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VW Golf GTE

Volkswagen has introduced the new Golf GTE. It is an improved version of the Golf GTI with hybrid technology.

This plug-in hybrid, thanks to Urban Motors, has received some improvements. Instead of red trim, GTE has eco-friendly blue bits. The car has a new suspension thanks to which the GTE is lower by 45mm, which results in better handling.

Inside, there are blue tartan seats with lots of blue details. The car features an 8-inch entertainment system and a 10-inch digital driver screen as standard.

The GTE has 20-inch Barracuda Project 3.0 black rims from the Ultralight Series line with Continental Sport Contact 6 tires.

The Golf GTE has a 1.4-liter four-cylinder turbo petrol engine and a 113 hp electric motor, which combined to produce 245 hp and 400 Nm of torque. Accelerates from 0 – 62 mph in 6.7 seconds with a top speed of 140 mph. Thanks to the electric motor, the GTE can drive 37 miles at 80 mph.

VW offers an additional driver assistance package called IQ.DRIVE that boosts standard cruise control that can accelerate, brake and steer for you at 130 mph.

Source: Volkswagen

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Audi RS3 LMS

For 2021, Audi has introduced a new generation of RS3 LMS. Compared to its predecessor, it differs in top design, mechanical and technological upgrades.

The new RS3 LMS has a large radiator grille, a centrally placed exhaust pipe at the rear and a larger fixed rear wing. Audi says that “no other TCR touring car offers as many optional safety components”.

Chris Reinke, Head of Audi Sport customer racing, said: “Our new Audi RS 3 LMS thus takes on a great and responsible legacy. The focus of our development goals for our latest model was on the customers. Whether it’s about running times or setup options, safety or cockpit ergonomics: we want to offer the teams a car that’s even more of a race car than before, that has many practical advantages in everyday use and that can be operated economically thanks to long- running times. ”

The RS3 LMS is powered by 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 340 hp (250 kW) and 332 lb-ft (450 Nm) of torque (at 2,500 rpm). It reaches 62 mph in about 4.5 seconds. The engine is paired with a six-speed transmission through which power is transmitted to the front axle with a limited slip differential.

Driver safety is at a high level. There is a protective cage made of steel pipes, six-point seat belts, large racing seats, a fire protection system and more. Optionally it is possible to get safety nets right and left, and the McPherson suspension has also been significantly changed.

Source: Audi

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Audi RSQ8-R

ABT Sportsline tuned the Audi RS Q8 making it a real beast. Although the Audi RS Q8 is one of the fastest SUVs, ABT has shown that this car can do more. This is the Audi RSQ8-R.

Only 125 units will be produced for the 125th anniversary of ABT Sportsline. The car has an aerodynamic body kit with carbon components including front, side and rear accessories, side mirrors, air vents on the extended fenders. The RS Q8 comes with 23-inch GR black rims and 295/35 tires.

The power of the 4.0-liter V8 twin-turbocharged engine has been increased from 600 hp (441 kW) and 800 Nm of torque and now stands at 740 hp (544 kW) and 920 Nm of torque. Additional power is achieved thanks to the ABT Engine Control unit and a specially designed intercooler. The RSQ8-R accelerates from 0-62 mph in 3.4 seconds which is 0.4 seconds faster than the standard RS Q8, and the top speed is 195 mph.

The RSQ8-R has a new suspension and a stainless steel exhaust system with four 102 mm pipe ends. The ABT steering wheel has been upgraded. The armrest, center console and ABT seat refinement have been revised.

The price of the car is $ 114,000 and the upgrade costs are € 69,900 EUR ($ 84,000).