Volkswagen R32: Most Powerful and Drivers Most Wanted Car Will Stand Out More with VW Aftermarket Parts from Partstrain

Written by Jenny Mc Lane


Volkswagen R32: Most Powerful and Drivers Most Wanted Car Will Stand Out More with VW Aftermarket Parts from Partstrain

The sporty Volkswagen R32, which earnedrepparttar “Drivers wanted” car ever, features a powerfully 3.2-liter version ofrepparttar 138162 famous VR6 engine. The VR6’s powerful output is due to its unique narrow angle V design. All this volume fits under a single aluminum alloy cylinder head. Onrepparttar 138163 outside,repparttar 138164 VW R32 comes with true dual exhaust pipes, newly designed bumpers, front one acting as a spoiler, large honeycomb ventilation grill inrepparttar 138165 lower front apron, darkened taillights, rear spoiler, side skirts and model specific badging onrepparttar 138166 front grille and left rear.

Its interior reveals high performance sport seats, alloy pedals, leather shift knob, instrument cluster, three-spoke leather steering wheel, doorsills and floor mats. Chrome surroundsrepparttar 138167 instrumentation, withrepparttar 138168 pivot heads ofrepparttar 138169 needles matching. Alloy touches are used at nearly every visible or usable niche, includingrepparttar 138170 side footrest, center console trim, interior door handles, doorsills, and evenrepparttar 138171 handbrake button. The rear seats fold flat and allow for a 60/40 split. Standard items include automatic climate control (Climatronic™), heated front seats and washer nozzles, premium CD stereo with eight speakers, Monsoon® Sound System, power one-touch up and down windows, power glass sunroof, heated electrically adjustable side mirrors, antitheft alarm, radio remote control locking, cruise control, trip computer, and rain sensor wipers.

The R32’s 4MOTION system is a key new feature that adds to its ability to handle varying road conditions. It has Volkswagen’s unique electronically controlled Haldex coupling inrepparttar 138172 rear axle differential. 4MOTION uses hydraulic and electronics to detect grip conditions, power train forces and then determine whether power should go torepparttar 138173 front or rear wheels.

4MOTION facilitates handling and acceleration in slippery conditions to controlrepparttar 138174 car’s power by helping manage wheel traction and thereby reducing sudden steering jerks, even when spurts of power are applied. Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) and Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR) overlay this sophisticated system. Safety features include equipped with an advanced side-impact safety system called Side Curtain Protection™, an airbag supplemental restraint system to protect heads and upper torsos from injury. Side Curtain Protection deploys a protective curtain of air fromrepparttar 138175 important A-pillar to C-pillar areas to provide occupant protection on all side windows.

Toyota FTSX Concept, a Bolder, More Decisive Image for Toyota; Retain the Image with Toyota Aftermarket Parts

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The goal ofrepparttar Toyota FTSX concept is to haverepparttar 138161 space and ride height of an SUV withrepparttar 138162 comfort, handling, and efficiency of a sedan. "We began with a totally new silhouette and package, lower and wider than an SUV, but taller, more comfortable, and more versatile than a sedan. Add a powerful V6, all-wheel drive, 21-inch wheels, four doors, a large, multi-function glass roof and an innovative rear hatch and you have a vehicle with exceptional functionality," remarked Kevin Hunter, vice president, design and studio activities at Calty Design Research, Inc. Powered by a 3.5 liter V6 engine,repparttar 138163 FT-SX is 187 inches long, 74.4 inches wide, and 61 inches tall. It uses 21-inch wheels (though a production model would probably not go over 18 inches) with 255/45R21 tires, and has a 114-inch wheelbase.

The FT-SX features a powerful V6 engine, all-wheel drive, 21-inch wheels, four doors, a large, and a multi-function glass roof. The four-door concept boasts V-6 power, all-wheel drive, 21-inch wheels, and a large glass roof. Toyota claims thatrepparttar 138164 front-end layout ofrepparttar 138165 FT-SX is "an all-new expression" and thatrepparttar 138166 look, which it calls "T-Face," will becomerepparttar 138167 new design language forrepparttar 138168 company.

The FT-SX has a trick rear hatch, which allows two panels inrepparttar 138169 glass roof to slide towardrepparttar 138170 center ofrepparttar 138171 vehicle, creating both a larger opening and a rear sunroof. Pivotingrepparttar 138172 upper and lower halves ofrepparttar 138173 hatch up or down, respectively, can make access torepparttar 138174 cargo area. Whenrepparttar 138175 lower part ofrepparttar 138176 hatch is down, a loading tray automatically extends to aid with cargo loading and unloading. The Toyota FTSX concept is powered by a 3.5-liter V-6 and automatic transmission, with running gear for on-road performance.

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