Volkswagen has unveiled the GTD version of its seventh-generation Golf, a model that’s designed to mix hot hatch dynamics with fuel efficiency.
Like its predecessor, power comes from a 2.0 litre common-rail turbodiesel engine connected to a six-speed manual gearbox. However, output is up by 14 bhp (10 kW / 14 PS) to 181 bhp (135 kW / 184 PS), while peak torque has risen from 350 Nm (258 lb/ft) to 380 Nm (280 lb/ft).
+Front+Side.jpg "Volkswagen Golf GTD (2013) Front Side")
As a result, the 0-62 mph sprint takes 7.5 seconds and the GTD can reach 142 mph (230 km/h). Very respectable performance then, but not quite good enough to compete with the forthcoming petrol-powered GTI’s 6.6 seconds and 153 mph (246 km/h).
The diesel Golf will require fewer refuelling stops though, a factor that’ll probably be more appealing to the car’s target audience. Indeed, combined cycle consumption is 67.3 mpg (4.2 l/100km) and carbon dioxide emissions are 109 g/km, figures that are both significantly better than those of the old GTD.
Distinguishing the 2013 GTD are 17” alloy wheels, a rear diffuser, side skirts, a roof spoiler and sports seats that are covered with special tartan upholstery. Stiffened sports suspension is also fitted, and a six-speed DSG automatic transmission is on the options list.
UK deliveries of the Golf GTD are anticipated to begin this summer, although pricing has yet to be announced.
+Interior.jpg "Volkswagen Golf GTD (2013) Interior")
+Rear+Side.jpg "Volkswagen Golf GTD (2013) Rear Side")
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Like its predecessor, power comes from a 2.0 litre common-rail turbodiesel engine connected to a six-speed manual gearbox. However, output is up by 14 bhp (10 kW / 14 PS) to 181 bhp (135 kW / 184 PS), while peak torque has risen from 350 Nm (258 lb/ft) to 380 Nm (280 lb/ft).
+Front+Side.jpg "Volkswagen Golf GTD (2013) Front Side")
As a result, the 0-62 mph sprint takes 7.5 seconds and the GTD can reach 142 mph (230 km/h). Very respectable performance then, but not quite good enough to compete with the forthcoming petrol-powered GTI’s 6.6 seconds and 153 mph (246 km/h).
The diesel Golf will require fewer refuelling stops though, a factor that’ll probably be more appealing to the car’s target audience. Indeed, combined cycle consumption is 67.3 mpg (4.2 l/100km) and carbon dioxide emissions are 109 g/km, figures that are both significantly better than those of the old GTD.
Distinguishing the 2013 GTD are 17” alloy wheels, a rear diffuser, side skirts, a roof spoiler and sports seats that are covered with special tartan upholstery. Stiffened sports suspension is also fitted, and a six-speed DSG automatic transmission is on the options list.
UK deliveries of the Golf GTD are anticipated to begin this summer, although pricing has yet to be announced.
+Interior.jpg "Volkswagen Golf GTD (2013) Interior")
+Rear+Side.jpg "Volkswagen Golf GTD (2013) Rear Side")
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