Volkswagen's latest BlueMotion incarnation, the MK5 Golf BlueMotion, has been scheduled for launch at this years the International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt. In total, six new models with technology that is as economical as it is environmentally friendly, will debut at the world’s largest car show. Its fuel consumption has been reduced by a full 0.6 liters compared to the original, 1.9 TDI model. Similarly, CO2 emissions have been reduced from 135 g/km to 119 g/km. Actions taken on the BlueMotion make it so efficient that now distances of more than 745 miles are possible on just one Golf tank of fuel (55 liters)....
This detailed video of of the Golf GTI W12 finally shows the car being put through its paces. Filmed by Autocar.co.uk this should hopefully dispel any rumors that may have been floating around as to validity of the claims VW held over the GTI W12's thoroughbred nature.
Called the GTi W12-650, it uses a twin-turbocharged W12 engine producing a claimed 553lb ft torque. The engine, borrowed from the luxury end of the VW range usually found in the Phaeton must have taken some design planning to wedge into the MK5 chassis. It would seem VW have adapted the engine somewhat into the MK5 and the presenter explains about how torque delivery is limited in 1st and 2nd gear to help get power down....