Lightweight GTI INSIDE VW'S NEXT HOT HATCH

摘要

The seventh generation of the Volkswagen Golf is due to drop in fall 2012, deploying the same MBQ modular platform as the 2013 Audi A3. The modularity of this component set allows the next GTI tc have far greater differentiation from the garden-variety Golf than it does now. Expect a more sophisticated chassis, a lighter body, and more luxury in the cabin. All new Golfs will be about 150 pounds lighter than the ones they replace. Savings come from extra-high-strength steel in the shell, optimized suspensions, and lighter engines and ancillaries.The powertrain-the one element not completely renewed-will have an easier time accelerating the car. The GTI's engine won't go much beyonc 230 hp, but by switching to the Aud Valvelift system, it will be torquier, u to nearly 260 Ib-ft.