New 2010 VW models

2010 Volkswagen Golf Preview

Critical Knowledge:

• All-new design for 2010

• 3- and 5-door versions


• Front- or 4Motion all-wheel drive (AWD)


• Gas and diesel powerplant options


• Manual or DSG transmissions offered


• Set to debut at the 2008 Paris Motor Show


• Sales in the United States in fall 2009

The all-new Golf, launched in Europe in 2009, comes to the US as a 2010 model. Styling and interior are all-new, although the 2.5 liter 5-cylinder engine is a carryover. Volkswagen will re-introduce the Golf TDI, which uses the same 140 hp 2-liter turbodiesel engine found in the 2009 Jetta TDI.

2010 Volkswagen GTI Preview

Critical Knowledge:

• Completely redesigned


• 2.0-liter, turbocharged 4-cylinder engine


• 210 horsepower


• Front-wheel drive


• Electronic limited-slip differential


• On sale in summer 2009

Like the Golf on which it is based, the 2010 GTI is all new. Power comes from the familiar 200 hp 2-liter turbo four-cylinder (and there ain't nothin' wrong with that!), available with either a 6-speed manual or the Direct Shift Gearbox, Volkswagen's 6-speed twin-clutch automatic transmission. The GTI will be offered in both two- and four-door versions.

NEW BEETLE

A new New Beetle will arrive in 2011, most likely as a 2012 model. Expect coupe and convertible body styles with more powertrain choices than the single engine offered now, as well as more customization options (think Scion and MINI). VW sees the New Beetle as a missed opportunity and plans to build on the Beetle's popularity in the US.

NEW MID-SIZE SEDAN

VW will introduce a new mid-size sedan aimed at the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry. The new car will be larger and less expensive than the current Passat, and will be built at VW's new plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The car will be introduced in 2011 as a 2012 model.

NEW 7-SEAT SUV

VW plans to launch a 7-seat SUV to compete with the Toyota Highlander and Honda Pilot. It will fit into VW's lineup between the Tiguan and the Touareg, though it will be larger than both.

NEW SUBCOMPACT

Volkswagen intends to field a subcompact to take on the Honda Fit and Toyota Yaris. The new car could be based on a future version of the Euro-market Polo, though VW says that the current Polo is too small and too expensive to build to succeed in the US.

JETTA SEDAN

The Jetta gets some changes to interior and exterior colors as well as an updated interior with a new instrument cluster and revised air conditioning controls. Bluetooth phone connectivity is now standard in SE and SEL trim levels, optional on the S. The iPod interface is available separately from the navigation system. The TDI is now offered in a single trim level. A new Jetta is due in 2010 as a 2011 model.

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