2014 Volkswagen Jetta Alltrack Rendered for Your Speculative Pleasure

Not too long after Volkswagen officials admitted that they are warming up to the idea of a Jetta Alltrack crossover built around the successor of the current Jetta SportWagen (estate), and we have our first speculative take on the high-riding station wagon model, courtesy of Khalil Bouguerra.

Naturally, the inspiration for the Jetta Alltrack comes from the existing, European market Passat Alltrack.

The artist used the latest Jetta sedan as a base, initially transforming the car into to a station wagon model and then beefing up the body with all the usual soft-roader fare.

These include the front and rear underbody metal skid plates, chromed roof rails, plastic cladding around the bumpers, wheel arches and side sills along with a new set of alloy wheel designs.

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VW Officials Like the Idea of a Jetta Alltrack for North America and Other Markets

Over the past few weeks, we have read many reports and rumors about possible new additions to Volkswagen's range including a mid-size SUV positioned between the Tiguan and the Touareg and a compact CC sports sedan based on the next Jetta, which may or may not come to the U.S.

Now we hear that the German brand's officials are considering yet another new model to enhance Volkswagen's presence in the crossover segment based on the future Jetta SportWagen (estate).

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Photo Tour of Volkswagen's Southern Wörthersee Fest in Georgia

Did you know that the Volkswagen Group has been hosting a Wörthersee Tour in North America for the past six years?

Though not as famous as its namesake in Austria, which is by far the largest gathering of Volkswagen enthusiasts in the world, this year's edition of the Southern Wörthersee Tour was attended by some 8,200 visitors in 3,800 cars.

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Volkswagen Jetta TSI Racer Debuts at Autosport Show

Volkswagen unveiled its latest track challenger, the supercharged and turbocharged Jetta TSI Sport at the Autosport International racing car show at Birmingham’s NEC. The Jetta TSI Sport will take to the track for the first time on Easter Monday (24 March) in the opening round of the Hankook-backed Volkswagen Racing Cup, at Oulton Park. In the UK, the Volkswagen Racing Cup expands to 14 rounds this year and the Jetta TSI Sport will be raced by selected motoring and motor sport journalists. -Continued

In road-going form the Jetta’s 1.4-litre, 16-valve engine produces 170 PS but the engineers at Volkswagen Racing UK, with the help of their technology partners at Superchips, Milltek Sport and Turbo Dynamics, have boosted this to 230 PS. The race track Jetta features several other upgrades like a limited slip differential, roll cage, Recaro seats with six-point harness, racing suspension and brake system.

Jetta TSI Sport racing version

Engine capacity (litres / cc)

1.4 /1390

Configuration

4 cyl, 16v, turbocharged and supercharged

Engine management

Volkswagen Racing mapping

Power output (PS)

230 (standard model 170)

Drive

Front-wheel drive

Gearbox

Six speed sport ratios, limited slip differential

Clutch

Sintered metal plate

Exhaust system

Bespoke race system with race catalyst

Shell

Production shell, fully stripped
welded-in multi-point roll cage to FIA standard

Safety

Recaro HANS racing seat, six-point harness, plumbed-in extinguisher system

Steering

Power assisted rack and pinion

Brakes

360 mm VWR ventilated front discs,
12 pot calipers
VWR ventilated rear discs,
ABS disabled
Adjustable bias

Front suspension

VWR two-way adjustable race dampers
Adjustable anti-roll bar
Solid bushes

Rear suspension

Multi-link production suspension, VWR two-way adjustable race dampers
Adjustable anti-roll bar
Solid bushes

Wheels

18 in BBS alloy wheels

Tyres

Hankook slick/wet
225/40 ZR18

Weight objective

1223 kg

Lubricants

Castrol

SEMA: 2009 Jetta TDI SportWagen

It’s all about diesel models for Volkswagen who not only announced the launch of the Jetta 2.0 TDI racing series (see here) but the German carmaker also showcased a slightly modified version of the 2009 Jetta SportWagen. Powered by a 2.0L Clean Diesel TDI, delivering 140 horsepower and 235 ft.-lbs. of torque, the SEMA Show station is finished in custom paint and graphics.

The SportWagen also sits on 19 inch Sportec Wheels and Yokohama tires wrapped around an upgraded Brembo brake kit while its underpinnings were upgraded by H&R Springs. Nice try, but despite the upgrades, we still can’t digest the duller than dull rear end. -Image gallery after the jump

VW To Bring Diesel-Powered Jetta TDI To North American Race Tracks

Volkswagen is attempting to showcase the power and performance of its new clean diesel technology by bringing diesel-powered Jettas to selected North American race tracks. Starting from May 2008, up to 30 Jetta TDI’s competing in the hands of young drivers will appear in eight major racing venues across North America. Powering the race-prepped Jetta is VW's new 2.0-liter four-cylinder TDI clean diesel engine rated at 170 Hp and nearly 300 ft.-lbs. of torque in racing trim. The diesel unit is matted to a six-speed automatic DSG transmission.

The race vehicles will be outfitted with electro-mechanical power rack-and-pinion steering system, multi-link fully independent race-tuned suspension, driver airbag supplemental restraint system, and ABS racing brakes. -Details after the jump

VOLKSWAGEN TO FEATURE CLEAN DIESEL POWER IN JETTA TDI CUP RACING SERIES

LAS VEGAS – Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that it will bring TDI clean diesel technology to select North American race tracks starting in May 2008. The Jetta TDI Cup series will be sanctioned by the Sports Car Club of America (SCCA) Pro Racing Inc., and will appear at up to eight major racing venues in North America during 2008.

“The Jetta TDI Cup racing series will celebrate Volkswagen’s diesel technology and heritage in motorsports as good, clean fun,” said Stefan Jacoby, CEO, Volkswagen of America, Inc. “Not only will the young drivers gain real-life track experience in a factory-prepared race vehicle, it will allow them to develop their own mindset of today’s clean diesel technology, and foster increased awareness of its advantages in this new era of environmental sensitivity.”

The Jetta TDI Cup shifts gears from the previously announced GTI program, allowing Volkswagen to showcase the power and performance of its new clean diesel technology, available in the upcoming 2009 Jetta TDI sedan and SportWagen. With up to 30 Jetta TDI’s competing in the hands of aspiring, young drivers, this unique motorsport offering will highlight a new, exciting platform of racing that does not currently exist – a full field of clean diesel powered vehicles.

“With the Jetta TDI Cup, Volkswagen has created an amazing platform to develop young drivers and expand their knowledge about clean and quiet diesel technology,” said Robert Wildberger, president and CEO, SCCA Pro Racing, Inc. “We look forward to the series in hopes that it will attract more attention to the drivers and advantages of diesel power.”

The Jetta TDI Cup racecars will be optimized for track performance and safety. To focus on the skill of the young drivers and to ensure performance parity, proper maintenance and safety standards, all vehicles will be owned and maintained by Volkswagen. The heart of the Jetta TDI Cup racing vehicle will be the all-new, high-tech 2.0-liter four-cylinder TDI clean diesel engine rated at 170 horsepower and nearly 300 ft.-lbs. of torque in racing trim. The Jetta TDI race vehicles will be outfitted with a six-speed automatic DSG® transmission, electro-mechanical power rack-and-pinion steering system, and advanced multi-link fully independent race-tuned suspension, driver airbag supplemental restraint system, and four-wheel ABS racing brakes.

Signifying Volkswagen’s environmental commitment, the Jetta TDI Cup series will be certified as CarbonFree by Carbonfund.org. Additional program details will be available at www.vwmotorsportusa.com by mid-November 2007.