VW New Beetle RSi ‘2001–03
Production year
2001–2003
Engine type
Inline-6
Engine name
VR6 DOHC 24V 3.2L
Max Speed
246 km/h
Power
224 hp
Max RPM
6500
0-100 km/h
7.2 sec
Torque Peak
320 Nm
Transmission
6-MT
Weight
1515 kg
Layout
4WD
Number Produced
250
Manufactured in
Germany
The most true GT Beetle ever made. The RSi is a limited 250 unit version of the New Beetle. It included a 224 hp 3.2 litre VR6 engine, a 6-speed gearbox, and Volkswagen’s four-wheel drive system 4motion, Remus twin-pipe exhaust. It was rumoured Porsche tuned the suspension but this was carried out in-house at VW Individual. The suspension was greatly altered at the rear, with geometry more geared to the race track and a rear cross brace behind the rear seats, 80 mm (3.1 in) wider fenders, unique front and rear bumpers, a rear diffuser, large rear wing, and 18×9 OZ Superturismo wheels with 235/40ZR-18 tyres. Inside, it was trimmed in carbon fiber, billet aluminium, and bright orange leather. The front seats were Recaro racing buckets. Notable disadvantages found were loud cabin noise and brief rear tire life.
RSi CUP CAR
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