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Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport Track Edition
Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport Track Edition
The Ultimate Golf GTI Arrives as a Special Limited Edition
Volkswagen Group Japan has released the "Golf GTI Clubsport Track Edition," a special limited model commemorating the 40th anniversary of the Golf GTI. This is the most high-spec GTI in its history, with only 400 units available.
Text by YANAKA Tomomi
Developed to Commemorate the Golf GTI's 40th Anniversary
Born in 1976 as a derivative of the Golf, the sporty hatchbackGolf GTI" . To celebrate its 40th anniversary, Volkswagen developed the special limited model "Golf GTI Clubsport" . The "Golf GTI Clubsport Track Edition" is the first in this series.
The powertrain is based on the 2.0-liter turbo engine from theGolf R"Golf R," with a maximum output of 195 kW (265 ps), an increase of 33 kW (45 ps) over the current Golf GTI, and a maximum torque of 350 Nm (35.7 kgm). Furthermore, a boost function is included that allows the engine to generate a maximum output of 213 kW (290 ps) and a maximum torque of 380 Nm for 10 seconds simply by kick-down. The transmission is a 6-speed DSG.
The DSG is equipped with launch control, achieving 0-100 km/h in 5.9 seconds and a top speed of 250 km/h.
To match the improved performance, the braking system has also been enhanced. Both front and rear brakes are now ventilated discs, with the discs enlarged to φ340×30mm at the front and φ312×22mm at the rear.
The exterior also features a front bumper and rear diffuser exclusively designed for the Clubsport. It rides on large 19-inch tires. As the name "Track Edition" suggests, the interior is equipped with Recaro sport seats suitable for hard circuit driving, creating a sporty space accented with red.
The body colors are Pure White and Carbon Steel Grey Metallic, both combined with a black roof. A total of 400 units will be sold, 200 of each color, priced at 4,699,000 yen.
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Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport Track Edition
Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport Track Edition
Body Dimensions | Length 4,275 × Width 1,800 × Height 1,470 mm
Wheelbase | 2,635 mm
Vehicle Weight | 1,430 kg
Engine | 1,984cc Inline 4-cylinder DOHC Turbo
Maximum Output | 195 kW (265 ps) / 5,350-6,600 rpm
Maximum Torque | 350 Nm (35.7 kgm) / 1,700-5,300 rpm
Transmission | 6-speed AT (DSG)
Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension | 4-link
Tires | 225/35R19
Fuel Economy (JC08 Mode) | 14.7 km/ℓ
CO2 Emissions | 158 g/km
Seating Capacity | 5 people
Number of Units Sold | Limited to 400 units (200 Pure White, 200 Carbon Steel Grey Metallic)
Price | 4,699,000 yen
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