Volkswagen Caddy

Volkswagen Caddy Kasten is a modern technology-a car for business travel in the city and the provision of services and delivery of goods.


Volkswagen Caddy

The car was built based Volkswagen Golf V, which allows it comfort, safety and excellent dynamic performance. After receiving inherited from the previous generation Caddy outstanding performance and reliable freight spring rear suspension, the car has acquired a number of improvements to talk about it as the best performance of the car Volkswagen Caddy increased functionality.


Volkswagen Caddy

When the size of the car Volkswagen Caddy Kasten has roomy cargo compartment volume of 3.2 m3 and a payload capacity of 750 kg, a 200 kg more than the previous generation Volkswagen Caddy.


Volkswagen Caddy

For reliable fastening goods provided 6 weight hinges. Access to the bay is carried out through the rear door cold (or folding door), or through the widest in this class of cars sdvizhnuyu the side door.


Volkswagen Caddy

Volkswagen Caddy Kasten distinguished not only as an excellent working, but also a high level of ergonomics. Car Salon implemented in a manner that ensures maximum comfort for the driver and passenger. On the front panel are numerous offices for small things.

Volkswagen Caddy Interior


Volkswagen Caddy

Material pockets in the side doors cabin width and height are sufficient for the storage of 1,5-liter bottles. In addition, the ceiling panel over the full width of the cab is also roomy office for the papers and things.


Volkswagen Caddy

Steering column dealt with in two dimensions, making driving a Caddy Kasten convenient for any driver. The passenger and driver's seat adjustment are longitudinal position and backrest tilt.

Volkswagen Caddy

The instrument panel, as well as the entire range of cars Volkswagen different functionality and high quality of performance. Models Volkswagen Caddy Kasten with petrol engines in addition to the standard set of instruments and indicators are on the dashboard of brake pad wear indicator. Volkswagen Caddy Kasten like all Volkswagen cars are distinguished by a high level of security.

Volkswagen Caddy

The system of active safety vehicle includes anti-system (ABS), DZM system (ASR) and the system for controlling the braking engine (MSR).

Volkswagen Caddy

The high quality of performance and assembly-Card Volkswagen cars. Volkswagen Caddy Kasten fully meet these high standards of quality parts. Suspension Volkswagen Caddy Kast en combination: an independent front - and rear-spring.

Volkswagen Caddy

Caddy Kasten equipped with a new powerful and economical engines Volkswagen Caddy, which offers a wide selection of the opportunity to choose a car in strict accordance with its future use.

Volkswagen Caddy Petrol

1.4 liter, 55 kW, 16; MPI (multi-injection)

1.6 liter, 75 kW, 8, MPI (multi-injection)

Volkswagen Caddy Diesel

Volkswagen Caddy 2.0 liter, 51 kW; SDI (atmospheric diesel, direct injection)

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door has always focused on the main point: your pleasure of driving. You will appreciate its strength and dynamism, outlined details of sports: rapid bonnet lines, concise spoiler and rear lamps design catch. Those details point to the many technological innovations that have made outstanding Golf car.


Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

The new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door again outside competition: the most stringent and safe in the classroom body, the first in a class separate climate, amplifier brakes electromechanical servo amplifier helm, 4-wishbone suspension, unique gearbox DSG is only a small fraction of its advantages.


Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

For the first time in this class of cars in the Volkswagen Golf 3 Door offers separate climate Climatronic system for the driver and front passenger.


Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

Climatronic air-conditioner automatically regulates the temperature separately for the right and left zones cabin. Seated in front are independent of each other to determine their unique microclimate in the cabin. Thus, the temperature is ideal both for the driver and the front passenger.

Volkswagen Golf R32


Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

Controls are air-conditioned high enough on the center console, so they can see well, and manage very simply and conveniently. Moreover, when reversing Climatronic mode automatically switches to recycling, but with the inclusion of liquid Intelligent Management System instantly stops the filing of the outer air, and air in the cabin is always clean and fresh.

Volkswagen Golf R32


Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

Cars sporting spirit is not enough for rapid dispersal. It must be able to immediately slow down. The new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door is not an instant or delays, if any slow down quickly. Brakes amplifier determines the most comfortable mode of braking. Assistant braking system (Dual Brake Assist) on the speed brake applications a fraction of a second, understand whether stall to a halt or not.

Volkswagen Golf R32 Interior


Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

In emergency braking Assistant provides maximum pressure on the brake pedal until the full dropping. This significantly reduces the braking distance and, if possible, to avoid an incident.


Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

The dynamics of running gear Volkswagen Golf 3 Door just excellent. Optimized front suspension, rear suspension 4-wishbone suspension new design, as well as the high rigidity body provides the driver and passengers a new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door highest comfort.


Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

Previously, it was only available in large classes of vehicles. Now you can enjoy them in the new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door. Contributing to the optimized front suspension and rack McPherson gauge. Since stabilizers located near pillars, decreasing the transverse front of the heel of body. Thanks to reduce lateral heel stabilizer and optimized for Action, an improved front suspension provides enhanced dynamics of the Volkswagen Golf 3 Door while passing turns. Therefore, even rut not delivers unpleasant sensations while driving.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door Engine


Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

Behind Volkswagen Golf 3 Door applied in the new independent suspension wheels (4 lever). Through it, significantly improved handling and comfort on the move. New suspension positively influenced and active safety. In addition, since the new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door used fixed inclined shock absorbers with oval additional springs, it has been possible to increase the distance between the wheel niche in the boot. In addition, a more accurate guide system of wheels and suspension springs effect of the improved markedly improved overall comfort while driving.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

Reactions car in a chain of quick turns, suspension tuning and smooth progress of the new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door-simply exemplary. The new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door pleased to lead on any road.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

The new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door was able to significantly increase the active stiffness of the body: 15% strength on the twisting and by 35% to bend. Static tensile twisting has been improved by as much as 80 percent (!), which is a better indicator in its segment. This high rate is not an end in itself, a guarantee of your safety and comfort.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

High rigidity has been achieved not by increasing the mass of the body, but rather a result of the consistent alleviates construction. Especially efficient technology has improved joints connecting with the use of laser welding and perfect reflection Construction of the body. In addition, optimized layout of the body significantly improved acoustic performance. In other words: the new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door has become not only stronger and safer, but much quieter.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

The body of the new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door has become increasingly (1759 mm / +24 mm), above (1483 mm / +39 mm) and longer (4204 mm / +55 mm), which became an internal volume Cabin much more (+54 mm length of the passenger compartment). First, it refers to the rear of the (+55 mm space for the feet / +24 mm distance from the head of a passenger in the rear seat upholstery to the roof and +8 mm body at the front) and trunk (350 l / +20 l). This significant increase in the amount of blazes Volkswagen Golf 3 Door for another bridge to the next higher grade.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

In addition, Volkswagen Golf 3 Door for the first time in the world apply new door modules: so far all of serial mass car production in the event of "incorrigible" damaged sheet metal door had to replace all the door entirely. And even if the internal structure of the door remained intact. The process is complicated, and for the client-roads.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

The new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door is absolutely different because for the first time a mass serial car has been possible replacement of a separate panel outside that significantly reduces costs in the event of her injuries. In terms of a constructive inner door panel, together with so-called hybrid laths serves as a load of construction. At these laths and establishes the outer panel.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door Design individual as fingerprints. One of the secrets of World Volkswagen Golf 3 Door success is that he has always distinguished the original design. This style improved over four generations, and now one can say that the brand has established Volkswagen Golf 3 Door car with "absolute protection against forgery.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

The new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door, continuing the tradition of unique design, is the most significant leap in the evolution of visual-as well as from a technical standpoint. Teams of designers managed to form a vivid and dynamic image of Volkswagen Golf 3 Door, in which the emotional emphasis put in perspective.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

In front of the design there are new elements of the catch: dual round headlights with a cross located direction indicators as the Phaeton, "typical" tapered to the center of the front. Above the headlamps raised pronounced curved surface of the wings.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

As a continuation of the bonnet, along with the radiator grille, they form the shape V- manner forms-design characteristic sign of a new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door, further emphasizing its dynamics.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

The energy and strength and felt at the back of the vehicle: hard line shoulder belt stresses athletic new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door. Expressive rear lamps with twin round-characteristic elements of design Volkswagen Golf 3 Door. They are integrated into the rear half of the door.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

The large rear glass provides excellent Visibility and attached cars characteristic elegance. Sports sophisticated aerodynamics is achieved through aerodynamic nose on the roof, installed on top of the rear door. To open the rear door just lift Volkswagen Golf 3 Door logo. This hands always remain clean, so l. deepening, which is a pen, blatantly.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

Silhouette new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door define a few basic elements. Daylight line passes under the side windows and lifted up markedly, forming in the side run a "wedge". Side glass with graphically clear form an entity linked rapidly roof line.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

Special mention should be rear rack. It has become a traditional element of style Volkswagen Golf 3 Door, and brings significant element in the dynamics of the new generation. This bodywork Volkswagen Golf 3 Door is especially dynamic. In cooperation of all elements of design are born emotionality, which the new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door seem even more vivid and dynamic than all previous generations of vehicles.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

All set for the new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door engines have low operating costs, and ensures their cars cost a great deal of turn. In any trip you can be sure to get the goal.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

Diesel engines are equipped innovation on the client directly with the IP switching DSG transmissions (also six), which Volkswagen first introduced in the sports Volkswagen Golf 3 Door R32. In terms of a constructive MP switching to the direct channel has been specially adapted per the wishes of European customers who prefer sports and comfortable while driving.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

A significant contrast from the classic DSG automatic transmission here is the lack of ZF as a trigger element. DSG first time combines the "liveliness" manual transmission with automatic comfort ordinary MP.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

This engine with a working volume of 1.6 liters, the power of 102 hp elaborating already has proved itself perfectly to the Volkswagen Golf 3 Door and Touran. The new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door, it also comes serially rally gearbox.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

As an optional invited comfortable and efficient 6-step ACTs for the driver performs all the work on change of gear. Switching modes independently adapted to the conditions of traffic (for example, the movement on the rise or trailer). Alternatively, it is also possible to manually (semi) management gearbox with the function Tiptronic (+/-). Raising maneuverability also provides special sports mode in the gearbox "S".

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

The new modem legislator of maneuverability, comfort and cost is 2-litre TDI diesel engine capacity of 103 kVt/140 HP and maximum torque 320 Nm. Powerful 4-cylinder engine comes six new gearbox or proposed in the future as additional equipment MP with a direct channel switching DSG.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

Turbo diesel engine 1.9 TDi the working volume of 1.9 and a capacity of 77 kVt/105 HP, develop maximum torque 250 Nm. A new in this power and economical engine, as in 2-litre TDI, it is a quick launch system that allows the engine to instantly make any climatic conditions without pre heating, perceptible to the driver. Given the capacity of the fuel tank of 60 liters stock during Volkswagen Golf 3 Door c engine that can reach 1000 kilometers. This remarkable efficiency. As 2-litre TDi, 1.9 TDi innovation comes box shift DSG.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

The concept of security is simple: the new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door is like your personal bodyguards. Volkswagen is the market two-and four versions of Volkswagen Golf 3 Door in options Acquisition Trendline, Comfortline and Sportline. All models are invited to an extensive package of equipment that provides comfort and safety, including six airbags, five head restraints (front-active) three-seat-belts, new steering column, footswitch hub, retractable undercarriage in collision, as well as numerous electronic active safety systems.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

To exclude extreme cases on the road, the new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door has received the full range of active safety tools. First, the active safety positively influenced by the new suspension. Ahead excellent manageability provide substantially completed depreciation desk, and used the rear independent 4, a new lever suspension.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

Suspension new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door effectively erodes fluctuations in the wavy surface and shocks, which in the end did not reach the driver and passengers. This means that the new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door pleasure and safe conduct on any road. In addition, the rear wheel independent suspension, interacting with stabilizers lateral stability, reduces the lateral heel. This is particularly pronounced in bends: even if they take place in the sporting manner, the Volkswagen Golf 3 Door holds the road safely and no heel.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

Security also has been improved, thanks to the use of entire new electromechanical actuators steering (EPS). Gain continuously optimized for the sensor signals, depending on the speed. Volkswagen Golf 3 Door Even at the sudden movement of the wheel, he reacts exactly perfect, as previously expected.

Of course, the new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door anti-drift installed electronic system ESP (optional). It makes all (of course, within the physically possible) to make the Volkswagen Golf 3 Door even with sudden maneuvers maintained exchange rate stability on any surface. Anti-drift system managed by signals of sensors detects the critical situations still at the stage of their occurrence.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

The effect of ESP reinforced front and rear disc brakes, braking 2-step amplifier (Dual Brake Assist), electronic locking differential (EDS) and the anti-lock system (ABS), as well as anti-slip regulator (ASR), which prevents the yield driving wheels, particularly in Ice. These systems provide extremely quick stop all four wheels, even with a sudden braking.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

Together, these systems provide extremely quick stop all four wheels, even with a sudden braking. So for the new Volkswagen Golf 3 Door may rely not only those who travels on it, but also those who will be on his way.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

High potential security guarantees, in particular, the special properties of high-bodywork. Thanks to modern technology, laser welding, it absorbs a significant proportion of energy and prevent accidental clashes in a manner dangerous deformation of the passenger compartment carcass.

Volkswagen Golf 3 Door

Additional means of protecting the driver and passenger air bag system-security (6 or 8 pieces.): Front, front, front, and (optionally buyer) rear side, as well as the top, which protects all those in the Volkswagen Golf 3 Door, from head injuries. Provide protection for accidental circular. At a buyer yet installed and rear side-cushion as an additional means of protection for passengers in the rear seat of extreme ground.

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

Discover the brink of all new Volkswagen Polo 3 Door. Thanks to the sporting nature and size larger enclosure, he feels excellent not only in the urban stream. Volkswagen Polo 3 Door has many additional qualities that can change your life for the better. Prepare for Summit unbelievable.


Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

Design The dynamic nature. The whole image of the new Volkswagen Polo 3 Door said of the dynamic driving pleasure. With its compact size, high-quality optics, impeccable finish and functionality of the passenger compartment, the vast space, it could become the ideal companion to every day.


Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

Updated front of the Volkswagen Polo 3 Door cars attached robust features. Out roll V- manner lattice radiator stresses strong nature of the new Volkswagen Polo 3 Door. A halogen headlights and indicators of transparent glass-dynamics there are at the new Volkswagen Polo 3 Door.


Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

In the first place, in the eyes of jumping aerodynamic exterior mirrors with built-perfect form direction indicators. Another remarkable piece is comfortable lamp switch. He responds to the slightest touch to automatically flash three times.


Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

The new Volkswagen Polo 3 Door is confident in itself, with whatever point you either look at it. The central design element in the rear of the lights, with the main round lenses. Their form of matching shape emotionally headlight, which makes the rear of the new Volkswagen Polo 3 Door energy and individuality.


Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

Glow your color. Color is the expression of emotion and personality. Express your individuality. For your new Volkswagen Polo 3 Door exists in a variety of colors, from yellow to Flash-Rot Sunflower. Six varnishes "metallic" from green to blue Fairway Green Shadow Blue, including a new color-gray Silver Bird, four types of lacquer coating with a "mother of pearl" effect, including a new blue-Olympia. You just have to choose your color.

Volkswagen Polo BlueMotion


Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

Discs and tires attached to the image of Volkswagen Polo 3 Door special shade-depending upon whether you get dynamic image, prefer classic elegance or style. Of the large number of proposed or light steel discs you can select those that match your taste.

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door Interior


Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

Enjoy driving; you must have confidence in its full security. The new Volkswagen Polo 3 Door will support you, thanks to the many systems that help avoid a critical situation.

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door


Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

In extensive package of safety equipment includes front airbags for the driver and passengers (serially), and side airbags (optional) for the driver and front passenger. If you are a child in the Volkswagen Polo 3 Door, you can erase deactivate the passenger airbag with the help of key and easy to install child seat.

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door Engine


Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

You can avoid a critical situation, thanks to ABS system with a "comfortable" Assistant braking. The system (optional) ABS prevents wheel lock during braking. "Brakes" Assistant provides support emergency braking, significantly reducing the length of braking distance with a sharp brake application. With full brake application automatically increases braking force multiplier, while a shorter stopping distance.

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

Best resistance on the road. Electronic exchange rate stability (ESP) for the new Volkswagen Polo 3 Door in the kit with engines with a power output of 74 kW (optional) securely holds the car on the road. In combination with other systems, such as ABS, EDS and ASR, it minimizes the danger of skidding. Sensors monitor the movement of vehicles and, where appropriate, incorporated into the management process to ensure the movement confident in any situation.

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

Tri adjustable for height rear head not only increase passenger comfort, but also their safety. Volkswagen Polo 3 Door provides excellent support for young passengers, thanks to the ISOFIX anchorages back seat. This anchorage for simplified installation and dismantling of two child seats. An important advantage: children's seat firmly attached directly to the body of the Volkswagen Polo 3 Door.

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

If you wish to increase the comfort of driving, adding the package "light" and review (optional). Convenience is provided by rain sensor, automatic rear-view mirrors and functions Coming-Home. Last activated by clicking on the pointer switching mode light lamps when the key has been ejected from the ignition. When you exit the Volkswagen Polo 3 Door, with driver opened the door includes light lamps, and after 30 seconds lighting automatically shuts down, which will allow you to easily get to the door at any time of day.

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

Available as an option ParkPilot helps you in the performance of complex parking maneuvers. The system warns you by recurring chime with the movement back, thereby signaling of up to the obstacles. Parking in bottlenecks be your pleasure.

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

The possibility of recruiting the individual ALTC. Buying a new Volkswagen Polo 3 Door, you have the opportunity to select one of three ALTC most suited to your pre-viding for pleasure of driving a car. Different kit will allow perfectly adjust the new Volkswagen Polo 3 Door, under your personal needs.

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

Equipment. New Volkswagen Polo 3 Door drew attention their equipment: Trendline, Comfortline or Sportline. Acquisition of Volkswagen Polo 3 Door Comfortline make life even more demanding customers through their pleasant unusual equip. To salon impressed dynamic features, it is best to choose Volkswagen Polo 3 Door Sportline.

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

Sound Waves "RCD 200" with integrated player CDs 2 x 20 Watt will pamper your brilliant sound of the four speakers (optional). Engines. Modern range of engines for the new Volkswagen Polo 3 Door combines low fuel consumption and the impressive momentum. Depending on the style driving you can choose between four gasoline engines with a power output of 40 kW to 74 kW (fuel consumption: 5.8-6.5 l/100 km). power of 55 kW engine can be set to automatic transmission (fuel: 7,4 - 7.6 l/100 km).

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

Convenience and Reliability: affordable option as comfortable electro equipment Volkswagen Polo 3 Door provides new remote-controlled central lock and two keys folding outside mirrors with a heater and electric adjustable, protective devices and additional sensor lighting in the passenger door. At a lighting package can be made more comfortable.

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

Indicator pressure in the tires. The drop in pressure was often the cause of wheel punctured tire. The optional indicator monitoring tire pressure protects your safety. It records the level of disapproval tire air pressure.

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

The new Volkswagen Polo 3 Door reaffirmed its first-excellent quality and diversity of choice of engines. The vehicle may employ four petrol engines with a power output of 47 kW / 55 liters. With up to 74 kW / 100 hp

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door 1.2 4V engine 47 kW / 65 liters with among Starters for the proposed Volkswagen Polo 3 Door gasoline engines has three cylinder, and a working volume of 1.2 liters. This power has won the most popular machine among customers, the owners of the previous generation Volkswagen Polo 3 Door. Thanks to its design, it is highly profitable and low-power fuel: 3-cylinder engine capacity of 47 kW / 65 liters with average of 100 km. ways consumes only 5.9 liters of fuel. Compared with the traditional 4-cylinder engine, this engine with four valves per cylinder provides substantial fuel savings, especially in urban settings.

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door 1.4 4V engine 55 kW / 75 liters with propulsion This machine is designed and 4-valve thanks to the power of 55 kW / 75 liters with running is a very dynamic characteristics. Already starting from 2,200 rpm, this power gives 90% machine maximum torque, which reaches a peak at around 126 Nm. Besides spryly recruited power this 1,4-liter engine satisfies their low fuel-an average of 6.4 liters of gasoline per 100 kilometers.

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door

Volkswagen Polo 3 Door 1.4 16V engine 74 kW / 100 liters. Anyone who propulsion unit in the selection of the top places in the horse-power power expressed by a three-digit number, will find the second alternative 1,4-liter engine your answer. Such a power machine is a close relative of 55- kilowatt engine. To increase its capacity has been modified entire intake tract, and a section of inlet and outlet channels increased. All of this, along with other distribution shaft has increased the exchange of air that enhances the power: maximum speed of 188 km / h-related dynamic result.

Volkswagen New Beetle Convertible Special Edition

Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that the limited edition Triple White New Beetle convertible is now available at dealers. Only 3,000 customers will have the opportunity to own this truly special edition.

The Triple White New Beetle convertible features a unique Campanella white exterior, a white interior, and white convertible roof boot. The Triple White New Beetle convertible takes its colour palette from the original Super Beetle convertible of the late 70s. This modern day rendition includes 17-inch Oktopus alloy wheels, a three-spoke leather wrapped steering wheel, white leatherette seats and center armrest. Also included are black carpeting, floor mats and door panels along with Sirius Satellite Radio. Another distinctive feature of the Triple White New Beetle convertible is the special front seat headrests ingrained with the New Beetle convertible icon.

With the standard automatic transmission, the Triple White New Beetle convertible is priced at USD$25,990.

Founded in 1955, Volkswagen of America, Inc. is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan. It is a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, headquartered in Wolfsburg, Germany. Volkswagen is one of the worlds largest producers of passenger cars and Europes largest automaker. Volkswagen sells the Rabbit, New Beetle, New Beetle convertible, GTI, Jetta, GLI, Passat, Passat wagon, Eos, and Touareg through approximately 600 independent U.S. dealers. Visit Volkswagen of America online at VW.com.

Source: Volkswagen Press Releases

Volkswagen Golf Diesel Lineup

Volkswagen Group Australia recently launched the all-new Golf range with a choice of two turbo diesel engines, allowing Volkswagen to offer the most affordable diesel passenger vehicle in the Australian market to date.

The 2.0-litre TDI four-valve unit direct injection turbo-diesel engine provides 103kW of power at 4000 rpm and a massive 320Nm of torque between 1750 and 2500 rpm. The other engine is the 1.9-litre TDI (77kW @ 4000 rpm / 250Nm @ 1900 rpm).

Why the option of diesel? Because simply Volkswagen excels in this area of engine technology (no better example than the V10 TDI diesel powerplant in the Touareg 4WD) – the company manufactured more than 2 million diesel-powered passenger cars last year.

2.0-litre TDI
Volkswagen’s all-new 2.0-litre TDI turbo-diesel delivers 103kW of power at 4000 rpm and maximum torque of 320Nm between just 1750 rpm and 2500 rpm.

1.9-litre TDI
Developing 77kW of power at 4000 rpm and peak torque of 250Nm from as low as 1900 rpm, the 1.9TDI is both agile and economical (average fuel consumption according to ADR 81/01 methods is 5.5l/100 kms) giving approximately 100kms between tanks.

Source: Volkswagen Press Releases

Volkswagen R GTI

Thirty years ago Volkswagen launched the GTI, the "hot hatch" that would revolutionise the concept of affordable and accessible high performance motoring. Now comes the R GTI, a look forward into the future of compact car performance.

Over its four generations, the GTI has grown larger, its technology more sophisticated and powerplants more muscular, but Volkswagen has never abandoned the formula that made the GTI badge an instant icon of affordable, exhilarating performance — a big hearted engine beating in a compact, usefully shaped and lightweight platform.

Few cars have enjoyed such an enduring run of success, and to honor the GTI's rich past, Volkswagen has cast an eye on the GTI of tomorrow with the R GTI, a low flying stealth machine developed by Volkswagen Chief Designer Derek Jenkins and his talented crew at the Volkswagen Design Center California, located in Santa Monica. With its striking carbon fibre body panels, four passenger sports car interior, powerful turbocharged engine and competition bred suspension, the R GTI is a stimulating fusion of style and dynamic excellence, fully modern in content and achievement yet staying true to such longstanding Volkswagen values as drivability, durability and utility.

The R GTI is an uncommon and visionary blend of design talent, factory technology and aftermarket innovation, and an enticing demonstration of why Volkswagen has been a favorite of automotive enthusiasts since the GTI first hit the scene 30 years ago. It also shows that the future of the hot hatch, as demonstrated by the R GTI, is already here.

Note: The article above only contains extracts from the official press release. For the complete press release visit Volkswagen.com.

Source: Volkswagen Press Releases

Volkswagen Golf R32

The new R32 is the most powerful and fastest Golf ever. Its predecessor has already become a collector's item - we sold three times as many first generation Golf R32s than we originally planned. Now the flagship Golf returns on the basis of the current version of Europe's most successful car. The combination of standard four-wheel drive (4MOTION), 184 kW / 250 hp, 0-100 km/h in 6.2 seconds (using DSG* gearbox) and a top speed of 250 km/h make the Golf R32 one of the best sports cars in the compact class. Ideally balanced for fast lap times on track days, the equally comfortable Golf R32 is also recommended for long trips between appointments.

Engine & chassis: The perfect way to transfer power to the road
R32 V6: At the heart of the new top of the range Golf is a four-valve six-cylinder engine, which has a displacement of 3,189 cm3 and delivers 320 Newton metres. Its sonorous tone testifies to its superior power development. The engine propels the Golf forwards from any rev range as if there was no air resistance. Power to weight ratio: 6 kg/hp.

R32 handling. The engineers have tuned the sports chassis perfectly to the V6 boost and 4MOTION grip. While the GTI chassis has been lowered by 15 millimetres compared with the series model, the new R32 has been lowered 20 millimetres. This car is therefore both comfortable and, thanks to the four-wheel drive, very agile.

A question of character: GT, GTI & R32 all feature individual design statements
R32 front section: The new model is distinguished more greatly from the other derivatives in the series than the first Golf R32 was. Customers have an excellent choice of exterior colours including the exclusive "Deep Blue Pearl Effect", which ensured the first generation of R32 could be spotted miles away. Like the current Golf GTI and Golf GT, the Golf R32 has its own special radiator grille. The design and aluminium look of the R32 grille also distinguish it from the GTI and GT front. Particularly the lower part of the grille framed by Bi-Xenon headlights shows great modulation in the style of classic sports cars. Double aluminium-look horizontal bars in the upper section of the radiator form a further R32 element. At the side of the radiator grille, two additional large intakes complete the air supply. Furthermore, in contrast to all other Golfs, the lower third of the front bumper is painted completely in the body colour and there is an airflow element on each side whose shape continues in the side skirting and the rear bumper.

R32 rear end: The rear bumper on the new Golf R32 is also painted completely in the body colour. Only the centre segment, styled to look like a diffuser, is black. The twin round polished stainless steel tail pipes have been integrated next to each other to make a striking feature.

R32 silhouette: Looking at the Golf R32 from the side, the 18-inch alloy wheels ("Zolder" model) stand out. Featuring a total of 20 spokes, they are based on the design of the first R32 wheels. The blue painted brake callipers are clearly visible behind them. They seize the 345 mm brake discs at the front and 310 mm discs at the rear whenever you hit the brake pedal. The harmoniously integrated roof spoiler uses the aerodynamic forces to push the Golf R32 down onto the road. It joins the powerful-looking C-pillar - a typical Golf feature for decades - as an extension of the roof.

Interior: A new classic is born
R32 interior: The sporty and exclusive character of the Golf R32 is also reflected in the interior. Highlights include standard sports seats with integrated R32 logo – or optional sports bucket seats exclusively developed for the Golf R32, the metal applications "Engine Spin" (with a circular pattern), a specially designed gearstick knob and a sports steering wheel (leather / perforated leather) with integrated R32 logo in metal for excellent synthesis of good grip and top-class long distance comfort.

Equipment: Standard Bi-Xenon & Climatronic
R32 standard equipment, part I: The complete standard equipment for the R32 includes automatic climate control (Climatronic), onboard computer (MFD), RCD 300 radio CD system, alarm system, rain sensor, coming home/leaving home light function, multifunction steering wheel with shift buttons (with DSG), tyre pressure monitor, blue heat-insulated glass, Bi-Xenon headlights, six airbags and ESP.

R32 standard equipment, part II: The Golf R32 is sure-footed thanks to the broad track and sports chassis that has been lowered 20 millimetres. The new 18-inch alloy wheels specially developed for the new top model make a decisive contribution. The 225/40 tyres are approved for speeds up to 300 km/h.

Source: Volkswagen Press Releases

Volkswagen IROC Concept

Comeback of a successful idea: 33 years ago at the international Motor Show in Geneva Volkswagen presented a sensational coupe. It was compact, distinctive, agile, spacious and affordable. Volkswagen called it the Scirocco. The car struck the nerve of the times: More than half a million first generation Sciroccos were produced worldwide. Turning point: In August 2006 the largest car maker in Europe is showing the reinterpretation of the successful Scirocco idea in a world premiere – the Iroc concept.

New VW sports car design: Like the first Scirocco with its visual straightforwardness the Iroc also marks a stylistic turning point through its progressively designed radiator grill and a distinctive sensuality of forms. The concept of both Volkswagens is closely related, even though the vehicles are separated by over three decades: The first generation Scirocco was an attainable dream car for many people. Because the Scirocco was an automotive superstar of the 70’s, styled by Giorgetto Giugiaro and equipped with four full-fledged seats, a proper trunk, large hatchback and a lot of self-esteem. The Iroc concept takes up this fascinating idea again.

Purebred sports car instead of a classic coupe: However, in contrast to the original Scirocco the Iroc is no classic coupe, but a progressively designed sports car with an extremely long roof and a comparatively steep rear end. This has two advantages. Firstly: The Iroc features sharp proportions. Especially when viewed from behind it becomes immediately apparent that this long roof together with side window sections is situated on very broad and powerful shoulders. The Iroc thus achieves a waist of flawless sports car theory. Secondly: The Iroc also has room in back for two adults and ample luggage. On balance the provocatively designed Iroc combines a high degree of suitability for daily use, pure driving fun and expressive design into a Volkswagen that as a possible series-production vehicle will also be very attractively positioned in terms of price.

Viper green meets dark carbon: The Iroc concept exhibits numerous subtleties in detail. Paint example: Although anything but retro styled, the green used is homage to the first generation Scirocco for which this exact shade of colour was especially typical starting with the 1976 model. Then as now it’s called “viper green metallic”. This glaring green of the Iroc is especially effective in combination with the high contrast black shades of the concept. Carbon example: The central roof element is composed of dark tinted glass; this element is supported by a structure covered with carbon. An integrated lengthwise support is also a part of these materials. The side sills of the Iroc also have a carbon surface. The structure of the sill visible from outside continues seamlessly into the interior.

Sexy dimensions: With its short overhangs the Iroc efficiently utilizes a wheelbase of 2,680 mm for the space provided inside. The concept is 1,400 mm high, 4,240 mm long and 1,800 mm wide. The light-alloy rims specially designed for the Iroc and 235 tires are implemented in 19 inch size.

Twincharger and DSG: The Iroc is powered by a TSI engine, referred to in-house as a Twincharger. Shifting tasks are handled by the DSG direct shift gearbox. About the Twincharger: First employed in the Golf GT in 2006, TSI engines are currently the most efficient four-cylinder gasoline engines in the world. The combination of compressor and turbocharger shows the path to the future. The compressor compensates for the typical powering up weaknesses of turbo-only gasoline engines at low rpms. The turbocharger in contrast packs a mighty punch at higher revs. The combination of both superchargers in large-volume production engines is the only one of its kind in the world. The TSI version used in the concept achieves 155 kW / 210 hp. In principle, a large range of supercharged engines are conceivable for the Iroc that could start significantly under 110 kW / 150 hp. But there’s one thing every engine theoretically employed in the Iroc has to guarantee: Driving fun.

Source: Volkswagen Press Releases

Volkswagen GX3 Concept

In a world premiere at the Los Angeles Auto Show, Volkswagen presents the GX3 – a completely new type of motorcycle. The GX3 was conceived by the Moonraker team and VW's Design Centre in California, exclusively with the US in mind, to bring an exciting idea to a fully functioning concept. With its three wheels and unique design, this Volkswagen opens up a new driving dimension.

What if you could carve up the back roads and cruise solo in the carpool lane?

A motorcycle with VW features: Light, fast, and environmentally friendly, the GX3 shows that conceptually it is much closer to a motorcycle than to a classic type automobile. This two-seater Volkswagen is one of a kind - bold, young, and affordable. It opens a new driving dimension, turns even the daily commute to work into a small trip to freedom, allows you to cruise in the carpool lane, even if you're driving solo (the GX3 is a motorcycle, after all!) and with its keen handling it opens up completely new horizons for recreational driving.

What if performance were affordable?
Amazing dynamics for less than USD $17,000: The GX3 will be driven by a VW 1.6 litre engine. The four-cylinder delivers 92 kW / 125 hp. So far, so good. However, the GX3 is a pure driving machine, a motorcycle with two seats positioned side-by-side. And that's why you can find 125 hp and 112.5 ft-lbs (152 Nm) in a mere 1,257 lbs (570 kg) Volkswagen. This results in a power-to-weight ratio of 10 lbs/hp (4.56 kg/PS). In just 5.7 seconds, the GX3 can reach a speed of 62.5 mph (100 km/h) and the possible lateral acceleration reaches 1.25g – values typical of sheer performance cars but delivered from a vehicle under the USD $17,000 price range. No comparable sports machine in the world, however, can come even close to the low fuel consumption of the GX3: 46 mpg (5.2 l/100 km). Fact is: a production counterpart of the GX3, could be on the market very soon. It all depends on the American driver's feedback.

Tradition of the exceptional: Conceptually and visually the Volkswagen GX3 differs from anything currently on the roads in the U.S. And that's a tradition at Volkswagen. It was with exceptional and unique products – today all of them legends – that Volkswagen propelled itself to the top in the USA during the 50's and 60's. Whether the Beetle, the Thing (Type 181), or the Microbus, all were the cult cars of their time and still are. In 2006, with the GX3, Volkswagen once again presents something totally unexpected and exceptional, a VW in every sense. VW - Being different.

Moonraker: The GX3 was designed in close collaboration between VW's Design Centre California (DCC) and an international, cross-functional group of young engineers, designers, manufacturing and marketing experts, also based in California. The team started its work in the US in early 2005. The job: To convert the wishes, dreams and needs of American drivers into mobility. The goal: highest possible customer satisfaction. Background: In addition to the models developed in Germany and sold in the US, in the future Volkswagen will be building more models catering especially to the needs and requirements of U.S. customers. One of the most dramatic and tangible early results: the GX3. Responsible for the design of the new Volkswagen is the Volkswagen Design Studio in Santa Monica. The team there will be working in the future in close cooperation with the product strategy staffs in the U.S. The GX3 offers a look into the exciting and comprehensive spectrum of totally new motor vehicles which are currently being conceptualized by Volkswagen of America for the US market.

What if authenticity had a radical edge?
Design dynamics: The focus for Volkswagen's design team in California was to create a quintessential and pure driving machine. Inspired by the minimalist design language often expressed in contemporary GP motorcycles and F1 race cars, the GX3 has a true feeling of authenticity. These influences are seen throughout the exterior with an exposed single sided swing arm, aggressive central exhaust, open front wheels and stealthy matte finishes. The progressive dynamic on the GX3 is emphasized with a strong graphic dividing the body as it wraps up to the aggressive forward leaning roll hoops. Anodized gold and black suspension components and LED lighting are further examples of track inspired designs.

The GX3 interior is all about business with nothing to distract from the absolute driving experience. The driver's cockpit is equipped with five point racing harnesses; "moto" style instruments and a GTI inspired stainless shifter. Most distinctly, the rear boasts a massive single 18"x12" back wheel dressed with a 315 rubber. The front end proudly displays a bold V graphic consistent with Volkswagen's vehicle lineup, most notably the GTI. The GX3 in no way denies that it is a motorcycle, but rather plays it up as a unique design advantage.

Space-Frame: The basic structure of this driving machine is formed by a high-density, warp-resistant, steel construction space frame. The panelling of the interior and exterior parts of the space frame is made of high density fibreglass. A 2.83 tf3 (80 litres) trunk is located behind the seats.

What if driving was redefined?
Advanced chassis: The 215/45 R17x8J front wheels are controlled by a double lateral steering axle. While the front axle resembles the layout of an automobile, the rear axle shows more parallels to a motorcycle. The right side of the vehicle also makes use of a monoswing arm. The engine's power is delivered via 6-speed transmission and chain drive to the rear wheel, which has a tyre size of 315/30 R18x12J – a new super bike dimension. And that suits the GX3. A Volkswagen that breaks away from the conventions and that redefines driving fun and freedom of mobility. Drivers wanted. Seriously!

Source: Volkswagen Press Releases

Volkswagen Concept A

Volkswagen presents the world's first TSI engine (twincharger) powered by natural gas (CNG) as its fuel on the Geneva Auto Salon. The highly efficient 1.4 litre TSI-CNG engine drives the Concept A study. It's a cross between a sports car and SUV distinguished by a powerful and aesthetic design with excellent all round features.

The 1.4 TSI-CNG is doubled charged via compressor and turbo, performing with 110 kW / 150 hp and reaching its maximum torque at 220 Newton metres. For every hundred kilometres it averages a mere 5.0 kg of natural gas. Highly charged engines like Volkswagen's TSI generally have a very high efficiency degree. In using CNG (compressed natural gas, 130 ROZ) the efficiency improves even more. One of the positive effects: the CO2 balance of TSI-CNG engines improves by another 20 to 25 percent when compared to fuel gas driven TSIs. Furthermore the TSI+CNG presents itself as an important stepping stone towards a mobility technology en route to becoming independent from crude oil. Through conversion from natural gas to synthetic fuel (gas-to-liquids) for instance Synfuel is produced. It is environmentally benign bio-degradable fuel which – among other things – allows the mentioned CCS hybrid combustion process.

But the Concept is not only clean, sporty and economic. But more so the study manifests a new progressive design philosophy. Its front part with a new 3D crest radiator grill made out of brushed aluminium and distinguished head lights form a congenial yet confident progressive appearance. The "face" is well known, just not on an automobile, it looks like the mirror image of a cheetah. The silhouette shows the lines of a coupe. The front and rear doors open facing each other. The carriage overhangs are briskly short, the hood long, the C columns one of a kind. 20 inch alloy rims and 295 tires fill out the space in the distinctively extended wheelhouses.

On the outside the Concept A wears the intensive blue colour shade of semi transparent glacier formations – "Glacier Metallic" the name. Mixed in glass flakes increase the depth of the paint built up in the piano lacquer technique. The rear part, with its athletic flanks, imparts a strong elegance. The hatchback is made of two parts; the area under the rear lights lifts up like a pick up loading surface and thus creates a lot of room for big items. At the bottom the motor exhales via two round chrome pipes. The interior presents itself spacious and open. Light and air dominate the space's feel. If needed, a large soft top can be swerved all the way back to the C column.

Source: Volkswagen Press Releases

Volkswagen Tiguan

Volkswagen has revealed the first images of its Tiguan, the new compact 4x4 which will go on sale in the UK in February 2008, following its world public debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. Concept Tiguan made its debut at the Los Angeles Motor Show last year.

Slightly larger than the Volkswagen Touran compact MPV, the Tiguan is 4.4 m long, 1.8 m wide and 1.6 m in height. It has a purposeful appearance which reinforces its strong links to its 'big brother', the Touareg, with raised suspension, large tyres and true 4x4 styling cues.

In the UK, the Tiguan will initially be available with two engines – a 2.0-litre 140 PS TDI diesel which is likely to be the most popular model, and a 1.4-litre 150 PS TSI petrol unit. Later in 2008 a 170 PS TDI and two further petrol engines will become available to order. Both diesel engines meet the stringent Euro 5 emissions standard that comes into effect in 2009.

S, SE and Sport models will be offered at launch, all with 4MOTION four-wheel drive and an 18 degree angle of approach, a figure that defines the size of obstruction the vehicle can drive over. Customers requiring additional off-road capability can choose a 28 degree angle of approach front end. This model comes with a radiator protection grille, underbody protection, hill descent control and a compass.

UK pricing is expected to start at around £19,000, with Volkswagen Retailers due to start taking orders for the new car in November. Customers can keep up to date with all the latest developments by visiting the Volkswagen Tiguan web page.

Source: Volkswagen Press Releases

Volkswagen Scirocco

It is back: 34 years after the world premiere of the first Scirocco at the Geneva Motor Show, Volkswagen is now presenting the Scirocco of the new era in the same venue. Now as before, the coupe embodies the fascinating strategy of putting a sports car on wheels that is fit for use every day of the year at absolutely affordable prices. That is precisely what the new Scirocco does: high-class technologies merge with low costs of ownership, dynamic driving characteristics merge with a high level of comfort, and a surprisingly spacious interior merges with an uncompromisingly sporty design.

Volkswagen Chief Prof. Dr. Martin Winterkorn: "In the Scirocco we will be bringing the kind of sports car into the showroom that people dream of. Yet it is a dream that an exceptionally large number of car drivers will be able to afford – despite all of the high-end technologies we have implemented." The Scirocco will already be entering the market across Europe in late summer, and other countries will follow over the course of the next year.

Avant garde design of the Scirocco
A calling card of the ambitious global concept is the new sports car's avant-garde design. The fact being that the lines of the Scirocco study presented in August 2006 have been transferred to the production car nearly unchanged. This includes the long wagon/coupe roof whose form here is unique, and which pays tribute to the C-pillar design of the first Scirocco, the car's athletic side profile, its distinctive engine hood and the entire rear end with its extremely broad shoulder sections. Only the design of the radiator grille has been changed for a more stylish and timeless solution.

With a length of 4.26 meters, the Scirocco is on par with the Golf. However, it is built significantly lower to the ground (1.40 meter) and is nearly as wide as the Passat (1.81 meter). Four adults can be seated with plenty of space inside. Once they are all aboard, the Scirocco provides 292 litres of cargo capacity; when the two seatbacks of the rear individual sport seats are folded down, capacity increases to a considerable 755 litres. This contemporary Scirocco demonstrates unfettered everyday utility, and it can be clearly recommended as a sports car for every day of the year.

Avant-garde technology of the Scirocco
Providing for ample power on the Scirocco – which comes with ESP and sport chassis as standard equipment – are four TDI and TSI engines, all of them charged and therefore just as torque-strong as they are economical and low in emissions. The three TSIs (gasoline direct-injection) output 90 kW / 122 PS, 118 kW / 160 PS and 147 kW / 200 PS. The Scirocco's common rail engine (TDI) develops a power of 103 kW / 140 PS.

Further high-tech elements of the Scirocco: a 7-speed DSG and an "adaptive chassis control system". Meanwhile, a large panorama vent sunroof – extending from the A pillars to the B pillars – provides for plenty of light in the interior. At the press of a button the transparent panorama roof is raised up to 39 millimetres. When the sun is too intense, a sunshade may be moved into place. But that is seldom likely to be necessary, since the glass of the panorama vent roof reflects 99 percent of UV radiation, 97 percent of infrared radiation (heat) and 80 percent of visible light.

The new Scirocco is one of the most attractive sports cars in the world when it comes to pricing. Nonetheless, the standard equipment package is super. Always there, for example, are 17-inch alloy wheels, height adjustable driver and front passenger seats and steering wheel, leather parking brake grip, sport seats, split folding rear seats, power windows, air conditioning, ESP, braking assistant, six airbags, speed-dependent power steering, and of course a sport chassis.

Source: Volkswagen Press Releases

Volkswagen New Beetle

Driving off in iconic, head-turning vehicles like the 2008 New Beetle and New Beetle convertible just got easier with new option packages from Volkswagen.

The New Beetle sedan now is available in a well-equipped base model "S" as well as the "SE" model with premium sound, heated front seats and heated windshield washer nozzles.

The sedan also is available in Platinum Gray and Reflex Silver. New 16-inch alloy wheels are available on the "S," and 17-inch alloy wheels are available on the "SE."

The 2008 New Beetle and New Beetle convertible are available at Volkswagen dealers now, with a starting price of USD$17,365 for the hard-top and USD$23,125 for the soft-top.

From the sides, a character line plays off the fenders and a relatively flat mid-body and presents a "hunkered down" look. Black roof trim now frames the familiar silhouette.

As you would expect from Volkswagen, the interior of the car has been given thorough attention. The newest interpretation of the iconic interior includes a single-bezel instrument cluster housing a large, easy-to-read, 140 mile-per-hour speedometer and a smaller tachometer and fuel gauge. Chrome accents enhance the instrument cluster and the dashboard air vents.

Revised stitching on the V-Tex seating results in a new look. In a nod to the importance that New Beetle and New Beetle convertible drivers place on their music, Volkswagen designers have placed the auxiliary input jack in a more visible location in the center console.

A two-speed windshield wiper system features a four-speed intermittent wipe feature. A large assist handle across the instrument panel above the glove box and two rear-passenger assist straps located on the B-pillar on hardtop models ensure interior comfort.

The 2008 New Beetle and New Beetle convertible are offered with the advanced Volkswagen 2.5-litre, in-line, five-cylinder gasoline engine. The 2.5 L engine delivers 150 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 170 lb-ft of torque at 3,750 rpm.

With four valves per cylinder, aluminium alloy cross flow heads and double overhead camshafts, the engine is strong, quiet, and efficient. Hydraulic lifters are maintenance-free. Digital electronic ignition and Motronic sequential multi-point fuel injection help the engine to operate on regular unleaded gasoline.

Power is delivered to the front wheels with two types of transmissions. A five-speed manual transmission operates smoothly with a hydraulic clutch. An available six-speed transmission with Tiptronic® allows for both automatic and driver-selected gear changes using the gear selector. The 2008 New Beetle and New Beetle convertible with automatic transmission achieve an EPA-estimated fuel efficiency of up to 29 miles per gallon in highway driving and 20 mpg in city driving. With a manual transmission, the EPA estimates are 28 mpg highway and 20 on the city cycle.

Independent front McPherson struts, a torsion beam rear axle and front and rear stabiliser bars combine for a comfortable ride and excellent handling. Power-assisted rack and pinion steering and four-wheel disc brakes increase control - not to mention pure driving pleasure.

A comprehensive package of safety features that are standard equipment includes an advanced driver and front passenger front airbag supplemental restraint system and driver and front passenger head/thorax side airbag supplemental restraint system. The latest version Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) also is standard, as is an advanced Electronic Stabilisation Program (ESP) with brake assist and traction control including Anti-Slip Regulation. A Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) now is standard as well.

Source: Volkswagen Press Releases

Volkswagen Scirocco GT24

Volkswagen will present the world premiere of a 239 kW (325 PS) version of the new Scirocco today at the legendary GTI Meet at Worther Lake. For two days later, a team of legendary drivers will start the 24-hour race at the Nurburgring in the sports version of the Scirocco. Thus, the new Scirocco will be in the spotlight at two cult events for car enthusiasts at the same time.

Volkswagen is presenting the racing version of the Scirocco GT24 at Worther Lake in a world premiere. "This car doesn't need to be driven to look fast. The Scirocco GT24 with the blue-white finish sits so low on its extended wheel wells that a hand will not fit between the wheel arch and the tyre. Yet the race car remains unmistakeably a Scirocco from every angle. Just even wider, even longer and even lower," says Volkswagen Chairman for Development Dr Ulrich Hackenberg, who will not be passing up the opportunity to sit behind the wheel in the race in the Eiffel. The 325 PS Scirocco will also be driven during the race by legendary drivers like rally world champion Carlos Sainz and Hans-Joachim Stuck, three-time winner of the 24-hour Nurburgring race. Incidentally, "Striezel" Stuck won the very first 24-hour race at the Nurburgring in 1970. Now, thirty-eight years later, the Scirocco GT24 is competing. It draws its power from only two litres displacement: the 16-valve direct injection engine with a turbocharger and intercooler delivers its maximum torque of 340 Newton metres beginning from only 2,100 rpm. Gear changes are executed by a dual clutch gearbox (DSG), which is also available for the production model.

The idea of an affordable dream car was born in the 70s with the first Scirocco. The success of this two-seat sport coupe continued for nearly 20 years, during which time more than 360,000 Sciroccos were built. The enthusiasm for this car has been uninterrupted since Volkswagen presented the new version of the Scirocco at this year's Geneva Motor Show. The new car appears to have struck a chord with car buyers and will pick up with the success of the original Scirocco which, in the mean time, has developed into a cult car.

Source: Volkswagen Press Releases

Volkswagen Eos V6

Following up on the introduction of the world's first four-seat, hard-top convertible, with an integrated glass sunroof, the Eos sets the standard for year-round fun.

With the push of a button the revolutionary CSC (coupe-sunroof-convertible) transforms the coupe's five-panel hard-top, with integrated sunroof and heated-glass rear window, into an open-air convertible.

The 2008 Eos (US model) comes with a choice of engines: the Volkswagen 2.0 litre turbo four-cylinder and the innovative Volkswagen 3.2 litre narrow-angle V6. Either way you get plenty of power and the innovative hard-top coupe convertible for as little as USD$28,915 for an Eos 2.0 litre turbo and USD$37,990 for the Eos 3.2 litre V6.

The 2008 Eos 2.0 litre turbo offers 200 hp (149 kW) and 207 lb-ft (280 Nm) of torque from a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine. High-pressure, FSI helps with performance and efficiency. The 2008 Eos 2.0 litre turbo is EPA-rated at an estimated 23 miles per gallon in the city and an impressive 32 mpg in highway driving.

For people who need even more performance, the 2008 Eos 3.2 litre V6 cranks out 250 hp (186 kW) and 236 lb-ft (320 Nm) of torque. The narrow-angle six-cylinder engine accelerates the Eos from 0-60 miles per hour in 6.9 seconds.

The Eos 3.2 litre V6 model comes standard with the double-clutch DSG six-speed transmission with Tiptronic. This transmission is available as an option for those who wish to replace the standard six-speed manual transmission with hydraulic clutch that comes standard with the Eos 2.0 litre turbo. Regardless of powertrain setup, the power transfers to where rubber meets the road via front-wheel drive in all 2008 Eos models.

Technical Specifications
Engine: 3.2 litre V6
Aspiration: Natural
Maximum Power: 186 kW (250 hp)
Maximum Torque: 320 Nm (236 lb-ft)
Transmission: Six-speed DSG with Tiptronic
Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive

Source: Volkswagen Press Releases

Volkswagen Touareg R50

In a world premiere, Volkswagen presented the Touareg R50 on October 11 at the Australian International Motor Show in Sydney. Its power of 258 kW / 350 PS (at 3,500 rpm) positions the new Touareg version among the most powerful SUVs in the world. The Touareg R50 can be ordered in Germany at prices starting at 88,260 Euros; it will be introduced to the market this November.

The engine characteristic of the Touareg R50 is marked by a torque level nearly unattainable by the competition: The V10 TDI of the Touareg R50 develops its enormous power of 850 Nm at a low 2,000 rpm. The turbo diesel was derived from the well-known ten cylinder with 230 kW / 313 PS. Adjustments to its turbo charging and modified engine management enabled a 28 kW / 37 PS increase in power and a considerable 100 Nm increase in maximum torque. Under these new parameters, the SUV accelerates to 100 km/h in just 6.7 seconds (production car: 7.4 seconds); its top speed is 235 km/h. In relation to engine power and vehicle size, the fuel consumption of the production ten-cylinder diesel equipped with a particulate filter is a moderate 9.6 litres per 100 km (highway) and 12.6 litres per 100 km (overall). Despite big gains in power and torque, its DIN fuel consumption values have remained constant compared to the Touareg V10 TDI.

In keeping with the performance potential of the R50, Volkswagen Individual designed new exterior and interior features according to the R philosophy. From the outside, the new Touareg R50 is easy to recognize with its 21-inch Omanyt type alloy wheels and size 295 tires, blue painted brake callipers, discrete wheel well flares, side skirts and distinctive bumpers (Sport Design Package), as well as a modified radiator grille (in a matte finish chrome).

Offered exclusively on the Touareg R50 is the car colour "Biscay blue". Blue hues of this type have been typical of the high-powered R models since the first Golf R32 was introduced in the year 2002. Offered as optional car colours on the Touareg R50 are "Campanella white", "Reflex silver", "Black Magic" and "Atacam gray".

The car's extensive features also include an air suspension sport chassis: The so-called "Driving dynamics package with adaptive roll compensation" and chassis lowered by twenty millimetre supplements the "Sport" mode of the manually or automatically controlled air suspension by achieving a stiffer spring rate.

On the inside, the SUV's features include a sport seating system in anthracite-coloured nappa leather with R50 logo integrated in the headrests. The logo was also integrated in the stainless steel tread plates. Also in keeping with the sporty character of the Touareg is the light-coloured "engine spin" decor of the interior – a metallic structure similar to that previously used on race cars – as well as metal worked caps for the accelerator and brake pedals. A R50 logo also decorates the gearshift lever of the six-speed automatic transmission (Tiptronic). Standard features the Touareg R50 also include a winter package (including seat heating for the rear seats), the Premium Memory Package (including electrically adjustable seats, steering column and seatbelt height), net partition behind the rear seats and a ski sack.

Source: Volkswagen Press Releases