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Wednesday, April 29, 2015

2015 Volkswagen Golf Edition


The Volkswagen brand is represented by six premieres at the AMI (Auto Mobil International) motor show in Leipzig that begins today: in honour of the 40th anniversary of the Golf, Volkswagen is issuing the new premium special model "Golf Edition"; another world premiere car that can be viewed is the Beetle Cabriolet Karmann. The new, technically perfected Touareg is celebrating its European debuts. Celebrating their first motor show appearances for the German public are the new Scirocco, the new Golf GTE1 with a plug-in hybrid drive and the Beetle Dune concept car with a higher-set body and distinctive off-road design.

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The special "Golf Edition" model combines the typical characteristics of the successful bestseller with the exclusivity of the premium class. Top xenon headlights with daytime running lights, machine polished 17-inch "Singapore" design wheels (optional: 18-inch wheels) and tinted rear and side windows all discreetly identify the exterior of the anniversary model. In the interior, the premium ambience is underscored by Alcantara leather seats, leather-trimmed steering wheel, leather gear shift boot, black roof lining and illuminated door sill plates. The first-class features also include the "Premium" multifunction display, "Composition Media" radio system and assistance systems such as the Light & Sight package (includes automatic running light switching and intermittent windscreen wiper with rain sensor), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and "Blind Spot Detection" (informs driver of vehicles in the "blind spot" which makes lane changes easier).

Volkswagen is also celebrating the world premiere of the Beetle Cabriolet Karmann2 at the AMI show. Just as in the Golf Cabrio Karmann before it, Volkswagen is paying tribute to the body manufacturing company Karmann with this new special model. Between 1949 and 1980, the company produced many Beetle Cabriolet cars for Volkswagen. Exterior identifying features of the Beetle Cabriolet Karmann include 18-inch "Disc" design wheels with chrome caps, sport seats, leather-trimmed steering wheel, aluminium pedals and dash pad with Beetle look in matt aluminium. The electric top sports the new colour Sioux Brown, both inside and outside, it comes with a colour coordinated tarpaulin and may be combined with seven different exterior body paints. The special model is based on the "Design" equipment line, and it contains a wind deflector and the Park Pilot parking distance monitor. Ordering of the Beetle Cabriolet Karmann begins next month, and it covers all engine-gearbox variants. On the other hand, the Beetle Dune, which is celebrating its German premiere at the AMI show, is a near-production concept car that shows everything that is feasible in this car.

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In its home market, Volkswagen is showing good form so far this business year. Through April, the Volkswagen passenger car brand increased its deliveries by 2.0 per cent, delivering 184,100 (180,500) vehicles to customers. This represents a 2.0 per cent increase over the prior year. Volkswagen has been a guest at the AMI show in Leipzig since 1991. Its exhibit area is around 2,200 m² in size this year. On visitor days, Volkswagen is showing over 30 vehicles from its current model range here.

Volkswagen is offering interested visitors to the AMI show test drives in the e-up!3, Golf Sportsvan and the new Polo, Golf TGI and Golf Estate. Over a circuit course in the vicinity of the motor show site, experts of Volkswagen Driving Experience accompany visitors as they drive and explain the vehicle technology to them.

In Saxony, Volkswagen operates three production sites: in Zwickau, Chemnitz and Dresden. Volkswagen is the largest car maker and one of the key employers in Saxony – employing around 9,000 people – and Saxony is a modern hub site for the Golf, Golf Estate and Passat models, and a place where Volkswagen manufactures luxury bodies and vehicles as well as engines. To date, over four million Volkswagen cars, over 100,000 luxury vehicles and over twelve million Volkswagen engines have been produced in Saxony.

The Concept


With an exclusive concept car, the Golf Edition, Volkswagen is celebrating at the Auto China the 40th anniversary of the Golf, which has been successful around the globe. The anniversary editions equipment was extensively customised. A Golf has emerged that will be on the road in a league of its own as one of the most premium models in its class. With its iconic design and pioneering all-round features, the Volkswagen best-seller, of which more than 30 million have been sold worldwide, was reflective of technological progress, and always head and shoulders above the rest. With the Golf Edition, another highlight in the history of this model range is launched.

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Special paint effect and 19-inch wheels. From the outside, the concept car can be recognised by the exclusive "Magic Morning" colour and machine-polished "Madrid" 19-inch alloy wheels; while the "metallic" basic colour is white, it has a striking golden shimmer depending on the angle of vision. The mirror caps of the Golf Edition are finished in "matt chrome." Another distinctive feature is a badge on the B pillars showing an engraved laurel wreath with the number "40".

Two-tone leather upholstery. The two-tone interior is particularly exclusive and features leather upholstery ("Sensitive" type of leather) that comes in two colours: "St. Tropez" (bright as a sand beach) and "black". The sporty seats are another highlight. The centre panels up to the headrests are done in "St. Tropez". The centre panels of the seats and backs are upholstered with diamond-shaped stitching. The seams have a brown hue, making for a warm contrast to the bright "St. Tropez" colour. The interior designers opted for black leather as upholstery material for the side and outside surfaces. Brown leather piping in "Sevilla" forms the interface between the bright "St. Tropez" and the "black" surfaces. The three-seat rear seating system is designed in the same style as the front sports seats. The two outside seating surfaces in the rear give the impression of exclusive individual seats.

Wood inlays and piano finish. Wood inlays in the door trim panels (with integrated ambience lighting) and in the dashboard on the passengers side are used for the first time in the latest Golf. Perfectly matching in bright "St. Tropez" are the door inserts in leather, roof pillar panels, interior rooflining and arm rests. Making for a striking contrast is the decor of the centre console, the instrument surrounds as well as the trims around the air vents in high-gloss black piano finish. Likewise in "St. Tropez" colour: the contrasting seams of the multifunction steering wheel covered in black leather and the gear shift grip, also fitted in black leather. The floor mats adopt the diamond pattern of the seats. The door sill plates are equipped with ambience lighting and, after opening the doors, make the initial impression of the new Golf Edition absolutely perfect.


Source:Volkswagen Press

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Tuesday, April 28, 2015

2014 Volkswagen Golf Sportsvan


With the new Golf Sportsvan, Volkswagen is also continuing its product offensive in the compact class in 2014. The seventh generation Golf made its debut in autumn 2012; following in 2013 were the new Golf Estate, 4MOTION models with all-wheel drive, the sporty icons Golf GTI, Golf GTD and Golf R. The range was completed this spring by the e-Golf with an all-electric drive system. Before the Golf GTE, the first plug-in hybrid model, appears on the market this autumn, the Sportsvan is now entering the segment of compact MPVs. The successor to the successful Golf Plus (which sold over 500,000 units in Germany alone) is equipped with an interior that is as sophisticated as it is versatile (rear bench seat has 180 mm longitudinal adjustment), it offers a maximum cargo capacity of 1,520 litres and impresses with a significantly sportier charisma than the predecessor. Not only were the body and interior newly designed, the range of engines was also updated. The new engines are equipped with a stop-start system as standard, and in conjunction with other vehicle improvements, they make the Golf Sportsvan up to 20 per cent more fuel-efficient than the versions of the previous model.

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Turbocharged engines. The four turbocharged petrol direct-injection engines (TSI) produce 63 kW / 85 PS, 81 kW / 110 PS, 92 kW / 125 PS and 110 kW / 150 PS of power. The range of the turbodiesel direct-injection engines (TDI) covers two power levels: 81 kW / 110 PS and 110 kW / 150 PS. Except for the 63 kW TSI, all of the engines may be combined with an optional automatic dual clutch gearbox (DSG). The 1.6 TDI BlueMotion with 110 PS is representative of just how efficient the new engines of the Golf Sportsvan are: It consumes just 3.9 l/100 km (equates to 101 g/km CO2). An independent BlueMotion version that features aerodynamic modifications and tyres optimised for low rolling resistance is already available in Germany; the Golf Sportsvan TDI BlueMotion consumes just 3.6 l/100 km (equates to 95 g/km CO2).

Sporty compact MPV. Technically, the Golf Sportsvan follows the layout of the modular transverse matrix (MQB). And so it exhibits significant differences from the previous model: the proportions of the Golf Sportsvan were designed to be much more dynamic; the front overhangs are shorter, and the wheelbase is longer. In addition, innovative lightweight design by Volkswagen has reduced the weight of this MQB model by up to 90 kg. The interior also has a perfected package thanks to the MQB, which further optimises its utility. The driver and front passenger once again enjoy an elevated seating position in the Golf Sportsvan, but the drivers seat was made noticeably sportier. Having a large influence on the further optimised ergonomics is the cockpit, which was also re-designed for a clean layout and sophisticated look. Despite the elevated seat position, the feeling is more of sitting in an elegant and sporty SUV than in an MPV.

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No more blind spot. In this Volkswagen, the worlds of compacts and MPVs meld together into a new Golf that offers more space for active recreation, family and the job. The Golf Sportsvan impresses with state-of-the-art assistance systems. They include the Blind Spot Monitor which integrates Rear Traffic Alert, which is a first for the Golf. While driving, the Blind Spot Monitor warns the driver of vehicles in the blind spot. When reversing out of a parking space, the system also recognises cross-traffic approaching behind the car that can be difficult for the driver to see; not only can it then warn the driver, but if a collision is imminent, the system automatically activates an emergency braking function.

Innovative assistance systems. Volkswagen is also offering numerous other high-tech systems in the Golf Sportsvan. They include technologies such as the XDS+ electronic differential lock, innovative progressive steering, DCC adaptive chassis control, Front Assist ambient monitoring system with City Emergency Braking, adaptive cruise control (ACC), Automatic Post-Collision Braking system (standard), Driver Alert System, PreCrash occupant protection system, Light Assist and Dynamic Light Assist main beam control systems, driving profile selector, Lane Assist lane-keeping system and Park Assist. A new generation of radio and radio-navigation systems (top system Discover Pro with WLAN hotspot) and a 400 Watt sound system (Dynaudio Excite) with subwoofer and new centre speaker (in upper dashboard) bring a perfected infotainment world into the cars. Fitting in well with these systems are new mobile online services such as "Google Earth™ map service", "Google Street View™" and "Online Traffic Information".


Source:Volkswagen Press Release

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Monday, April 27, 2015

2015 Volkswagen Passat Alltrack

The new Volkswagen Passat broke away from the brave Biedermann - and to inspire Image white. From the success driven, Volkswagen brings the combination from September 2015 to the terrain: Higher laid-wheel drive, robust in its appearance and up to 240 horsepower to the new VW Passat Alltrack as an alternative to SUV participate in all events. But not enough, as all-rounder that combines the best of on- and off-road world, the VW Passat Alltrack receives numerous proprietary features that are not owned by the conventional Passat.

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Who needs a VW Passat Alltrak?
The target group is large, many motorists who use their vehicle for towing or in easy terrain, a highly versatile and spacious car choice - be it over snowy passes high in alpine ski areas, the sand beach with boat trailer or architects date on the construction site. The VW Passat Alltrack is touring car, commercial vehicle, family-rounder and more spacious SUV in one.

Exterior: For heavy use specially adapted
The VW Passat Alltrack is within the Passat series is a stand-alone model. Therefore, there are many features that were designed individually for the all-rounder and available only for him are. The off-road bumpers adapted for use together with underrun protection in stainless steel finish, sovereign bank and ramp angle, also equipped with a rear protective sill extensions and sturdy wheel covers make the body strong and provide parallel for a very unique style.

Its increased by 2.75 inches of ground clearance, a special "Offroad" - driving program with appropriately adapted assistance systems and a custom suspension and 4MOTION all-wheel drive masters of the VW Passat Alltrack well as difficult terrain confidently and reliably.

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Dynamic Accents Meanwhile, the visible tailpipes with chrome bezel, silver anodized the roof rail, the exterior mirror housings in matte chrome and specific 17-inch alloy wheels (optional 18 and 19 inches).

As with conventional VW Passat Variant trunk volume is expected to be lush 650 liters with a length of 1,172 meters and a width between the wheel arches of 1,005 meters. The cargo area is loaded to the roof, the loading capacity is 1,780 liters and even the length grows to 2,018 meters.

New range of engines can be a real ruckus with 240 hp
Five new engines, Volkswagen Passat Alltrack in a second-generation two turbo petrol (TSI) and three turbo diesel (TDI) that meet all the stringent Euro-6 emissions standard. The powerful petrol afford 1.4-liter and 2.0-liter TSI 150 PS and 220 PS. In the case of high-torque diesel with 2.0 liter displacement, the spectrum also starts at 150 hp. Over the next two diesel power levels follow with 190 hp and 240 hp.

A start-stop system and brake energy recovery are standard equipment. The 150 hp TSI and TDI, Volkswagen with manual 6-speed gearbox. All powerful versions are already equipped with a dual clutch transmission (DSG) at the start.

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Standard: This may be the permanent all-wheel drive
The new Passat Alltrack has standard all-wheel drive, which is based on a Haldex coupling of the fifth generation and is already active before slippage occurs. A loss of traction can thus be virtually ruled out. Normally, the system drives only the front axle to save fuel.

However, once threatened with a loss of traction, the rear axle is joined continuously in a split second. Parallel to the longitudinal lock acts as Haldex clutch take in the electronic stabilization program (ESC) integrated electronic differential lock (EDL) on all four wheels, the function of cross locks. They ensure that the driving force while turning a wheel is also conducted in a split second at the wheel on the opposite side.

In addition, Volkswagen Passat Alltrack as equips the 2.0 TSI with 220 PS and 2.0 TDI with 240 hp on both axles with the additional function "XDS +". The available for all other Passat Alltrack optional braking system during fast cornering to the inside wheels to optimize the way the steering behavior. Technically, XDS + an added feature of the electronic differential locks.

Off-road mode: This makes the VW Passat Alltrack-road
All Passat Alltrack come standard with a travel profile selection. Besides the known in other Passat versions modes "Eco", "Normal", "Sport" and "Individual" (in combination with adaptive chassis control DCC) there is a unique feature in this series the additional mode "off". All relevant vehicle and driver assistance systems are at your fingertips matched to off-road use in the Passat Alltrack.

Some examples: An amendment to the ABS control interval, the tires can in "off" mode, to build up a wedge of stones, etc., so as to reduce braking distance during emergency braking on loose surfaces. and hill descent assist, however, prevented from rolling backwards on an incline or rather the unintended acceleration on inclines. Sensitive dose can be the accelerator. At the same time, the switching points are raised and suppressed an automatic upshift in manual mode.

Interior: Several amenities on board
The interior of the VW Passat Alltrack fit the makers analogous to the exterior specifically to the unique character of this model at. Starting with the robust stainless steel door sill plates with embossed "alltrack" lettering and floor mats with double lap, the individualization extends to the comfort seats of the type "alltrack" which in itself by Alcantara in the outer surfaces and the new fabric decor "7 Summits" distinguished area of ​​the center lanes. Optional stand for the different seats leather upholstery, electric 14-way adjustment, seat ventilation and massage function available.

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Aluminium Look Volkswagen led from the robust pedal. Was individualized for the Passat Alltrack also the all-digital instrument cluster "Active Information Display". With a specific application in the design "tracks" the makers refined Meanwhile, the horizontal ventilation band. Standard equipment also includes a coupling box for mobile phones on the smartphone with the external antenna of the Passat Alltrack is connected.

The new infotainment systems allow maximum connectivity to connect external devices. Among the various interfaces include inter alia the integration of smartphones via "App Connect". Behind the applications "Mirror Link", "CarPlay" (Apple) and "Android Auto" hide (Google). Thanks to these three platforms, almost all smartphones and a huge range of apps in the infotainment systems of the VW Passat Alltrack integrate.

The spectrum of the five radio and radio-navigation systems consists of the 5-inch display devices "Composition Touch" with 12.7 inches screen size (standard in the Passat Alltrack) and "Composition Colour", the 6.5-inch or 16, 5 inches large systems "Composition Media" and "Discover Media" (plus navigation) and the 8.0-inch radio navigation system "Discover Pro" with a 20.3 inch large display.

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Driver Assistance Systems: The big plus in safety and comfort
For the new all-terrain model is a wide range of driver assistance and infotainment systems. These technologies, along with the "Active Info Display" include a head-up display that rear-seat-entertainment "Media Control" for tablet computers, the environment observation system "Front Assist" plus City Emergency Braking with pedestrian recognition, " Side Assist "(Lane Change Assist), the" Emergency Assist "(vehicle stop in an emergency), a traffic jam assistant and an off park assistant.

This attracts the Passat - maneuvering with a trailer easier than ever
In addition, the 2015 VW Passat Alltrack is recommended as an ideal towing vehicle: In 12 percent slope there are 2200 kg towing capacity (braked), the Passat Alltrack the must take on the hook (except 150 PS TSI 1,800 kilograms).

The reversing with a trailer is even for experienced players a challenge. But thanks to the "Trailer Assist" is the reversing with a trailer easier than ever. The mirror adjustment switch is used as a joystick, which means that the driver sets the direction on the mirror adjustment switch and only needs to accelerate and brake. The orientation of the Passat is done by automatically controlling the electromechanical power steering.

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Practical: VW Passat Alltrack 2015 remembers individual system settings
The number of comfort and assistance systems is high and many of these systems confront driver individually. As it often happens that family members and other drivers adjust the systems and the vehicle owner must always activate anew their personal settings. To facilitate this, Volkswagen designed a new generation of personalization. The individual settings of a driver are combined into one account and stored.

Through user management, each driver can quickly activate his individual account and thus retrieve his individual settings. The respective driver identifies it easily over his car keys - this is done with the opening of the car. This first settings such as the seating position is already enabled on the drivers side.

The possible depending on the equipment in the new Volkswagen Passat Alltrack personalization scopes include, among others, the ambient lighting, automatic distance control ACC, the infotainment system, automatic air conditioning, the instrument cluster or the multifunction display, the light, the memory seat

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