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2012 Volkswagen Beetle by ABT

Thursday, April 26th, 2012

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

Its predecessor was an evergreen, a mass-consumption vehicle, both in Germany and worldwide. The Beetle was dependable and robust, it looked nice and was very distinct. Incidentally, it was also a sportsman and film star, if you will, and this potential for a cult following is what characterises its successor as well, especially when tuned by ABT Sportsline.

The traditional company from the Allgäu has been involved in “breeding beetles“ for decades now. Way back, the basis was disrespectfully called “creepy-crawly”, but the new model is much improved over its predecessor: In the ABT Beetle, the 2 litre turbo engine’s 240 hp (176 kW) is the right thing for the fast lane. Compared with the standard model, this is an extra ABT POWER of 40 PS (29 kW) you can really feel – on whatever road and in whatever gear. And this extra power is what the 1965 Beetle had to show in all, mind you! So this new speedy car asserts itself wherever it goes. Don’t only think small – drive fast, too! The exhaust system includes two oval ABT rear mufflers. An ABT Beetle is an everyday athlete and makes driving a real pleasure. The design elements turn this unusual car into a cheeky and dynamic sports car before you have even started the engine.

The Beetle from Kempten is a car you can use every day but also a real grand-grandson of Herbie’s: The carbon-look deco set is both retro and modern. It highlights the car’s charming individuality. The headlight covers make it look more aggressive. Rear light covers and a license plate insert lend the rear end more originality. The front spoiler signals that this beautiful sports car will never get off the ground. To make the Beetle’s looks even more perfect, we recommend ABT wheels in their powerful DR or CR designs, which are fully in line with the Beetle’s silhouette and contours. These wheels are available from 18’’ to 20’’ and also in conjunction with the right sport tyres. This visual unit is completed by the ABT brake system, which you can tell by its black painted callipers bearing the ABT Logo. This turns the Beetle’s base into an eye-catcher, too. And ABT suspension springs make it corner even better. All these upgrades make the new Beetle a… well-rounded thing.

: 2012 Volkswagen Beetle

: 2012 Volkswagen Beetle

: 2012 Volkswagen Beetle by ABT

2012 Volkswagen Beetle by ABT

2012 Volkswagen Beetle

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2012 Volkswagen Passat Alltrack Price UK

Monday, March 19th, 2012

2012 Volkswagen Passat Alltrack

With its raised ride height, 4MOTION four-wheel drive and rugged body enhancements, the new Passat Alltrack has everything you need to venture off the beaten track; but customers need venture no further than their local Volkswagen Retailer to order one, ahead of the first cars arriving in showrooms in the UK on 28 May.

Based on the popular and versatile Passat Estate, the Passat Alltrack’s 4MOTION four-wheel drive and raised ride height give it greater agility off-road, while body enhancements provide some protection from scrapes when covering rough terrain. These features endow the Passat Alltrack with the practicality of an estate car and much of the versatility of a conventional SUV, while a high standard specification level adds more than a touch of luxury.

Just one trim level is available in the UK, with a choice of two drivetrains: a 2.0-litre TDI 140 PS with six-speed manual gearbox, priced at £28,475 (RRP OTR), and a 2.0-litre TDI 170 PS with six-speed DSG transmission, priced at £31,025. Standard equipment includes Alcantara upholstery, 2Zone electronic climate control, RNS 315 touchscreen satellite navigation, DAB radio, MDI iPod connectivity, Bluetooth telephone preparation, cruise control, front and rear parking sensors, tyre pressure monitoring system and 18-inch Canyon alloy wheels. A Driver Alert System that monitors the driver’s responses to raise awareness of fatigue is also standard, as is ESP (Electronic Stabilisation Programme).

Options include climate seats with massage function; High Beam Assist, which automatically controls dipping of the headlights; Side Scan Lane Change Assist, which monitors the vehicle’s blind spot; Lane Assist; ACC Adaptive Chassis Control; Automatic Distance Control with City Emergency Braking function; Park Assist (second generation); an interior ambient lighting pack; a rear-view camera; and an electrically deployed towbar.

The Passat Alltrack has a generous towing capacity of 2,000 kg (braked, 12 per cent incline), 200 kg more than an equivalent Passat Estate.

Volkswagen Passat Alltrack model line-up and pricing

Model Engine derivative CO2, g/km Combined mpg Price, £ RRP OTR
Passat Alltrack 2.0-litre TDI 140 PS 6 spd manual 150 49.6 28,475
Passat Alltrack 2.0-litre TDI 170 PS 6 spd DSG 155 47.9 31,025

: 2012 Volkswagen Passat Alltrack

: 2012 Volkswagen Passat Alltrack

: 2012 Volkswagen Passat Alltrack

2012 Volkswagen Passat Alltrack

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Volkswagen Polo is the number 1 supermini segment in Western Europe

Tuesday, February 28th, 2012

2012 Volkswagen Polo

Polo wins the pole position in the supermini segment

With 11 million cars sold up to now, the Volkswagen Polo has been benchmark in the supermini segment for 37 years. This track record has been carried forward in 2011: Throughout Europe, the compact Volkswagen is winning the pole position in the supermini segment, based on new registrations.

“After a very successful 2010, 2011 proved to be an outstanding year for the Polo once again. To be the number 1 in the supermini segment all across Europe demonstrates strikingly that the Polo is first choice for many customers. In Western Europe alone, more than 340,000 vehicles were sold,” says Xavier Chardon, Head of Sales Europe of the Volkswagen Passenger Cars Brand.

The Polo launched in 2009 was no less than the fifth generation of the supermini that Volkswagen has presented. Since the beginning in 1975, Volkswagen has continually advanced each Polo model, systematically geared to our customers’ expectations. The strengths of the latest Polo are its dynamic design, comprehensive safety equipment as well as its cutting-edge engine lineup. The Polo sets standards also in terms of quality, comfort and not least driving fun. In addition, Volkswagen has an extremely fuel-efficient yet affordable car in its portfolio with the Polo BlueMotion.

The fifth generation of the Polo has been awarded numerous international prizes. The compact best-seller has collected coveted awards such as the “World Car of the Year 2010,” “World Green Car of the Year,” “Goldenes Lenkrad” (Golden Steering Wheel), “Grünes Lenkrad” (Green Steering Wheel), “Auto der Vernunft” (Car of Reason), “Die besten Autos” (The Best Cars), “Auto Trophy” and “Red Dot Design Award.” Parallel to that, the latest Polo has won an impressive 22 out of 22 comparative tests both at home and abroad.

The international popularity of the Polo is reflected in the best-seller’s production as well. The Polo is currently produced at a total of seven locations in Europe, Africa, South America, China, India and Russia.