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VW: R32 to return to lineup in 2008
[Source: http://www.leftlanenews.com/2007/02/...en-rabbit-r32/ ]
Click for gallery links. 2008 Volkswagen Rabbit R32 http://images.leftlanenews.com/conte...swagen-r32.jpg http://images.leftlanenews.com/conte...swagen-r32.jpg Volkswagen today announced the return of its motorsports-inspired R32 at the Chicago Auto Show. First introduced in 2004, the R32 delivers the "ultimate in Volkswagen sports performance with dynamic handling and refined road manners," the company says. The R32’s power comes from a 3.2 L naturally aspirated 15-degree narrow angle V6 engine. With 250 horsepower and 236 ft. lbs. of torque, the R32 is all muscle. The standard 4MOTION all-wheel-drive system transfers at least 75 percent of available torque to the rear wheels. Volkswagen’s acclaimed DSG transmission allows for seamless gear changes and accelerates from 0-60 in approximately 6.4 seconds. It features fully independent multi-link rear suspension that sits wider and lower than its GTI sibling. Twin chrome exhausts, 18-inch alloy wheels, Bi-Xenon headlights, a uniquely shaped front grille and R32 badging distinguish this car from anything else on the road. A rear roof spoiler and deep front spoiler, coupled with body-colored bumpers, side bump strips, door handles and door mirrors, add to the streamlined, sporty look. The R32 boasts a long list of safety features, including Electronic Stabilization Program that reacts to critical driving situations in milliseconds by controlling the speed of individual wheels; and a confidence-inspiring Anti-Lock Braking System that helps to prevent wheels from locking under heavy braking. Brake Assist boosts brake pressure in emergency braking situations and the state-of-the-art Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution automatically varies the amount of force applied to each of a vehicle's brakes based on road and driving conditions. Inside, the R32 takes it cues from racing with aluminum-look foot pedals and deep front sports seats. Features such as automatic climate control (Climatronic), ten-speaker premium CD stereo system, rain sensing wipers, automatic dimming interior rear-view mirror, heatable front seats and heated washer nozzles, anti-theft alarm, cruise control and trip computer are all standard. |
VDubs are looking aight... Did they fix the horrendous reliability problems?
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Originally Posted by Ochdx
(Post 3360694)
VDubs are looking aight... Did they fix the horrendous reliability problems?
The question in my mind is where VW plans to build the USDM R32, because quality control is still an issue. Let's just say the jury is still out. :oh: |
I like the first R32 better.
As far as reliability being better? I think not. At least it was still an issue at the last dealership I worked at. |
DSG... and only low 6 second 0-60's? thats far from the awd competiton... and thats with the DSG acceleration gain!?
that DSG is clumsy as hell in the downshifts too i hear.... doesn't really impress me. |
Originally Posted by sherwood
(Post 3360972)
DSG... and only low 6 second 0-60's? thats far from the awd competiton... and thats with the DSG acceleration gain!?
that DSG is clumsy as hell in the downshifts too i hear.... doesn't really impress me. I drove a 3.2 Quattro TT with the DSG and it's an impressive box. As for the 0-60, it's the weight. I'll bet you this version comes in at over 3000lbs, easy. :hs: |
Originally Posted by TheOtherDave™
(Post 3361036)
Drive it before judging.
I drove a 3.2 Quattro TT with the DSG and it's an impressive box. As for the 0-60, it's the weight. I'll bet you this version comes in at over 3000lbs, easy. :hs: i'm sure the DSG is impressive.. i'm just stating that from what i've heard that on a circuit course it might be more of an annoyance. note that this is also probably because most of the drivers are so used to operating a normal transmission |
The last gen DSG would upshift for you. This gen is suppose to not upshift for you.
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Originally Posted by TheOtherDave™
(Post 3361036)
Drive it before judging.
I drove a 3.2 Quattro TT with the DSG and it's an impressive box. As for the 0-60, it's the weight. I'll bet you this version comes in at over 3000lbs, easy. :hs: When I was car shopping I test drove a DSG GTI. I wasn't all that impressed by the DSG. I still felt like that after pushing the paddle, there was still a pretty long delay before it shifted. |
That's pretty disappointing considering what the last version R32 accomplished. It wasn't faster than the WRX, but it was pretty close.
This one has just got blown out of the water. The only reason I would buy it is due to the AWD drivertrain, which you can't get in the GTi. The GTi alone with easy mods can smoke this overpriced behemoth. It needs something closer to ~280 hp / 260 lb ft torque to compete with the WRX. |
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