Volkswagen is expanding its GTI fleet and sending a new supercar onto the digital race circuit. The engine roaring under the bonnet of the GTI Supersport is a 503 HP VR6 TSI coupled with a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox (DSG). The design of this digital supercar combines the Volkswagen icon with sheer racing design. Following last year’s roadster, another version of the GTI, with its long racing tradition, can now head for the starting line on Gran Turismo®6, exclusively on PlayStation®3.

The first impression of this racer already shows that the Supersport is what fans want and is designed for racing. 665 Nm of torque catapult the virtual GTI to 62 mph per hour from a standing start in only 3.6 seconds. At full throttle, the virtual racer reaches a top speed of over 186 mph. The gigantic power output is transferred to the virtual asphalt via 4MOTION all-wheel drive and 20-inch GTI advanced alloy wheels.

A glance in the rearview mirror is enough to worry competitors of the Supersport GTI: the basic shape of the body is still reminiscent of GTI ancestors but every pore of this latest GTI offspring exudes racing character. Proportions and body surfaces have been optimised for an extremely low centre of gravity and widespread use of carbon elements makes the new digital supercar a real lightweight with a power-to-weight ratio of only 2.5 kg per horsepower.

At the broad, powerful front end of the aerodynamically optimised body, prominent features are vertical light modules and generous air intakes with the honeycomb configuration typical of the model. While the broad shoulders at the rear provide the ideal ventilation for the brakes, the prominent roof-edge spoiler and flamboyant diffuser make the Supersport hug the track when fighting for the fastest lap time.

Volkswagen’s latest digital creation can be clothed in “Reflex Silver”, “Gran Turismo Red”, “Lapiz Blue” or “Oryx White” and is now available to Gran Turismo 6 players for downloading.

The sixth generation of the legendary racing game available exclusively for PlayStation has been on sale since 2013. The fleet includes almost 1,200 different vehicles which can race on a total of 37 circuits.

For more information go to www.volkswagen.com/visiongti or watch at www.youtube.com/watch?v=7alQM2SKl7U

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Our fully independent four-link rear suspension really does offer the best of both worlds - sporty handling and a smooth ride. The four-link system accurately controls the longitudinal and lateral movement of each rear wheel individually. Refinement is further improved as the system is mounted on a lightweight sub-frame. This means suspension movement is isolated from the body. Occupant benefits include greater comfort, less body roll in corners and, an involving, nimble chassis with enhanced stability.

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The aerodynamic design of our cars produces less air resistance so they use less fuel. It also improves handling and means lower CO2 emissions.

The smoother the airflow over your car as it goes forward, the less drag there is holding it back and the less effort is needed to move the car forward. That means better performance and lower fuel consumption. That's why we are constantly optimising the aerodynamics of our cars.

How we've achieved this:

  • The body is more steamlined and gaps between panels are narrower.
  • Headlights and indicators are combined.
  • Radiator grilles, underbody panels and spoilers are designed to reduce drag.

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Every car is washed 10 times in a bath and then dusted with emu feathers before we paint them. This ensures every spot of oil, grease, grime and dust is removed so the paint finish can be perfect. We are so confident we guarantee eight years on your car’s body work.

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Our premium sound system was developed by Danish hi-fi specialists Dynaudio. Ten high performance speakers, plus ten digital amplifiers* with Digital Sound Processor (DSP) technology and a total minimum continuous output offers you exceptional music reproduction with uncompromised sound, even at high levels. The low-resonance speakers are strategically placed for ideal sound distribution. For resolution of the highest frequencies, two 28-ml fabric tweeters are fitted in front, with two 20-ml fabric tweeters in the rear. Two 52-ml fabric speakers, unique in the field of in-car audio, cover the middle range. Four woofers, anchored in the doors, deliver a precise bass.
Dynaudio available with the RCD 510 radio/CD system and our DVD navigation/radio systems.
* Number of speakers may vary by model

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