2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI Cabriolet - Pricing Announced

2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI Cabriolet is in fact the first ever convertible in GTI history, which is able to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in only 7.3 seconds. This is due to its outstanding engine, which is able to produce 210 horsepower and 280 Newton metres of torque from 1,700 rpm.

For decades GTI is considered one of the most original vehicles among compact sports cars. The numbers in sales speak for themselves. Volkswagen has sold over 1.8 million Golf GTI cars, and now is making a further step in the marketing launching the first open-top version of the iconGTI icon.

2012 Volkswagen GTI Cabriolet comes to offer its driver 155 kW (210 hp) of pure power. In addition to that it is perfect for the hot summer days being a true convertible. It includes standard features such as an electric soft-top, air conditioning, electric windows, an audio system and a roll-over protection system. A further advantage of the cabrio is that it is the most economical model in its class.

In details, the driving performance of the GTI, powered by a 2.0-litre turbocharged engine (this in fact is the most powerful Golf Cabriolet ever created) accelerates from 0-100 km/h in just 7.3 seconds. And if you wonder about its top speed, it is 237 km/h. All this power comes with a fuel consumption of just 7.6 l/100 km and CO2 emissions of 177 g/km.

The Golf GTI will also be offered with dual clutch gearbox, which makes it the only convertible in its class to include it.

In terms of external appearance, the GTI is characterized by the typical GTI features. They include: red-framed radiator grille with honeycomb structure and GTI signature, the front GTI bumper, a new rear diffuser, chrome tailpipes, LED rear lights, side sill extensions and standard 17-inch ‘Denver' alloy wheels.

The interior however is more impressive, because it features sport seats upholstered in classic ‘Jacky' tartan fabric. Moreover, the GTI has one of the most spacious interiors in its class.

It is designed with 250 liter boot, which is entirely usable even when the top is down. Further space is provided by the split rear bench backrest, which can be folded.

The soft top of the Golf Cabriolet has a basic construction. It is specifically designed for high speeds and has a standard electro-hydraulic drive, which opens the top in just 9.0 seconds. The top could also be opened when the Golf is running up to 30 km/h.

In terms of safety and security features, the GTI comes equipped with: a roll-over protection system that rapidly deploys in fractions of a second; a reinforced windscreen frame; and numerous other structural modifications (underbody, side parts, sills, rear bulkhead, doors); front and side head/thorax airbags, a knee airbag on the driver's side; ESP; electronic transverse differential lock (XDS).

2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI Cabriolet will be available at dealerships in mid-June with a starting price of 31 350 Euros.

Volkswagen Golf GTI Cabriolet (2012)

Source: Volkswagen