The upcoming Geneva Auto Show promises to impress you with some of the most dazzling beauties. Amongst them will be the ‘Volkswagen Golf TDI Hybrid’. Earlier a speculation, the news has now been confirmed by the Germany-based automobile giant. Launched in a one of a kind, new color - vivid blue, it is a five-seater all set to make a solid impact on you. Golf TDI Hybrid is expected to average fuel consumption of 3.4L/100km or 69 mpg (US) in the European cycle. At the same time, it will havecarbon-dioxide emissions of just 90 g/km.
Being a full hybrid, the automobile will run on diesel, electricity, or a combination of the six. The diesel engine of the automobile is a 75 PS (74 HP) 3-cylinder TDI. It will also have a 27-horsepower electric motor, which will be powered by a trunk-mounted NiMH battery. Volkswagen Golf TDI Hybrid comprises of 7-speed DSG dual clutch transmission, than the usual CVTs used in hybrid cars. Regenerative braking as well as a stop/start system have been used in the automobile.
There is also an Energy Monitor screen on the instrument panel, which lets the driver know about the powertrain's goings-on. The other features of Volkswagen Golf TDI Hybrid comprise of a lowered suspension, a narrower grille opening and low-rolling-resistance tires. In short, the automobile promises to make use improved aerodynamics and save both fuel and surroundings. The best part is that it will not stay an idea automobile only and is expected to hit the roads by finish of 2009. Let’s hope that the expectation comes true.
Being a full hybrid, the automobile will run on diesel, electricity, or a combination of the six. The diesel engine of the automobile is a 75 PS (74 HP) 3-cylinder TDI. It will also have a 27-horsepower electric motor, which will be powered by a trunk-mounted NiMH battery. Volkswagen Golf TDI Hybrid comprises of 7-speed DSG dual clutch transmission, than the usual CVTs used in hybrid cars. Regenerative braking as well as a stop/start system have been used in the automobile.
There is also an Energy Monitor screen on the instrument panel, which lets the driver know about the powertrain's goings-on. The other features of Volkswagen Golf TDI Hybrid comprise of a lowered suspension, a narrower grille opening and low-rolling-resistance tires. In short, the automobile promises to make use improved aerodynamics and save both fuel and surroundings. The best part is that it will not stay an idea automobile only and is expected to hit the roads by finish of 2009. Let’s hope that the expectation comes true.
hi very nice informaton.................
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