2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI Cabriolet is in fact the first ever convertible in GTI history, which is able to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in only 7.3 seconds. This is due to its outstanding engine, which is able to produce 210 horsepower and 280 Newton metres of torque from 1,700 rpm. For decades GTI is considered one
2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI Black Dynamic Concept has just made its debut at the 31st GTI Festival in Reifnitz on the Wörthersee in Austria. It comes to show unique black exterior, black-and-red interior, and more importantly – to give us a sense of 360 hp (265 kW). This astounding power of the Volkswagen comes from its TSI engine and a lowered sport suspension. What is particularly interesting here is that nine Volkswagen apprentices from four p
It's been a tradition for over 30 years now – a convention within the convention – The “GTI Meeting at Wörthersee”.... for Volkswagen people. This year a concept “warm” hatch is making an appearance – It's the Polo WRC Street. And calling it warm is a massive understatement. Surely however, the GTI festival won't be a party of one. Lot's of other exciting appearances will be made as almost all of Europe rolls into Austria for the event. Literally taken from the track and put on the streets, the Polo WRC Concept
Volkswagen has announced the new 2012 CrossPolo Urban White special edition. It features a nice white exterior with some gloss black accents like mirrors and 17” alloy wheels. The exterior also boasts tinted windows and black roof rails. The interior boats cloth and Alcantara sports seats, a black headliner and silver contrast stitching. There is also a silver-painted center stack, chrome trim and an air conditioning system. Numerous "Silver One" painted in panels on the radio, climate control panel and ai
We often get figures from car makers that, from time to time beggar belief. Especially when we are talking about estimated mpg data. It goes without saying then, that nothing beats a real life test to see exactly what's what. That's exactly what record breaking duo John and Helen Taylor have done - travel 1626.1 miles on a single tank of fuel (a record breaking distance). The car of choice was a 2012, manual Volkswagen Passat TDI SE Clean Diesel
Eight automakers from Europe and United States are going to display one-of-a-kind fast-charging technology. It is unique because it will enable recharging of most electrified vehicles for just 15 to 20 minutes. The brands which are taking part in this project are: Audi, BMW, Chrysler, Daimler, Ford, General Motors,
Volkswagen has unveiled the new 2012 Passat R-Line, which is available from €30 225 in Germany. The R-line is based on the Euro-spec model and comes with complete aerodynamics package and some other nice upgrades. The exterior package includes a new front and rear bumpers, a pair of revised side skirts and a gloss black rear diffuser. The front grille features R-Line logo. The vision is further enhanced by a body-color roof spoiler and silver anodized roof railing for touring version. The features of the Pass
2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI Cabriolet is officially available to order at the brands retailers. This particular model is being on the top of the Golf Cabriolet range. This means that it combines the pleasures of practical and safe open-air motoring with great performance and on-road dynamics. What is more, the 2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI Cabriolet comes equipped with all the classic design cues. For instance, the radiator grille has a honeycomb
Volkswagen Polo R-Line is based on the Match model and adds a lot of nice upgrades to make the small city car even more exclusive. The unique styling packa includes new front and rear bumpers, a black gloss radiator grille with R Line badging, deeper side sills and 16-inch ‘Mallory’ alloy wheels. From the B-pillars back, the glass is dark-tinted and 65% light-absorbing, while the standard front foglights also include a static cornering function. There are also scuff plates with R Line logos, sports seats wi
2013 Volkswagen Lavida is showcased for the first time at Auto China 2012. At the auto show it made its firs global appearance with its clean design and sharp body lines. The styling of this Volkswagen vehicle fully incorporates powerful, contemporary and sporty design philosophy. The Lavida is going to be offered in three engine versions and four equipment lines. The engine choices will be the 2.0-liter, 1.6-liter and a 1.4-liter turbo motor. The last one is able to develop 140 horsepower (103 kW). In add
ABT Sportsline has announced the new tuned Beetle, which comes with full exterior package as well as some performance modifications. The 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol is boosted to 240HP (176 kW) – an increase of 40HP. The exhaust system includes two oval ABT rear mufflers. An ABT Beetle is an everyday athlete and makes driving a real pleasure. The design elements turn this unusual car into a cheeky and dynamic sports car before you have even started the engine. The exterior features carbon-look highlighting
2012 Volkswagen E-Bugster Concept is the successor of the emblematic Beetle and it will be exhibited for the first time in Asia during Auto China in Beijing. There it will show how sportiness can also be transferred to a Beetle with pure electric drive. The Concept vehicle is a two-seat Beetle speedster, 85 kW in po
