VOLKWAGEN INTRODUCES NEW GOLF GT SPORT TRIM |
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Written by william shand
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Monday, 28 May 2007 |
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 Volkswagen is set to replace
the existing Golf Sport and GT trim levels with a single all-new model – the
Golf GT Sport
The Golf GT Sport debuts a purposeful new look as well as additional equipment over the models it replaces
to deliver greater value. An all-new darkened grille section is intersected by a
set of horizontal fins to forge a visual link with the other sporting models in
the range – the potent GTI and R32 variants. Inset into the grille is a new ‘GT
Sport’ badge. Framing the new nose are a pair of darkened headlights which
visually separate the lenses into four, individual units. They sit above a set
of fog lights mounted in the front air dams.
In profile the new GT Sport is distinguished by subtle tints to the rear windows and a set of 17-inch
multi-spoke ‘ClassiXs’ alloy wheels fitted with 225/45 R17 tyres.
At the rear twin chrome exhausts on the 170 PS models are joined by discreet ‘GT Sport’ badges.
The subtle, sporting look continues inside. A leather-trimmed three-spoke steering wheel, gearknob and
handbrake are fitted along with front sports seats, automatic light sensing
headlights and rain sensing windscreen wipers. This is in addition to Climatic
air conditioning, a CD stereo system with eight speakers and electric windows.
Six airbags, ABS and Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP) round off the high
levels of standard equipment.
The purposeful exterior is backed up by dynamic underpinnings. The innovative 1.4-litre TSI engine which
utilises both a supercharger and a turbocharger to generate high power outputs
from a modest engine capacity while retaining high levels of economy is
available in 140 PS and 170 PS guises. A single 2.0-litre TDI diesel engine is
also available in 140 PS and 170 PS outputs. Both petrol and diesel engines are
available mated to a choice of six-speed manual or DSG transmissions.
The new Golf GT Sport will be available in both three- and five-door bodystyles when deliveries start later
in the summer. It joins the existing S and Match trim levels in the Golf model
range. Prices are set to start at £17,422 for the entry-level three-door variant
specified with a 1.4-litre TSI 140 PS engine, rising to £21,352 for the
five-door model fitted with the 2.0-litre TDI 170 PS engine with DSG
transmission.
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 05 June 2007 )
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