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- Page 1 2014 Models Edition 1...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
VXR Colours and Trims This brochure covers Corsa VXR, Corsa VXR Clubsport, Astra VXR, New Insignia VXR SuperSport and New VXR8 models only. Some of the models shown include options and accessories available at extra cost. And not all of the features described are available on every model. -
Page 4: Live The Change
LIve THe CHANGe Advances in automotive technology have diluted the modern driving experience to the point where many of today’s ‘performance’ cars have become soulless and uncommunicative. You feel like you’re not actually driving. You feel like you’re being driven: you feel disconnected. VXR changes all that. -
Page 6: Corsa Vxr
Choose your weapon – VXR or the new VXR Clubsport model. All you need do is point and shoot. 18-inch alloy wheels and Adaptive Forward Lighting are optional at extra cost. *VXR Clubsport models. 6 | Corsa VXR... - Page 8 SerIoUSLY INvoLvING You don’t just get into the Corsa vxr. You tune in. every aspect, detail and material exists for one reason alone. To connect you to the road. Interior features Recaro shell-backed sports front seats with Morrocana-trimmed side •...
- Page 9 And they look pretty awesome too. 2. vxr facia. Think of it as VXR mission control. This is where it all happens if you’re a Corsa VXR driver. Black sports instruments with translucent rings and red highlights. Piano black-effect centre console with quality CD 30 MP3 audio and aux-in socket.
- Page 10 To SeT THe HeArT rACING The name says it all. The Corsa vxr means business. Just one glance at the honeycomb sports front grille, the rear roof spoiler and the side sills and you know this car promises performance. And under the bonnet it more than delivers.
- Page 11 Whichever way you look at it, Corsa VXR doesn’t hang around. The lightweight 1.6 litre turbo puts out 192PS and the software controlled overboost increases maximum torque to 260+Nm for safer overtaking. No worries in the chassis department either.
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Page 12: Corsa Vxr Clubsport
CorSA vxr CLUBSPorT Be in no doubt: the new Corsa vxr Clubsport throws down the challenge to the hot hatch elite and make no mistake it delivers, big time. A 205PS 1.6 litre turbocharged engine, Drexler mechanical limited-slip differential, Bilstein developed chassis set up, uprated Remus sports exhaust and high performance Brembo braking say this is one mean Corsa. - Page 13 Dark-tinted rear glass, Adaptive Forward Lighting and two-coat metallic paint are optional at extra cost. vxr Clubsport exterior. The VXR Clubsport signals it’s sporting intent with a hardcore stainless steel Remus dual exhaust system. 18-inch lightweight black gloss alloy wheels. And serious rubberware: 225/35 R 18 ultra-low profile tyres for massive grip 3. With 250-280Nm* of torque and 205PS, VXR Clubsport piles on the performance as cleanly as you like.
- Page 14 Bilstein, and rides a full 20mm lower at the front and 15mm at the rear than a regular Corsa VXR – giving the car a low, controlled stance. The result? A seriously engaging track-taming sensation that does full justice to the VXR badge.
- Page 15 This new Clubsport model takes Corsa VXR performance to the limit. Running on a diet of 98 octane fuel, a revised turbocharger and Remus sports exhaust with reduced back pressure have helped push performance to a whole new level.
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Page 16: Astra Vxr
ASTrA vxr When you’re left breathless, sweating and with the sound of your own heartbeat pounding in your ears, don’t say we didn’t warn you. The Astra VXR certainly means business. Packing an aggressive 280PS, 400Nm 2.0 litre turbocharged direct injection engine, it’s just begging to be taken out for a blast. - Page 18 WHere mAN meeTS mACHINe Take a seat in Astra vxr and kick your senses into overdrive. From the very moment you get behind the wheel, you’ll recognise this interior has been designed with real drivers in mind. Interior features 1. vxr Instruments. Bold instrument graphics and sports pedals set your heart Premium VXR sports front seats •...
- Page 19 vxr detailing. The unique VXR detailing, premium VXR sports front seats and intuitive driver ergonomics leave no doubt as to why this VXR just demands to be driven. vxr Performance Seat Pack. For the ultimate driving experience specify this optional Pack featuring powered lumbar and side bolster supports.
- Page 20 3 LeTTerS, 1 meSSAGe: vxr PerFormANCe make no mistake about it – the Astra vxr was born to perform. every inch of this adrenalin-pumping sporting masterpiece has been geared towards rubber hitting road. don’t believe us? Take a look for yourself: exterior features 3.
- Page 21 The Astra VXR is not only one of the most powerful cars in its class, it’s the fastest production Astra in Vauxhall’s history. At its heart is a 2.0 litre turbocharged direct injection engine, producing 280PS of power and an impressive 400Nm of torque –...
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Page 22: New Insignia Vxr Supersport
NeW INSIGNIA vxr SUPerSPorT If New Insignia speaks a whole new language. New Insignia vxr SuperSport talks in absolutes. New subtle yet aggressive styling and design cues perfectly complement the awesome 2.8 litre V6 Turbo that develops 325PS. A massive 435Nm of torque. 0-60mph acceleration in just 5.6 seconds*. - Page 24 NeW INSIGNIA vxr SUPerSPorT Familiar yet unmistakably unique, the New Insignia vxr SuperSport’s new exterior styling says more about this cars performance than words ever could. Instantly memorable, the new front and rear styling give the VXR SuperSport instant road presence. The muscular front bumper with vertical air intakes, rear diffuser and integrated matt chrome tailpipes feature on all three models, hatchback, saloon and Sports Tourer.
- Page 26 dYNAmIC PerFormANCe NeedS dYNAmIC STYLe Strapping yourself into the driver’s seat of the New Insignia vxr SuperSport has never been so enjoyable. Awe-inspiring on every level, the high levels of comfort and technology are there for all to see. Standard across the vxr SuperSport range, Navi 900 IntelliLink infotainment unit features a wealth of modern technologies, including our new touch-pad designed specifically to bond driver with machine.
- Page 27 Interior features Recaro sports front seats with • Morrocana-trimmed side bolsters Driver’s and front passenger’s front, • side-impact and curtain airbags Three-spoke flat-bottomed leather-covered • sports steering wheel with VXR logo 8-inch digital instrument display • VXR floor mats • VXR sports pedals •...
- Page 28 PerFormANCe To THrILL PreSeNCe To INSPIre The vxr styling features are a clue to a truly unique machine. Beneath this exterior is an exceptional performance engine. A 2.8i, 24-valve, v6 turbocharged engine that propels this four-wheel drive car at an astonishing rate. Pure performance meets pure style.
- Page 29 engine, transmission and chassis. Make no mistake, New Insignia VXR SuperSport was designed to perform. All three models hatch, saloon, and Sports Tourer benefit from new front and rear styling, with signature VXR design elements. But it’s not just the appearance that has been improved.
- Page 30 TeCHNoLoGY You don’t have to be a race car designer to understand why vxr models are so special. The results speak for themselves. But just in case you’re wondering about what lies behind our performance features, we’ve explained a few of them here in exPLAINed a little more detail.
- Page 31 10mm, spring rates have been stiffened and bespoke suspension bushes accurately judge grip levels. In fact, the Corsa VXR Clubsport model features specially are used. To achieve the best handling balance, the front and rear anti-roll bar diameters commissioned progressive-rate springs and inverted monotube dampers courtesy of have also been revised.
- Page 32 TeCHNoLoGY exPLAINed 32 | VXR Technology...
- Page 33 By sensing which rear wheel has the Slip Differential (LSD). The Corsa VXR most grip, eLSD can transfer more torque to the wheel most able to utilise it. Up to 50% of the...
- Page 34 TeCHNoLoGY exPLAINed 1. Brembo braking systems. Corsa VXR Clubsport, Astra VXR and New Insignia VXR SuperSport’s all feature a four-piston Brembo front braking system featuring larger diameter ventilated and on Astra VXR and New Insignia VXR SuperSport, cross-drilled front discs. The cast iron discs are mounted on an aluminium centre reducing weight and improving performance.
- Page 35 3. Astra vxr Performance Seat Pack. The Astra VXR’s lightweight performance front seats use composite technology to provide the optimum driver position, lateral location during cornering and ergonomic comfort. The injection moulded shells are formed from a composite of polyamide and fibreglass providing excellent strength and rigidity. Additional benefits include reduced weight (45 percent lighter) and reduced seat depth.
- Page 36 Standard on Astra VXR and New Insignia VXR ® Supersport, optional on both Corsa VXR models, the system enables your mobile phone to interface with the infotainment unit for operation via the steering wheel control, facia display or voice activation via Bluetooth ®...
- Page 37 4. Corsa Touch and Connect. An intuitive touch-screen navigation system complete with USB connection and Bluetooth ® connectivity featuring 4x20W per channel output and seven premium speakers. VXR Options | 37...
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Page 38: New Vxr8
If you want to make a stand, then it’s time to take a seat. With its aggressive new look and awe-inspiring performance DNA to match, the Vauxhall VXR8 GTS redefines world-class saloon design with more presence, more power and more passion than ever before. So, if you’re not yet ready to let life pass you by, strap yourself in, take the wheel and enjoy the ultimate driving experience. - Page 40 Vauxhall. 40 | New VXR8...
- Page 42 THe SeAT oF PoWer Step inside the new vxr8 and the first thing you’ll notice is that everything has been created to put the driver first. The performance front seats, the head-up display, sports instrument panel, driver preference dial and the flat-bottomed steering wheel all confirm this is a true drivers car.
- Page 43 Interior features Dual-zone electronic climate control • VXR Performance seats in Onyx • Leather Trim Eight-way electric adjustment of driver and • front passenger seat Heated front seats • Leather-covered flat bottomed sports • steering wheel Steering wheel mounted controls for audio •...
- Page 44 meeT THe WoLF IN WoLF’S CLoTHING If you’ve never driven a v8 muscle car before, then prepare to get noticed as the New vxr8 GTS just demands attention. From the muscular stance to the guttural roar of the v8 engine, this super-car takes centre stage wherever it goes and simply demands to be driven.
- Page 45 engine, transmission and chassis. The LSA 6.2 litre engine is not your ordinary V8. Read Chassis, suspension and brakes Transmission the data. An almighty 585PS @ 6150rpm. 740Nm of torque @ 3850rpm. Solid-state direct fire Variable-ratio power-assisted rack Limited-slip differential •...
- Page 46 NeW vxr CLUBSPorT r8 ANd mALoo r8 The vxr8 GTS has the ability to instinctively engage every facet of the vehicle’s performance so you feel, not just think the driving experience. The vxr8 Clubsport r8 Saloon and Tourer models and the awesome vxr8 maloo r8 embody that same philosophy.
- Page 47 The Clubsport r8 means As with the Clubsport r8, business and looks like it. there’s no compromise on The sculpting of the new style, performance and bonnet and boot together with comfort. But the Clubsport the lo-line body-colour spoiler R8 Tourer comes with even deliver a dynamic, sporty look.
- Page 48 NeW vxr8 GTS eNHANCed drIver INTerFACe enhanced driver Interface (edI) is the centrepiece of the New vxr8 GTS. Never before has the driving enthusiast been able to engage with their vehicle on this level. edI connects with the onboard computer to constantly stream real-time vehicle dynamics main menu.
- Page 49 Gauges. Select your gauges for real-time Stopwatch. Perfect for hill climbs, road data Logging. Download your recorded information such as Power, Torque, Manifold rallies and your competitive instincts. information onto a USB stick and review it Pressure, Fuel, Elevation, or Air Temp. later on your PC.
- Page 50 NeW vxr8 GTS Side blind zone alert system. The system monitors the surrounding traffic to keep the driver informed during lane changing situations. Multiple sensors around the car emit CHASSIS dYNAmICS ultrasonic waves across key lane transition zones to keep you aware of any adjacent cars travelling in the same direction that may not always be visible in your mirrors.
- Page 51 Generation 3 mrC. Fitted as standard to the VXR8 GTS, MRC is a suspension system that The finely tuned ‘Performance’ mode offers a sharper response with reduced body integrates dynamic hardware with advanced software. With electronic control over roll. For the ultimate driving sensation ‘Track’ mode, combined with 20” wheels, rides suspension damping, the VXR8 GTS takes V8 muscle car suspension tuning to a new and like a race tuned Supercar.
- Page 52 – fabric or leather – specially selected to reflect the range’s performance heritage. oPTIoNAL TrImS Corsa vxr Corsa vxr Clubsport Astra vxr Glacier White – Brilliant* Glacier White – Brilliant* Power Red – Solid (two coat) Carbon Flash –...
- Page 53 Corsa vxr. Standard: Charcoal Splice cloth with Astra vxr. Standard: Jet Black Track cloth seat inserts Morrocana-trimmed seat bolsters (illustrated on page 8). with Cool Pearl stitching on Morrocana-trimmed seat bolsters (illustrated above). Optional at extra cost: Leather Pack (illustrated above) comprising leather seat facings and heated front seats.
- Page 54 CoLoUrS ANd The New Insignia vxr SuperSport and New vxr8 GTS are available in a range of striking exterior colours – specially selected to reflect their performance pedigree. oPTIoNAL TrImS New Insignia vxr SuperSport New vxr8 GTS Power Red – Solid (two-coat) Heron White –...
- Page 55 New Insignia vxr SuperSport. Standard: Track cloth/Morrocana (illustrated above left). New vxr8. VXR8 Onyx leather featuring performance front seats with eight-way electrical adjustment and lumbar Optional at extra cost: Leather Pack (illustrated above right) comprising perforated leather seat facings, eight-way support adjustment.
- Page 56 Vauxhall website. Please note that Vauxhall retailers are not the agents of General Motors UK Limited and are not authorised to bind the Company by any specific or implied...