Is this the MkVI Jetta ?

The German motoring magazine Auto Motor und Sport has reportedly taken shots of the Mk5 Jetta facelift.



On closer inspection of these images its very clear that the vehicle is infact the New Bora released in China earlier this year but with a different lower front bumper perhaps styled more towards Europe.

The New Bora is based on a new platform that is heavily Mk4 derived, it has been said in the press that Jetta VI would go back a step so that VW could get a better RoI compared to the current generation Jetta due to its expensive suspension components.



AMuS has stated in the article that the Jetta VI will release in September at the Paris Motor Show.

Below is the Press Release of the New Bora from earlier this year.

New Bora – New generation of bestseller fully conceptualized for China

In a world premiere, the FAW Volkswagen joint venture is presenting the New Bora at Auto China 2008 – a very independently designed mid-class sedan with first-class workmanship. This successor to the successful Bora was once again systematically adapted to the wishes of Chinese customers.



Visually, German and Chinese design influences merge in this front-wheel drive car.
Clearly indicative of Volkswagen ‘design DNA’ are characteristics such as the muscular and clear modulations, an unmistakable C-pillar, the trapezoidal line of the headlights, the typical V shaped radiator grille that is integrated in the lines of the engine hood, and the car’s timeless impression.

Simultaneously, the New Bora takes on Chinese elements like the lion dance in its prominent visual alliance of headlamps, radiator grille and bumpers.
The design of the rear corresponds to that of the front mask.
No less typical is the high waist line, which emphasizes – from a purely visually perspective as well – the excellent passive safety of the New Bora.



Also typical of Volkswagen are the New Bora’s impressive quality of workmanship, high level of active safety, great comfort, intuitive controls and very good interior space.
Its size classification: with a length of 4,540 millimeters and a width of 1,775 millimeters the New Bora is close in size to the European Jetta.
The height of the Volkswagen is 1,467 millimeters. One reason for the extraordinarily good interior space is the car’s long wheelbase of 2,610 millimeters. The 450 liter cargo area also offers multi-variable utility.

New Bora – engines

At its market introduction, FAW Volkswagen will be offering the New Bora with two modern Euro-4 gasoline engines.
Both engines are distinguished by very refined performance and low fuel consumption. The four cylinder engines can be paired with a six-speed automatic (Tiptronic) as an option.

New Bora – two equipment lines



The New Bora will be available in the two equipment lines “Trendline” and “Comfortline”. Even the base version, the “Trendline”, has standard features that include ABS, driver and front passenger airbags, power steering, power windows, climate control system and a CD-Radio (MP3-capable). Also on-board in the New Bora Comfortline are 15-inch alloy wheels, sliding sunroof, chrome package, anti-theft warning system, cruise control and parking sensors.

In addition, the top version is differentiated by an extended list of optional features.
They include leather seats, side and head airbags and a navigation system.

Source:Auto Motor und Sport

VW announces new US Motorsport Strategy

VWoA have decided against doing the GTI Cup but in its place is the new Jetta Clean TDI Cup.

Obviously this has alot to do with the future of VW in America and its marketing tactics with the Clean TDI brand.

The Jetta TDI Racer will have 170hp/125kW @ 295 ft.-lbs./ 350Nm 1900-2500rpm of torque, with DSG transmission and a race tuned suspension package.

Visually the Jetta TDI Racer will have the Thunder Bunny front spoiler combined with the Jetta side skirts and rear valence from the Jetta Styling kit and a whopping wing from VW Motorsport in Germany and when you add the 18inch rims its just the hottest Jetta yet.

Alongside the TDI Cup VW will also compete in the 2008 SCORE International Racing Series including the SCORE Baja 1000 in a specially designed race Touareg made by VW Motorsport HQ in Hanover, Germany.

If it looks good as the illustration were in for a treat.


VW have also launched a new US VW Motorsport website which you will find after the jump.....

Volkswagen to Feature Clean Diesel Power in Jetta TDI Cup Racing Series

LAS VEGAS – Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that it will bring TDI clean diesel technology to select North American race tracks starting in May 2008. The Jetta TDI Cup series will be sanctioned by the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) Pro Racing Inc., and will appear at up to eight major racing venues in North America during 2008.

“The Jetta TDI Cup racing series will celebrate Volkswagen’s diesel technology and heritage in motorsports as good, clean fun,” said Stefan Jacoby, CEO, Volkswagen of America, Inc. “Not only will the young drivers gain real-life track experience in a factory-prepared race vehicle, it will allow them to develop their own mindset of today’s clean diesel technology, and foster increased awareness of its advantages in this new era of environmental sensitivity.”

The Jetta TDI Cup shifts gears from the previously announced GTI program, allowing Volkswagen to showcase the power and performance of its new clean diesel technology, available in the upcoming 2009 Jetta TDI sedan and SportWagen. With up to 30 Jetta TDI’s competing in the hands of aspiring, young drivers, this unique motorsport offering will highlight a new, exciting platform of racing that does not currently exist – a full field of clean diesel powered vehicles.

“With the Jetta TDI Cup, Volkswagen has created an amazing platform to develop young drivers and expand their knowledge about clean and quiet diesel technology,” said Robert Wildberger, president and CEO, SCCA Pro Racing, Inc. “We look forward to the series in hopes that it will attract more attention to the drivers and advantages of diesel power.”

The Jetta TDI Cup racecars will be optimized for track performance and safety. To focus on the skill of the young drivers and to ensure performance parity, proper maintenance and safety standards, all vehicles will be owned and maintained by Volkswagen. The heart of the Jetta TDI Cup racing vehicle will be the all-new, high-tech 2.0-liter four-cylinder TDI clean diesel engine rated at 170 horsepower and nearly 300 ft.-lbs. of torque in racing trim. The Jetta TDI race vehicles will be outfitted with a six-speed automatic DSG® transmission, electro-mechanical power rack-and-pinion steering system, and advanced multi-link fully independent race-tuned suspension, driver airbag supplemental restraint system, and four-wheel ABS racing brakes.

Signifying Volkswagen’s environmental commitment, the Jetta TDI Cup series will be certified as CarbonFree by Carbonfund.org. Additional program details will be available at www.vwmotorsportusa.com by mid-November 2007.

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Volkswagen Preparing Touareg TDI For SCORE International Off-Road Racing Competition

LAS VEGAS — Volkswagen of America, Inc. has announced that it will build and race a competition Touareg TDI race vehicle in the 2008 SCORE International Racing Series. Specifically engineered to address the unique and harsh terrain of the Baja peninsula, the Touareg TDI race vehicle will compete in the SCORE Trophy Truck Open Production – Unlimited Class. The vehicle will be introduced in late 2008.

“Volkswagen’s off-road racing heritage dates back to the very first Baja 1000 and we’ve been very successful in recent off-road racing events such as the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, the Dakar Rally and a fantastic result at the 2007 Baja 500,” said Kris Nissen, Volkswagen Motorsport Director. “The experiences gained from previous racing successes with high-powered diesel engines will allow us to build the Touareg TDI race vehicle to address the various challenges of Baja.”

“The vehicles and technology that Volkswagen has contributed to the SCORE Baja races for the past 40 years have helped to define the series,” said Sal Fish, president and CEO of SCORE International. “We look forward to continuing the relationship with them and bringing clean diesel technology to the racers.”

The Touareg TDI race vehicle will be driven by multiple Baja winners, Mark Miller, a long –time Volkswagen Factory driver, and Ryan Arciero. Miller set the record for best finishing time in a diesel vehicle at the 2007 Baja 500. Arciero set a world record at the 2007 Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in July with the fastest time in the alternative fuel diesel truck high performance showroom stock division.

For more information about Volkswagen’s motorsport initiatives, please visit www.vwmotorsportusa.com.

Source: VWoA & TDIClub Forums

To the point – IAA 2007: BlueMotion Offensive

Update: added image gallery (at the end of the press release)

-Advanced technologies for sustained mobility

-Six new BlueMotion models in one stroke: Golf, Golf Plus, Golf Variant, Jetta, Touran, Caddy all debut as BlueMotion at the IAA

-BlueMotion as environmental badge: Affordable VW technologies reduce CO2 emissions

Wolfsburg, 11 September 2007 - Volkswagen is dramatically expanding the range of its especially environmentally friendly BlueMotion models. After the Polo BlueMotion – the world’s most economical five-seater –, the Passat BlueMotion and Passat Variant BlueMotion, the company is simultaneously introducing six new models at this year’s IAA in Frankfurt that carry BlueMotion technology which is as economical as it is environmentally friendly and affordable:The Golf, Golf Plus, Golf Variant, Jetta, Touran and the near-production concept car Caddy BlueMotion. This means that starting in 2008, Volkswagen will be offering a model with the successful BlueMotion environmental badge in nearly every one of its model series. Together they have the potential, in Germany alone, of saving four million liters of fuel and 10,600 metric tons of CO2 annually.

Most economical Golf of all times. A highlight anticipated by many car drivers is the new Golf BlueMotion. With just 4.5 liters of diesel per 100 kilometers, its fuel consumption has been reduced by 0.6 liter compared to the predecessor model – a reduction of almost twelve percent. Analogously, CO2 emissions were also reduced by 135 g/km to just 119 g/km now; a top result for a vehicle of its size.

Clean, practical, economical. Extremely low fuel consumption values are also exhibited by the Golf Variant BlueMotion (4.6 l / 100 km; 122 g/km CO2), the Golf Plus BlueMotion (4.8 l / 100 km; 127 g/km CO2), Jetta BlueMotion (4.6 l / 100 km; 122 g/km CO2), Touran BlueMotion (5.5 l / 100 km; 146 g / km CO2) and the concept car Caddy BlueMotion (5.8 l / 100 km; 154 g/km CO2). They are all powered by an efficient TDI that outputs 77 kW / 105 PS. Always included as standard equipment: The particulate filter.


BlueMotion advances to become quality seal for preservation of resources

The name BlueMotion not only refers to the automobile, its fuel economy and emissions, but comprehensively to the whole brand. Blue – the corporate color of Volkswagen stands for the elements to be protected, water and air. Motion – embodies the aspect of forward, future-directed mobility. The goal is to protect the earth’s resources for future generations. Within just one and a half years, BlueMotion has advanced to become a quality seal for economy without compromises in driving fun.

At the same time, the BlueMotion offensive is a continuation of a decade-long tradition in engines at Volkswagen. At the latest since the first Golf D – which revolutionized the compact class in 1976 with its self-igniting diesel – the brand has acted as an innovator in the field of economical diesel engines. Other milestones were the special Formula-E models from the early 1980s and the cutting-edge Lupo 3L TDI, the first full-fledged three-liter production vehicle in the world. Today, the Polo BlueMotion has taken up a leadership position. With fuel consumption of only 3.8 liters per 100 kilometers and 99 g/km CO2 emissions it is the most economical five-seater on the world market.


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Source:Volkswagen Media Services

2008MY Mexican spec Jetta (new City Jetta ???)

VW Mexico have released their facelifted version of the 4th Gen Jetta for South America and possibly Canada where its known as City Jetta.

In Mexico.......... its avaliable in 3 grades the Europa, Trendline and TDI.
All come with a AM/FM Radio with MP3 capablity and USB port, Central locking and many other standard features.

Below is a brief analysis of each variant grade and its standard features.

Europa
-man/auto 2.0L
-15 inch steel wheels
-(double front airbag optional)

Trendline
-man 5spd/auto 2.0L
-15 inch alloy wheels
-air conditioning
-electric mirrors
-electric windows

TDI
-man 1.9L 5pd
-16 inch alloy wheels
-air conditioning
-electric mirrors
-electric windows

Two engines are available first is the entry engine a 2.0L petrol producing 115hp (85kW) with 122lb (165Nm) of torque @ 2800rpm.

The 1.9L Turbo Diesel being the most powerful version produces 100hp (74 kW) with 177lb (240Nm) of torque @ 1800rpm

For those of you who are thinking they have seen this before, you have but from China.

FAW-Volkswagen and VW Mexico co-developed the facelift together.
FAW-VWs version was released last year in mainland China as the Bora.












source: VW Mexico &