VW Golf GTI Mk6 Last Edition

German tuning brand of all things related to the VW Group, ABT Sportsline, introduced a "Last Edition" version of the current Golf GTI Mk6 at the Essen Motor Show, which runs until December 9.

The ABT VW Golf GTI Last Edition is offered in two flavors as far as power is concerned, a base model with a reprogrammed ECU that lifts the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine's output from 211PS (208hp) to 260PS (256hp), and a stage II version gaining a new turbocharger with 310PS (306hp).

The GTI also gets a sports suspension that lower's the ride height by 25mm (1 inch) with the 310PS model gaining a new braking system with 345mm discs as well.

ABT Sportsline rounds out the package with cosmetic touches in the form of an aero kit with a front apron that includes a lip spoiler and LED daytime running lights, side skirts, a rear diffuser with a diagonal 4-pipe exhaust system and a roof spoiler, all of which feature red accents, plus new alloy wheels and red splash decals on the body.

Last but not least, ABT said that it will offer the final edition Golf GTI package at "special" prices, without providing specific MSRPs.

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Mercedes-Benz A-Class by Brabus

The German brand has prepared a set of aero parts for both the regular and the AMG Sport equipment lines. For the AMG Sport models, the list includes a front spoiler, special trims for the lower corner air vents, a rear-fascia insert shaped like a diffuser, and a rear spoiler.

A quad tailpipe arrangement together with a selection of alloy wheel designs in sizes 17-, 18- and 19-inches (the latter shod in 255/30 R 19 performance tires at the back), and sport springs that lower the ride-height by around 25mm complete the hatch's new stance.

For the cabin, Brabus says the options range from a completion of the ex-factory leather upholstery to a bespoke all-leather or Alcantara interior and numerous trim items.

In regards of the performance tuning for the gasoline and diesel engines of the new A-Class, Brabus said that the power kits are in the final stages of development with more details to be released soon.

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