MK5 Golf GTI
All Things Mk5 => Mk5 General Area => Topic started by: clive_gti on February 09, 2009, 08:01:50 pm
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Check it out:
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/news/autoexpressnews/233923/ultimate_golfs_ready_to_turn_up_the_heat.html
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The ultimate Golf is here! And this time, the flagship hot hatchback has more power and an all-new badge to boot.
The replacement for the R32 is being referred to within VW as the R-Series Turbo, but it’s likely to be called the R20T, hinting at its engine capacity. And our exclusive pictures show how the most powerful Golf ever will look when it eclipses the GTI at the top of the range.
VW is ditching the R32 name, along with the 3.2-litre V6 that’s powered the previous two cars, Auto Express has learned. In its place will be a tuned version of the GTI’s four-cylinder 2.0-litre turbocharged engine.
A bigger turbo, as well as tweaks to the ECU, will ensure the car has a power output of around 270bhp – that’s more than 20bhp above the outgoing V6. What’s more, as the unit is lighter, the R20T should weigh roughly the same as the GTI.
But with all that extra power on tap, it will deliver scintillating pace, with the 0-60mph sprint arriving in about five seconds. That’s a full second-and-a-half quicker than the MkV R32, and only a few tenths shy of BMW’s V8-engined M3. Top speed will be limited to 155mph.
The same engine will power an R20T version of the Scirocco. This was previewed by the Studie R concept at Italy’s Bologna Motor Show last year.
Although a VW spokesman refused to confirm whether the Golf would be driven by the front or all four wheels, the latter is more likely – as on the heavier and thirstier R32. This will help to put all that power on to the tarmac, as well as provide high levels of grip.
The engine will channel its power through a choice of a six-speed manual gearbox or VW’s DSG dual-clutch set-up. And as the unit is smaller and lighter, the R20T will offer significant improvements in fuel economy and emit less CO2 than the car it replaces.
VW’s designers have taken the understated looks of the R32 to the next level. A deep front spoiler with integrated LED headlights – a styling cue borrowed from sister company Audi – takes inspiration from the Concept BlueSport seen at January’s Detroit exhibition, while flared wheelarches, wider tyres and lowered suspension provide further clues to its potential.
At the rear, in true R-series style, twin pipes exit close to the centre-line of the car. Plus, a ‘sound-optimised’ exhaust system should ensure the R20T delivers noise to match its looks. A roof spoiler and underbody diffuser both help to increase downforce and keep the car planted at high speeds, too.
Reports suggest that the R20T will make its public debut at the Nürburgring 24-hour race in Germany in May, before going on sale in UK showrooms early next year. Prices will start from around £25,000 for the three-door, with the five-door costing £2,000 more – pitching the VW head-to-head with the Ford Focus RS and Subaru Impreza STi.
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I've been saying this since I went to Berlin in October to drive the MK6. VW will 'never' put a V6 into a Golf again!
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Looks good, why do you say that Nath?
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I will be camping outside my local VW showroom the night before this is available to order. I have already started saving :grin:
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Ooh :jumpmove: :jumpmove: I like very much Can't wait to order it :happy2:
Toast
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Looks good, why do you say that Nath?
Two words mate 'The environment'
I think as the years go by V6 engined Golf's will start to appreciate quicker than the 4 pots!
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Looks like ive found my next car :laugh: :laugh:
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The Mk6 looks are growing on me but the MkV was the first GTI I'd wanted since the MkI. The MkVI doesn't do enough to change that yet.
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it doesn't mention whether its all wheel drive, or i might of missed it can anyone confirm that it will be yet, or iam i just hoping to much.
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftomashandmilly%2FDaft_stuff%2Fbiddend.gif&hash=1dd1185c6b80e29c9ec2cc4c6c7f3eb5fbcc240c)(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftomashandmilly%2FDaft_stuff%2Fbiddend.gif&hash=1dd1185c6b80e29c9ec2cc4c6c7f3eb5fbcc240c)(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Ftomashandmilly%2FDaft_stuff%2Fbiddend.gif&hash=1dd1185c6b80e29c9ec2cc4c6c7f3eb5fbcc240c)
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I like the aggressive looks, looks like VW are stepping up to the mark to challenge the looks of the focus RS (in a slightly more refined/less chav VW way)
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R20T oooooozes 'sexy time' :love:
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looks nice but would need to see it in the flesh before i make my mind up :smiley:
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i think thats my next car. in that colour. id ditch those gash wheels though.
there on the v10 r8 too! ergh!! they look like snowflakes after a rough night out!!!
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should be released in time for the pod this time next year :party:
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i would think they'd do well for that! i hope so tho! ;)
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looks nice but would need to see it in the flesh before i make my mind up :smiley:
x 2 :happy2:
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looks nice but would need to see it in the flesh before i make my mind up :smiley:
x 2 :happy2:
Knowing the Sun Autoexpress theyv'e got it wrong anyway :signLOL:
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Hope it becomes a reality :drool:
Don't like the peashooter exhaust though :sick:
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Hope it becomes a reality :drool:
Likewise, I'll wait 'til I see VW confirm it.
But if it is true, I think I may have found my next car. :driver:
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Its not a GTI though .. :wink:
Get ready for the first years road tax being £1k on that !
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could be a tough call for wigit which r20 does he go for
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So a four wheel drive ED30 then? :grin: Lovely looking car.. 8)
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Bye-bye RS! I like it.
2.0TFSi is lighter, torquier and cleaner (ergo cheaper to tax) - it's just that soundtrack that will be sorely missed.
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SOLD!! Actually as long as they do it in CW, fingers crossed!!
Awesome looking car
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MY GOD!
I need this! As with lots of others, the Pirelli will def be going for this or the Scirrocco R! Need to see the two in the flesh but its 1 of the 2! It looks incredible!
Though i agree the wheels are hideous! They'd be gone from day 1!
All i need now is a job so i can start saving!
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Blatant photoshop! Wheels lifted straight from the R8 V10!
Im off to the Geneva motorshow in march so I'll report back if its actually there !
Edit : I've just noticed that the source is Autoexpress........................... :indifferent: :indifferent: :indifferent: :indifferent: There is likely to be no truth in any of that text/imagery!