The latest spy shots reveal a new look and advanced chassis for the Mk VII Volkswagen Golf
Here you can see the pictures that prove the Volkswagen Golf remains on target for a 2012 launch. Auto Express’s spies have caught driving-off in Germany.
Testing near VW’s Wolfsburg HQ, this mule is the first seen since mid-2010. According to some sources, the car’s platform has been completely redesigned. Beside this. the wheelbase of the car has been lengthened, and a new platform architecture, dubbed “MQB” introduced. This new arrangement is far more versatile than the previous chassis, used by the Mk VI Golf.
Comparing it with rivals like the Ford Focus and RenaultMegane, the new VW Golf will have a larger boot and is promising more legroom in the rear.
Keep in mind that since we last saw it there are new engines and high tech options too. A wide range of TSI supercharged and turbocharged editions will be available, including a flagship 300bhp 2.0-litre unit, and an efficient 1.2-litre 65bhp engine capable of returning 60mpg.
It seems that Volkwagen also plans a 100mpg plug-in hybrid, as well as an all-electric version, called the e_Bluemotion.
Diesel engines will include 1.6 and 2.0-litre TDI offerings. As standard, entry-level cars will drive the front wheels through a six speed manual gearbox, while flagship machines are tipped to offer the firm’s seven-speed DSG semi automatic gearbox. Four wheel drive will be available on the most powerful cars.
Beside all these, the new VW Golf promises class leading technology too. If you look closey at our shots, you will see a third lense in the centre of the front bumper. This new “eye” will offer drivers automatic speed limit warnings, plus link to the car’s new “lane keep” driver assistance systems.
On the inside, an advanced trip computuer is also expected to offer web access, as well as the very latest satellite navigation and phone connectivity systems.
According to Auto Express reports, the new Golf is primed to appear at the Geneva Motor show in March 2012, before going on sale in October that year and the prices will be announced closer to the car’s launch.
Source: Autoexpress
