Volkswagen Introduces the Plug-in Hybrid Golf GTE

It's here. Volkswagen's plug-in Hybrid Golf GTE made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show in February and it's heading to a dealership near you. It's a cause for celebration and excitement. The Golf has long been one of Volkswagen's best sellers because of its versatility, dependability, durability and affordability. Stellar qualities especially with the state of modern economic times. By offering it in a hybrid makes the ultimate everyman car environmentally friendly as well. The hybrid Golf has been a big seller in Europe for years with good reason. The question is: 'When will American drivers get to experience Volkswagen's plug-in Hybrid Golf GTE?'

Volkswagen has long represented quality engineering and the plug-in, hybrid Golf continues the tradition. Its power comes from two sources. There is 148 horsepower turbocharged 1.4 liter 4 cylinder engine featuring direct injection. This is coupled with an electric motor powered by a lithium-ion battery which produces 101 horsepower. Together they provide over 200 horsepower. More than enough to do everything on people's schedule with ease. Plus it offers 258 pound-feet of torque. Its specially designed six speed dual-clutch transmission, smoothly pushes the power for this innovative front wheel drive vehicle.

The hybrid Golf has a top speed of over 135 mph and can go from 0 to 60 in a respectable 7.6 seconds. When using strictly electric power, the hybrid Gold can reach a top speed of over 80 miles an hour and go for 30 miles. Add a full tank of gas and the vehicle can run just under 600 miles before it needs refueling or charging. Its liquid cooled battery only weighs 265 of the vehicle's 3,360 pounds. VW worked hard to keep the battery's weight low to improve mileage and efficiency high. It can also be fully charged in three and a half hours.

Inside, the Golf GTE still has the trademark tartan. Plus it comes with all the bells and whistles for which modern electric vehicles are known. Things like a power meter, a power flow meter to let you know how efficient the vehicle is, and a map showing available charging station in a 360 degree range. True by adding the electric option VW is being environmentally responsible, the Wolfsburg crew has also made this car fun to drive. This is not your parents VW Golf. The 2014 hybrid Golf GTE gives you a glimpse of the future.

At its heart it is the same Golf millions of drivers worldwide have fallen in love with. It provides enough room for families with more than enough fun and sportiness or the single and sexy. The VW GTE is already a sensation in Europe and drivers in other markets are salivating as they wait their turn to put this impressive vehicle through its paces. Its advanced suspension makes it one of the most comfortable vehicles you'll ever drive, while giving it near sports car-like handling. A test drive will leave you begging for more.

The exterior of the hybrid Golf GTE reflects the time VW invested in giving the vehicle its own distinct personality. From its prominent C-signature of its daytime running lights, to the splashes of blue integrated in its color scheme, smoked number plate lighting, and a radiator crossbar which runs into the LED dual headlights to give it an even sportier look, the hybrid Golf GTE stands out. Its parking light and turn signals also use LED technology. VW designed special aerodynamic aluminum-alloy wheels just for the GTE.

The interior reveals a leather-wrapped steering wheel, touchscreen, high-resolution 6.5-inch “Composition Media” radio system, and access to the download of the “Volkswagen Car-Net e-Remote” app for smartphones at no charge. It can be used to access information and control functions. The future looks bright for the hybrid Golf drivers.

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