VOLKSWAGEN PREMIERES AT GENEVA MOTOR SHOW
2010-02-20 14:31:05 Author: admin Source:
Volkswagen will be revealing two of its star-studded line-ups; the VW CrossPolo (above left) and Polo GTi (above right), at the upcoming Geneva International Motor Show from 2 - 14 March.
The next generation of the CrossPolo is a clever compact in rugged all-terrain look and appeal. Also on the horizon, is the Polo GTI, a powerful 132 kW / 180 PS vehicle with superior handling properties that unite uncompromising engine dynamics and a maximum of safety.
The CrossPolo completes the series as a fourth model. With its refreshingly cheeky design, unique world of colors and features, and a higher ride height (15 millimetres), the five-door is one of the most unconventional vehicles in its class.
This all-rounder is powered by extremely fuel-efficient engines with a power range from 51 kW / 70 PS to 77 kW / 105 PS. Buyers can choose from three petrol and three common rail TDI engines. Three of the six engines can be ordered with a 7-speed DSG, like the one used on vehicles such as the Polo GTI.
The turbocharged direct-injection petrol engine version accelerates the CrossPolo to 100 km/h in 9.9 seconds, reaches a respectable top speed of 188 km/h, yet has a combined fuel consumption of just 5.5 litres of fuel (equivalent to 128 g/km CO2) in conjunction with the standard 6-speed gearbox or the optional automatic 7-speed Direct Shift Gear (DSG).
Its front exterior definition comprise of individually styled front apron – in anthracite colour - with integrated front fog lights and large air inlet at the centre. It gets a black honeycomb insert bordered by fine chrome trim. Towards its lower edge, the bumper finishes with a section in light silver with the visual appearance of underbody protection. Additionally, the upper radiator grille are integrated with its chrome inlay and the VW logo as well as the dual headlights with standard daytime running lights.
The side profile of the CrossPolo also shows very tough qualities such as; sporty black wheelarch extensions and coordinated body sills set the styling. The latter continue visually into the lower door area. In off-road driving and in the jungle of metropolitan parking spaces, these rugged plastic guards protect the car from damage. Fitting the character of the CrossPolo are the 17-inch alloy wheels in 5-spoke design with size 215/40 tyres.
Another unmistakable characteristic of the CrossPolo is the silver anodized roof rails. They can be used to mount roof boxes and carrier systems with a weight of up to 75 kilograms. Color coordinated with the roof railing, like on the previous model: the door mirrors that are always painted in silver.
At the rear, the CrossPolo continues the rugged all-terrain look in the bumper, whose lower section is also designed in a black, rugged plastic. At its centre, a separate section painted in silver catches the eye that is styled to look like a diffuser.
Six exterior colors accentuate the powerful style of the CrossPolo; offered exclusively on the new Volkswagen are the colours “Magma Orange“ and “Terra Beige Metallic”.
The high-end interior of the CrossPolo consists primarily of the two-tone fabrics of the sport seats, the rear bench and the door trim that create a friendly and youthful ambiance. Up to four different color trims are available, depending on the exterior colour.
Throughout the cockpit materials are friendly to the touch. The steering wheel has a fine perforated leather cover with its spokes produced from a brushed chrome application. The seams of the steering wheel cover and the leather-trimmed parking brake handle are given the color of the interior trim.
Its other ample array of standard equipment and features include; height-adjustable sport seats, an asymmetrically split rear bench and backrest, pockets on the backs of the front seats and sliding drawers under them, leather-trimmed steering wheel, centre armrest in front (with storage compartment), pedal caps in aluminium look and chrome on various switches and components. Also standard; electric adjustable and heated door mirrors, electric window lifts all around, illuminated make-up mirrors in the sun visors, multi-function display (MFA) including tyre pressure monitoring (tyre pressure monitoring system, TPMS) and central locking with RF remote control.
The CrossPolo will arrive at Volkswagen dealers and first customers at the end of May. Right afterwards, the market launch will continue across Europe and in Japan.
Next up is the VW's Polo GTi powered by a new 1.4-litre TSI with petrol direct injection plus turbo- and supercharging. In an effort of downsizing, VW has made the car more efficient overall where power is transferred to the front wheels via a 7-speed DSG, which is standard equipment. An electronic transverse differential lock (XDS) reduces the tendency to understeer and especially improves handling in quick driving through curves.
Equipped in this way, the Polo GTI – available in a three-door and a five-door version – is extremely agile and super efficient underway. Weighing 1,194 kg, the Polo GTI accelerates to 100 km/h in just 6.9 seconds and reaches a top speed of 229 km/h.
At the same time, it is the most fuel efficient and lowest emitting GTI of all times with its combined fuel consumption at just 5.9 litres per 100 kilometres.
Its direct predecessor – also equipped with a 180 PS 1.8-litre turbo engine - consumed 7.9 litres per 100 kilometres (equivalent to 188 g/km CO2). This means that the new car is 25 percent more fuel efficient.
The GTI is also the first Polo to be available with bi-xenon headlights including cornering light, LED daytime running light and corner marker light as well as a panoramic tilt/slide sunroof.
Aside from these astonishing VW models, do tuned it for a complete Volkswagen line-ups at the Geneva Motor Show, 2 - 14 March.
