VW working on Jetta R - possibly with a V6

[jnrdavo]

We've had hints for some time now that Volkswagen was working on a Jetta R model. But earlier speculation had it that VW would be heading back to the Golf R/Scirocco R for a 2.0 liter TFSI power plant configured more or less as in those two models to also fit into a future Jetta R.



At the European premiere of the Jetta, VW put on display a model fitted with a 3.6 liter V6 engine

But at the Jetta's European launch, VW put on display a MkVI Jetta equipped with a 3.6 liter V6 engine coupled to a 6-speed DSG gearbox. VW did not specify the car's power rating but that Jetta did feature the Wolfsburg brand's 4Motion all-wheel drive technology.

The Golf R is an all-wheel drive sport model whereas the Golf GTI and the Scirocco R are front-wheel drive models.

It seems, though, that VW still isn't ready to pull the trigger on the Jetta R just yet.
VW has talked about the model before but according to Ulrich Hackenberg, head of research and development at Volkswagen, the Jetta R will only be a go if there is sufficient customer demand for it.

"If there are customers asking for it, we will do it," he said. "It wouldn't be a problem for us. The Jetta's platform can take four-wheel drive," Hackenberg said to Autocar.
Source: Autocar

Read more: http://www.worldcarfans.com/11011082...#ixzz170rcw3QV

[jettadim]

Interesting info.

And interesting to see that they would be putting the 3.6l in the Jetta.

Wouldn't this basically place it ahead of the Golf R in terms of performance???

[Eddy]

Hoyhoy.

3.6l with a twin charger would be something.

[jnrdavo]

maybe straight line performance, but it would be a bit heavier at the front, so probably a bit more understeer (depending on how they configure the suspension).

[Aussie Volks Guy]

Yeah, the balance of a V6 over the front axles is a real downer. The Audi TTRS 5 cylinder turbo seems to work pretty well IMHO.

[Bizi]

Any news? I've seen nothing since the original article and those which reported on it. Nice to see some recent comments here.

Hopefully a car is built (for real) and tested, then given to some auto hacks and reported on. Hopefully a CBR publication.

In the meantime, anyone seeking a performance oriented, nose heavy Jetta can practice on a TDI, like moi.

[jnrdavo]

Still speculation I think...

http://www.themotorreport.com.au/510...rive-prototype