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VW unveils latest version of legendary compact sports car
Published in The Saudi Gazette on 16 - 03 - 2013

Volkswagen has unveiled the new Golf GTI at the recent Geneva International Motor Show. The latest version of the legendary compact sports car, which has been revered by motoring enthusiasts for over three decades, is powered by a turbocharged petrol, direct-injection engine (TSI) with 162 kW / 220 PS coming as standard and accelerates to 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds, reaching a top speed of 246 km/h.
As a classic with cult status, the Golf GTI systematically combines sportiness and driving fun, with the strengths of the Golf, into a unique concept of compact sport hatchback. The 6-speed DSG automatic gearbox helps to reach DIN fuel consumption value of 6.0L/100 km; meaning that the new Golf GTI offers an 18 percent improvement in fuel economy compared to the previous model.
Thomas Milz, Managing Director, Volkswagen Middle East, said: “The new Golf GTI is sportier than ever and one of the most eagerly anticipated new models for 2013. This model represents pure dynamics with all of the everyday utility qualities of the Golf, the seventh generation of which was launched in the Middle East in January. We are very excited to bring this even more dynamic Volkswagen icon to our region.
“The GTI has long been a favorite amongst automotive aficionados across the Middle East and last year accounted for 60 percent of all Golf model sales in the AGCC. The new GTI model is due to arrive in the Middle East during Q3 of this year and together with the new Golf, we are looking forward to introducing these spectacular new offerings to our customers.”
The sporty character of the Golf GTI is reflected in its traditional red-painted brake calipers, two chrome tailpipes and a sport suspension. The exterior of the compact sports car also scores with 17-inch “Brooklyn” GTI wheels and 225/45 size tires, special side sills, a diffuser and smoked LED rear lights (including LED license plate illumination).
Visual highlights in the interior are top sport seats in tartan pattern (Clark), a black roofliner and red ambience lighting. The car also offers sporty GTI features such as a sport steering wheel, GTI gear shift grip and instrument cluster, special trim strips and stainless steel pedals and foot support.
The new Golf GTI is powered with four-cylinder front transverse TSI (turbocharged direct petrol injection) engine, with a displacement of 1,984 cc. — SG


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