts Jacara Grey sports seats, sports steering wheel, black roof lining, stainless steel pedals and GTD-specific gear lever, instrument cluster and trim strips.

There is also a dual-zone climate control, white ambience lighting and touchscreen infotainment system.

Golf GTD model line-up and pricing:

Trimlevel	Enginederivative	CO₂,g/km	Urbanmpg	Extra-urbanmpg	Combinedmpg	Price,£ RRP OTR

GTD	2.0-litre TDI 184 PS 3dr	109	55.4	76.3	67.3	25,285
GTD	2.0-litre TDI 184 PS 5dr	109	55.4	76.3	67.3	25,940
GTD	2.0-litre TDI 184 PS DSG 3dr	119	51.4	70.6	62.8	26,700
GTD	2.0-litre TDI184 PS DSG 5dr	122	49.6	68.9	60.1	27,355

Source: Volkswagen

April 16, 2013

2013 Volkswagen Golf VII GTI – Price £25,845

Volkswagen has announced the price list for the new 2013 Golf VII GTI, which is now available on the UK market. The hot hatchback is priced from £25,845, which makes it just £195 more expensive than the outgoing 6^th generation Golf GTI.

The Golf VII GTI is powered by a 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol with 220HP (162 kW) and 350Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque. It is connected to a 6-speed manual gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 6.5 seconds and a top speed of 246 km/h (153 mph).

In case the customer opts for the GTI Performance, the hot hatch will get another 10HP more, larger brake discs and a front limited-slip differential. The option is priced at just £980, which makes it excellent bargain. The additional power will accelerate the car to 100 km/h in 6.4 seconds and add another 4 km/h in top speed – 250 km/h (155 mph).

Standard equipment of the new Golf GTI includes dual-zone climate control, sporty seats with Jacara cloth upholstery, sports steering wheel, black roof lining, red ambience lightning, stainless steel pedal caps, bespoke instrument cluster and gear lever, along with a touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth, iPod and DAB digital radio connectivity.

Options are 19” Santiago alloy wheels, ‘Vienna’ leather upholstery, keyless entry, High Beam Assist, Lane Assist, Park Assist (parking sensors are standard), a rear view camera, ACC Adaptive Chassis Control, touchscreen satellite navigation and a Dynaudio sound pack with 10-channel amplifier and eight speakers.

Source: Volkswagen

April 5, 2013

2013 Volkswagen Polo – Better Value for Money

Volkswagen now offers extra standard equipment on all Polo models for almost the same price. The manufacturer has also introduced the stylish yet economical Polo R-Line Style.

Some of the new extras for Polo BlueMotion and Polo Match include rear parking sensors, cruise control and an alarm with very small charge. Otherwise, the additional equipment has a value of £510, but the price for these models is increased by just £135 starting at £11,910 for the 1.2 litre 60HP 3-door model.

The SEL, R-Line, BlueGT and GTI models all now come with cruise control and rear parking sensors, without any increase in price.

The new Polo R-Line Style is also added to the range. It boasts the R-Line Style look, but with equipment and engines that make it even more accessible and prices starting from £11,740.

The R-Line body kit include a new front and rear bumpers, a bespoke radiator grille, and side skirts – body-coloured door handles and door mirrors, 16” Rivazza alloy wheels and a Bluetooth touch phone kit.

Check out the 2013 Volkswagen Polo del line-up and pricing, below!

Trim level	Engine derivative	CO₂, g/km	Combined mpg	Price, £ RRP OTR
S	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 3dr	128	51.4	10,490
S	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 5dr	128	51.4	11,235
S	1.2-litre 70 PS 5spd 3dr	128	51.4	11,290
S	1.2-litre 70 PS 5spd 5dr	128	51.4	11,910
S A/C	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 3dr	128	51.4	11,330
S A/C	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 5dr	128	51.4	11,950
S A/C	1.2-litre 70 PS 5spd 3dr	128	51.4	12,005
S A/C	1.2-litre 70 PS 5spd 5dr	128	51.4	12,625

R-Line Style	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 3dr	128	51.4	11,740
R-Line Style	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 5dr	128	51.4	12,360
R-Line Style	1.2-litre 70 PS 5spd 3dr	128	51.4	12,615
R-Line Style	1.2-litre 70 PS 5spd 5dr	128	51.4	13,235
R-Line Style A/C	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 3dr	128	51.4	12,455
R-Line Style A/C	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 5dr	128	51.4	13,075
R-Line Style A/C	1.2-litre 70 PS 5spd 3dr	128	51.4	13,330
R-Line Style A/C	1.2-litre 70 PS 5spd 5dr	128	51.4	13,950

Match Edition	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 3dr	128	51.4	11,910
Match Edition	1.2-litre 60 PS 5spd 5dr	128	51.4	12,530
Match Edition	1.2-litre 70 PS 5 spd 3 dr	128	51.4	12,785
Match Edition	1.2-litre 70 PS 5 spd 5dr	128	51.4	13,405
Match Edition	1.4-litre 85 PS 5spd 3dr	139	47.9	13,225
Match Edition	1.4-litre 85 PS 5spd 5dr	139	47.9	13,845
Match Edition	1.4-litre 85 PS DSG 3dr	134	48.7	14,485
Match Edition	1.4-litre 85 PS DSG 5dr	134	48.7	15,105
Match Edition	1.2-litre TDI 75 PS 5spd 3dr	102	72.4	14,130
Match Edition	1.2-litre TDI 75 PS 5spd 5dr	102	72.4	14,750

R-Line	1.2-litre TSI 105 PS 6spd 3dr	124	53.3	15,295
R-Line	1.2-litre TSI 105 PS 6spd 5dr	124	53.3	15,915

SEL	1.6-litre TDI 90 PS 5spd 3dr	112	65.7	16,120
SEL	1.6-litre TDI 90 PS 5spd 5dr	112	65.7	16,740
SEL	1.2-litre TSI 105 PS 6spd 3dr	124	53.3	15,675
SEL	1.2-litre TSI 105 PS 6spd 5dr	124	53.3	16,295

BlueMotion	1.2-litre TDI 75 PS 5spd 3dr	91	80.7	15,500
BlueMotion	1.2-litre TDI 75 PS 5spd 5dr	91	80.7	16,120

BlueGT	1.4-litre TSI ACT 140 PS 6spd 3dr	107	61.4	17,400
BlueGT	1.4-litre TSI ACT 140 PS 6spd 5dr	107	61.4	18,020
BlueGT	1.4-litre TSI 140 PS DSG 3dr	107	61.4	18,745
BlueGT	1.4-litre TSI 140PS TSI DSG 5dr	107	61.4	19,365

GTI	1.4-litre TSI 180 PS DSG 3dr	139	47.9	19,435
GTI	1.4-litre TSI 180 PS DSG 5dr	139	47.9	20,055

Source: Volkswagen

April 3, 2013

ABT Volkswagen Tiguan – 260HP

ABT Sportsline has announced their latest project based on Volkswagen Tiguan. The tuned SUV comes with styling and performance upgrades.

“This SUV embodies fun and adventures and is thus fully in line with our portfolio”, commented Hans-Jurgen Abt, CEO of the globally largest tuner of cars produced by the Volkswagen Group.

The exterior boasts a new front grille, door strip attachments, rear spoiler and a rear skirt set including a quad-pipe exhaust system. There are different sets of wheels from 18” to 20” fitted with performance tires. ABT also offers lowering spring sets and wheel spacers.

The interior features new floor mats as well as cargo mat.

The 2.0 liter TDI with 170HP (125 kW) is boosted to 195HP (143 kW), while the 140HP version can deliver 170HP (125 kW). The variant with 110HP (81 kW) can be pumped up to 140HP (103 kW).

The petrol range including 2.0 liter TSI and 1.4 TSI has a lot more power. The mighty TSI can be boosted to 230HP (169 kW) or 260HP (191 kW) and the 1.4 liter TSI can be upgraded to 160HP (118 kW), 180HP (132 kW) or max of 210HP (154 kW).

The Tiguan is a member of the ABT Sportsline SUV family, and as with the Touareg and the Q3, Q5 and Q7 drivers will get a very sporty and versatile automobile.

Source: ABT

March 22, 2013

Petrolicious: Volkswagen Beetle – Kindred Spirits [VIDEO]

When you think about which car is one of the most famous and emblematic one in history you will definitely ponder on at least five models. What is also certain is that among them will be the iconic Volkswagen Beetle. One of the best words to describe this vehicle is “ubiquitous”.

The model entered production in 1935 and since then from it were produced over 21 million units. With almost 80 years old history the Beetle continues to be as successful as in its days of fame. Although it remained mostly unpopular with its original name – Volkswagen Type 1, the Beetle remains the longest-running and most manufactured car of a single design platform.

Despite the fact that so many cars of this Volkswagen model were produced, it is still extremely hard to find two Beetles that are customized in the same way. The idea of endless customization is probably what endears so many to model, or perhaps it is that behind these cars there are no two owners alike. This basically means that behind every one of it there is a story.

In the video below, the fellows from Petrolicious show exactly this: the story of Stephan Ruiz and his Beetle. After many mishaps involving stolen, burned, and wrecked Beetles, he has eventually found his personal Beetle. Clean is the best word to describe this one-year-only 1967 Beetle, and Stephan wants to keep it that way.

httpv://youtu.be/HfAMeKieObQ

Source: Petrolicious

March 20, 2013

2013 Volkswagen e-Up! – 150 km Range

Volkswagen has revealed the new all-electric version of the 2013 Up!. The four-seat car – which operates with nearly zero noise – is being shown at today’s Annual Press and Investors Conference in Wolfsburg. It impresses with its driving range of 150 km and excellent everyday practicality.

The electric motor has a maximum output of 82HP (60 kW) and a continuous power of 55HP (40 kW). The torque is 210Nm (155 lb-ft) from the first rev. 0-100 km/h in 14 seconds and a top speed of 135 km/h (84 mph). The 18.7 kWh lithium-ion battery pack can be charged up to 80 % in just 30 minutes.

Other higlights include LED daytime running lights, aerodynamically optimized: underbody, sills and front end. There is a set of 15” alloy wheels fitted with low-resistance tires.

The curb weight is 1,185 (2,612 lbs).

The vehicle’s interior features e-up! light-grey seat covers with blue top-stitched seams. Special leather and chrome accents have been used to convey a puristic impression that matches the vehicle concept of a full-fledged urban electric car.

Looks like the perfect city car, but will it be…?

Source: Volkswagen

March 14, 2013

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