The automakers pay more attention to the exhibition in Qatar and one of the strongest presences on it this year by Volkswagen. Now you acquainted with the revolutionary concept Formula XL1, whose average consumption is just 0.9l/100km. But it turned out that the German company has prepared two very interesting versions of the jeep Touareg, which is currently only demonstration. Touareg Gold Edition is well suited to the market in the Middle East. As you understand yourself by name, as it has many elements that are 24-carat gold plating. This fact suggests that it is off the car to appear in a limited edition in the interest of potential customers. The Gold are 22-inch wheels, roof rails, window frames, shutters of mirrors, side moldings, emblems, moldings and grille has several elements. Gold is present in the interior where it is combined with nappa, alakantara and wooden decorations. No less interesting is the second concept of the Volkswagen Touareg, which is a legal version of the Race Touareg Race 3 proved their worth in the Dakar Rally. Here too we see the presence of gold details on the white exterior, but they are just painted. Touareg Race Touareg Concept 3 has 18-inch wheels BBS, but its interior is far from spartan to racing cars, but maintained protection framework.
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By the German company Volkswagen spread pictures and information about new CrossTouran, whose orders are already accepted in Germany and its price in the domestic market starting from 27,000 euros. Like the previous generation model, the new CrossTouran appears soft-road version of the standard Touran, as the design of the vehicle is fully compliant with the new styling of the brand. The vision of the Volkswagen CrossTouran like crossover, as compared with the standard model has been revised suspension with increased ride height 20 mm, Additional protective panels and aluminum roof rails. The look is complemented by 17-inch wheels and the interior features a lot more fresh fabrics, compared to those of ordinary Touran. Also, attended numerous metal decorations, a steering wheel gear knob and handbrake lever are dressed in leather. The first deliveries of the new Volkswagen CrossTouran will start in autumn, the model is available with several petrol and diesel engine whose capacities are between 105 and 170 h.p. At a later stage will be set up and modification of gas.

Though many people are under the impression that new cars are overpriced and expensive, there are many companies that have begun to create affordable models that are considered some of the cheapest new cars. These models can be easily integrated into the lifestyle to create the security that comes with a new vehicle, allowing the buyer to afford the monthly payments or the flat rate for the vehicle, without putting stress on the household finances.
The peace of mind that comes with a new vehicle that includes warranty on the parts and services that are required for the vehicle, as well as the option to purchase an extended warranty for the vehicle ensures that the person shopping for a new vehicle is going to be able to have an affordable and reliable option to get them from place to place.
How can the customer learn about which models of cars are affordable? A little research and recommendations from friends and family, as well as experts in the field can help to put the buyer in touch with information that is going to create an affordable model that can be purchased.
Using the local car dealership websites, the customer can price out the various models of cars, narrowing down the choices to five models and using the choice of these five models to finally decide which model is right for their needs.
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Sooner or later, electricity will become a major driving force for car manufacturers and know that great. That is why they put a lot of money developing electric models. In the next few years the market will be introduced many production cars powered by electricity, one of which will be Volkswagen Golf Blue-e-motion, whose prototype was unveiled yesterday. To plan the first 500 copies should be delivered in 2011. But they are designed for specific customers who would test them by putting the model into mass production in 2013. Volkswagen Golf Blue-e-motion does not differ externally from the standard model, but under the hood hiding his electric power 115 h.p. and a maximum torque of 270 Nm., for which energy is supplied by the kit lithium-ion batteries. According to data from the German company, the vehicle can develop a maximum speed of 140 km/h and travels 150 kilometers. without having to recharge, which is enough for nearly all German drivers because they do not go a day more than this distance. On the occasion of the presentation of the prototype of Golf Blue-e-motion, the Government of Germany announced that it will stimulate the development of electric vehicles, with the goal in 2020.
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According to the information given by the popular edition Autobild, next-generation Volkswagen Passat will make its debut this autumn, probably at the exhibition in Paris. The car will be in the style of the new models of the German company – Touareg and Golf, which is to say predradiatorna horizontal grille with chrome strips, angular headlamps with integrated LED elements and tighter lines of the bodywork. Autobild of information shows that the new Passat will be available to almost all engines with direct fuel injection of the German concern. Basic will be a 1.2-liter turbine holding a 105 h.p. The other petrol engines will be 1.4, 1.6, 1.8 and 2.0-liter, with capacities from 122 to 211 h.p. a range of diesel engines will consist of 1.6 and 2.0-liter generating 102 to 220 h.p. In addition, most units will be equipped with a standard start / stop system and technology for regenerating energy from the brakes. The car will have some changes in the style and the exterior, but mostly will be kept the same. The engine will be a little bit stronger, but more economy as the latest requirements of the customers.
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The future belongs to electric, and if a car company did not believe this, then do not expect anything good. That is why, most long develop such cars, some of them have already released their first models on the market, while others are still at the design stage. And talk about future vehicles, where without it for Volkswagen, which demonstrates its achievements in this field through electric concept E-Lavida, presented the exhibition in Beijing. Curiously, E-Lavida was developed entirely by Shanghai Volkswagen, with no absolutely no assistance from the German side. The car used the platform of Golf, but for the moment the company does not disclose any other details about it. During the presentation of E-Lavida, by Volkswagen revealed its plans for so-called “e-Mobility” strategy for China, whereby in 2013 or at latest in 2014, the company will start production of electric model in the country, but it is unclear whether this would be that E-Lavida.
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The German company Volkswagen presented the car exhibition in Leipzig renovated model Touran, which has obtained an more modern look. The most important change, however, occurred in the coefficient of aerodynamic drag, which is a drop of 0.32 to 0.29. Oughtred model with larger bumper body color grille and new headlights and which are in the style of the new models of Volkswagen. Back hand already has LED lights and installed a new spoiler, and it is his is the main contribution to improved aerodynamics. Changes in the interior is limited to new dashboard, steering wheel and chrome inserts and the introduction of better materials. Backs of the front seats are modified to improve visibility of seated behind them. Volkswagen Touran will continue to be available in versions 5 and 7 seats, while its price will start at 19,376 euros. In the first case the volume of cargo compartment ranges from 695 to 1989 liters, while the second – of 660 to 1913 liters. Regarding the engine is small change. Are two new 1.4-liter gasoline, with 138 h.p. and 168 h.p. capacity and 1.2-liter gasoline supplying power 104 h.p.
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The German tuner B & B announced that it offers three levels of zoom power Volkswagen Scirocco R, whose 2.0-liter TSI engine has a standard 265 h.p. and a maximum torque of 350 Nm. In stage one power unit increases to 310 h.p. and reaches peak torque 410 Nm. This is achieved through reprogramming of the software, increased pressure compressors 0.2 bar and optimization of fuel injection. The price of the package is 1,198 euros, which will allow your Scirocco R raised to 275 km/h. However, if these characteristics do not satisfy you may still pay the € 1,600 to have 324 horses and 435 Nm under the hood, and your car to a speed of 279 km/h. Accordingly, the German specialists increased pressure compressors with even 0.05 bar, replace the intake system and modified exhaust. The third stage is the real extremists. When it is installed on all new turbo B & B, sports exhaust system and management software. The cost of this pleasure is € 7,998, as it reaches 362 h.p. power, torque increases to 480 Nm. But the maximum speed is increased by only 1 km/h, compared with stage two.
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The next generation of Volkswagen Beetle will debut exhibition in Los Angeles in November, and sales will start next year, said the magazine Autocar, citing its sources. Reportedly, the new Volkswagen Beetle will have a longer wheelbase and wider track, but its appearance will be similar to the concept Ragster, presented in 2005. Turtle will probably only be called Beetle, the first generation model, not New Beetle, and will have more powerful and cleaner engines, from those of its predecessor. It is envisaged that the introduction of modifications to be driven by a 2.0-liter gasoline engine with a power 210 h.p. which will be the most powerful serial produced ever. Other conjugation petrol engines are 1.2 and 1.6-liter capacity by 105 and 160 h.p. Diesel units we’ll have working volumes 1.6 and 2.0 liters, generating 105 and 140 h.p. and U.S. new Beetle will be available with 2.5-liter diesel power 170 h.p.
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The German tuner B & B introduced its sports program for Volkswagen Golf R, where the power of 2.0-liter engine can be increased from standard 270 to 310, 324 or 362 h.p. Although current data are limited, it is clear that depending on the desired customer power, improvements in car gets intake, cooling and exhaust systems, turbocharger and software. The end result of the changes made in the most powerful version (362k.s.) is acceleration from 0-100 km/h for 4.8 sec and a maximum speed exceeding 280 kilometers per hour Note that the standard Golf R these indicators are 5.5 sec and 250 kilometers per hour, the speed is electronically limited to this value. To cope with the additional car smooth horsepower and maintain its stability, by B & B it is equipped with a powerful braking system, air suspension, a drop of 30 millimeters him. to the road.
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