Volkswagen Golf:
Of course, everyone knows that the Volkswagen Golf V Variant is just a family car designed to take the kids to school and help you transport some groceries.
Well, Caractere, the well-known Belgian tuner saw something else in the car and created a tuning kit in order to add some sportivity to the vehicle. The kit consists in a front bumper, a front grille in GTI style, side skirts, a roof soiler and 19” alloy wheels. The engine remained untouched in order to keep the safety of the family.
Maybe not all of you folks consider that the Vw Golf is a supercar...after you will read this article this thinking will definetely change! HGP unveiled its lates creation: the 640hp Golf. Powered by the 3.6 liter V6 engine found also on the Vw Passat R36, the modified vehicle has exactly 10hp less than the Golf W12 650 concept.
 vw golf r36 by hgp tuning
With the new engine, the HGP Golf R36 BiTurbo is capable of sprinting from 0-100 km/h in just 3,8 seconds while the top speed is arround 330 km/h. With these performances the tuner had to change also the exhaust system, alloy rims and the brake discs with new ones capable to sustain these performances but to provide better handling too.
AutoBild revealed on the cover of their latest issue new images of the future Golf Cabrio and R8 Spider. Stay tuned, more will follow after the article will go online!
The R8 Spider will be unveiled next year. it will be offered with a choice of three engines: R8: 414bhp naturally aspirated V8, RS8: 500bhp naturally aspirated V10, R8 TDI: 500bhp twin-turbo V12 turbodiesel. The Cabrio version of the Volkswagen Golf will be unveiled in 2010. Under the bonnet you will see the same engines as in the hatchback version. The gas engine range of the Golf VI will include: a new 1,4 liter engine, both naturally aspirated (80 hp) and turbocharged (TFSI, 120 hp), the 1,6 liters engine (102 hp), the 2,0 liters engine, both naturally aspirated (150 hp) and turbocharged (200 hp) and the 1,4 dual-charger TSI engine (150 hp). Diesel engines will include the old 1.9 TDI Pompe-Duse (105 hp) and two new common-rail engines: a 1,6 liters TDI (90 hp) and a 2.0 liters TDI in two power steps (same as today, 140 and 170 hp).
The sixth generation of the successful Volkswagen Golf is ready to be launched, we will see it this autumn, but what about a GTI version? Considering it is also a very successful model, with better sales than even R32, yes it will be a good choice from Volkswagen to bring it. And spy shots already confirmed it. And here’s how TopSpeed believes it will look like! Yes we know it looks a lot like the newly-launched Scirocco, but why not? After all the Scirocco’s design looks younger and cooler than the Golf’s one, and maybe Volkswagen will do something about that! The GTI version will be powered by a 2.0 liter turbo engine that will deliver 230 hp. It will be offered with a choice of either manual or DSG transmissions with six gears. It will be available in both three and five-doors versions, but also a more powerful 4Motion performance edition with 265 hp is under development. More about the sixth generation Golf in here.
2008 Volkswagen Golf VI Picture Gallery
According to Auto Motor Und Sport, Volkswagen will launch the 6th generation Golf in November. With a very successful history, the sixth generation Golf keeps the same conservative design, but adds a more powerful look. The Golf VI adds only three centimeters in length to the 4.23 m, so the space conditions remain almost unchanged in the interior. However, the instrument panel is more driver-oriented. The gasoline engines will range from 80 hp to 200 hp; while the diesel engine will be offered with Common Rail for both 1.6 and 2.0 liter capacity.
Abt has finally did it! The Abt R32 represents the ultimate compact car and together with this Volkswagen’s fastest Golf model. As you may suppose, the car is based on the Vw R32, powered by a 3.2 liter V6 engine capable of developing 250 hp. Although it is a powerful car the tuner still needed some power to achieve greater performances so with the help of an Abt compressor kit with supercharger, air cooling system and also a modified motor management system the vehicle received another 120 hp.  abt r32
With 370 hp the Golf is capable of sprinting from 0-100 km/h in just 4.8 seconds, with over 1.6 seconds faster than the „standard” R32. Also the top speed was increased from 250 km/h to 270 km/h. Fitted with 19-inch wheels the car also received subtle bodykit modifications like the new side skirts, dual exhaust pipes and new sports suspension kit.
Volkswagen is now offering its Golf Estate with permanent all-wheel drive. The 4Motion system is coupled to an economical yet high-torque turbodiesel generating 77 kW. This gives the Golf Estate TDI 4Motion, which is available with immediate effect, the best possible grip even on an uninterrupted blanket of snow. As a general rule, permanent all-wheel drive improves cornering forces even on a dry carriageway, thus making a positive contribution to active safety and driving pleasure.
The Golf Estate TDI 4Motion is equipped as standard with a six-speed manual gearbox. An electronically controlled Haldex clutch distributes the forces between the front and rear axles. This coupling is integrated directly into the rear axle to allow a variable distribution of forces. In extreme situations, practically 100 percent of the drive forces can be transmitted via the rear axle.
>> read Volkswagen Golf Variant 4Motion Picture Gallery .
Volkswagen unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show the hybrid version of the Golf hatchback. The concept has a fuel consumption of just 3.4 liters diesel per 100 kilometers. Power transfer to the front axle is managed by a 7-speed DSG (dual clutch transmission).
The Golf TDI Hybrid is powered as a primary source of an extremely fuel-efficient three-cylinder diesel with 1.2 liter displacement, common rail injection and variable turbocharger geometry. The TDI outputs 55 kW / 75 PS (at 4,000 rpm) and a maximum torque of 180 Newton-meter (starting at 2,200 rpm).
The electric motor was flanged onto the so-called output side of the TDI. This synchronous motor delivers an emissions-free 20 kW / 27 PS rated power and 140 Newton-meter torque. In addition, the E-motor also functions as a starting clutch and generator; that is, it replaces the starter and alternator. The system’s nickel metal hydride battery (NiMH) is placed in the trunk and weighs 45 kilograms. NiMH battery storage is distinguished by high energy density and long life. In the Golf TDI Hybrid, the NiMH battery supplies the E-machine with 202 Volt of voltage and total energy of 1.3 kilowatt-hours. Press release after the jump. >> 阅读 Volkswagen Golf TDI Hybrid picture gallery .
Who says that a station wagon must be a boring vehicle? Practical, multifunctional and dynamic - the new Golf Variant by ABT Sportsline combines these attributes perfectly. The world’s leading Volkswagen-tuner developed a wonderful body kit for the most practical model of the Golf family. The low front spoiler lip gives the face of the Variant an even more distinctive and therefore sportier touch. Together with the side skirts, the rear wing and the 2-pipe rear muffler made of stainless steel, the vehicle gets an overall successful appearance.
The ABT Golf Variant appears even there beautiful where normally usefulness reigns. In simple words, at places where the family’s luggage or bulky things are loaded. As perfect complement for the elegant station wagon, we recommend wheels by ABT: No matter if the well-proven AR or the new BR wheel with its corresponding spoke-pairs - the wheel creations from Kempten suit the Golf Variant perfectly. AR and BR wheels are both available in sizes up to 19 inch, of course also with suitable tires.
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