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newsunlimit · 4 years ago

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BMW 4 Series or VW Arteon which is better?

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BMW 4 Series or VW Arteon which is better?

BMW 4 Series or VW Arteon which is better?: The saloons are suffering from the sales success of the SUVs, but they still have their audience and there are many loyal fans. They have better dynamic behavior compared to SUVs, lower consumption, and, in this case, high quality of materials and settings. But in this case at hand, which one do we recommend buying, the Volkswagen Arteon or the BMW 4 Series?

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Before going any further, let me clarify that this is one of our usual technical comparisons, not a dynamic test in which we analyze its dynamic behavior. What I am going to analyze here are sections such as the dimensions, the boot capacity, the range of engines, their equipment, and, of course, the prices. In the end, I will make a summary by way of a conclusion to recommend if it is better to buy the Arteon or the Series 4.

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Let me start with the Volkswagen Arteon. It measures 4.86 meters long, 1.87 meters wide, 1.42 m high, and has a wheelbase of 2.84 meters. Extraordinary dimensions make clear the versatility of the VW Group’s MQB modular platform on which it is based and which is the same as the Volkswagen Golf and the huge Skoda Kodiaq.

Those dimensions are worth the Volkswagen to offer a capacity of 563 liters in its trunk, which are expandable to 1,557 liters if the rear seatbacks are folded. Under the hood, and I am already talking about engines, the Arteon range begins with the well-known 150 hp 2.0 TDI, a block that is also offered with 200 hp; and in gasoline, its bets on the 2.0 TSI propeller with a single power scale: 190 hp.

BMW 4 Series

For its part, the BMW 4 Series measures 4.76 meters in length, that is, it is smaller and also has two fewer doors, although its sculptural bodywork is perfectly comparable to the Arteon. However, that is one of the great handicaps, that is, if you need quick and easy access to the rear row, go for the Volkswagen. On the other hand, if you are one of those who give priority to aesthetics, we are sure that the BMW, with its coupe body, will be your chosen one.

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Conclusion

Both models offer a lot of quality and large doses of technology and versatility, although in this last section it is the Volkswagen that takes the cake with its two extra doors. However, in image, elegance, and sportiness, it is the BMW that hits the table. It has a version that is a myth, the M4, and that is lacking in the Arteon, much more conservative in its sporting aspirations. In engines, the Munich model also offers more horsepower and performance, while the Wolfburg model is more restrained, also in price, with a lower rate.

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vividracing · 4 years ago

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All-New aFe BladeRunner Turbo Muffler Delete Kit for '15-'20 Volkswagen GTI

aFe Power has just released its new BladeRunner Aluminum Hot and Cold Charge Pipe Kit for the 2015-2020 Volkswagen GTI. With that, there was also an optional Charge Pipe Kit with Muffler Delete for GTI (MKVII) models with the L4-2.0L (t) engine. Now, the popular performance company introduces its BladeRunner Turbo Muffler Delete Kits for both OE and its own aFe Charge Pipes. So, you can opt to replace your Volkswagen’s cast turbo muffler with the BladeRunner oversized billet aluminum turbo muffler delete package. And if you already have the aFe Charge Pipes installed, you can enhance the vehicle’s overall flow with the accompanying muffler delete kit.

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The OE kit outflows the Volkswagen GTI’s factory turbo muffler by 5 percent, while the aFe variant outflows it by 7 percent. The latter also delivers dyno-proven gains of up to +8 horsepower and +10 pound-feet of torque. Both of the BladeRunner Turbo Muffler Delete Kits for the 2015-2020 GTI will also fit the Golf R and Jetta GLI, as well as the Audi A3 and S3 (see fitment below for more details).

This product includes an oversized two-piece 2-1/4″ billet aluminum turbo muffler delete with a straight-through oversized design that immensely increases the car’s flow and sound by creating a smooth transition between the turbo and intercooler tube. The Turbo Muffler Delete from aFe is CNC machined from quality 6061-T6 aluminum and then finished in a red anodized coating with a laser-etched logo for added styling, superior strength, and long-lasting durability.

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davidraudalesuk · 4 years ago

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THE MOST EXCITING CARS OF 2020, AS REVIEWED BY DRIVING.CO.ULAST YEAR was one marked by boredom. Large swathes of it were spent indoors thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, forcing us to take up hobbies like doing jigsaw puzzles, reading books or baking banana bread.

That applied to car reviewers, too: press deliveries were (understandably) halted, launches were pushed back to next year and reveals were taken online.

However, there were periods before and between the various lockdowns during which reviewing resumed, and for short, sweet periods we remembered the thrill of driving new cars. Here are eight of the most exciting models Driving.co.uk tested in 2020.

1. New Land Rover Defender

Land Rover Defender

The Land Rover Defender, needless to say, is one of the most recognisable automotive icons of all time. The old silhouette, famously first conceived as a sketch in the sand, remained relatively unchanged for the better part of a century, meaning that the new one, which doesn’t share a single component with its rugged predecessor, was seen as progress by some and sacrilege by others. Either way, it arrived to nearly impossibly high expectations.

However, the new model, kitted out with modern accoutrements like independent air suspension and 3D cameras, is “leagues better in every way” than its predecessor, reckoned Driving.co.uk editor Will Dron. High praise indeed.

Read our review of the Land Rover Defender here.

2. Volkswagen ID.3

Volkswagen ID.3

Volkswagen can split its eighty-something-year history into three distinct sections, each represented by one of its machines. First was the, erm, problematic conception of the brand with the VW Beetle, a “people’s car” designed by Ferdinand Porsche on the instructions of Adolf Hitler. Second was a period marked by the Golf, the quintessential hatchback and the yardstick against which all family cars are judged.

The third, says VW, began in 2020 with the launch of the ID.3, its electric hatchback. And this car isn’t just a big moment in VW’s canon — it’s one of the biggest PR projects the company has ever undertaken, launching a range of vehicles that aims to mend the still lingering spectre that is the dieselgate scandal. That makes it incredibly important, but is it a good car? Yes, we reckon it is.

Read our review of the Volkswagen ID.3 here.

3. McLaren 765LT

McLaren 765LT

The 765LT sits atop McLaren’s “Super Series”, a role previously held by the 720S — a car described by absolutely zero people as “lacklustre”. However the famously forensic McLaren decided that there were a few milligrams here and there that could be trimmed from the 720S and a few more horsepower to be squeezed out of its 4.0-litre, twin-turbo V8. The result is a car that weighs 80kg less and packs 45 more horsepower (Super Series cars are named for their number of horses), with engineering and aero changes to make it even faster round a track.

The result is a car that, in Will Dron’s opinion, “has amphetamines licked”. “Probably”.

Read our review of the McLaren 765LT here.

4. Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet

Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet

Speaking of fast cars, say hello to the newest version of the Porsche 911 Turbo S. It can reach 60mph in exactly the same time as the aforementioned McLaren 765LT, thanks to its twin-turbo, six-cylinder flat six, its hammer-like torque delivery and the grip offered by its non-optional four wheel drive. It can, if you’re in good and legal conditions, top out at 205mph, and is capable of behaving “like a toddler full of sugar”.

But what impressed Alex Goy the most was the fact that it is capable of all that while offering daily-driver levels of practicality. There’s a good amount of space under the bonnet and if you’re gentle with the accelerator, it can be perfectly polite around town. A true everyday supercar.

Read our review of the Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet here.

5. Honda Civic Type R

Honda Civic Type R

When it came to the midlife update of the Civic Type R, Honda’s engineers had the luxury of not having to make too many big overhauls. After the blip that was the FK2 model (the one that came out in 2015), the current model — the FK8, to those in the know — has been seen as Honda’s return to the top of the hot hatch segment. However, the brand has decided to go one step further. Because, why not?

That means that the things that made the Civic Type R great before — the 2.0-litre turbo engine, the precision of the steering, the general sense of fun — are still great, if not incrementally more so, says Kieran Ahuja, while its shortcomings have been addressed. Add in a new — and completely addictive — short throw gear change, and we’re onto a winner.

Read our review of the Honda Civic Type R here.

6. Polestar 2

Polestar 2

Building a car that takes on the Tesla Model 3 is no easy feat. The American brand is, after all, at the forefront of electric vehicle making and the most valuable car company in the world — with the most loyal following. Its entry-level model was even briefly the best-selling car in the UK.

However, take on Tesla is what Polestar set out to do with the Polestar 2. According to Will Dron, it has largely achieved that, thanks to its Greta Thunberg-friendly interior, “immense” infotainment system and the depth of its driving character.

Read our review of the Polestar 2 here.

7. Volvo XC40 Recharge P8

Volvo XC40 Recharge P8

“Fast” might not be the first adjective you reach for when you look at the Volvo XC40 Recharge P8. It looks like a safe, practical, comfortable and sensible family crossover. And Volvo’s first pure-electric production vehicle is all of those things: it’s got a sizeable 452 litres of boot capacity; it can travel 280 miles on a single charge; it recharges rapidly; it’s got world-beating crash safety and driver assists; and it has the same great infotainment system as the aforementioned Polestar 2, with a similarly serene, minimalistic interior.

However, it’s also fast. Very fast. Thanks to four-wheel drive from two powerful electric motors delivering 487 lb ft of torque, it can go from 0-60mph in under five seconds. It’s a car that has the capability to stick your head to the headrest, says Will Dron, but it doesn’t beg you to.

Read our review of the Volvo XC40 Recharge P8 here.

8. Rolls-Royce Ghost

Rolls Royce Ghost

The Rolls-Royce Ghost has adopted a new ethos in its latest iteration, one that its creator has labelled “post-opulent”. The car maker’s well-to-do clientele are reportedly no longer interested in the glitz and glamour that it previously embodied, and are now after a more sophisticated, minimalistic way of showing off their incredible wealth.

This posed something of a quandary to the designers and engineers over in Goodwood — their task was to make a car that was not as immediately dazzling as its predecessor but still justifies a price tag of at least £208,000; to make the Ghost as exciting as the outgoing model without making it gaudy. Engineers also had to improve on a car that has been praised as the best to drive among Rolls’ entire line-up. Will Dron was among the first in the world to find out how successful they were

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larrymccarty · 6 years ago

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2020 Volkswagen Golf R Horsepower, Engine, Price, Release Date

2020 Volkswagen Golf R Horsepower, Engine, Price, Release Date – When a straightforward, unassuming hatchback, this 2020 Volkswagen Golf range has expanded to incorporate an all-electrical e-Golf, two higher-performance trims (GTI and then R) and then a wagon (evaluated as a stand-alone). Even though the energy-economy champion TDI diesel can be not any longer provided, this Golf TSI’s common…

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scorpio0930 · 4 years ago

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Review update: The 2020 Volkswagen GTI's swan song hits all the best notes

One of the top five cars I drove in 2014 was practically as old as I am.

I found it in an oceanside parking lot, alongside a row of old Volkswagens. It fired up with a fitful sputter and also found initially with less self-confidence than an American Organization pitcher at-bat. When the cars and truck was alive, I never ever desired the drive to end. The 1983 Volkswagen Bunny GTI is the archetype for budget bliss behind the wheel and to be clear, an automotive legend. [auto bady parts]I love that auto as well as foolishly attempted to lick a New York subway turnstile to purchase one for much less than $10,000. To simply drive one once more, I wouldn't lick a turnstile (not currently) however would certainly take into consideration comparable stupid acts with less saliva included. To be fair, the 2020 VW GTI is on the Rabbit GTI's family history however relevant like Thomas Jefferson is to Jefferson Plane-- really, name only. I didn't expect the same life-affirming drive however expected a smile or more.

With an upgraded GTI on the way next year, I offered one last drive to the 2020 GTI. The 2020 Golf earned a 6.7 TCC Ranking, based greatly on the GTI. We noted the hatchback's eager efficiency, great functions as well as service warranty, as well as functionality.

Here's what I discovered in the GTI without licking anything in it. At the very least as for I agree to confess. For everything that's changed about the GTI, something has actually continued in nearly 40 years-- a chunky, free-revving inline-4. The 2020 GTI gets a 2.0-liter turbo-4 that produces 228 horsepower at 4,700 rpm but wringing it out beyond that is even more rewarding. When the tach needle swings past midday, the GTI's turbo comes on full tune up until 6,000 rpm. [click to shop]The 2020 GTI is a delight to drive and it's more engaging than anything else VW sells. Although the Golf R was a better performer, the GTI has actually been more friendly and lift-off oversteer is terrifyingly underrated as well as additionally great.

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our-mrs-saku-love · 4 years ago

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The Audi R8: Origins, Generations, Specifications

All things Audi R8 on Automobile.

Audi R8 Essential History Despite a rich motorsports history with overwhelming success in both rallying and endurance racing, Audi's always remained at arm's length when it came to producing a true sports car. The once-popular Audi TT has most of the right ingredients, but the front-wheel-drive underpinnings pulled primarily from the VW Golf kept it well below the Porsche Boxster, Nissan Z cars, and BMW's assorted roadsters and two-seat coupes.

Since the early 1980s, Audi remained content developing high-performance versions of its premium coupes and sedans, focusing on promoting all-wheel drive technology and turbocharged engines, even if the resulting speed-specials were softer and more road-oriented than the adrenalin-charging weapons from Mercedes-Benz' AMG or BMW's M division.

It was only during the early-2000s when the reality of an Audi supercar began to coalesce, born from Audi's ongoing Le Mans domination and the then-recent acquisition of Lamborghini by the Volkswagen Auto Group. To amortize the cost of development of the nascent Lamborghini Gallardo and to bring Audi a little closer in-line with Mercedes and BMW, the plan for the mid-engine Audi R8—the brand's first supercar—took shape with the Le Mans Quattro concept in 2003.

Audi Le Mans Quattro Concept Visually, the Audi Le Mans Quattro concept was nearly identical to the production R8 that arrived in 2007, though the wild twin-turbo V-10 engine was tossed for a more production-friendly iteration of Audi's naturally aspirated 4.2-liter V-8. Power was reasonable for a mid-engine sports car of the era, with 414 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque sent to all-four wheels through either Audi's R-Tronic six-speed automated manual or a gated six-speed manual transmission. Zero-to-60-mph times for these early R8s were around the low four-second mark, with a top speed around 188 mph.

The Audi R8 Goes V-10 For the 2009 model year, the R8's Lamborghini roots shone in full-force, when the updated 5.2-liter V-10 from the Lamborghini LP560-4 was shoehorned into the R8. Fun fact—that Lamborghini V-10 is actually an Audi V-10 pulled from the S6 and S8. So, the R8 V10 actually uses an Audi V-10 pulled from a Lamborghini, but we digress. The V-10 engine increased the R8's output to 518 horsepower and 391 lb-ft of torque, dropping the zero-to-60 mph sprint to 3.9 seconds, and raising top speed to 196 mph.

The Audi R8 Spyder Drop-top Spyder variants launched for both the V-8 and the V-10 models, with the V-8 adding an extra 14 horsepower over the V-8 coupe, growing the total to 428 horsepower, though torque remained unchanged at 317 lb-ft. The limited edition R8 GT arrived in 2011, cutting 220 pounds from the curb weight of the regular R8 V10, while increasing the V-10's output to 552 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque. As you'd expect, the R8 GT also brought with it a range of suspension, braking, and aerodynamic upgrades over the regular car to compensate for the additional power and to enlarge the overall performance envelope. Production of the GT was limited to 333 units worldwide, with an additional 333 unit run of the corresponding R8 GT Spyder.

The first-generation R8 received a mid-cycle refresh for 2012 in the rest of the world, arriving in the U.S. in 2013 as a 2014 model year. The refresh brought mostly aesthetic updates, though a few significant mechanical upgrades were also brought to the R8, most significantly a new seven-speed dual-clutch replacing the balky R-Tronic automated manual transmission. Standard magnetic damping was also added for the R8 V10, an optional upgrade for the V-8 models.

The R8 V10 Plus arrived on our shores in 2014, adding a new range-topping trim with extra power and performance in the same vein as the older R8 GT. The same 5.2-liter V-10 as found in the standard R8 V10 was upgraded to 542 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque in the R8 V10 Plus, which also got a re-tuned suspension, updated interior, and massaged aesthetics.

Second-Generation Audi R8 After these short-lived upgrades, the first-gen R8 was replaced by an all-new model in 2015 for the 2016 model year. In keeping with the Lamborghini bones of the prior generation, the second-gen R8 shares much of its structural DNA with the Lamborghini Huracan. This includes the familiar 5.2-liter naturally aspirated V-10—the only engine offered at the moment—initially available with either 533 horsepower and 398 lb-ft of torque in the base R8 coupe or 602 horsepower and 413 lb-ft in the R8 V10 Plus coupe. With the exception of the limited-edition R8 RWS (Rear Wheel Series), power is transferred to all-four wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission.

For 2019, the second-gen R8 was updated with extra power and an aesthetic refresh. Power for the base coupe jumped to 562 horsepower and 413 lb-ft, while the newly renamed R8 Coupe Performance Quattro packs 602 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque. Performance for all iterations of the second-gen R8 is impressive; factory-quoted zero-to-60 mph times range between 3.2 seconds and 3.5 seconds, though these times have proven to be conservative in independent tests.

Audi R8 Highlights Time will likely be kind to the Audi R8. The first generation of the supercar consistently ranks at the top of many enthusiast's lists of best designs of the 2000s, and it's only going to get better with time. Although older R8s may carry a bit of a stigma as simply a used supercar, give it time—or pick one up now, while they are at the bottom of their depreciation curve.

Once the first R8s are out of the too-new-to-be-classic but too-old-to-be-cool dead zone, the R8 will be one of the better ways to get into something genuinely exotic for not much more than the price of entry to a loaded mid-size crossover SUV. Early V-8s are particularly inexpensive to purchase, and compared to a Ferrari or Lamborghini of similar vintage, significantly less expensive to keep on the road. As far as upkeep price goes, think more than a BMW or Audi sedan, and less than an Aston Martin—maintenance on a regular Porsche 911 is likely a good comparison.

By design, the R8 of any generation is a more professional, lower-key supercar—if that's even a thing. The current R8 is priced closer to the Porsche 911 Turbo, current Acura NSX, and Aston Martin Vantage than to Lamborghini's Huracán or McLaren's 720s, but in our experience, the R8 doesn't fall far short of those more exotic models in performance or theater. In fact, we'd likely take a new R8 over any of the listed alternatives on the strength of its sound and the vicious launch control. We've also heard whispers that a first-gen Audi R8 V10 with the gated manual transmission is one of the best "exotic" experiences that can be had for less than $100,000, so there's that.

Audi R8 Buying Tips Audi R8s of any generation or spec are fairly robust and shouldn't provide too many undue surprises mechanically. A thick sheaf of maintenance records is always a welcome inclusion with any potential purchase, as is a pre-purchase inspection at a local specialist or dealer. Parts availability for the R8 is high, considering even the oldest R8s still have factory support from Audi—for now. As stated above, expect regular maintenance bills similar to what you'd expect of a Porsche 911.

If you are in the market for a first-gen R8, we highly suggest you seek only those with either the six-speed manual transmission or the later dual-clutch examples. Avoid the R-Tronic at all costs; it's clunky, slow, relatively fragile, and for some enthusiasts, ruins the overall experience. Engine type matters, too, as V-8s will obviously be more affordable than the V-10s, but there is a significant difference in both speed and upkeep between the two engines—as well as a difference in prestige, which can enhance (or detract from) collectibility.

Audi R8 Auctions Despite undeniable desirability, the Audi R8 isn't collectible enough to cross the stage at major auction houses—yet. Bring a Trailer never disappoints, as the healthy record of sold R8s is enough to give an idea of what you might pay for a first generation. For second-generation R8s—the current model—there are enough on Audi lots that you might be better off getting one straight from the source.

This 2009 Audi R8 4.2 w/ six-speed manual and only 8,000 miles sold for $67,000

A 2010 Audi R8 V10 w/ six-speed manual sold for $72,000

This second-gen 2018 Audi R8 RWS claimed $118,000

A late-model first-gen 2015 Audi R8 4.2 with six-speed manual was bought for $80,000

Audi R8 Quick Facts First year of production: 2007 Last year of production: Ongoing Base Price: $171,150 (2020) Audi's first supercar Lamborghini bones for (relatively) cheap Time will be very, very kind to the R8 family We'll take ours with the V-10 and the gated manual, please Audi R8 Articles On Automobile We drove the refreshed first-generation Audi R8 in 2012.

Here's our review of the second-generation Audi R8 V10 Plus.

We sampled the rare Audi R8 RWS as well.

We got our hands on the updated second-gen Audi R8 late last year.

And just for fun, here's a test of the race-ready Audi R8 LMS.

Audi R8 FAQ You have questions about the Audi R8. Automobile has answers. Here are the answers to some of the most frequently asked Audi R8 queries:

Is The Audi R8 A Supercar? Absolutely. With any engine or transmission and from either generation, the Audi R8 is quick, fast, and visually stunning enough to be considered a supercar.

How Fast Does An Audi R8 Go? The early first-gen Audi R8 4.2s topped out at 188 mph, while the latest and greatest Audi R8 V10 Performance Quattro smacks a mighty 206 mph.

How Much Is The New Audi R8? The base 2020 Audi R8 will run you $171,150.

What Year Is The Best Audi R8? Hmm, great question. We reckon it depends on what you want from the car. For an engaging drive, we'd pick the cleanest first-gen V-10 with the gated manual we could find. However, the current R8 is stunningly quick and aurally spectacular as any car we've driven, so perhaps one of the few R8 RWS would find its way into our dream garage. ผลบอล7mคะแนน

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carsmedd · 6 years ago

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2019 Volkswagen Jetta GLI With GTI Power in Chicago Auto Show

Volkswagen unveils the sportiest version of its Jetta

Volkswagen unveiled with great fanfare the sportiest version of its Jetta model at the Chicago Auto Show.

2019 Volkswagen Jetta GLI With GTI Power in Chicago Auto Show

The 2019 version of the Volkswagen Jetta GLI gets some aesthetic elements that differentiate it from the regular model. We note in particular the presence of 18-inch alloy wheels, bowsters front and rear sliced style, a front grille black honeycomb type, a rear spoiler, as well as exhaust pipes double to chrome tips.

Although the GLI version is based on the same MQB platform that serves the new Jetta, Volkswagen promises more power and improved handling for the latter. To be sure of this, the company has incorporated some of the components that serve the GTI and R variants of the Golf. The Jetta GLI also rests closer to the ground than the regular model and benefits from an independent multi-link suspension.

2019 Volkswagen Jetta GLI With GTI Power in Chicago Auto Show

In addition, an edition celebrating 35 years of the model will be proposed. The latter will put forward black wheels with unique design and accented with red stripes. A black roof mirrors also borrowing this shade, as well as a blackfin will be in the game. 35th-anniversary crests will be visible inside and out.

Standard equipment includes LED lights and lights, 10-color ambient lighting, and dual-zone climate control. Among the safety features, we will find alerts for frontal collisions, blind spots, and rear cross traffic.

Buyers will be able to add more, including for the Volkswagen Virtual Cockpit at the instrumentation level, for a panoramic roof, for heated AND ventilated front seats, for adaptive cruise control and for a better quality audio system. BeatsAudio.

Inside, the black dominates, but there are red or gray stitching depending on the upholstery of the seats. For example, with leather upholstery, the accents are red. The same goes for the steering wheel, gear lever, armrests, and mats. On the 35th anniversary model, the differentiations are unique.

2019 Volkswagen Jetta GLI With GTI Power in Chicago Auto Show

The mechanics

The Jetta GLI automatically receives a 2-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine with 228 horsepower, provided that it is filled with super gasoline. The couple is estimated at 258 lb-ft. That's 18 and 40 more, respectively, compared to the older generation of GLI. The limited slip differential and red caliper brakes are borrowed from the Volkswagen Golf R.

Power is distributed to the front wheels via the work of a six-speed manual transmission. A seven-speed DSG automatic transmission with dual clutch is available as an option. When the model is equipped with this box, the start/stop function is standard. There are also different modes of driving; four on all versions (Normal, Sport, Eco and Personal), with the exception of the 35th-anniversary edition which has an additional parameter (Comfort).

The first deliveries of the model are planned for the summer of 2019.

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aFe BladeRunner Hot and Cold Charge Pipe Kit for '15-'20 Volkswagen GTI

When it comes to engineering for power, performance, protection, and value, aFe Power is at the top of the list. aFe produces a comprehensive line of induction systems and exhausts that work to unleash the true potential of your vehicle. That being said, the brand has just released its popular BladeRunner Aluminum Hot and Cold Charge Pipe Kit for the 2015-2020 Volkswagen GTI (MKVII) with the L4-2.0L (t) engine. There are two kits available: a Black Charge Pipe Kit and a Black Charge Pipe Kit with Muffler Delete. Both deliver noticeable gains in power and outflow the factory tubes by 25 and 34 percent respectively.

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This BladeRunner intercooler tube kit offers the ultimate smooth transition between the engine and the turbo for low operating temperatures and, consequently, improved power. The smooth transitions in the mandrel-bent aluminum tubing reduce turbulence and minimize pressure loss, thus increasing horsepower and torque figures. The Charge Pipe Kit promises to deliver +15 horsepower and +19 pound-feet of torque, while the Muffler Delete version will add +23 horsepower and +28 pound-feet of torque to your VW (or Audi).

The Charge Pipe Kit with Muffler Delete has an oversized 2-1/4” OD Turbo Muffler Delete that replaces the Volkswagen’s factory turbo muffler located between the turbo compressor outlet and the hot side intercooler tube. The straight-through, oversized design strategically increases flow and the car’s turbocharger soundtrack by way of the smooth transitions between the turbo and intercooler tube (as aforementioned). It is CNC machined from 6061-T6 aluminum with a stunning red anodized finish that delivers the ultimate durability and strength that you can count on.

The aFe BladeRunner Hot and Cold Charge Pipe Kit includes high-quality, stainless-steel, spring-loaded T-bolt clamps and heavy-duty, 5-ply polyester reinforced silicone couplings for added strength and resilience. Both kits below are finished in an attractive wrinkle black powder coating with the aFe Power logo laser etched on the tube for a customized look.

Features:

Replaces restrictive factory plastic intercooler tubes for better performance

Free-flowing, heat-resistant aluminum tubes

TIG-Welded 2½” Hot Side and 2¾” Cold Side Aluminum Tubes

Features premium stainless-steel spring-loaded T-Bolt Clamps and 5-ply Silicone Couplings

1/8″ NPT Ports provided for Connecting Sensors or Water-Methanol Injection

Powder Coated Wrinkle Black for Heat and Corrosion Resistance

No modifications needed

Fitment:

2015-2020 Volkswagen Golf R / GTI / Jetta GLI

2015-2020 Audi A3 / S3

Emissions Disclaimer: This product is not currently CARB exempt and is not available for purchase in California or for use on any vehicle registered with the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

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Outflows Factory Tubes by 25%

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Dyno-Proven Gains of +23 HP and +28 Lbs. x Ft. TQ

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Hyundai Elantra GT Hatchback Killed by Venue and Kona Crossovers

One of our favorite affordable hatchbacks is saying goodbye, and we’re not at all ready to see it go. Hyundai will discontinue the Elantra GT in the U.S. after the 2020 model year to focus on its growing crossover lineup.

Hyundai said the decision was “due to [an] expanded SUV lineup that includes Venue and Kona.” It’s a shame that Hyundai is sacrificing the Elantra GT, because we always viewed it as a great crossover alternative thanks to its spacious rear seats, cavernous cargo capacity, and strong visibility. We also love that the hatchback is nimble, relatively quiet, and fun to take around a corner.

This also marks the end of the road for the even-more-entertaining Elantra GT N Line. Along with a more powerful engine making 201 horsepower, this variant offers a slick-shifting six-speed manual transmission. In a nutshell, it’s a cheaper, and arguably just-as-fun-to-drive Volkswagen GTI alternative. Those looking for spirited performance may want to consider the upcoming Elantra N Line sedan, which looks promising based on early teaser photos. And let’s not forget about the raucous, three-door Hyundai Veloster N, which delivers a standard 275 horsepower for the new model year.

Also ensuring this news stings? We were hoping that the Elantra GT would receive the same upscale treatments as the recently updated i30 hatchback for Europe. This refreshed sister model to the U.S. car features attractively slim headlights and an assertive grille, plus more up-to-date interior tech. But instead of getting some much-needed TLC, the Elantra GT joins the Ford Focus ST, Volkswagen Golf R, and many other delectable hatches in the grave. We will continue to mourn these fine cars felled by taller, less fun, but apparently more popular crossovers and SUVs.

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2020 Volkswagen Golf Interior, Release Date, Price, Exterior

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2020 Volkswagen Golf Interior, Release Date, Price, Exterior

2020 Volkswagen Golf Interior, Release Date, Price, Exterior – All fans of 2020 Volkswagen Golf are positively shocked with two new ideas introduced on the Wörthersee collecting. The well known “Wörthersee Treffen” organised due to the fact 1981, and Volkswagen has a superior function right here. This car getting together with delivers together with each other more than 20,000 people today every single year.

2020 Volkswagen Golf Exterior

Seemingly, VW seems there is a marketplace for an in-among model, so it’s rendering it a long-lasting thing. The GTI Cup is not a limited model and can boast a variety of exterior enhancements as well. Some of some examples are an excessive aero system, reduced drive level, fatter wheels, bigger braking system, and a differential lock. 2020 Volkswagen Golf itself requires procedure and direct exposure if you want to meet up with, also to their Volkswagen advertising and marketing and advertising. The privileged make a difference about Volkswagen GTI is the reality that ventures available an incredible advancement in each new time. The full appearance of the motor vehicle is continually revamped with regards to making the most beautiful motor vehicle that offers the same durability.

2020 Volkswagen Golf Exterior

2020 Volkswagen Golf Interior

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2020 Volkswagen Golf Interior

2020 Volkswagen Golf Engine

This year, Volkswagen has revealed two GTI concept models so far. The very first model is a hybrid version and is called Golf GTI Very first Ten years. This variation is driven by a 2.0-litre turbocharged 4-cylinder gasoline engine paired with an electric motor. This fuel engine has 402 hp. The 48V electric motor generates up to 16 hp, and it is placed on the rear axle. So, this 2020 Volkswagen Golf hybrid might make the front side tire push or optionally in the AWD model. Also, on short distances, it may be a “pure” electric vehicle. Two battery packs run the electric motor installed on the rear axle. These power packs are compounded by regenerative braking.

2020 Volkswagen Golf Engine

2020 Volkswagen Golf Release Date And Price

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This Just In: Volkswagen’s Guide to Choosing the Right Engine

Each of Volkswagen’s midsize SUVs, the 2021 Atlas and Atlas Cross Sport, come with a choice of two engines—a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder or the 3.6-liter VR6. To help buyers choose the right engine option for their needs, Volkswagen offers up this explanation of torque vs. horsepower. While the stats are relative to VW engines specifically, it is a helpful comparison that can apply to any brand that offers 4-cylinder turbo power as an option to larger displacement 6 and 8-cylinder engines:

Put simply: Torque is a measure of energy, and horsepower is the rate at which an engine can produce energy. You feel torque when you accelerate from a stop; you feel horsepower when you’re building speed on a highway. And to illustrate the relationship between the two, consider the two engines available in the 2021 Volkswagen Atlas and 2020 Atlas Cross Sport. Both engines feature modern, efficient gasoline combustion technology—a double-overhead camshaft connected to four valves per cylinder, with variable valve timing and fuel directly injected into the combustion chambers. Each is relatively compact and lightweight; the cast-iron block of the four-cylinder weighs just 72 lbs. And both feature stop/start technology to help with fuel efficiency. The results: The four-cylinder turbo makes 235 horsepower and 258 lb.-ft. of torque (achieved with premium fuel). The 3.6-liter VR6 makes 276 horsepower and 266 lb.-ft. of torque.

In a bigger-is-better world, the 2.0-liter four-cylinder might seem small for a seven-seat SUV like the 2021 Atlas. Over the past several years, turbocharged four-cylinder engines have been showing up in pickups and larger vehicles for better fuel economy compared to larger engines—along with some complaints about turbo lag and engine strain at higher loads. The EA888, a version of the engine in the Volkswagen Golf GTI and Golf R, neatly avoids those issues with a quick-spooling turbocharger. But it’s the difference in how each engine delivers its torque that plays an essential role in the character of the SUV it’s in—and what its owners really need it for. Thanks to its design, the 2.0-liter hits its maximum 258 lb.-ft. of torque at 1,600 rpm and holds it steady through 4,500 rpm. If you’ve ever heard the phrase “flat torque curve,” that’s the definition of one. In action, it means that the 2.0-liter can deliver a steady flow of maximum energy in a wide band of driving needs—from pulling away at a stop sign to merging on a highway. For many buyers, the drivability and lower fuel consumption of the 2-liter turbo engine make it the right choice. Why then offer the VR6? Some buyers will still want that extra dose of power, and the VR6 makes for a more capable towing package. 2021 Atlas or 2020 Atlas Cross Sport VR6 models can tow up to 5,000 lbs. when properly equipped from the factory, compared with 2,000 lbs. for the four-cylinder models. Whether you need to tow a trailer or just haul your family, the Atlas family has the right engine for that.

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East Asian Carmakers are building luxury cars to rival BMW and Mercedes Benz

As the coronavirus pandemic continues to ravage Europe and the United States, leading to the shut downs of BMW’s factories around Europe accounting for slightly more than 1.2 million cars for the group and Daimler maker of Mercedes-Benz stopping all production in Europe for at least two weeks with interrupted global supply chains, East Asian carmakers from China, South Korea and Japan are putting out luxury cars to rival their continental luxury car counterparts.

For a long time, Asian automotive manufacturers competed on pricing as continental carmakers out-designed and out-innovated their East-Asian counterparts on superior design, driver comfort and sheer luxuriousness but with declines in global car sales likely to be worse than expected and coupled with rising concerns that the greatest recession ever seen since the Great Depression is on the horizon, three Asian carmakers in particular, are putting out ultra-competitive luxury cars in terms of both pricing and aesthetics.

Hongqi S9 Hypercar

East Asian Carmakers are building luxury cars to rival BMW, Mercedes Benz and Porsche

Allegorically speaking, this development is hardly surprising. Apple iPhones began as the dominant smartphone during the early days of touchscreen devices, but as Korean makers of android smartphones like Samsung and China’s Huawei caught up in terms of design (and today, even pricing), Samsung became the leader of the global smartphone market with 21.8% share and 298.1 million units; followed by Huawei with 17.6%, and Apple with 14.5%. It stands to reason that as these East Asian carmakers continue to improve and refine their offerings, it is just a matter of time before they’re competing with the likes of BMW, Mercedes Benz and Audi on equal footing.

Introducing: 2021 Genesis G80 from South Korea

Featuring a massive, aesthetically regal, crest-shaped grille, the Genesis G80 with its long, seamless sloping roofline and sleek styling would easily look like anything the flagship car models from Bentley, BMW or Benz marques but instead, it hails from South Korea. The 2021 Genesis G80 is the third generation of that range.

Originally badged Hyundai Genesis in 2008 until Genesis was spun off as a separate luxury carmaking entity in 2017. Genesis Motor LLC counts the talents of Luc Donckerwolke, former design director of Volkswagen subsidiaries Bentley, Lamborghini and Audi; Filippo Perini, former Lamborghini head of design; and Peter Schreyer, formerly principal designer of the VW Golf, New Beetle, and the Audi TT among their designers which counts for why this Asian luxury sedan looks like a competitive counterpart to its continental brethren.

It’s not just the exterior of the 2021 Genesis G80 which screams European sophistication, its interior is a match as well. Sumptuous wood accents, a gorgeous if barely perceptible air-conditioning vent around the cabin, and an expansive high definition 14.5-inch infotainment screen. Innovative acoustic glass, all improved door seals, and special engine-compartment muffling also make a ride in the new Genesis G80 comparable to its upscale European competitors.

A 3.5-litre turbo V6 rated at 375 horsepower accompanied with driver assistance software like blind-spot collision avoidance assist, forward-collision avoidance assist and automated remote parking render any potential selling arguments for looking at a European marque (other than for reasons of brand prestige pointless).

Introducing: 2020 Hongqi H9 from China

“It is the meanest, baddest-looking son of a bitch the world has seen.” – Jeremy Clarkson, referring to the Honqi L5 for The Times.

红旗 or Hongqi, meaning “red flag”, was launched in 1958, making it the oldest Chinese passenger car marque. Owned by the automaker FAW Car Company, Hongqi was designated as the premier car available only to high-ranking government officials. Since its revival in the mid 1990s, Hongqi has gone from strength to strength, used by then Chinese President Hu Jintao, predecessor of Xi Jinping during the celebrations of the 60th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China and then later on its high profile appearance on Jeremy Clarkson’s Grand Tour in 2019 where he called it “China’s answer to the Bentley” and in a review for the UK’s The Times, he compared it to a Rolls-Royce.

Designed to compete with the Mercedes S-class and the BMW seven series, the 2020 Hongqi H9 was the combined work of Rolls-Royce ex-designer Giles Taylor and veteran stylist Dinh Yanfeng. Unlike the G80 from South Korea, the design cues of the new Hongqi H9 is recognisable: China is the biggest market for the Mercedes-Mayback and the H9 is a direct, if literal, competitor to that model.

As with current luxury car trends, an intimidating radiator grille with a contiguous stream of the headlights creates a magnificent countenance with immense swagger for the Hongqi H9. They went all out with this, featuring retractable door handles, the stance and body shape of the H9 looks like the designers cross-bred a Rolls-Royce Dawn with a Bentley Mulsanne.

Luxurious refinement abounds throughout the vehicle. Inside, splendid leather and wood cabin provides a framed backdrop to the inset instrument panel while the display in the center console controls the functions of the car. On the wheel are touch keys and the start button of the motor arms is between the climate control.

Introducing: 2020 GR Supra from Japan

For a while, Japanese sports cars appeared to lag behind their Euro-counterparts n terms of styling. Possessed of 1990s aesthetics, the new 2020 GR Supra developed by Toyota Gazoo Racingget gets a 21st Century rebirth. Unlike the Nissan GT-R: a four-wheel drive masterpiece, and aluminium-bodied, mid-engined V6 Honda NSX before it, the Toyota GR Supra might be a phoenix rising but it still remains faithful to its 40-year formula with supercharged specs and aesthetics.

Featuring a straight-6 turbocharged engine, the Supra pumps out an incredible 500Nm of torque and has a staggering 0-100km/h time of 4.3 seconds. And with its perfectly balanced 50:50 front and rear weight distribution and a lightweight yet highly rigid chassis, it can be considered an engineering marvel. That said, critics decried the Japanese automaker for its BMW-sourced platform and drivetrain but I’m going to say it – a good sportscar shouldn’t just drive like one – what separated Japanese sports cars from their Porsche and Aston Martin euro-counterparts is epic styling and the 2020 GR Supra looks every inch the part.

While the Cayman is a mid-engined, flat-four from an obviously more premium marque, their technical specifications on paper put them head to head: the GR Supra puts out 335 horses to the Porsche 718 Cayman’s 345 for a fraction of the cost of it’s European competition. Aesthetically, it’s attractive, distinct and doesn’t look like a typical Japanese sportscar thanks to design cues from Formula 1 racers. With perfect 50:50 weight distribution and a low center of gravity for sharp handling, Supra completes its 100 kmh sprint in 4.1 seconds with explosive torque as you hit the accelerator, accompanied by an exhaust “soundtrack” comparable to continental supercars and its signature crackles and pops.

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