These Volkswagen Golf 7 renderings show more links again to the Volkswagen Scirocco design, suggesting that the 2012 Golf generation will have a sporty style. We know that it will have a lower and wider body with a sloping windshield design. Despite this sports focus, the new Golf will be even more environmentally friendly that it already is, continuing the larger BlueMotion philosophy currently driving Volkswagen models.
The new Golf 7 will have both hybrid and electric models, of which the former is expected to make up 20 percent of the annual one million units. The TwinDrive hybrid technology combines three electric motors with a 1.5-litre diesel unit for a range of 48 km when in electric mode only.
Other new features include a new entry-level, 1.2-litre engine with 86 hp, and we should also see the seven-speed DSG gearbox appear. Sales are expected to start in 2013 after a 2012 launch. Thanks to Jezza for the tip.
Source | Steering News