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VOLKSWAGEN AT THE GENEVA MOTOR SHOW 2006
28 February 2006 - Volkswagen (UK)
A number of new products will be on display at this year’s Geneva Show. In summary, the highlights are:
Concept A: Crossover design leads way for new compact SUV Polo BlueMotion: Fuel efficient diesel power with 72.4 mpg Eos: The only convertible-coupé with a glass sunroof EcoFuel: CNG/petrol bi-fuel engine in Touran and Caddy Golf GT: Technically advanced 1.4-litre super and turbo charged engine Polo GTI: At 150 PS, the most powerful production Polo Polo Dune: Off-road appearance within compact Polo proportions Concept A This concept is a crossover between a sports car and a compact SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Elements of the study will be clear when Volkswagen reveals its forthcoming new compact SUV
In terms of size, Concept A is 4,348 mm long, 1,854 mm wide and 1,551 mm high, making it 144 mm longer, 95 mm wider and 66 mm higher than Golf. The Concept A wheelbase is 24 mm longer than that of the Golf
The styling combines a coupé-like silhouette with a raised SUV stance; the shield-like front grille, seen on Passat and Jetta, extends downwards to create part of the underbody protection
Opposing opening doors, hatchback and pick-up style rear tailgate all feature on Concept A, providing a glimpse of what is technically possible for future product
In the Geneva study, for the first time, the unique Volkswagen TSI (turbo and supercharged) engine is powered by natural gas (CNG) – the super-clean 1.4-litre TSI engine develops 150 PS. Six-speed DSG transmission and 4MOTION also feature
The name comes from the vehicle’s A-segment size
Polo BlueMotion BlueMotion is a frugal version of Polo offering 80 PS and 72.4 mpg from a modified 1.4-litre TDI three-cylinder engine
Economical Polo uses aerodynamic, engine and transmission fine tuning with a diesel particulate filter (DPF) to reduce CO2 emissions by 16 g/km
Maximum power of 80 PS at 4,000 rpm
Maximum torque of 144 lbs ft (195 Nm) from 1,800 rpm
Combined fuel consumption of 72.4 mpg; CO2 emissions of 103 g/km
Performance: 0 to 62 mph in 12.8 seconds; top speed of 110 mph
Gears three to five have 12 to 24 per cent longer ratios
Wind tunnel developments have created efficient front and rear spoilers
BlueMotion is the spiritual successor to Lupo 3L TDI
Available in Germany, Austria and Switzerland during summer 2006
UK sales information yet to be confirmed
Eos Available to order now; on sale in July; prices starting at £19,385
Unique four-seater combining full convertible and hard-top coupé with a tilt and slide glass sunroof as standard
Compact five-part folding roof occupies minimal space; 380 litre boot capacity when closed, 205 when open; opens and closes within 25 seconds
Four petrol and one diesel available; 1.6-litre FSI 115 PS; 2.0-litre FSI 150 PS; 2.0-litre T-FSI 200 PS; 3.2-litre V6 250 PS; and 2.0-litre 140 PS TDI
All engines feature six-speed manual transmission; DSG optional on 200 PS petrol and the TDI; DSG standard on 3.2-litre V6 250 PS engine
Available in standard and Sport trim
All models feature ESP (Electronic Stabilisation Programme); twin front and combined curtain and side impact airbags for front and rear passengers; semi-automatic air conditioning; fog lights; electric windows; electric heated and adjustable wing mirrors; radio/CD player; alloy wheels; parking sensors; and lockable load through provision
Options include amplified Dynaudio speaker system; iPod adaptor; USB MP3-ready music port
2.0-litre FSI 150 PS, 2.0-TDI 140 PS, and Sport 2.0-litre T-FSI 200 PS can be ordered now; other models arriving in autumn
Eos – on the road RRPs
1.6-litre 115 PS 6-spd manual
£19,385
2.0-litre FSI 150 PS 6-spd manual
£20,765
2.0-litre TDI 140 PS 6-spd manual
£21,385
2.0-litre TDI 140 PS DSG auto
£22,515
Sport 2.0-litre FSI 150 PS 6-spd manual
£21,655
Sport 2.0-litre TDI 140 PS 6-spd manual
£22,275
Sport 2.0-litre TDI 140 PS DSG auto
£23,405
Sport 2.0-litre T-FSI 200 PS 6-spd manual
£23,235
Sport 2.0-litre T-FSI 200 PS DSG auto
£24,385
Sport 3.2-litre V6 FSI 250 PS DSG auto
£27,995
EcoFuel Caddy EcoFuel is powered by a 1.6-litre bi-fuel engine which uses petrol and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)
26 kg CNG fuel tank sits under the load area floor providing a range of 270 miles
Range extends to 385 miles after switching to petrol
CNG shows significant reduction in emissions and gains in fuel consumption
Touran EcoFuel shares Caddy EcoFuel technology
As the UK does not have a CNG refuelling infrastructure, there are no current plans to introduce Caddy or Touran EcoFuel derivatives
Golf GT European version of the Golf GT will be shown ahead of the UK version, which is due to arrive in the summer of 2006
GT will sit below GTI in the Golf range
Powered by a new 2.0-litre TDI 170 PS or 1.4-litre TSI (turbo and supercharged) 170 PS engines
TSI ‘Twincharger’ engine features a belt-driven supercharger and an exhaust-driven turbo – the first time both have been used together in volume production
Highly modified version of 1.4-litre FSI 16-valve engine, as used in Golf and Polo
Maximum power of 170 PS at 6,000 rpm
Maximum torque of 177 lbs ft (240 Nm) between 1,750 and 4,500 rpm
Combined fuel consumption of 39.2 mpg; CO2 emissions of 173 g/km
Small capacity of 1,390 cc results in high specific power output of 122 PS per litre
Golf GT 1.4 TSI performance: 0 to 62 mph in 7.9 seconds; top speed of 136 mph
Compared with 1.4-litre FSI engine, TSI uses extremely rigid grey cast iron cylinder block to withstand higher combustion pressures, plus modified six-hole injectors
Polo GTI Range-topping Polo; available to order now; on sale on 12 May
Available in both three and five door formats
Powered by 1.8-litre 20 valve turbocharged engine delivering 150 PS and 220 Nm of torque; the most powerful production Polo ever
Performance: 0 to 62 mph in 8.2 seconds; 134 mph top speed
Styling cues taken from Golf GTI; honeycomb front grille; twin chrome tail pipes; red brake callipers; 15 mm lower suspension; and 16 inch versions of the Golf GTI’s alloy wheels
Polo GTI – on the road RRPs
1.8-litre 150 PS 5-spd, 3dr
£14,785
1.8-litre 150 PS 5-spd, 5dr
£15,385
Polo Dune Combines off-road appearance with traditional Polo values
Available to order now; on sale on 14 April
Five door bodystyle only
Powered by 1.4-litre 75 PS petrol or 1.4-litre TDI 70 PS diesel engines
Exterior enhancements include 17'' ‘BBS’ alloy wheels; unique front and rear bumpers; side and wheel-arch protection; silver coloured roof rails; and suspension raised 20 mm
Polo Dune – on the road RRPs
1.4-litre 75 PS 5-spd
£12,645
1.4-litre TDI 70 PS 5-spd
£13,495
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