Thursday, August 1, 2013
New engines for Volkswagen Golf
Powerful and economical new engines are on the way for the Volkswagen Golf from the end of April.
The innovative 1.4-litre TSI engine uses a combination of turbocharging and supercharging. It is being offered in two states of tune - with either 138bhp or an impressive 168bhp.
A new 168bhp 2.0-litre turbodiesel is also being introduced. All engines will appear in other Volkswagen model ranges, and will appear in sister brands Audi, Seat and Skoda.
The 168bhp TSI engine gives the Golf a 0-62mph time of 7.9sec and a top speed of 137mph
Compared with a conventional engine offering the same output, the TSI powerplant is 20 per cent more efficient, with a combined fuel consumption of 38.2mpg for the 168bhp version.
The 168bhp diesel is a development of the existing 138bhp 2.0-litre TDI, which will continue to be offered. Its more than a second swifter to 62mph, with a time of 8.2sec, and 11mph faster overall at 137mph. Fuel consumption increases 4mpg to 35.8mpg.
Both of the newcomers will be available in GT trim, which is revamped to look more like a GTI hot hatch, with lowered suspension and twin exhaust pipes.
Prices start at £18,095 for the petrol and £19,095 for the diesel
