2011 Volkswagen Polo GTI
We’re big fans of the 2010 Volkswagen GTI – we actually consider it one of the best shots for your buck global economic dazzling performance to drive the price below $ 24,000. Of course, we are looking forward to 2010 Volkswagen Golf R in the U.S. as well, but we are a bit ‘disappointed that the Scirocco R has no intention of coming here. Today, Volkswagen give our emotions a little ‘more for 2011 Polo GTI, which debuted at the Geneva Motor Show 2010.
Power for the 2011 Volkswagen Polo GTI comes with a 1.4L TSI, which uses a compressor from 0 to 3000 rpm, after which a section of a turbocharger to give an extra boost. This translates into 178-hp with maximum torque of 184 lb-ft. Mated to a DSG double-clutch 7-speed in 2011 Polo GTI goes from 0 to 62 km / h in 6.9 seconds with a top speed of 142 mph.
Volkswagen has added a distinction between something called XDS, which is an electronic traction control cross, which improves grip and handling. A small hot-hatch is also fitted with new springs and dampers that drop ride height 15 mm compared to the traditional Polo.
As a basis for Volkswagen Polo, Polo GTI does not intend to come to the United States.
Quick, clean and clear as ever: new Polo GTI UNVEILED
The new Polo GTI was released, promising to be faster, cleaner, and targeted benefits Polo yet produced. Initial performance variant of the Polo was introduced in 1986 in the form of G40 Coupe – a car that combines the fast rotation, 113 PS supercharged engine kerbweight low and sharp responses.
Fast forward 24 years and the new Polo GTI similarities with the G40. In the background is a 1.4-liter TSI engine that uses a compressor from idle to 3000 rpm how turbocharger cuts offer little help. The result is a power hp at 6,200 rpm and 184 ft/lbs of torque from 2,000 rpm, which when aligned with a 1,184 kg kerbweight 180, allows the Polo GTI accelerates from rest to 62 km/h in 6.9 seconds before reaching a top speed of 142 mph.
Despite the acute accent on performance, the new Polo capable of delivering 47 mpg in combined cycle while emitting 139 g/km of CO2 GTI.
The TSI engine is connected to a contract with DSG gearbox with seven-speed dual-clutch transmission chain through the front axle. In addition, the new Polo GTI is equipped with the XDS differential, electronic traction control Cons axes for better traction and handling. The XDS is a functional extension of electronic limited-slip differential (LSD), which is part of the standard ESP system.
To clarify the responses, the new Polo GTI is equipped with new springs and shock absorbers shock resulting in a height of 15 mm lower than the Polo Classic.
Like his brother the Golf GTI, Polo GTI features significant aesthetic changes. A new front bumper with a deep side skirts are connected by an element of the honeycomb grille with red horizontal stripes and a simple badge GTI. New headlight units complete with optional LED daytime running borrow Polo GTI looks impressive.
In addition, a subtle threshold extension involves the lower edge of the body in the bottom of a new rear bumper features a diffuser and a small pair of chrome exhaust tips. Polo is the badge replaced by a simple version “GTI.”
Finally, a set of 17-inch wheels are identical to those fitted to the Golf GTI is equipped with a set of red brake calipers. The changes continue inside the brand new Polo GTI revised, a new steering wheel with flat bottom GTI paddle control and contrasting stitching small red, aluminum pedals and the new, strongly supports the front seats Tartan finished cutting sports. Subtle gloss black center console cover, while the show is over in black.
The new Polo GTI is due to arrive in Italy in the summer, when prices and specifications announced.
Leave a Comment
Was this article helpful? Let us know how can we improve it. We welcome both negative and positive comments.