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Volkswagen MK7 Golf R Coming Soon........
Volkswagen R GMBH, the division of Volkswagen responsible for all R-Line and “R” models is teasing this image of the new seventh generation Golf R. Set to debut at the Frankfurt Auto Show next month, the Golf 7 R model looks (according to the teaser image from GMBH) to feature 300hp based on the new EA888 2.0TFSI motor found in the Audi S3.
The version of the 2.0 TFSI in the new Golf R should be identical to the S3 engine which features pistons with stronger bolts and new rings plus reinforced connecting rods with new mounts to transfer power to the crankshaft. The crankcase has been reinforced at the main bearing seats and the main bearing cover as well. The cylinder head is made of a new lightweight aluminum-silicon alloy for additional high strength and temperature resistance.
Despite its complexity and the high performance, the new 2.0 TFSI weighs just 148 kilograms (326.28 lb) – more than five kilograms (11.02 lb) less than the previous engine.
The latest generation of proactive Haldex AWD coupling will get all that power to the ground. We also expect this generation of Golf R to be roughly 120 lbs. lighter than the last generation Golf VI R. Throw in the new Golf 7 GTI’s already outstanding handling and steering and the new Golf R should be the best R model yet.
Following yesterday's teaser, Volkswagen has revealed the 2014 Golf R which will receive its public debut in Frankfurt next month at IAA.
The range-topping Golf is powered by the familiar 4-cylinder, 2.0-liter turbocharged mill which has been tweaked to provide 300 HP (221 kW), making it 30 HP (22 kW) more powerful than its predecessor. The power is delivered between 5,500 rpm and 6,200 rpm, while peak torque has gone up by 30 Nm (22 lb-ft) to 380 Nm (280 lb-ft) between 1,800 rpm and 5,500 rpm.
Improvements over the 230 HP (169 kW) GTI’s engine include new cylinder heads, exhaust valves, valve seats and springs, turbocharger, high-pressure injection valves and pistons. Power is delivered to a permanent all-wheel drive 4MOTION system with fifth-gen Haldex coupling through a six-speed manual gearbox which enables the Golf R to reach 62 mph (100 km/h) in 5.1 seconds or in 4.9 seconds when mated to the optional six-speed DSG. Regardless of transmission choice, Volkswagen has limited the top speed to 155 mph (250 km/h).
The 2014 Volkswagen Golf R consumes 7.1 liters / 100 km (33.1 mpg US or 39.7 mpg UK) and has CO2 emission of 165 g/km with the manual, while the DSG-equipped version has a fuel consumption of 6.9 liters / 100 km (34 mpg US or 40.9 mpg UK) with emissions standing at 159 g/km.
In comparison to the Golf GTI, the R version is 5mm lower and rides on 18-inch alloy wheels (19-inch optionally available). The car benefits from a MacPherson front suspension and an improved multi-link rear arrangement to provide better handling and stability.
The latest Golf R gets a more aggressive body kit with revised bumpers, side skirts, rear diffuser, smoked LED taillights and a chromed quad exhaust arrangement. Volkswagen is offering the model with standard bi-xenon headlights with newly developed built-in daytime running lights.
Moving inside there are sport seats covered in a combination of cloth and Alcantara with carbon-like leather. The new speedometer goes all the way up to 320 km/h, while the infotainment system is available with a 5-, 5.8- or an 8-inch display.
The 2014 Volkswagen Golf R will be available with two or four doors and is scheduled to go on sale in Germany in the fourth quarter of the year from a starting price of 38,325 EUR.
The version of the 2.0 TFSI in the new Golf R should be identical to the S3 engine which features pistons with stronger bolts and new rings plus reinforced connecting rods with new mounts to transfer power to the crankshaft. The crankcase has been reinforced at the main bearing seats and the main bearing cover as well. The cylinder head is made of a new lightweight aluminum-silicon alloy for additional high strength and temperature resistance.
Despite its complexity and the high performance, the new 2.0 TFSI weighs just 148 kilograms (326.28 lb) – more than five kilograms (11.02 lb) less than the previous engine.
The latest generation of proactive Haldex AWD coupling will get all that power to the ground. We also expect this generation of Golf R to be roughly 120 lbs. lighter than the last generation Golf VI R. Throw in the new Golf 7 GTI’s already outstanding handling and steering and the new Golf R should be the best R model yet.
Following yesterday's teaser, Volkswagen has revealed the 2014 Golf R which will receive its public debut in Frankfurt next month at IAA.
The range-topping Golf is powered by the familiar 4-cylinder, 2.0-liter turbocharged mill which has been tweaked to provide 300 HP (221 kW), making it 30 HP (22 kW) more powerful than its predecessor. The power is delivered between 5,500 rpm and 6,200 rpm, while peak torque has gone up by 30 Nm (22 lb-ft) to 380 Nm (280 lb-ft) between 1,800 rpm and 5,500 rpm.
Improvements over the 230 HP (169 kW) GTI’s engine include new cylinder heads, exhaust valves, valve seats and springs, turbocharger, high-pressure injection valves and pistons. Power is delivered to a permanent all-wheel drive 4MOTION system with fifth-gen Haldex coupling through a six-speed manual gearbox which enables the Golf R to reach 62 mph (100 km/h) in 5.1 seconds or in 4.9 seconds when mated to the optional six-speed DSG. Regardless of transmission choice, Volkswagen has limited the top speed to 155 mph (250 km/h).
The 2014 Volkswagen Golf R consumes 7.1 liters / 100 km (33.1 mpg US or 39.7 mpg UK) and has CO2 emission of 165 g/km with the manual, while the DSG-equipped version has a fuel consumption of 6.9 liters / 100 km (34 mpg US or 40.9 mpg UK) with emissions standing at 159 g/km.
In comparison to the Golf GTI, the R version is 5mm lower and rides on 18-inch alloy wheels (19-inch optionally available). The car benefits from a MacPherson front suspension and an improved multi-link rear arrangement to provide better handling and stability.
The latest Golf R gets a more aggressive body kit with revised bumpers, side skirts, rear diffuser, smoked LED taillights and a chromed quad exhaust arrangement. Volkswagen is offering the model with standard bi-xenon headlights with newly developed built-in daytime running lights.
Moving inside there are sport seats covered in a combination of cloth and Alcantara with carbon-like leather. The new speedometer goes all the way up to 320 km/h, while the infotainment system is available with a 5-, 5.8- or an 8-inch display.
The 2014 Volkswagen Golf R will be available with two or four doors and is scheduled to go on sale in Germany in the fourth quarter of the year from a starting price of 38,325 EUR.
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