Volkswagen Confirms 2019 Jetta GLI, Atlas, Tiguan Variants

Volkswagen Confirms 2019 Jetta GLI, Atlas, Tiguan Variants

Last week at the Chicago Auto Show, VeeDub鈥檚 top brass spilled the beans at a roundtable discussion with automotive journalists about a variety of upcoming Volkswagen vehicles. Volkswagen pulled the covers off on the seventh-generation 2019 Jetta sedan last month in Detroit. The larger, more stylish sedan replaces a seven-year-old relic as it now rides on VW鈥檚 new high-volume MQB platform. North America CEO Hinrich Woebcken confirmed that the enthusiast favorite Jetta GLI has the green light for production as part of the seventh-generation redesign. While the vanilla 2019 Jetta will offer up turbocharged power, expect the rowdier GLI to churn out more power from a GTI-derived powertrain. The new GLI might get the same 2.0-liter turbocharged, 4-cylinder engine found in the raucous Golf GTI, and owners might even get to pick between a 6-speed manual and a dual-clutch transmission. The garden variety 2019 Jetta will get a 1.4-liter turbo TSI engine with an 8-speed automatic transmission putting out 147 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft. Also confirmed at the roundtable was a redesigned 2019 Passat sedan.

The Volkswagen executive stated that the midsize sedan will get a fresh look, distinct from the current-gen Passat and upcoming Jetta redesign, but will continue to be built at the automaker鈥檚 Chattanooga assembly plant. If Volkswagen is serious about re-establishing itself in the U.S. Woebcken confirmed at the Chicago Auto Show last week that the Atlas will get a 5-passenger, two-row variant, and the Tiguan will get a smaller sibling in the coming year. While China will get a new Touareg at the Beijing Auto Show in April, Volkswagen doubled down on its decision to discontinue the SUV in the States. Like the standard Atlas and Tiguan, the new crossover variants will also be built at Volkswagen's Chattanooga, Tennessee, assembly plant. Other vehicles confirmed to not be in the cards anytime soon are a Volkswagen pickup truck or resurrected Beetle reinvented as an EV. 30 billion diesel-gate scandal, Woebcken was happy to report that the automaker is ahead of schedule in its pursuit to buy back or repair dirty diesels. The plan was to finish 85 percent of buy backs and fixes by the end of this year, and so far VW has exceeded their targets. Did you find this article helpful? If so, please share it using the "Join the Conversation" buttons below, and thank you for visiting Daily News Autos.

Under the hood, the All-New HR-V features a 1.8L i-VTEC SOHC engine built on a new Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) developed under Honda鈥檚 Earth Dreams Technology that enhances both driving performance and fuel economy. The new compact and lightweight CVT features high-efficiency electric oil pump and high strength belt, which improves fuel economy and ensures smooth rapid acceleration. Size-wise, the All-New HR-V measures 4,294 mm in length, 1,772 mm in width and 1,605 mm in height with a wheelbase of 2,610 mm. The wide viewing angle was secured through optimization of the width and angle of the front pillars in order to provide good visibility for the driver. With perfect eye point level, drivers have better viewpoint and a greater sense of security. Driving comfort is further enhanced with low centre of gravity. Keeping to its sporty and bold style, the car is fitted with 16鈥?alloy wheels. This multi-dimensional compact SUV has increased body rigidity and stability with its super high tensile steel including hot-stamped materials installed at appropriate spots.

In addition, the front and rear parts of the body were effectively reinforced to realise the lightweight and highly rigid body that generates sportiness and linear driving performance. Driving pleasure is enhanced with reduced noise, vibration and harshness (NVH), by adopting high-performance sound absorbing and insulating materials installed in the rear area and front inner fenders, floor carpets and floor undercover. The front face is designed to look bold and tough with unified stylish front grille that's created under the 'Solid Wing Face' concept. The strong distinctive character lines on the sides fuse together the sleek cabin of a coupe and the dynamic lower body exudes toughness. Combining the character lines and rear door handles which are integrated into the side windows, the feeling of an elegant and sporty two-door coupe was created. The interior design of the High-deck Centre Console is made possible for the first time by adopting the Electric Parking Brake, replacing the hand/foot brake. The new design allows drivers to have their own personal space without infringing into the passenger space.

Along with the High-deck Centre Console, a new kind of Multi-utility Drink Holder is developed to not only hold drinks but also to store personal items. In order to enhance the All-New HR-V's amazing cabin space for driver and passengers, the length of the seat bottom was increased creating ample legroom, while the seatback angle was optimised for better seating posture. This provides optimum comfort and reduces strain to drivers when driving for long hours. The All-New HR-V features high quality material as fabric and soft pad were used for most occupant touch points. Honda's original centre-tank layout enabled the realisation of a large cargo space and minivan-like rear seats with ample elbowroom. The All-New HR-V is further supported with the Multi-utility cargo space that allows various configurations of seating. The seat dimensions are set for easy manoeuverability and can be arranged into 3 modes - Utility Mode, Tall Mode, and Long Mode.

2019 BMW X5 XDrive45e Plug-in Hybrid Revealed

It was early June when BMW introduced the next-generation X5 and already the company is ready to electrify its midsize SUV. Developed as a direct replacement for the old xDrive40e, the new plug-in hybrid version goes by the name of xDrive45e to reflect the improvements it offers over its predecessor. It boasts a new hybrid powertrain developed from the ground up to please both worlds by offering superior power and better efficiency at the same time. At the heart of the electrified X5 is an inline-six 3.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine developing 282 bhp working together with an electric drive setup with an output of 110 bhp. With the power of the two combined, the new xDrive45e offers a generous total output of 389 bhp and a massive 443 pound-feet of torque. For the sake of comparison, the old one had to make do with a total of 308 bhp and 332 lb-ft. Although developed with efficiency in mind, the electrified X5 is no slouch - 0 to 62 mph takes 5.6 seconds, which is more than one second less than the model it replaces. Not only that, but top speed in pure electric mode has gone up from 75 mph to 87 mph. Even the base version comes with two-axle air suspension and electronically controlled dampers, while the more expensive ones get four-wheel steering. The only downside of this version is the cargo volume, which is reduced by 150 liters compared to the conventionally powered model. With all the seats in place, you have 500 liters at your disposal, and 1,716 liters once the rear backrests are folded. Although revealed today, the new BMW X5 xDrive45e won’t be going on sale until sometime next year.

The Mazda MX-5 has been named as ‘Britain’s most reliable new sportscar’ in the 2013 Which? Car Survey - the biggest survey of car satisfaction and reliability conducted in the UK. “For a sportscar that will last for years and won’t cost a fortune in repairs, head to your local Mazda garage. The MX-5 has the lowest number of faults and no annual repair costs in the first three years,” states Which? For MX-5 models between 1998-2005 the magazine comments: “The Mazda MX-5 is the automotive equivalent of a double espresso. Near-telepathic steering and handling make other cars (even some sportscars) feel woolly and dull by comparison. You can pick-up a decent used MX-5 for just £1,500. Demonstrating the excellent reliability for which the Mazda brand is famed, other Mazda models also scored well in the Which? The Mazda6 Estate placed second in the Estate cars (up to three years old) category scoring 97.2 percent, while the Mazda2 ranked fifth among Superminis with a 96.4 percent score. Overall, the Mazda brand was ranked by the Which? 31 alongside Volkswagen in its Best Car Brands section, which merges the staff’s road-test opinions with the Car Survey results. Jeremy Thomson, Mazda UK managing director, commented: “The 2013 Which? Car Survey findings are a wonderful endorsement of our products and our brand. I’m sure that our all-new Mazda6 and Mazda CX-5 compact SUV with their innovative SKYACTIV technology will claim top rankings in future Which? Compiled annually, the 2013 Which? Car Survey was based on information supplied by more than 47,000 drivers relating to over 57,000 cars.

Three 2006 Volkswagen Touareg V10 TDIs will embark upon the demanding climb to the 14,100-foot Pikes Peak summit in the 84th running of the Race to the Clouds. On July 1, pro-drivers Mark Miller, Danny Sullivan and Ryan Arciero will set out to show that the Touareg's precise German engineering and powerful V10 TDI engine can handle even the most challenging driving conditions. The Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, or Race to the Clouds, is a 12.4-mile course with quick straights and 156 hairpin turns on terrain that alternates between pavement and gravel--mostly without guardrails. The Touaregs will run in the Luxury SUV division piloted by the professional drivers. Off-road champion Mark Miller competed in the 2006 Dakar Rally as a factory Volkswagen Motorsports driver. The Touareg V10 TDI is a high-performance, diesel version of Volkswagen's popular luxury SUV. Its powerful five-liter, 10-cylinder engine boasts 310 horsepower at 3,750 revolutions per minute and offers impressive pulling power with 553 lbs-ft of torque at 2,000 rpm.

The Passat BlueMotion Concept that is being presented by Volkswagen of America at the 2014 North American International Auto Show in Detroit shows just how fuel-efficient a non-hybrid, gasoline-engined mid-size sedan can be. Based on the current Passat that was developed specifically for North America, the BlueMotion label defines the version that has the best efficiency in the model lineup. In this case, the Passat BlueMotion Concept has a manufacturer estimated highway fuel economy of 42 mpg, best in class among non-hybrid, gasoline-engined mid-size sedans. The Passat BlueMotion Concept features an all-new version of the Volkswagen 1.4-liter EA211 TSI engine with direct injection and turbocharging. On top, this Passat also offers Active Cylinder Management (ACT) technology, previously seen on the European Volkswagen Polo and Golf models. ACT deactivates the valvetrain on cylinders two and three for situations when the driver only applies light throttle pressure to maintain specific city speeds. This is the world’s first inline four-cylinder engine with cylinder deactivation.

Volkswagen Touareg Price In India 2019

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Something is rotten in Zuffenhausen. Ingolstadt, too. Once upon a time, in the frozen wasteland that is Detroit in January, Volkswagen unveiled the turbo-diesel BlueSport roadster at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show. The press was awed, the car drove onto the stage amidst a flurry of dancing children, the marketing gurus at ze People's automaker were thrilled and we all expected to see the car hit production with some expediency. That didn't happen, and now we may know why. According to Automobile, the project may have been given the back burner treatment due to internal jousting between Porsche, VW and Audi. It's no secret that all three automakers have been mulling whether or not to jump on a small, mid-engine platform, but it looks like both Porsche and Audi aren't really interested in filling their ranks with a VW creation. Porsche isn't keen on the notion of selling a new entry model that might dent sales of the upcoming redesigned Boxster, and Audi can't really make a case for adding another sports car to its portfolio. That leaves VW with one very efficient, very sexy concept and no way to bring it to reality without the cooperation of its corporate cousins. Odds are the scuffle will be ironed out after Porsche is officially brought under the VW tent once and for all, but until then, we wouldn't hold our breath for the VW BlueSport.

The Volkswagen Touareg is a mid size luxury crossover range that was released in 2002 by the German manufacturer. The range was produced as a joint project with Audi and Porsche. Related to the Audi Q7 and the Porsche Cayenne, the range combines off road features with sports car handling. As the brands first true SUV model, the range was met with anticipation and has earned its place as a popular model. With sharp and sporty styling, the vehicle boasts an attractive design that is modern and youthful. The models well built interior is fitted with quality materials and the cabin itself is made with plenty of family practicality. Available with an array of petrol and diesel engines, these engines offer different power outputs for the buyer to choose from. The favourite choices are the 2.5 litre TDi diesel engine, 3.0 litre V6 TDI diesel and the 5.0 litre V10 TDI diesel motor. These diesel engines are great at delivering excellent refinement, a strong performance and great ride comfort. In all, the Volkswagen Touareg is a popular range that offers a sporty design, luxury interior and efficient diesel engines.

Volkswagen has been a long loved brand in South Africa. We have been famous for the German engineering and build quality we have offered over the years in cars like the Jetta and Golf. Then, in 2004, we introduced a vehicle with luxury, power and distinctive design. The Touareg has landed in South Africa. Read on to find out more about the Touareg - a legendary feat of German engineering. The Volkswagen Touareg serves both the business man on the road and the family on the go. Models range from the aptly-named Touareg Luxury, the Touareg Escape and the Touareg Executive. All models feature Turbo Diesel Injection (TDI) engines for a powerful driving experience. Prime quality leather seats enhance the luxury and style of the Touareg. The front seats are heated for the cold of winter and the climatic air conditioner keeps the cabin of the Touareg cool in the summer. 14-way electronic seat adjustment guarantees absolute comfort.

The Volkswagen Touareg is a powerhouse in the luxury SUV market, and enjoys great user reviews with every new release. The new 2017 Volkwagen Touareg range offers a V6 TDI engine in the Luxury and the Escape. It produces 180kW and 550Nm of torque. This gets the driver from 0-100 km/h in just 7.8 seconds. The new Executive V8 TDI engine gets the driver there even faster, at just 5.8 seconds, with 250kW and 800Nm of torque. That’s more speed than some sports cars offer. The Touareg Luxury and Touareg Escape come with classy 18” alloy wheels, while the Executive comes with 19” alloy wheels that epitomise style. Older models in the Touareg range are still a pleasure to view and offer plenty of the options in the new models. View and compare the full range to find the perfect Volkswagen Touareg. Old and new models alike can be found on sale in the used car market at the best prices.

APR Mobile Installs On Smart Phones

APR Presents the B8.5 A4 / A5 / Q5 & C7 A6 2.0 TFSI VL (Flex/Non Flex) ECU Upgrade! APR is pleased to present the ultimate engine control unit (ECU) upgrade for the 2.0 TFSI engine with Audi Valve lift! APR’s ECU upgrade is available in octane-specific variations and is conveniently flashed to the vehicle’s factory ECU through the OBD-II port without any physical modification to the factory ECU. APR’s patented EMCS functionality puts the control of your engine’s operation at your fingertips and allows for additional features and options to be installed to your OEM ECU. The Bosch MED17 engine management system is responsible for proper operation of the engine during constantly changing environmental and load conditions. With built in compensational data for environmental variables and varying load conditions, the factory ECU is far more complex and intelligent than units found in other vehicle makes and marques. APR’s Calibration Engineers spent months calibrating the engine management system, including many hours of chassis dyno development. With a thorough understanding of the ECU’s torque structure, APR’s Calibration Engineers properly increased engine load to produce more power and torque from idle to redline.

APR’s ECU Upgrade increases turbocharger boost pressure and optimizes cam timing, valve lift, ignition timing, lambda and more to produce higher output. Ethanol 'flex fuel' compatible engine variants can take advantage of automatic E85 map blending to add power simply by filling the tank. Using APR’s proprietary high-speed data logging suite, the calibration team closely monitored the effects of these changes to ensure a powerful ECU upgrade without derogating the engine’s drivability or reliability. APR’s ECU Upgrade will provide an excellent leap in power and torque while retaining OEM knock control sensitivity and other built in safety features. The result is safely achieved power, optimized for various fuel grades found around the world. We call it Performance Without Compromise! The APR Stage I ECU Upgrade is designed to work without requiring other changes to the vehicle’s hardware. With the ECU Upgrade alone, APR’s Calibration Experts measured higher peak figures of 284 horsepower and with 334 ft-lbs of torque 93 AKI octane fuel. Large gains were seen throughout the power band, including an additional 57 horsepower and 85 ft-lbs of torque.

By adding E85 to the tank on the Ethanol compatible variants, automatic Ethanol map blending adds even more power, resulting in 85 horsepower and 135 ft-lbs of torque. The increase in power directly translates to an exceptionally quicker and more enjoyable vehicle. By simply adding an APR downpipe exhaust system, APR's Stage II software, a free upgrade to existing APR Stage I customers, takes performance even further. 93 AKI fuel peak figures of 302 horsepower and 334 ft-lbs of torque were achieved. Again, by adding E85 on flex fuel compatible variant, 318 horsepower and 405 ft-lbs of torque was achieved! APR’s ECU upgrade is the best power per dollar modification for the new 2.0 TFSI engine and takes the vehicle’s performance to similar levels typically reserved for higher output, sporty models, without pushing the limits. With factory-like smoothness and drivability, APR’s ECU upgrade will fill the void in an otherwise excellent vehicle. Beyond power and torque enhancements, APR’s Calibration Engineers were able to increase the acceleration rate of the vehicle through other calibrations changes.

Ignition delay is reduced resulting in a more responsive pedal without altering overall throttle sensitivity. Furthermore, drivability was greatly improved by reducing the throttle lag commonly noticed at slow speeds and while reapplying throttle after decelerating. APR’s Calibration Engineers paid close attention to several parameters directly related to fuel economy, especially while cruising at highway speeds. Depending on driving style and fuel quality, better miles per gallon may be achieved! APR’s ECU upgrade increases the vehicle's top speed limiter for blistering sprints around the track or across the Autobahn without the speed limiter shutting down the fun! APR's Left Foot Braking feature allows more control over the vehicle’s throttle. The factory equipped vehicle's throttle input is disabled while pressing the accelerator and brake at the same time. Left Foot Braking, a common motorsport driving technique, allows the driver complete control over the vehicle’s throttle and braking system, which may give the vehicle the edge it needs at the track.

As is with all features APR adds to the ECU, this feature may be removed upon request. E85 only supported on flex fuel supported models. These models have a silver metal intake manifold. Max rev limit TCU controlled on automatic transmissions. APR recommends and tuned with Sunoco GT 260 for 100 AKI mode and Sunoco GT 260 Plus for 104 AKI mode. Never use lower octane than specified by the mode. Max increases are based on APR's actual measured stock values and not those reported by VW. Reported wheel figures measured on APR's in house Dynapack Dynamometer with a 2014 A5 (217hp) AWD with 8 speed tiptronic transmission, using SAEJ1349 correction and an average of multiple runs. Crank figures estimated based on the measured wheel figures. Results will vary depending upon environmental conditions, vehicle, transmission, vehicle health, operating conditions, temperatures, fuel grade, dyno type, dyno setup, and other modifications. Data collected at the same location via a Racelogic P-Box with ESP/ASR off, Dynamic mode and Sport mode.