2013 Volkswagen Golf GTD Test Drive & Car Video Review
http:www.autobytel.com/volkswagen The Volkswagen GTD is one of the most fun and engaging cars you can drive. The diesel engine provides tons of torque while the DSG transmission is nearly perfect. This European only car is based on the GTI Hatchback except that instead of a 2.0 liter turbocharged engine, there is a TDI engine under the hood. The VW GTD combines the sportiness found in the GTI with the miserly fuel economy found in the Golf TDI. In Europe the Volkswagen GTD has a base price right under $40k and this little diesel hatchback could make its way to the U.S. as a 2014 MK7 model.
Say you are in the market for an economical car but you want it to look sporty, get good gas mileage, and be fun to drive; but the Toyota Prius just won't do. The Volkswagen GTD might be right up your alley. This car is essentially a diesel version of the GTI. Unfortunately we do not get this car here in the U.S. But if enough people write to Volkswagen, there is a good chance this car might show up in 2014 as a MK7 model.
Volkswagen has already made a big commitment to the U.S. market with diesels. There are a few different models with TDI engine options including the: Golf, Jetta, Passat, Beetle, and Touareg. Thanks to some minor intake, Exhaust, injector, and turbo modifications; the Volkswagen GTD makes 170 horsepower and 258 lb-ft. of torque. Just to put that into perspective: the GTI has 30 horsepower more but 51 lb-ft of torque less than the GTD. Although the GTI is a bit faster than the GTD, the latter is much more fuel efficient.
Since the GTD is not sold in American, we are testing a German Spec car. So the speedometer is in km/h and the radio stations do not work. But there is something fun and exciting about driving a vehicle you cannot get here. Behind the wheel the GTD looks just like the GTI with the flat bottom steering wheel, interior features, and DSG transmission. The diesel engine provides tons of torque and the driving dynamics are excellent. This car provides a lot of fun even though it's a diesel.
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2012 Volkswagen GTI DSG Test Dive & Car Video Review
http://www.autobytel.com/volkswagen/gti/2012/ The 2012 Volkswagen GTI is just about the most fun you can have in a car for around $25,000. A compact performance car is judged based on its engine. And the GTI has one of the best all-around 4-cylinder engines in the world. In fact this engine powers numerous Volkswagen and Audi vehicles. But the 2012 Volkswagen GTI is not just a car with a wonderful engine; the GTI is also a good looking car that is well balanced, and quite comfortable. In fact you can get the Volkswagen GTI in both a 2-door and 4-door hatchback body style. The base price is $23,995 with the top of the line Autobahn model costing $31,695.
The 2012 Volkswagen GTI is powered by a direct injection turbocharged 2.0 liter 4-cylinder engine that makes 200 horsepower and 207 lb-ft. of torque. While this may not seem like a ton of power, it is more than enough for the everyday driver. Power is transmitted through a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission to the front wheels. The automatic transmission is called the DSG which stands for Direct-Shift Gearbox. This double clutch electronically controlled transmission can execute a shift in mere milliseconds. This helps performance figures such as 0-60 MPH as well as adding to the fuel economy of the GTI. The manual transmission model gets 21 MPG in the city and 31 MPG on the highway while the DSG automatic transmission model gets 24 MPG in the city and 33 MPG on the highway.
On the inside of the 2012 Volkswagen GTI you have 2 choices when it comes to seating material. There are the cloth seats that are very unique and serve as a tribute to the first GTI from the 1970's. On the other hand you can get your GTI with top sports seats that are finished in leather and provide a comfortable yet firm feel. The rest of the interior of the 2012 Volkswagen GTI is accented here and there with awesome red stitching on the shift boot and steering wheel. Speaking of the steering wheel; this flat bottom unit has integrated controls for the stereo. The pedals are also very sporty and race inspired.
The GTI also features a ton of technology built in. On the outside the daytime LED running lights are a standard safety feature that not only looks great but also makes you more visible to oncoming traffic. Bluetooth comes standard on the GTI and you can upgrade to a touch-screen navigation unit. On the safety front the GTI sports 6 airbags, Electronic Stability Control, and an Intelligent Crash Response System. The attention to safety has resulted in the Volkswagen GTI being picked as a 2012 Top Safety Pick by the IIHS.
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2012 Volkswagen Golf R Test Drive & Car Video Review
http://www.autobytel.com/volkswagen/golf-r/2012/ If you are looking for a fun-to-drive compact car that features AWD and over 250 horsepower, the Golf R is a great choice. The R-Edition Golf is something very special and this model only represents the 3rd time in Volkswagen's history they have used the R status for one of their vehicles. The 2012 Volkswagen Golf R has a base price of $33,990.
The engine powering this cool hatchback is the same one found in the Audi TTS. Under the hood is a turbocharged 2.0 liter 4-cylinder engine that makes 256 horsepower and 243 lb-ft. of torque. The only transmission offered is a 6-speed manual. Fuel economy is not bad for such a high performance car at 19 MPG in the city and 27 MPG on the highway.
On the outside the Golf R looks great with its performance design and center exist Exhaust. The standard 18-inch alloy wheels look great along with the LED daytime running lights. On the inside the Golf R has ultra supportive sport seats wrapped in leather, a flat-bottom steering wheel, sporty pedals, and more.
Safety wise the 2013 Volkswagen Golf R comes standard with Electronic Stability Control, Anti-Lock Brakes, 6 air bags, and a crash response system. The Golf R is full of technological features and options. There is a touch screen sound system standard or you can upgrade to the navigation system. The Golf R also comes standard with Bluetooth.
A few drawbacks that consumers list on the Volkswagen GTi were that there was not enough power and there was no AWD system. Well Volkswagen has addressed both those problems with the new Golf R. This automobile is a rare vehicle as VW will only be making a few thousand models. If you are lucky enough to find one you cannot go wrong.
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2014 Chevy Corvette C7 Stingray Interview Video with Harlan Charles @ 2013 Detroit Auto Show
http://www.autobytel.com/auto-shows/united-states/detroit/ Road Test Editor Benjamin Hunting catches up with Harlan Charles, Corvette Product Manager, at the 2013 Detroit Auto Show for some excellent insights on the new C7 Stingray.
How did you balance the evolution of the design with what people come to expect to see in a Corvette?
"We really wanted to create an all new Corvette, every surface, everything people see was intended to be all new but also unmistakably Corvette. In the back of our minds we wanted to bring back the passion of the Stingray; some of the famous Corvettes like the 1959 Corvette racecar designed by Bill Mitchell, or the 1963 split-window. We wanted to bring back some of that passion but necessarily the same design cues. The goal was to create a new Corvette statement going forward that builds on the past but in an entirely new way. So one of the fine balances we did was incorporating a lot of racing technology which you can see in the car via the functional air vents and cooling outlets derived from the racecar while at the same time trying to make the car more sophisticated and upscale."
Are we going to see different variations of the Corvette that will allow you to take on higher end GT cars?
"Within the new Corvette Stingray line-up we have the Z-51 Performance Package to satisfy those who are looking for more track oriented performance, but then there will be different options at a higher luxury level that can be added on such as faux leather or suede headliner. We are going to have a lot of different ways that you can tailor the car to your needs whether it is more towards the performance end of the spectrum or the luxury GT end. What this will do is not only open the car up to the hard-core performance enthusiasts, but also to those who appreciate cars in general."
Will there be additional smaller displacement engines in the future?
"I will say the 2014 Chevy Corvette Stingray does have a large displacement 6.2 liter engine, but there is an Eco-Mode with cylinder deactivation which essentially makes the car under certain conditions a 3.1 liter 4-cylinder. With this technology we are allowing people to have the best of both worlds: a large V-8 with 450 ft.-lbs. of torque when you want it and you can also have the fuel economy of a 4-cylinder."
The Corvette gets faster with each new generation; will we ever hit a wall in terms of performance?
"We keep pushing the technology envelope. On the C6 Corvette, we never thought that the car would make over 630 horsepower in the ZR-1, but we did surpass that figure. And I think the performance will keep on going, people will always want more power and more speed. We are going to keep pushing the envelope as much as we can."
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2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid Test Drive & Car Video Review
http://www.autobytel.com/ford/fusion-hybrid/2013/ The Ford Fusion Hybrid debuted back in 2009 and enjoyed some nice recognition and sales. If you want an American made mid-sized sedan that is also a hybrid, this is just about your only choice. Plus, the Fusion Hybrid is a great alternative to the competition since it looks like a normal car instead of the wedge shape that is typically associated with most hybrid cars. When the Fusion Hybrid hit the market it came with an excellent fuel efficient drivetrain a couple of unique features that include: an Eco Smart Gauge and seats made from recycled materials. But now Ford has introduced an all new redesigned second generation Fusion Hybrid that builds upon the success of the first generation. The 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid has a base price of $27,200.
America has spoken and hybrid technology has surpassed diesel by a margin of over 3-1 and growing. So Ford wants to cash in with the all new redesigned 2013 Fusion Hybrid. What is so exciting about this new redesigned car? Well the looks for one! Ford has really changed the game in regards to what a mid-sized sedan should look like. Ford at one time owned Aston Martin and you can see some of that influence up front on the 2013 Ford Fusion Hybrid. The front grille, the headlights, the sloping hood; all remind you of an Aston Martin. If you have to drive a mid-sized sedan then why not drive one with style?
Under the hood is a 2.0 liter Atkinson Cycle inline 4-cyliner engine that makes 141 horsepower coupled to a 47 HP electric motor; hence the hybrid power plant. The total power output is 188 HP with fuel economy figures of 47 MPG in the city and 47 MPG on the highway. The transmission is a CVT unit. The batteries are located in the trunk area. There is still a lot of usable space back there.
Overall on the inside Ford has done a wonderful job with the interior. The feel resembles a modern high-tech piece of art. The sleek design is similar to what you may see in a Volvo. The buttons feature capacitive touch feedback which is a hot new technology. The materials are much better and the technologies are cutting edge and this make the Fusion Hybrid interior one of the best places to be. The seats are made of recycled material and you will be pleasantly surprised how comfortable they are.
Toyota has clearly established themselves as the hybrid technology leader here in the U.S. They sell over 230k Prius hybrids alone per year. In this segment the Camry Hybrid is still king but the Fusion Hybrid is going to give that car a run for its money.
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2013 Volkswagen GTD: Better than the GTI? - Ignition Episode 50
On this episode of Ignition, Carlos Lago tests the Europe-only Volkswagen GTD. With its odd combination of turbo diesel drivetrain and sporty, GTI-based chassis, will the VW hatch be as popular with Carlos as it is across the pond?
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2014 VW Golf 7 R-line 2.0 TDi (150 hp) - in Detail (1080p FULL HD)
Stunning looking R-Line package (exterior + interior) for the new Golf VII hatch and variant (estate). Nice skirts and bumpers on the outside and GTD/GTI trim inside makes you link almost all engines to sporty looks. Still, this is very distinct to GTD/GTI. Please LIKE / COMMENT / SUBSCRIBE !
2013 Golf 7 2.0TDi (150hp) vs. Golf 6 GTD (170hp) - 1080p FULL HD
Recently wondered how quick the new lightweight Golf 7 2.0 TDI (150hp, 320Nm) actually performs against the more powerfull but slightly heavier Golf 6 GTD (170hp, 350Nm)? Here comes the accelerations comparision from 0-200 km/h, both with DSG! Make sure to LIKE / COMMENT / SUBSCRIBE!
Ford Focus ST vs Volkswagen Golf R (or Subaru BRZ)! - Head 2 Head Episode 23
On this episode of Head 2 Head, it's the battle of the hot hatches as Carlos Lago pits the 2013 Ford Focus ST against a returning contender - the 2012 Volkswagen Golf R. Carlos hits the road and heads to the track but there is a slight problem with the Golf R and Carlos is forced to bring in the Subaru BRZ as a pinch hitter.
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GOLF GTD (170PS) Top Speed Autobahn
Kurzes Video vom meinem neuen Golf GTD auf der Autobahn!
2 Personen an Bord (Fahrer 85KG; Beifahrerin 55kg)
6 Gang Manuell
350 NM 230 km/h
2013 Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk7 review - Autocar.co.uk
The long-awaited seventh installment of the Volkswagen Golf GTI has proved to be a revelation. Specify it with a performance pack and you'll get power Boosted to 227bhp and an electronically controlled mechanical limited slip diff, all of which makes a very good car even better.
Read the full review at Autocar.co.uk - http://ow.ly/kl5JJ
