http://forum.lowyat.net/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 03:05:49 +0800 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2253465 Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia has launched two products from Volkswagen R GmbH in Malaysia, and they are the Golf R and Passat CC R-Line. Both the Golf R and the Passat CC R-Line are performance flagships for their respective families.<br />Let’s start with the Golf R. This is the flagship of the Golf range, and is a step up from the popular Golf GTI. While the previous Mk5 R32 was powered by a (great sounding) 3.2L V6, this new one follows the downsizing trend and is motivated by a 2.0 litre four-cylinder TSI turbo engine. Despite the switch, this is the most powerful Golf ever, with 255 PS and 330 Nm of torque from 2,400 to 5,200 rpm.<br /><br />The engine is mated to a six-speed dual-clutch DSG gearbox and power is channeled to the wheels via Volkswagen’s 4MOTION all-wheel drive system. 0-100 km/h is done in just 5.7 seconds on to a limited 250 km/h top speed. Fuel consumption is 13.4% better than the R32 at 8.4 litres per 100 km.<br />Available here as a five-door hatchback like the GTI, the Golf R is packed with goodies befitting its performance. Adaptive Chassis Control (DCC), internally ventilated discs all around with R-specific brake calipers, ESP with delayed intervention, 19-inch “Talladega” alloys with 235/35 tyres, bi xenons with dynamic cornering lamps, trademark central tailpipes and “Motorsport Bucket Seats” are all standard, among other kit.<br /><br />Also included is Climatronic, the RNS 510 sat nav system with DYNAUDIO “Excite” 300W, 8-speaker stereo and an electric tilt/slide sunroof. Available in six colours (Candy White, Tornado Red, Rising Blue, Reflex Silver, United Grey, and Deep Black), the Golf R is yours for RM268,888. wkf49 The Museum Of Kopitiam Mon, 05 Mar 2012 19:24:25 +0800