What the...

[trev1342]

http://jalopnik.com/the-volkswagen-golf-gte-is-a-130-mpg-plug-in-hybrid-gti-1526756874

Why, Just why...
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[Vancity2Constantinople1]

because VAG owns supercars, hence this is a supercar that can beat a bugatti.

look how fast that interior is.

 

[eurocars1]

why not? I almost like the front better than the R

 

[trev1342]

why not? I almost like the front better than the R

The front, okay it's pretty nice. It's the powertrain.

 

[trev1342]

because VAG owns supercars, hence this is a supercar that can beat a bugatti.

look how fast that interior is.

And Superior. :lol:

So with logical thinking we can conclude that a truly superior interior adds 1,000HP!

 

[FlyByGti1]

Still don't like the headlight stripes but it's not bad at all.

 

[DDKing13]

I dont see the problem with this.

 

[trev1342]

Why get a Hybrid GTI?? I just can't see this selling especially when you have gas, diesel options for both the Golf & GTI. Then you have bluemotion models specifically designed for economy. As I said its not the design, its just the idea of a hybrid GTI. Now if it's faster than other hybrids out there and it drives well, that will be a good thing.

 

[Zillon]

As long as it handles well and goes well, I don't see the problem.

I'm all for increases in powertrain efficiency, as long as the overall driving feel isn't muffled or eliminated.

 

[nakenyon]

This definitely would potentially interest me. I'm with Zill though, I wonder of the overall driving feel is still on the same level.

 

[trev1342]

This definitely would potentially interest me. I'm with Zill though, I wonder of the overall driving feel is still on the same level.

That's what I'm saying. Tesla has pulled it off with the fully-electric Model-S. We need more performance hybrids on the market. Something that gets great mileage but it drives just as good as a gas powered car.

 

[AtoBtoV]

Hybrids have always piqued my interest but there's no way I'm willing to get into something deathly boring with an awful CVT. To someone who does a lot of city driving but isn't willing to give up performance, this is an awesome option.

This is as close as it comes to a poor man's Tesla Model S, I'll definitely be giving it a test drive.

 

[GertieGTI]

Makes sense to me since I commute 30 miles a day in traffic. I only have fun with it on the weekends or on ramps/ off ramps during the week.

Best of both worlds, MPG's during the week and fun canyons on the weekend.

 

[AtoBtoV]

Makes sense to me since I commute 30 miles a day in traffic. I only have fun with it on the weekends or on ramps/ off ramps during the week.

Best of both worlds, MPG's during the week and fun canyons on the weekend.

Seriously, the more I read the more I like it. I could go 5 days a week running on electric only. With only 3350lbs (likely with a very low CoG) and a conservative 0-60 of mid 7's there would be plenty of fun to be had on weekends too.

 

[Tk_mkv1]

i call my gti as a economical fast car :laugh: