VW Golf GTI Cabriolet, First Generation Golf GTI Convertible will Launch Soon in Europe

Car Auto Online - VW Golf GTI Cabriolet, First Generation Golf GTI Convertible will Launch Soon in Europe - 2013 VW Golf GTI Cabriolet will come to European car showrooms in mid-June 2012. The lowest price of New VW Golf GTI Cabriolet is about € 31,350.

Golf GTI Cabriolet is claimed to be the most economical car in the class. The fuel (gasoline) consumption is only 12.98 km/L and CO2 emissions of 180 g / km when using the DSG (direct shift gearbox) transmission.

The 2.0 liter turbo engine is able to release power of 210 hp and 280 Nm of torque, with acceleration from 0 to 100 kph in 7.3 seconds. The top speed of Golf GTI Cabriolet is 235 kph (DSG model). The engine makes VW Golf Cabrio the most powerful Golf GTI.

The soft roof of GTI Cabriolet is driven by electro-hydraulic. The roof could be opened in 9 seconds. You can operate the roof (opening and closing) while the car is running at under 30 km/h.

The first generation Golf GTI was launched about thirty-six years ago. Until now, Volkswagen has sold more than 1.8 million Golf GTI around the world, and the Golf GTI Cabriolet became the first Golf GTI convertible.

VW Golf GTI Cabriolet, First Generation Golf GTI Convertible will Launch Soon in Europe

2012 VW Golf 7 will Come with Plug-in and Hybrid Versions

Car Auto Online - 2012 VW Golf 7 will Come with Plug-in and Hybrid Versions - Volkswagen Golf 7, which its prototype is still in stage for development, will be introduced for the first time at the Paris Motor Show in September. However, recent information on the spec Golf 7 has been spread.

Auto Express magazine in the February issue mentions that this latest generation VW Golf was to be launched also in the version of the plug-in hybrid. Volkswagen reportedly going to mate the 1.4-liter TSI petrol engine with 80 kw electric motor, which is equipped with lithium-ion batteries on the Golf 7.

Golf 7, which is allegedly based on a prototype three-door Golf 6 is claimed to be able to travel a distance of 30 miles only with an electric motor, and only accounted for 46 grams of C0₂ emissions per kilometer.

Although using Hybrid engines, Golf 7 is still looks like a regular Golf 6. Because the electric motor and batteries are claimed not to interfere with passengers or luggage space.

"Because of the position of the machine, we can move forward and shortening the wheel over the front, which allows us elongate the look of this car," said the head of VW interior design, Andreas Mindt to Auto Express.

The prototype of this new VW Golf 7 will use a six-speed transmission twin-clutch to generate power to the front wheels. In the interior part, VW Golf 7 Plug-in also will be equipped with touch-screen panel similar to the iPad on the center console, which allows the driver easy access to different applications through the eight-inch screen.

Volkswagen Golf 7 Plug-in version is planned to be sold in 2014 and will be offered at a price equal to the GTI variant.

In addition to Plug-in version, Golf 7 will also be offered in hybrid versions, where customers are also given the latest TDI diesel engine options 1.6 and 2.0 liter capacity, with power ranging from 85 to 185 horsepower.

2012 VW Golf 7 will Come with Plug-in and Hybrid Versions

Volkswagen Beetle 2012, VW beetle R Concept at the LA Auto Show 2011

Car Auto Online | Volkswagen Beetle 2012, VW beetle R Concept at the LA Auto Show 2011 | Volkswagen with the Beetle Concept R, VW offers an idea of ​​what the future might look like high-performance bug. No word on what engine would power the production version of the Volkswagen Beetle R, but it does not take much to bring about change of style on the market.

Many external signals as the concept of Volkswagen R Beetle a more aggressive stance. The front bumper has larger holes for the engine and brake cooling, and there are subtle color hood vents body. Great fenders around alloy wheels of 20 inches.

Changes in the rear is designed to give the concept of VW Beetle R with optimal down-force. There is adiffuser under rear bumper , but it is overshadowed by a huge rear wing that looks like a tribute to "whale tail" Porsche 911s ofthe'80s.

Inside, the concept has new front bucket seats that would be comfortable in a race car, but are finished in gray and black leather . A new dashboard puts the tachometer front-and center , the pedals are finished in aluminum,and R logos abound .

With its Beetle 2012 redesign , the Volkswagen beetle traded seriously the cuteness . Without this change in attitude, an R version of the car would not make much sense, but now seems plausible.