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Volkswagen Golf24 is ready to hit the Nurburgring

The fastest Volkswagen Golf will compete tomorrow at the Nurburgring-Nordschleife in the legendary 24-hour race. The spectacular Golf24 has been prepared specially to take place at the race – June 23 to June 26, 2011. Fitting the 35^th anniversary of the Golf GTI, Volkswagen Motorsport has developed a thorough-bred racing version of the world’s highest-volume production car.

It is powered by a 2.5 liter five-cylinder turbocharged engine with 440PS (324 kW) and 540Nm of torque. It features four-wheel drive, a sequential 6-speed gearbox with paddle shifters and, last but not least, an impressive body shell.

Check out Volkswagen driver line-up, below!

Volkswagen Golf 24h Rollout - Oschersleben 2011 — Volkswagen Golf 24h Rollout – Oschersleben 2011

The Volkswagen driver line-up for the 2011 Nurburgring 24-hour race:

#35 – Golf24 – white / red

Peter Terting (D) / Nicki Thiim (DK) / Franck Mailleux (F) / René Rast (D)

#135 – Golf24 – white / blue
Thomas Mutsch (D) / Fredrik Ekblom (S) / Patrick Simon (D) / Edoardo Mortara (I)

#235 – Golf24 – white / yellow
Johnny Herbert (GB) / Patrick Bernhardt(D) / Mark Blundell (GB) / René Rast (D)

#116 – Scirocco GT24-CNG – blue / silver
Dr Ulrich Hackenberg (D) / Vanina Ickx (B) / Peter Wyss (CH) / Bernd Ostmann (D)

#117 – Scirocco GT24-CNG – blue / orange
Nasser Al-Attiyah (Q) / Carlos Sainz (E) / Giniel de Villiers (ZA) / Klaus Niedzwiedz (D)

Source: Volkswagen

June 22, 2011

2012 Volkswagen Beetle RS

Looks like Volkswagen Beetle will have its RS version, which is going to feature a high-performance turbocharger kit with bigger intercooler, larger injectors, CAI and of course ECU re-map.

The exterior is dramatically changed, actually, 2012 Beetle RS looks like Porsche GT3 RS, which is not bad, at all.

Still, the project car doesn’t have plates and registration, so it will be created as autoshow concept. The tuning team didn’t have enough time, because the new Beetle Rs had to be presented to dealers this week, so that they can see, what can be done on the new car.

2012 Beetle RS stands on VMR710 20” x 9J ET35 wheels fitted with Continental ExtremeContact DW 245/35 ZR20 tires. The suspension is also improved – H&R from Golf VI GTI. The vehicle is fitted with a Borla exhaust for better performance and sound, of course.

Stay tuned for more information!

Source: VW Vortex

June 13, 2011

2012 Volkswagen Beetle US Price – $18 995

Volkswagen US has priced the new 2012 Beetle at just $18 995 for the entry-level model featuring 2.5 liter four-cylinder petrol engine with 172PS (127 kW) and 240Nm (177 lb-ft) of torque.

It offers fuel economy that is improved by up to 10 percent over past 2.5L models. The gearbox choice is between 5-speed manual and 6-speed automatic. The engines returns 22 mpg city and 31 mpg highway and 22 mpg city and 29 mpg highway, respectively for manual and automatic.

The 2.5L comes standard with a split folding rear seat, aux-in for portable audio players, a leather steering wheel, unique and customizable 17” alloy wheels, and an eight-speaker audio system. The options list includes additional glovebox, Bluetooth technology, iPod connectivity, heated front seats, three-color interior ambient lighting, and leatherette seating surfaces.

The 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol TSI has a decent power of 203PS (149 kW) and 280Nm (207 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox and DSG dual-clutch is available as an option. The fuel economy rating is 30 mpg on the highway and 22 mpg in the city.

2012-Volkswagen-Beetle

The second level of equipment adds Bluetooth® technology, iPod® connectivity, three-color ambient lighting, larger brakes with red calipers, a kaeferfach additional glovebox that is similar to that of the original Beetle, sport seating surfaces, 18” alloy wheels, a rear spoiler, foglights, three additional gauges on the dashboard and alloy pedals.

In 2012, Volkswagen Bettle will be available with 2.0 liter TDI engine with 142PS (104 kW) and 320Nm (236 lb-ft) of torque. The pricing will be revealed close to launch. This will be the most fuel-efficient Beetle ever, with an expected highway estimate of 40 mpg.

2012 Volkswagen Beetle includes Volkswagen’s advanced Intelligent Crash Response System that shuts off the fuel pump, unlocks the doors, and switches on the hazard lights if the car is involved in some types of collisions. It also features 3-year/36 000-mile scheduled Carefree Maintenance® Program.
2012 volkswagen beetle

Source: Volkswagen US

June 8, 2011

Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet Concept

Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet Concept Volkswagen has unveiled the stunning Golf R Cabriolet Concept at the 2011 Wörthersee.

The open-top is powered by the well-known 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol engine, but this time it develops 270PS (199 kW) and 350Nm (258 lb-ft). 0 to 100 km/h in 6 seconds and top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h (155 mph).

The Concept car also features some exterior modifications like an aggressive front bumper, modified side skirts, carbon mirror caps and a center mounted dual sports exhaust system.

Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet Concept has sport suspension, enormous brakes with orange painted brake calipers and 19” alloy wheels fitted with high-performance tires.

There are no pictures of the interior, but the driver and front passenger have the pleasure of sitting on perfectly ergonomic motorsport shell seats. There will be some carbon fiber accents. Black Nappa leather will also be present.

The sport leather steering wheel’s inner segments and grip recesses were upholstered in “carbon leather”. The floor mats will have a carbon look.

Everything seems perfect, but will it go in production?

Stay tuned for more information!

Source: Volkswagen

June 2, 2011

2012 Volkswagen Passat US Price – $19 995

The new 2012 Passat US is priced at just $19 995, which is more than $7000 less compared to the EU equivalent. This is the base price for the 2.5 liter petrol with 170PS.

The vehicle will be avialable in several levels and it will come with automatic dual-zone climate control, Bluetooth connectivity, steering wheel audio controls as standard. There is also the Volkswagen’s no-charge three-year/36 000 mile scheduled Carefree Maintenance Program.

The 2.5 liter S model has a price tag of $22 690 and comes with a 6-speed automatic gerabox, 16” alloys and a rear center armrest with storage.

Passat SE is priced at $23 725. This trim level adds 17” alloy wheels, heated front seats, 8-way power driver seat, touchscreen Premium VIII audio system and a multi-function steering wheel with leather upholstery.The sunroof and SAT NAV system will boost the price to $26 795.

The 2.5 litre SEL is priced at $29 895 and comes with Fender Premium Audio System, Homelink, interior chrome touches, wood grain interior décor, comfort seats and exterior chrome accents.

2012 Volkswagen Passat SEL Premium will add leather upholstery, keyless entry and remote start, fog lights, driver seat memory and 8-way power passenger seat.

The 2.0 liter TDI variant will be available in just three trim levels and the price is a lot higher – $25 995 for the entry version and the SEL Premium comes at $32 195.

The new Volkswagen Passat is definitely a great value for money and it is highly competitive to its rivals, especially at this price. There is no doubt, that it will become a best-seller, not only in Europe, but in the US, too.

2011-Volkswagen-Passat-US

Source: Volkswagen US

May 27, 2011

2011 Volkswagen Transporter Sportline

Volkswagen has announced the latest 2011 Transporter Sportline, which offers great versatility at decent price. It is available on both panel van and kombi models, in both short- and long-wheelbase. The entry-level version is priced at £28 220.

All models come with superb 2.0 litre Bi-turbo TDI engine delivering 180PS. The power unit is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox as standard and the 7-speed DSG is available as an option on all models for a £1 400 premium.

The exterior boasts a striking gloss black grille with chrome detailing and revised headlights. The redesigned colour-coded bumper has incorporated front fog lights. There are also polished stainless steel side bars and unique 18” Sportline 5-spoke coming in either silver or satin black. The smoked rear light units and a rear roof spoiler further differentiate the Sportline models.

Last, but not least, the new Transporter Sportline can be finished in Reflex Silver metallic, Deep Black pearlescent or, the optional, Candy White with a contrasting gloss black roof.

The interior is superb, too. There are exclusive two-tone leather upholstery, semi-automatic air conditioning, multimedia system with 7” colour touch-screen with full European SAT NAV, rear parking sensors, built-in Bluetooth connectivity and electric windows.

The safety is granted by the ABS, ESP (Electronic Stabilisation Programme) and EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution).

There is no doubt that 2011 Volkswagen Transporter Sportline is the ultimate van that you can buy! Check out the price tables, below.

Volkswagen Transporter Sportline

Panel van T32 2.0-litre BiTDI 180PS

	Short-wheelbase		Long-wheelbase
	6-spd manual	7-spd DSG	6-spd manual	7-spd DSG
Basic RRP ex. VAT	27,385.00	28,785.00	27,875.00	29,275.00
VAT	5,477.00	5,757.00	5,575.00	5,855.00
Total RRP inc. VAT	32,862.00	34,542.00	33,450.00	35,130.00
OTR package	949.00	949.00	949.00	949.00
Total RRP inc. OTR ex. VAT	28,220.00	29,620.00	28,710.00	30,110.00
Total RRP inc. OTR inc. VAT	33,811.00	35,491.00	34,399.00	36,079.00
Top speed (mph)	119	119	119	119
0-62 mph (seconds)	9.9	10.0	9.9	10.0
Fuel economy, combined (mpg)	36.2	34.9	36.2	34.9
CO₂ (g/km)	205	214	205	214

kombiT32 2.0-litre BiTDI 180PS

	Short-wheelbase		Long-wheelbase
	6-spd manual	7-spd DSG	6-spd manual	7-spd DSG
Basic RRP ex. VAT	29,265.00	30,665.00	29,755.00	31,155.00
VAT	5,853.00	6,133.00	5,951.00	6,231.00
Total RRP inc. VAT	35,118.00	36,798.00	35,706.00	37,386.00
OTR package	949.00	949.00	949.00	949.00
Total RRP inc. OTR ex. VAT	30,100.00	31,500.00	30,580.00	31,990.00
Total RRP inc. OTR inc. VAT	36,067.00	37,747.00	36,655.00	38,335.00
Top speed (mph)	119	119	119	119
0-62 mph (seconds)	10.3	10.2	10.3	10.2
Fuel economy, combined (mpg)	36.2	34.9	36.2	34.9
CO₂ (g/km)	205	214	205	214

Source: Volkswagen

May 19, 2011

MR Car Design VW T5 Transporter HAWAII Deluxe

MR Car Design, the famous German tuning specialist has revealed a stunning custom version of the fifth generation Volkswagen T5 Transporter dubbed MR Car Design VW T5 HAWAII Deluxe. (more…)

May 12, 2011

Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 35

Volkswagen Golf VI GTI Edition 35 will have its official debut on June 1^st. However, the manufacturer has released some pictures ahead of its premiere. The car is built specially to celebrate the model’s 35th anniversary.

Golf VI GTI Edition 35 boasts new front bumper, revised interior trim and a lot of “35” badging. The “35” signature appears on the wing panels, door sill plates, head restraints and centre seat panel.

Golf VI GTI anniversary model is powered by a 2.0 liter TSI petrol engine with 235PS (173 kW), which is 25PS more than the factory’s 210PS (155 kW).

Under the hood, power comes from a revised 2.0-liter TSI petrol engine that develops 235 PS (173 kW / 232 hp) instead of the usual 210 PS (155 kW / 207 hp). Nothing is mentioned about the torque, but perhaps it is slightly increased, too.

Golf VI GTI Edition 35 will hit the market at price of €30 425 EURO. The company will begin accepting pre-orders on May 12^th.

volkswagen golf vi gti edition 35

Source: Volkswagen

May 10, 2011

Cobra VW Touran, Sharan and Caddy

Cobra now offers an exterior package for the latest Volkswagen Touran.

It includes a high-gloss stainless-steel front brush guard with a tube diameter of 48mm and a stainless-steel bumper grille. The Touran also comes with high-gloss side guards with integrated step and a tube diameter of 60 mm, and a version with a brushed surface finish without the integrated step. At the rear, there is a bumper guard with a choice of high-gloss or brushed finishes.

Cobra Touran stands on new alloy wheels with dimension 8Jx18”.

The tuning company also offers some upgrades for the latest Sharan.

The minivan comes with a stainless-steel front brush guard and bumper grille. At the sides, there are guards with integrated step.

The five-spoke 17” wheels are available as one-piece and multi-piece designs. The width is 8J.

VW Caddy also benefits from Cobra Technology and Lifestyle. The front received brush guard and bumper grille, both made from high-gloss stainless steel. Side guards with and without integrated step are also available.

These accessories are complemented with striking Cobra Grenada alloy wheels in size 7Jx15 for retaining the stock tires or in size 8Jx17 for mounting sporty low-profile tires.

Cobra VW Touran

Source: Cobra

May 9, 2011

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Volkswagen has introduced a new version of the super popular Beetle. The company revived one of the most popular models in its history in 1998. The new model is inspired by the Beetle Ragster concept shown in Detroit in 2005.

2012 Bettle is bigger and has more masculine and dynamic appearance Its dimensions are: 4 278 mm in length, 1 808 mm in width and 1 486 in height. The wheelbase is 2 537 mm, which is also increased. The boot capacity is 310 litres, which is a more than 100 litres than a 1998 model. The Beetle has four seats, with a split-fold rear seat for added versatility.

The interior features good quality materials, distinctive appearance with easy to identify and ergonomic controls.

There are three trim levels: Beetle, Design and Sport. The options list is huge, too. It includens Keyless Access, SAT NAV systems, a panoramic sunroof, bi-xenon headlights, LED daytime running lights, etc.

The engine range consists of three petrol and one diesel power plants. The petrols are a 1.2 litre TSI 105PS, a 1.4 litre TSI with 160PS and a mighty 2.0 litre TSI developing 200PS. The diesel is a 1.6 litre TDI with 105PS with BlueMotion Technology. Thanks to the addition of Stop/Start and battery regeneration systems the Beetle 1.6-litre 105 PS is estimated to have a combined fuel consumption of 65.7 mpg and CO2 emissions of 112 g/km.

The safety is at very high level, because of the laser-welded and galvanised body structure which has one of the highest torsional rigidity values in the segment at 26,000 Nm/˚. The car also has six airbags and ESP as standard. The 2.0-litre 200 PS, will feature standard XDS electronic differential lock as fitted to the Golf GTI.

The new Beetle will hit the market in early 2012. Price list is not announced, yet!

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Source: Volkswagen

April 18, 2011

2011 Volkswagen Amarok

2011 Volkswagen Amarok achieves ratings of 7E and 8E and it also is in some of the lowest insurance groups. The pick-up introduces a more efficient 2.0 litre diesel, which offers better efficiency, more power and low fuel consumption. VW Amarok has the lowest CO2 emission in its segment – 199 g/km.

The engine is 2.0 litre TDI with 122PS and 340Nm at just 1750RPM, while the more powerful bi-turbo model with 163PS and 400Nm at 1750RPM has emissions figure of 209 g/km of CO2. All models come with 6-speed manual transmission. The performance is pretty good – 0 to 62 mph in 13.7 seconds for the 122PS version and 11.1 seconds for the 163PS model. 2011 Amarok Highline offers a maximum towing weight of 2 800 kg with permanent 4MOTION, while the models with selectable 4MOTION can tow up to 2 690kg.

The 2.0 litre TDI achieves 37.2 mpg, while the bi-turbo models returns 35.8 mpg. The fuel tank has 80 litre of capacity, so the Amarok has a theoretical range of more than 650 miles.

A full range of accessories, from iPod adaptors and Bluetooth kits, to hard tops, tonneau covers and towbars, will be available for the new Volkswagen Amarok pick-up when it goes on sale in the UK on 1 May.

There are also some styling options like a front bumper trim, exterior decor sets, side steps, stainless steel side rails, styling bars for the loadspace and the option to upgrade to 19” alloys.

Check out the techical specification below!
2011 Volkswagen Amarok

2011 Volkswagen Amarok:

	Startline 122 PS 4MOTION (selectable)	Startline 163 PS 4MOTION (selectable)	Trendline 163 PS 4MOTION (selectable)	Highline 163 PS 4MOTION (selectable)	Highline 163 PS 4MOTION (permanent)
Engine type: (1968 cc, 4-cyclinder, water-cooled, common rail TDI)	in-line variable turbine geometry turbo with intercooler	in-line, Bi-turbo with intercooler
EU emission standard	Euro5
CO₂ emissions, g/km	199	209
Power, PS at rpm	122 at 3750	163 at 4000
Torque, Nm at rpm	340 at 1750 – 2250	400 at 1500 – 2000
0-62 mph, seconds	13.7	11.1
Top speed, mph	100	112
Transmission	6-speed manual
GVW, kg	3170				2820
ULW, kg	2051	2062	2065	2106	2070
Payload, kg	1119	1108	1105	1064	750
Gross Train Weight, kg	5500
Axle load limit, front/rear, kg	1375/1860	1385/1860			1385/1600
Towing limit, braked/unbraked, kg	2690/750	2690/750			2800/750
Fuel economy: – Urban – Extra Urban – Combined	30.1 42.2 37.2	29.1 40.4 35.8
Insurance group	7E	8E			7E

Source: Volkswagen

April 12, 2011

JE DESIGN Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid

JE Design has introduced their tuning program for the new Volkswagen Touareg and specially for the Hybrid version of it. The tuning company offers both styling and performance packages.

The aerodynamics package includes a widebody kit including a new radiator grill, a front spoiler, front and rear wheel arch extensions, a rear apron insert, a roof spoiler and a rear hatch blend.

The performance package boosts the 3.0 liter TFSI engine to 440HP and 630Nm of torque. The acceleration is more than satisfying 0 to 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds and top speed of 255 km/h. Remember, this is a big SUV so these numbers are superb.

JE DESIGN prices their power increase kit at 3999 Euro, and for an additional 199 Euro is able to proved a two year warranty for the engine, the compressor, the transmission and the power train.

JE Design also offers a performance package for the 3.0 TDI version of Touareg. The diesel is boosted to 285HP (210 KW).

Check out the pictures!

JE DESIGN Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid