Mighty Mouse! Neil Birkitt samples the Superchipped Golf 1.4 TSI

摘要

THE TRADITIONAL idea that there's no substitute for cubic capacity when it comes to producing high performance has now been turned well on its head. Modern technology means that downsizing is the current theme, with even Formula 1 racing engines now reduced to a mere 1.6 litres in displacement. We've also seen several good examples within the Volkswagen model range recently, with the Golf R now running a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbo unit instead of the 3.2 V6, the T5 using 2.0-litre four-cylinder TDIs instead of 2.5 fives, and the 1.4-Litre TSI petrol engines are now widespread, powering everything from the Polo to the Touran, with outputs ranging from 122 to 180 PS.