Volkswagen Golf GTI cabriolet coming
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1st March, 2012
A year ago, Volkswagen presented their new Golf Cabriolet at the Geneva
Motor Show. Now, at the same venue, the top version of the VW Golf is making its world debut: the first GTI Cabriolet
in the history of the Volkswagen Golf! The GTI engine provides the open-top four-seater with 155 kW of power, making it
the most powerful Golf Cabriolet ever. GTI does not only mean more power, but also a sportier exterior and interior and
precisely tuned running gear. The first Golf GTI Cabriolet models will be delivered just in time for the arrival of the
European summer.
XDS is standard, DSG optional
Customers can specify either a 6-speed manual gearbox or 6-speed DSG (dual clutch gearbox) version. Both gearboxes
send the power of the turbocharged petrol direct-injection engine to the front axle. At a low 1,700 rpm, the engine
develops a maximum torque of 280 Nm, which stays constant up to 5,300 rpm – its torque curve has an ideal plateau and is
not curved at all. To convert engine power into incredible forward propulsion, the Cabriolet is not only equipped with
electronic differential locks (EDS) in its ESP system; the GTI Cabriolet also has the XDS transverse differential lock as
standard. Even in full accelerations out of bends, the XDS system – also integrated in ESP – ensures optimal grip and
driving stability.
Strong cruiser
The Golf GTI Cabriolet accelerates to 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds (approximately) in both gearbox versions. When the
Cabriolet is driven with the roof up, its top speed is 237 km/h (DSG: 235 km/h). The combined fuel consumption rating
is 7.6 l/100 km, equivalent to CO2 emissions of 177 g/km (DSG: 7.7 l/100 km and 180 g/km CO2). The VW GTI Cabriolet is
the fact that the 2.0-litre sixteen-valve four cylinder is an ideal engine for cruising thanks to its high torque
characteristic. Even while driving in a high gear with low revs, the Golf GTI Cabriolet still has plenty of reserve
torque for acceleration.
GTI insignia on the exterior
The convertible exhibits typical visual trademarks of the GTI. On the exterior, they are the red framing at the top
and bottom of the radiator grille with its honeycomb structure and GTI signature, the front GTI bumper with a large air
inlet screen (also honeycomb) and the typical vertically arranged fog lights, a new rear diffuser and chrome tailpipes on
the left and right under the rear bumper. Similar to the GTI with a ‘permanent hard top’, this GTI also has dark-red LED
rear lights, LED licence plate illumination and side sill extensions. The classic wheels on the GTI are the standard
17-inch ‘Denver’ type alloys with their five prominent openings, fitted with 225/45 tyres. Showing the same styling, but
with a machine-polished surface and contrasting black inner surfaces are optional 18-inch alloy wheels for the Golf GTI
Cabriolet – known as ‘Detroit’ (tyre size: 225/40).
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GTI interior styling
The interior of the new Cabriolet matches that of the GTI hatchback (except for a more raked windscreen frame and
special rear bench). It also has sport seats upholstered in the classic and timeless tartan fabric (‘Jacky’), and leather
seats (‘Vienna’) are available as an option. Integrated in the seats is a lumbar support, which is activated by a lever
on the side of the seat. Naturally, this convertible also has pedals with brushed stainless steel caps, and a unique GTI
gear shift lever in aluminium look; and a leather-trimmed steering wheel with grip recesses and a GTI emblem; and the
steering wheel, gear shift cover and leather trim of the parking brake lever have decorative red seams; and the interior
lining of the soft top is black as are the trim covers of the roof pillars. All of these are typical GTI features. And so
the decorative inlays in the doors and instrument panels are GTI-specific as well: in ‘Black Stripe’ – black, high-gloss
accents in metallic look. Also standard: automatic climate control (Climatronic), chrome surrounds (e.g. around switches
for the lights, electric windows, mirrors) and the RCD 210 radio-CD system.
Summer in 9.5 seconds
The fabric top of the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet, the basic construction of which was already designed for high speeds,
was adopted 1:1 for the GTI. It is operated electro-hydraulically and takes just 9.5 seconds to open (and 11 seconds to
close). The top may also be operated while driving at speeds of up to 30 km/h. The Golf GTI Cabriolet also exhibits top
quality and safety attributes. Automatically deploying roll-over protection, front and side head/thorax airbags and a
knee airbag on the driver’s side are always standard. Last but not least, the Golf GTI Cabriolet offers a fully usable
boot (250 litres), even when the top is down.
The new Volkswagen Golf GTI cabriolet is expected to be released in Australia, although no time frame has been
confirmed as yet.
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