Published On: Thu, Feb 9th, 2012

All New Astra VXR to be Revealed at Geneva Motor Show

Vauxhall has announced to reveal its Astra VXR at Geneva Motor show next month to the public. The two time Nürbürgring 24-hour winner and cigarette enthusiast Joachim Winkelhock helped in its development.

New Astra VXR
According to the company new car will come with powerful 2.0 litre 276bhp turbocharged petrol engine. It would deliver 295lb ft of torque plus its top speed is 155mph.

The HiPerStrut lifted from the Insignia VXR to control the valiant attempt and on the front wheels, a specially develop proper mechanical limited slip differential working.

As standard the car gets Vaux’s FlexRide adaptive dampers that featuring VXR button and a Sport for more focused damper steering control and throttle, also Brembo brakes.

Astra VXR

Also the new VX will get an optional double-decker rear wing; it will produce similar reduction in lift as the standard single-deck rear wing.

Says Smokin’ Jo: “We have devised a great package that will convince even the most experience and enthusiastic drivers.”

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