Preview, Volkswagen unveils the new Golf GTI Clubsport, the most powerful and “pepper” version of the famous German hatchback, expected on the famous Nurbürgring track during the ADAC 24 hour race, scheduled for 1st and 2nd June. The model is preparing to enter the good graces of sports driving enthusiasts, through a distinctive look, high performance and cutting-edge technology. The three fundamental points to respond blow for blow to fierce rivals.
Aggressive and decisive look
Already at first glance, the Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport manages to stand out from its sisters due to its aggressive and decisive look. The front features a new bumper fascia with redesigned grille and illuminated VW logo, while the LED Plus headlights have been updated with an aggressive image, adding to its aura of grandeur. On the roof, however, a large spoiler stands outto increase dynamic downforce, because performance has priority over the rest.
In this regard, however, on the “B side” there are new LED headlights and a bumper strip similar to that of the Golf R, with double exhaust integrated on the sides. The picture is completed by the new 19-inch alloy wheels, also available in the 7.7 kg Warmenau forged version, which fuels the personality projected on the outside.
Comfort and advanced safety systems
Inside, a welcoming environment combines comfort and charisma. The multifunction leather steering wheel offers perfect grip, while the advanced infotainment system with IDA voice assistant and GPT Chat integration ensures an intuitive and connected interaction. In accordance with today’s standards, the advanced “electronic brain” is capable of carrying out multiple functions quickly and with total naturalness.
Compared to the recent past, the Wolfsburg giant has preferred to take a step back when it comes to screens. Instead of implementing huge displays, the brand’s CEO, Thomas Schäfer, has put the Tesla-inspired maxi-displays aside in the renewed Volkswagen range. The rather poor graphical interface and the slow response procedures to commands had created discontent among fans, which was the trigger for the about-face implemented in the mid-career restyling of the eighth generation Golf.
The safety systems shine with their own light, useful in everyday driving. In the series package includes numerous safety and assistance systemsa, such as Front Assist with automatic emergency braking, Lane Assist and Adaptive Cruise Control. To complete the equipment, the GTI Clubsport variant integrates bucket seats and dual-zone automatic climate control.
Horse injection
Under the bonnet pulsates a powerful 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine, capable of releasing power in excess of 265 HP, probably going to 300. Maximum drive torque is managed by an electronically controlled front differential, while the adaptive chassis DCC differential is available as an option to ensure a more precise and engaging driving experience than ever before. Furthermore, lovers of fast laps have the opportunity to develop a special driving mode “Special”, in name and in fact: it will optimize behavior already on the Nürburgring circuit, chosen as the temple of its debut.
