Volkswagen Polo R

Volkswagen Polo R:

Posted on 10.13.2012 12:00 by Justin Cupler Filed under: Volkswagen | Europe | compact cars | UK | Geneva Motor Show | hatchback | Volkswagen Polo | economy cars | future cars | Cars | Car Reviews | Volkswagen

Volkswagen’s compact hatchback positioned right between the Up! and the Golf – the Polo – is all set to put on its big-boy pants. That’s right; VW is giving the Polo the “R” treatment. No, we’re not talking about the “R-Line” treatment, which is little more than some aesthetic changes. We mean the balls-to-the-wall high-performance “R” treatment, much like what the Golf is getting.
The details on this model are not yet complete, but we do know that it will borrow the 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine from the outgoing GTI mk6. VW will then punch up its horsepower to the 225-pony range and ship it to the front wheels – no AWD option. According to reports, the Polo R will bolt to 60 mph in just over 6 seconds and give it a 150 mph top speed, making it extremely quick for its class. Sure, the Focus ST will smoke it, but it’s a step under the Focus’ class.

VW Golf GTI concept hits Paris

VW Golf GTI concept hits Paris:
 

Alongside the new Volkswagen Golf being showcased at the 2012 Paris Motor Show is its hot GTI version although in concept form. The production ready seventh generation VW Golf GTI will go on sale in early 2013 in Europe.