Introducing new entry-level Sciroccos to the UK market, Volkswagen has also offered new -less powerful, but more fuel efficient- 1.4 TSI and a 2.0 TDI engines. Although being definitely slower than the 2009 VW Scirocco GT, the new cars are also much cheaper and consume significantly less fuel in the combined cycle.
For example, the 2009 VW Scirocco 1.4 TSI takes 8 seconds to accelerate from stand-still to 62mph. At the same time, the car returns impressive 42.8 mpg (5.5L/100km). The new 140 PS 2.0-liter TDI engine achieves the 62mph marks in long 9.3 seconds, but features 55.4 mpg (4.25L/100km) when equipped with a six-speed manual transmission, and 51.4 mpg (4.6L/100km) when mated to a DSG gearbox.
As to the pricing, equipped with a standard 6-disc CD changer, air conditioning, 17-inch alloys and an adaptive chassis control system, the 2009 VW Scirocco 1.4 TSI starts at affordable £18,790. More feature-stuffed VW Scirocco GT 2.0 TDI with a DSG transmission can be ordered at more impressive £21,770.
See also: VW forced to prematurely unveil Iroc/Scirocco Concept hatchback
Sunday, November 09, 2008
2009 VW Scirocco gets 1.4 TSI and 2.0 TDI engines
Monday, December 24, 2007
2008 Skoda Superb to compete against VW Passat?
Based on the current Volkswagen Passat and targeted against the new Ford Mondeo, the upcoming Skoda Superb executive sedan will offer its prospective owners so much living space and comfort features that it very well may rival its bigger brother, the Passat itself.
The vehicle will be officially unveiled to the public only in March 2008 during the upcoming Geneva motor show in Switzerland, but the Czech company has already revealed first teaser image of the refreshed Superb. As you can see, the exec looks almost like the donor car from Germany. Its "face" is a trifle gloomy though, just like the car is experiencing a severe case of hangover, or, perhaps a kind of sleep deprivation.
Sources say that the new Skoda Superb will be available with a choice of three turbocharged and supercharged TSI units and a couple of newer oil-burners may also join the range. The diesel engines are likely to be offered as 1.9- and 2.0-liter common rail units.
The car is expected to be launched in summer 2008 at quite an affordable price.
See also: Skoda Octavia Scout goes off-road
Sunday, September 23, 2007
New Golf Estate
Volkswagen's new Golf Estate, made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March. It's bold new look takes the Golf into another dimension; combining sharp dynamics with space and versatility.
With the largest loadspace of any Golf to date the new estate extends the versatility of the Golf range. As well as a bold new look to the rear of the car, the Golf Estate benefits from fresh styling at the front together with several desirable practical and dynamic touches. While practicality and load lugging are high on the Golf Estate's agenda the sharp driving dynamics of the hatchback are retained.
To aid practicality the rear seats fold flat into the floor to reveal a versatile 1,550-litres of boot space complete with multiple load hooks. And for inspiration, just look up and enjoy the unrestricted view through the enormous panoramic sliding roof (optional at extra cost). The Golf Estate, space for ideas.
A choice of 3 engines including a 1.6 105 PS petrol engine, or 2 diesel engines; 1.9 TDI 105PS or 2.0 TDI 140PS will be available on the new Golf Estate. Diesel engines will be available with a choice of six-speed manual or DSG gearboxes.
# Rear lights incorporating LED technology
# Roof rails
# 16" steel wheels with 205/55 R16 tyres
# Radio/CD player with 4 speakers and roof aerial
# Remote central locking with 2 remote folding keys
# Power-assisted steering, speed-sensitive
# Air conditioning, ‘Climatic’ semi-automatic control
# Curtain airbag system, for front and rear passengers
# Chrome trimmed radiator grille surround
# Glovebox, cooled
# Electrically heated and adjustable door mirrors
# Electric windows, front and rear
# Curtain airbag system, for front and rear passengers
# Isofix child seat preparation (for 2 rear child seats)
# ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with HBA (Hydraulic Brake Assist)
# Split folding rear seats, 60:40, folds flat into boot floor
# Three-spoke steering wheel
# Halogen clear headlights, range adjustable
*For full details of VED (Road Fund Licence) bands and other costs included in the 'On the road' recommended retail price, contact your local retailer
† These engines are also available with optional DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) at £425 RRP. For full information on DPF contact your Volkswagen retailer.
Some illustrations do not necessarily reflect UK specifications and may not be available. Consequently controls and some items of equipment are positioned differently for the UK.
Polo Blue Motion
Volkswagen is introducing the extremely economical Polo BlueMotion to it's product range, currently the most efficient car of its class in Europe. The Polo BlueMotion, is manufactured in Pamplona, Spain, and will launch in the UK in August. To keep up-to-date on Polo BlueMotion and receive further information please complete our registration form today.
The BlueMotion sustainability initiative represents "Blue" - the Volkswagen colour - symbolising the elements water and air. "Motion" embodies the aspect of a mobility oriented forward, towards the future. The goal is to protect the resources of the earth for future generations.
Despite its considerable economy, the Polo BlueMotion offers agile driving performance and exceptional fuel efficiency averaging 70.6mpg - 74.3mpg (depending on specification chosen - see below). It is also fitted with a diesel particulate filter (DPF) as standard equipment, so it produces fewer harmful emissions.
This extraordinary combination of agility and economy is achieved by, significant aerodynamic refinements, a lower kerb weight and a highly efficient modified 1.4 TDI 80PS advanced engine.
The front of the Polo BlueMotion has been modified to greatly improve the cars aerodynamics, without sacrificing style or equipment levels.
The Polo BlueMotion will be available in two different trims, with other standard features including:
* 14" low weight alloy wheels
* Body colour BlueMotion styling pack
* Multifunction computer - used to call up information such as the excellent fuel economy figures
* Electric front windows (and rear on 5dr)
* Central locking
* Powered / heated door mirrors
* Side airbags
* Basic radio / CD player with 4 speakers
* 74.3 mpg on the combined cycle and 99 g/km CO2
Polo BlueMotion 1 will start at £11,995.
Polo BlueMotion 2, starting at £12,845, offers additional specification:
* Remote central locking
* Illuminated vanity mirrors and two reading lights in front
* Alarm
* Air conditioning
* Coming home lighting, auto-dimming mirror and rain sensor
* Leather steering wheel, handbrake grip and gear knob
* 70.6 mpg on the combined cycle and 104 g/km CO2
Polo BlueMotion performance information:
0-62 mph 12.8 seconds
Top Speed 109 mph
CO2 99g/km
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit - Auto Shows
VW ditches the Golf name for its $15,000 hatchback.
BY MIKE DUSHANE, April 2006
As VW image guru Kerri Martin tries to recapture VW’s former funky enthusiast flair, she’s taking VW back to its roots. She did this to great effect at BMW’s Mini division, and since arriving at VW with Mini’s former ad agency, she’s made a lot of changes. From the GTI’s new commercials stressing German engineering to the fact that the GTI has a firm, well-damped suspension (unlike its marshmallow predecessor), VW is refocused on its performance past. Taking the retro theme a step further is the fifth-generation Volkswagen Golf that debuted in Europe last year: In the U.S., it will be called Rabbit, just like the car’s first generation. We haven’t driven the Rabbit, but VW assures us that it will be a driver’s car, even with an unimpressive-sounding 150 horsepower from its 2.5-liter five-cylinder. With a price that starts around $15,000 with decent equipment (except good wheels), it might just be the vehicle that puts VW back on hip young shoppers’ radar. If the Rabbit has better quality than the outgoing model it replaces, VW’s product turnaround will be more than just marketing-speak.
