VW Golf Variant: Revealed!

Friday, May 22, 2009

VW has offically taken the wraps off the new VW Golf Variant. Have a look!

The engine lineup is adopted directly from the regular Golf hatchback, which means four different petrol engines will be available with outputs of 80hp (60kW), 100hp (75kW), 122hp (90kW) and 160hp (118kW), respectively. The most potent unit utilizes VW’s TSI design with both a turbo and supercharger present. Fuel economy for the base engine is rated at 36.75mpg (6.4L/100km), while the more powerful 1.4L TSI unit with 160hp is rated at a more economical 37.33mpg (6.3L/100km).

Diesel fans will be treated with several engine options, including two 2.0L units at launch developing 110hp (81kW) and 140hp (103kW) respectively. Fuel economy for the 110hp entry-level diesel is rated at 52mpg (4.5L/100km), while the more powerful 140hp unit is rated at 48mpg (4.9L/100km).

In front, the new Golf Estate can be recognized by its unique bumper, radiator grille and engine hood styling, plus its modified fenders and headlights. The rear, on the other hand, has a new hatch as well as unique tail-lamps and exhaust assembly.