Volkswagen Reveals the 2010 CrossGolf Ahead of Geneva

Volkswagen has finally unveiled the brand new CrossGolf, thus making a successful completion of its Golf line after the classic Golf, Golf Plus, Golf Variant,?Golf GTI and the?Golf R that released a few weeks ago. The new edition of the CrossGolf will debut in a world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show.

From the TDI range, the power outputs compute to 77 kW/105 PS (1.6 litre) and 103 kW/140 PS (2.0 litre), paired with a standard diesel particulate filter. Mated to a 6-speed gearbox, the 2.0-liter engine shows an impressive fuel consumption of just 5.3 litres of fuel per 100 km (138 g/km CO2). Offered as an option, the CrossGolf will carry the DSG gearbox for four of five engines.

Based on the Golf Plus, the car carries a new styling along with new TDI and TSI engines, and has been designed to bridge the gap between the MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicle) and SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle). The five-door?CrossGolf boasts of a 1.4 TSI engine that delivers 118 kW/160 hp and 240 Nm of torque, mated to a 6-speed gearbox and has a top speed of 207 km/h. The fuel consumption of Volkswagen�� all rounder measures just 6.8 litres (with CO2 emissions of 159 g/km). As an alternative, the TSI is available with an optional 7-speed DSG. Other available TSI engines are the variants with 77 kW/105 hp and 90 kW/122 hp.

The CrossGolf follows the new Volkswagen Design DNA, that translates to horizontally aligned band of the radiator grille between the headlights that is reflected in the horizontal form of the front bumper. The ride height has been increased by 20 millimetres to handle even rough off-road trips smoothly. The exterior styling is rounded out by chrome accents and “the CrossGolf” signature on the side trim as well as new 17-inch alloy wheels. The car will be offered in six different exterior colors.

The interiors include two-tone fabric covered sport seats, floor mats decorated with colour seams, the “small leather package” with three-spoke steering wheel, gearshift lever trim and grip in leather and aluminium pedal caps?as standard. For the equipment section, standard interior features are the car�� semi-automatic “Climatic” climate control system, multi-function display, remote unlocking of the fuel door, lockable and cooling glove box, reading lamps in front?and so on. Other options include a leather interior (��ienna��type), bi-xenon headlights with dynamic cornering lights and a rearview camera.

The CrossGolf will be available for purchase in April.

Source: www.nitrobahn.com