The performance story created by Volkswagen R model is widely circulated among riders, but for most people, the knowledge of R department and R model is only superficial. This article will take you deeper into R. What's its name? The pinnacle of popular belief? The product of.
The Development Course of Volkswagen R&D Department
Time goes back to 200 1. Prior to this, Volkswagen was deeply involved in the family car market. The performance of the brand has always been a golf GTI model. After several generations, we have accumulated many loyal car owners and fans. However, the success of various models of Mercedes-Benz -A MG and M Power has made the public realize the necessity of entering the higher-end performance car market, not only to share a piece of the performance car market, but also to show their technical strength and establish a better brand image. So in this year (200 1), Volkswagen launched the beetle RSi.
The beetle RSi was using the regular version of the beetle? Harmless to people and animals? The shell is wild, but the heart is wild: Volkswagen stuffed a performance-oriented 3.2VR6 naturally aspirated engine into the body of the beetle RSi, with MQ350 6-speed manual transmission and 4MOTION four-wheel drive system. The engine has a maximum horsepower of 225PS and a peak torque of 320N? M in addition, there are a series of performance kits, such as 18 inch lightweight wheels produced by OZ, Remus exhaust, exaggerated tail wings, racing bucket chairs and so on. The 0- 100km/h acceleration time of the car is 6.4s s.
After the launch of the Beatles RSi, it was immediately sought after by the European automobile circle. Even if the price was high, the output of 250 vehicles was quickly snapped up by enthusiasts. Volkswagen who tasted the sweetness immediately launched the golf MK4 R32 under the name of R in 2002, which once again received a strong market response. At that time, R was not a high-performance department of Volkswagen, but a branch of Individual GmbH.
In February 2003, due to the success of R32 golf model, Volkswagen decided to set up a department responsible for the production of sports and personalized models, which still belongs to Volkswagen's sports department, and this department is the predecessor of Volkswagen's R department.
In the following years, golf MK5 R32, Passat R36 and other high-performance models were successively launched, which were highly sought after. On March 20 10, Volkswagen officially separated the business of the sports department and established R GmbH, whose operation mode is similar to that of M GmbH and Mercedes -AMG GmbH. In this way, the Volkswagen R department was formally established and its headquarters is still located in Wolfsburg, Germany.
After the establishment of the R department, Volkswagen also put on a new LOGO for the R model, canceling the suffix representing the engine displacement after the previous R. R comes from the initials of English Racing, which means? Strong? 、? Speed? , in line with the positioning of the R model.
20 19, 10, Volkswagen released a brand-new R logo, indicating that the R-Line suite version of the next generation R model and ordinary models will use the new logo. Of course, the details of the R logo of the R model will be obviously different from those of the R line model. Klaus Bischoff, the design director of Volkswagen, praised the new R logo, saying that the new logo not only embodies the design aesthetics, but also embodies the sportsmanship of the Volkswagen R brand. The style of the new car logo is mixed.
Counting its predecessor, Volkswagen's R department has a history of less than 20 years. In addition to the relatively quiet years, Volkswagen focused on technology on 20/200215, paranoid and cost-free. Because of this, R department produced a number of amazing models in a short time. r？ Deeply imprinted in the hearts of countless car fans. Next, the article introduces those exciting performance models launched by R series so far, including 1-4 generation Golf R, Suncool (view transaction price | vehicle details) R and R36. ......
The first generation golf R: MK4R32
In 2002, Volkswagen introduced the R32 golf based on the fourth generation golf, which is the first Volkswagen model with the R logo. MK4 R32 adopts three-door layout and is built on PQ34 platform. On the basis of the normal version, it is equipped with full and powerful exclusive front and rear bars, 18-inch lightweight wheels produced by the well-known wheel hub brand OZ, and a half-bucket seat with R logo, and adopts the power layout of 3.2L+6MT/6 DS G+ four-wheel drive.
In today's view, the appearance of four generations of ordinary golf is classic, but it can also be seen at a glance that it was the product of 20 years ago. The MK4 R32 with the kit is not old-fashioned. The front surround of three-stage air intake is full of strength and competitive style. The lines of the whole car are simple and tough. As a high-performance car, there is no grandstanding component. On it, you can feel the seriousness and meticulousness of the Germans, which seems to be getting weaker and weaker on most German cars at present.
Corresponding to the high-performance positioning, the car is equipped with a more sporty shock absorber, and its suspension height is 20mm lower than that of ordinary golf with L4 engine and 10mm lower than that of ordinary golf with VR6 engine.
The MK4 R32 has a black interior, and the R steering wheel, the R sports bucket seat and the dashboard at the bottom of 300km/h meters are its unique equipment.
In the engine compartment is a VR6 naturally aspirated engine with a displacement of 3.2L, with a maximum power of177 kW (241PS)/6250 rpm and a peak torque of 320N? M/2800-3200rpm, 6-speed manual /6-speed dual-clutch gearbox, 4MOTION four-wheel drive system. With the blessing of 4MOTION four-wheel drive and dual-clutch gearbox, MK4 R32 is Volkswagen's pioneering work in the four-wheel drive steel gun market.
This generation R32 0- 100km/h is equipped with a 6-speed manual gearbox, with an acceleration time of 6.6s and a top speed of 246km/h. The dual-clutch version of 0- 100km/h shortens the acceleration time to 6.4s and a top speed of 247 km/h? Dewei? MK4 R32' s appearance and excellent performance won many fans shortly after its launch. According to online news, Volkswagen originally planned to produce only 5,000 vehicles, but due to the hot market, it finally produced about14,000 vehicles. The fourth generation golf is the first generation of domestic golf introduced by FAW-Volkswagen, but the domestic automobile market was not mature at that time, and the performance versions of GTI and R had not been introduced into China.
Second generation golf R: MK5R32
In 2005, the second generation golf RMK5 R32 was born. The car is built on PQ35 platform and continues to be equipped with 3.2L+6DSG/6MT+4MOTION four-wheel drive. The engine is equipped with FSI fuel direct injection technology, and the maximum horsepower is increased by 9PS compared with the previous model, reaching 250PS/6300rpm, and the maximum torque remains unchanged at 320N? 2500 rpm.
The shape of the fifth-generation golf completely jumped out of the fourth-generation design concept, and the lines changed from tough and straight to round and smooth, and the body became solid. MK5 R32 is equipped with more combative front and rear bars, bigger wheels, higher performance braking system, sports shock absorbers made in Billstam and other performance equipment on the basis of the Fifth Generation Golf.
The exhaust layout was changed from MK5 R32 to medium and double exhaust. With the black tail lip and rounded tail, simplicity has created a powerful performance model, and the central exhaust device is a symbol of high performance today.
RECARO's bucket chair is the most eye-catching in the car. The chair back is more combative than the bucket chair of MK4 R32, and the texture and wrapping of the material are quite excellent.
The performance of the upgraded VR6 3.2L engine is slightly improved. The DSG version MK5 R32 can achieve 0- 100km/h acceleration in 6.2s, and the manual version is 6.5s. Now VR6 on MK4/MK5 R32 is also the first choice for engine transplantation of many 4th generation golfers in China.
Expand the rest of the paper (1/3) 2 The 3rd and 4th generation golf R/ Suncool R returned to the top.
Third Generation Golf R: MK6R20
The sixth generation golf made in China by FAW-Volkswagen is a generation that has really started to be deeply understood by domestic consumers and won a good reputation. 2065438+01MK6 R, which was launched in China on July 20th, was just the right time, which made China consumers truly feel the speed charm of Volkswagen R.
MK6 R, as a descendant of MK5, is also the product of PQ35 platform optimization. It still has a round and full appearance, and it follows the classic middle-outlet and exhaust of the previous generation. Before the listing, Volkswagen R Department was formally established, and Volkswagen put on a brand-new R standard, canceling the suffix showing the engine displacement at the back, but the outside world still used to call it R20.
This generation of Golf R has three body structures: five-door version, three-door version and two-door convertible version, among which the three-door version has not been officially introduced into China, while the two-door convertible version is not equipped with 4MOTION four-wheel drive system, and its performance is different from the three-door/five-door version due to the extra weight of the convertible mechanism. After all, the convertible version should not only consider performance, but also consider style.
In addition to the central double exhaust, the double L-shaped LED taillight is also a classic design of this generation of golf R, and the gorgeous lighting effect makes this taillight the most commonly modified part of other six generations of golf.
The shape of RECARO bucket chair in the interior is basically the same as MK5 R32. The dashboard is equipped with Volkswagen R's iconic blue pointer, with a bottom of 300 km/h, and it and the R steering wheel continue to be exclusive equipment for golf R models. The rest of the design, R is the same as ordinary six generations golf.
At the beginning of introducing MK6 R, it was mentioned that its arrival made domestic consumers realize that the speed of R was rooted in its 2.0T turbocharged engine. This generation of Golf R used EA 1 13 CDL engine, instead of the second generation EA888 which was in the limelight at that time. The machine code-named EA 1 13 has appeared on the familiar old A6, Bora and even Jetta. Volkswagen used the old EA 1 13 for high performance R, and many people were puzzled at that time.
In fact, there are dozens of models of EA 1 13 engine, and CDL is the strongest version of EA 1 13 series, with specially strengthened piston, connecting rod, cylinder block, upgraded nozzle and camshaft, matching K04 turbine, and the strength of cast iron middle cylinder is particularly amazing. The factory power adjustment of this engine is 199kW(270PS)/6000rpm, and the peak torque is 350N? M/2400-5200rpm, matched with the dense tooth ratio version of DQ250 6-speed dual clutch /6-speed manual gearbox and 4MOTION four-wheel drive system, the official 0- 100km/h acceleration of this car is 5.5s(DSG)/5.7s(6MT), which was reduced to18mt with the introduction of domestic and local versions. M/2400-5200rpm, the official acceleration time of 0- 100km/h is 5.7s Because the convertible version is only a precursor and its weight is heavier, the acceleration of 0- 100km/h is 6.4s.
Potential is the biggest advantage and highlight of EA 1 13 CDL. Ordinary? Third order? Scheme, the engine belly reinforcement of this four-wheel drive compact car can be accelerated to about 2.8s with GTX 307 100 km/h and to10 with 0-400 m.. Xs is close to the top of the pyramid for vehicles using civil mass production engines, and there is still some room for the machine to continue to squeeze. It is from the MK6 R20 period that the first, second and third stage modification of VAG models developed rapidly and became popular, which also made the automobile power modification market compete with each other.
The 4th Generation Golf r: mk7r
The cash Golf R(MK7 R) launched on 20 14 comes from MQB platform and is also equipped with 2.0T+ four-wheel drive. Its appearance changed from MK6' s rounded style, slightly flat and more aggressive.
MK7 R changed the exhaust layout from middle to double outlet, which attracted a lot of criticism at first, thinking that R lost one of its own characteristics. How much is the exhaust now? Cheap? 、? Ordinary? . However, if you look closely, the tail shape of the 7 th generation golf still pays great attention to performance, and it is not an unsuccessful design.
In 20 17, MK7 R introduced the mid-term modification MK7.5 R, which modified the headlight light source, replaced the front bumper with a larger grille area, and slightly increased the horsepower.
This generation of golf R cancels the convertible version and adds the travel version, in pursuit of performance and needs to take care of the family? Dad? We offer a good choice. In China, the travel version of R is limited to 70 sets, and things are rare, which is undoubtedly the future car.
In terms of interior, this generation of R replaced the bucket seat with a comfortable sports seat, which attracted a lot of criticism. The bottom of the blue needle mechanical instrument panel was changed from 300km/h to 320km/h, and the performance specification here was further improved. Later models appeared full LCD instrument panel with family interface, which brought high technology, but lost the blue pointer.
Consistent with MK6 R, the EA888 CJXC engine equipped with MK7 R also strengthens the hardware such as piston, camshaft and cylinder head, and is equipped with IS38 turbine, which is also the strongest version of the third generation EA888. The maximum power of the current mid-term modification is 228kW (310ps)/5400-6500rpm, and the peak torque is 400N? M/ 1850-5300rpm, matched with dense tooth version DQ38 1 7-speed dual clutch (6-speed dual clutch of the same model as the previous one was used before mid-term modification) or 6-speed manual gearbox, DSG version 0- 100km/h accelerated by 4.6s, and domestic version had slightly lower power and only provided automatic. The maximum engine power is 213kw (290ps)/5400-6500rpm, and the peak torque is 380N? M/ 1850-5300rpm, official 0- 100km/h acceleration of 4.8s
Due to the stronger high-pressure oil pump from the original factory, the mild modification effect of MK7 R power is even more amazing than MK6 R. Simply writing a first-order ECU program can accelerate 0- 100km/h to 3.7-3.9s, while the limits of EA888 CJXC and MK6 R EA 1 13 CDL are almost the same for high-power modification. In the MK7 era, the R model will continue to carry forward the advantages of its predecessors.
Shanku, R.
Sunshine Cool R was listed on 20 10, and formed Volkswagen with the third generation golf R(MK6 R). Double r? The combination, which was listed simultaneously in 2009, also landed in China market in July of 20 1 1, and adopted the same EA132.0t+dense tooth ratio version DQ250 6-speed wet dual clutch powertrain, which was also applied to the second generation Audi TTS and the second generation Audi S3.
However, Sun Cool R, like the convertible version of Golf R, does not have the blessing of 4MOTION four-wheel drive. For this reason, Volkswagen has equipped Suncool R with XDS dynamic control system for cornering. By simulating the characteristics of limited slip differential, the braking force is appropriately applied to the inner wheels when the vehicle is turning or cornering at high speed, so that the steering is not enough to obtain excellent cornering performance.
Suncool R is positioned as a three-door four-seat hardtop sports car. The overall appearance is divorced from the popular family doll design, and the flat body looks very dynamic and individual. The wheel hub style and braking system are the same as those of Golf R(MK6 R), but the wheels and tires are wider because of the wider body.
Suncool R is the longest production cycle among Volkswagen models. In the same period, after the production cycle of Golf R had already been completed, it was only in 20 15 years that the mid-term modified version was launched, and the detailed design and interior decoration of the front and rear light groups were adjusted, and the wheels with the same style as those of Golf MK7 R were replaced.
The interior part bid farewell to the maverick appearance and returned to the popular family design. In the picture, we can see that the mid-term revision has changed the style of dashboard and steering wheel, and added a triple table which is very suitable for fans, including oil temperature, lap timer and turbine pressure.
The power adjustment of the overseas version of Sunshine Cool R is 265PS (prophase) /280PS (metaphase), the horsepower of the imported version is all calibrated at 256PS, and the official 0- 100km/h acceleration time is 6 s.
3 Passat R36/ Touareg R50/T-ROC R Return to the Peak
Passat R36
Almost every popular car fan has a place in Passat R36. Passat R36 is divided into four-door sedan version and five-door travel version, and the latter can be regarded as the most sentimental one among all R models of Volkswagen.
The stocky and sexy tail is the most charming part of R36 Travel Edition, with simple lines but full of strength and movement. For design, although the public at that time was also a doll, it was obviously more creative and creative than now.
Compared with the ordinary Passat, R36 has exclusive configurations such as front and rear sports bars, 18-inch ten-spoke wheels, high-performance braking system, sports adjustable suspension and the iconic Biskan blue color scheme of Volkswagen R.
Many people in China will mistake the sedan R36 for a domestic Magotan (B6), because the appearance of the two cars is too similar, and the low-key character shared by Volkswagen R series is vividly reflected in it.
The interior of R36 continues the design of ordinary Passat, with newly installed steering wheel with R36 logo, blue pointer instrument at the bottom of 300km/h meter, front seat with sports suede, etc. Its interior has been upgraded to a more advanced style.
3.6 VR6 in-cylinder direct injection naturally aspirated engine is the feeling of Volkswagen fans, with a maximum power of 220kW(300PS)/6600rpm and a peak torque of 350N? 2400-5300 rpm. 300 horsepower is not the peak for this displacement naturally aspirated engine, but it is amazing to make the naturally aspirated engine into the maximum torque platform like a turbocharger, bringing smooth and lasting performance without lack of explosiveness. With the help of dense tooth version DQ250 6-speed wet dual-clutch gearbox and 4MOTION four-wheel drive, the acceleration time of R36 official travel version 0- 100km/h is 5.8s, and that of four-door sedan version 0- 100km/h is 5.6s.. ..
Touareg R50
Most fans in China don't know about the Touareg R50, which was launched in 2008 and has not been sold in China. It is equipped with a 5.0T V 10 diesel turbocharged engine. Unlike other R models, the Touareg R50 prides itself on its powerful off-road capability brought by unparalleled torque.
Like other R models, the Touareg R50 also makes a fuss about front and rear enclosures, wheel tires and brakes, so as to enhance the sense of movement and dynamic performance. As a high-end medium and large SUV, the air suspension is not absent. In sport mode, the suspension will be reduced by 20 mm and provide stronger support.
Interior, gearbox handle, seat headrest, aluminum pedals, etc. have appeared R logo. The center console still exudes the same luxury and hard-core style as the ordinary Touareg.
The 5.0T V 10 diesel engine can generate maximum power of 258kW(350PS) and 850N? M Maximum torque matching 6-speed automatic manual transmission, full-time four-wheel drive, the official 0- 100km/h is 6.7s According to the standard of today's performance SUV, the acceleration performance of the Touareg R50 is barely qualified, but the problem is not big, because the amazing off-road/dragging ability is its charm. The Touareg R50 solo Boeing 747 150m is the highlight moment.
T-ROC, R.
T-ROC R is a new member of the Volkswagen R family. 20 19 went on the market, positioning high-performance compact SUV, and there is no plan to introduce domestic sales at present. The domestic FAW-Volkswagen T-ROC adopts 1.2T and 1.4T engines, and the T-ROC R directly adopts the power configuration of Golf MK7 R's 2.0T+7DSG+4MOTION four-wheel drive, thus becoming an elevated chassis. Goff r？ .
The appearance of T-ROC R inherits the low-key and restrained style of R model, and there is no radical element. The shape of the front/rear bumper differs from that of the R-Line version only in details. The suspension height is 20mm lower than that of ordinary T-ROC, and the braking system and exhaust are taken from Golf MK7 R.
The horsepower of T-ROC R is less than that of current European Golf R 10PS, the maximum horsepower is 300PS/5400-6500rpm, and the peak torque is 400N? M/ 1850-5300rpm, matched with dense tooth version DQ38 1 7 speed dual clutch gearbox and 4MOTION four-wheel drive, the official acceleration time of 0- 100km/h is 4.8s
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The history of Volkswagen R is less than 20 years, but it has firmly occupied a place in the field of high-performance vehicles. R model carries out the low-key and simple characteristics of Volkswagen brand, and represents the highest attainments of Volkswagen in the dynamic performance of mass production vehicles. Nowadays, Volkswagen is adapting to the general trend and gradually shifting its development focus to new energy vehicles. There may be only a handful of new fuel R models in the future, and the birth of pure electric R models is no longer far away. Face? Transformation? It remains to be seen whether our R department can continue to be brilliant. (Photo/Text: Wu Yuchu) @20 19