VW Golf Coupe on method
Volkswagen is working on an all-new four-door coupe version of the Golf, as well as it might wear the Golf CC badge.
The newcomer is created to handle the forthcoming Mercedes CLA, as well as will be much sportier as well as style-focused than the practical Golf-based Jetta saloon (which it will be offered alongside). While the CC will be offered in UK showrooms, the huge markets are anticipated to be the us as well as China, where cars and trucks like the Jetta are already significant sellers.
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Our special pictures expose exactly how the Golf’s lines equate to a longer package. The modified front end now integrates a big air intake that spans the width of the bumper. Meanwhile, a sharp crease runs down the CC’s flanks to a set of narrow wraparound LED tail-lights.
Under the stylish body is the exact same MQB platform as utilized by the Golf. The CC will get a somewhat lengthened version that will likewise underpin the Golf Estate as well as the saloon version of the Audi A3.
Unlike the Jetta, which gets a standard saloon boot, the Golf CC will be fitted with a wide-opening hatchback tailgate to assist enhance access. The tons area itself will be noticeably bigger than the Golf – which has a 380-litre capability – however somewhat down on the present Jetta’s 527-litre boot space.
To in shape with the CC’s sporty, premium image, only the most powerful engines will be offered. expect to see the variety begin with the 120bhp 1.4-litre petrol turbo as well as include the 148bhp 2.0-litre turbodiesel. The latter will offer 60mpg, while the 1.4 TSI must get close to that, too, with active Cylinder innovation providing economic climate of around 55mpg.
The common Golf CC must show up in 2015, as well as might be complied with carefully by a hot GTI version to rival Mercedes’ CLA 45 AMG as well as the Audi S3 saloon.
Prices will begin from around £19,000 – rather a bit a lot more than the least expensive £16,285 Golf. however purchasers won’t only get a bigger cars and truck for the money, they’ll likewise benefit from a great deal a lot more common kit, like adaptive cruise manage as well as a blind area tracking system.