Volkswagen XL1 Plug-In Hybrid, the Most Fuel-Efficent Car in the World
As promised, Volkswagen will build the VW XL1 plug-in hybrid. When produced, the XL1 will become the most fuel-efficient production car in the world, delivering an impressive 0.9 liters per 100 km (313…
Volkswagen Beetle GSR Photos and Details
Exactly 40 years ago, the sportiest series production Beetle of all time made its debut. Instantly recognizable by its yellow/black body, the car — the Volkswagen Beetle GSR — returns, with an all-new…
New Volkswagen Golf 4Motion Photos and Details
Volkswagen is expanding the new MK7 Golf lineup with the Golf 4Motion, which uses a four-wheel drive system with an enhanced, fifth-generation Haldex coupling to better tackle difficult roads. The latest 4MOTION drive…
Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet Photos and Details [Video]
Unveiled as a concept back in 2012, the production Volkswagen Golf R Cabriolet (Convertible) is ready to hit dealerships. When it does, it will be the first-ever open-top R model and the fastest…
VIDEO: Volkswagen “Get Happy” Super Bowl Commercial
Volkswagen had one of the most successful Super Bowl commercials last year, a feat it wants to replicate this year. The German automaker’s “Get Happy” ad for Super Bowl 47, which stars the…
Volkswagen CrossBlue Concept Photos and Details
Volkswagen is a strong player in just about every automotive segment, except for the three-row, seven-seat crossover / SUV segment. Tired of watching its American and Japanese competition claim the segment to themselves,…
Volkswagen Eos will be Discontinued, Larger Convertible in the Works
The stubby Volkswagen Eos will be discontinued. Speaking to the folks at AutoCar, Volkswagen’s head of design Klaus Bischoff said that “retractable hardtops are disappearing from the market now, and to be honest…
Next VW Phaeton to Usher in Volkswagen’s New Design Language
Volkswagen is ready for a brand-new look, and the next iteration of its flagship Phaeton sedan will be the model to introduce that look. However, there will be a slight change in the…
2013 VW Beetle Convertible Price Starts at $24,995
Volkswagen has announced U.S. pricing for the new VW Beetle Convertible. Set to go on sale in the last month of 2012, the bugger of a convertible will have a starting price of…
VIDEO: C&D Compares New Ford Fusion, Honda Accord, Nissan Altima and VW Passat
The latest Volkswagen Passat is a well-put together family sedan, winning Car and Driver’s (C&D) most recent comparison tests. But with several all-new kids on the block — the new Ford Fusion, Honda…
