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2006 Volkswagen Golf R32

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Get ready for the newly facelifted Volkswagen R32 in the upcoming year. Just two years ago, Volkswagen released the first version of the hopped up Golf known as the R32 was released here in the United States and indeled this new sport compact in the tuner world. The R32 was welcomed and embraced at its inception and within the same model year, replica R32 body kits were already being released by Vision Autodynamics and Extreme Dimensions.

The R32 mustered a mighty amount of horsepower as it was powered by the 6 Cylinder Toureg engine pushing this lightweight and agile vehicle. Although the R32 was released after the fourth model year of the Golf 4, a change was emminent for the ever popular Golf. In 2005 the Volkswagen Jetta recieved an updated facelift, and although in every other model year the Golf had followed suit, we had to wait an additional year for the newly redesigned hatchback to show itself.

For 2006, the Golf R32 is the fastest Golf ever, retaining its V6 engine. At the heart of the new top of the range Golf is a four-valve six-cylinder engine, which has a displacement of 3,189 cm3 and delivers 320 Newton metres. Its sonorous tone testifies to its superior power development. The engine propels the Golf forwards from any rev range as if there was no air resistance. Power to weight ratio: 6 kg/hp.

The new Golf R32 has an aggressive look that purposely distinguishes itself from the previous versions that have already garnered so much attention. Customers have an excellent choice of exterior colors including the exclusive “Deep Blue Pearl Effect”, which ensured the first generation of R32 could be spotted miles away. Like the current Golf GTI and Golf GT, the Golf R32 has its own special radiator grill. The design and aluminium look of the R32 grille also distinguish it from the GTI and GT front. Particularly the lower part of the grille framed by Bi-Xenon headlights shows great modulation in the style of classic sports cars. Double aluminium-look horizontal bars in the upper section of the radiator form a further R32 element. Additionaly, induction ports on the new R32 feed the Toureg engine from the lower ports of the vehicle, which is now color matched to the rest of the car.

Inside the R32 is roomy and avant garde such as its Audi counterparts. The sporty and exclusive character of the Golf R32 is also reflected in the interior. Highlights include standard sports seats with integrated R32 logo – or optional sports bucket seats exclusively developed for the Golf R32, the metal applications “Engine Spin” (with a circular pattern), a specially designed gearstick knob and a sports steering wheel (leather / perforated leather) with integrated R32 logo in metal for excellent synthesis of good grip and top-class long distance comfort.

We are pleased to see the new R32 comes tuner ready and picks up where the previous version has left off. We expect new body kits,to arrive shortly from Extreme Dimensions and Euro Garage R, as well as new carbon fiber hoods, hatch and other accessories to be coming out from VIS racing sports. Please check back for updates and more on the new R32.

Basic Specifications:

price 32 200 Euros
engine V6
position Front Transverse
valvetrain DOHC, 4 Valves per Cyl
fuel feed Direct Petrol Injection
displacement 3200 cc / 195.3 cu in
power 186.4 kw / 250 bhp @ Not Available rpm
hp per litre 126.01 bhp per litre
bhp/weight 188.25 bhp per tonne
drive wheels 4-Motion 4WD
front brakes Discs w/EPBD, ABS
f brake size 345 mm / 13.6 in
rear brakes Discs w/EPBD, ABS
r brake size 310 mm / 12.2 in
front tire size 225/40-18
rear tire size 225/40-18
steering Electro-Mechanical servotronic steering with speed-dependent Pow
f suspension MacPherson Struts w/Lower Wishbone, Coil-Over Shocks, Anti-Roll Bar
r suspension 4-Link w/Coil-Over Shocks, Anti-Roll Bar
weight 1328 kg / 2928 lbs
wheelbase 2578 mm / 101.5 in
length 4196 mm / 166.0 in
width 1759 mm / 69.3 in
height 1466 mm / 57.7 in
transmission 6-Speed Manual or 6-Speed DSC
gear ratios 3.36:1, 2.09:1, 1.47:1, 0.87:1, 0.73:1
0 - 60 mph 6.2 seconds

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