CONFIRMED FOR 2010:CC: The CC's trunk lid now carries "CC", "4Motion" and engine-size badges on its formerly-unadorned trunk lid. A six-speed Direct Shift Gearbox replaces the traditional automatic on 2.0T models. Bluetooth phone connectivity is now standard, but the 2.0T model loses its heated side mirrors. An iPod connector is now available as a stand-alone option, although it will also be bundled with the navigation system.
EOS: New standard equipment includes Bluetooth, leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls, and a revised instrument cluster, and the iPod connector is now a stand-alone option. The Lux model gets a chrome grille (to differentiate it from the Eos Comfort) plus an optional sport-tuned suspension with 18" wheels.
GOLF: (photo) The all-new Golf, launched in Europe in 2009, comes to the US for 2010. Styling and interior are all-new, although the 2.5 liter 5-cylinder engine is a carryover. Volkswagen will re-introduce the Golf TDI with the same 140 hp 2-liter turbodiesel engine as the 2009 Jetta TDI.
GTI: (photo) Like the Golf on which it is based, the 2010 GTI is all new. Power comes from the familiar 200 hp 2-liter turbo four-cylinder (ain't nothin' wrong with that!), available with either a 6-speed manual or the Direct Shift Gearbox, VW's 6-speed twin-clutch automatic transmission. A new electronic limited-slip differential is standard. The GTI will be offered in both two- and four-door versions.
2010 Volkswagen GTI test drive and review
2010 Volkswagen GTI photo gallery
JETTA SEDAN: The Jetta gets new interior and exterior colors as well as a new instrument cluster and revised A/C controls. Bluetooth is now standard in SE and SEL trim levels and optional on the S. The iPod interface is available separately from the navigation system. The TDI is now offered in a single trim level, but Volkswagen will also offer a new model called the Jetta TDI Cup edition, which will combine the TDI engine with the sport-tuned suspension, brakes and body kit of the Jetta GLI. If the Jetta TDI Cup does well, VW may consider more diesel-powered sports cars for the North American market. A new Jetta is due in 2010 as a 2011 model.
JETTA SPORTWAGEN: (photo) The Jetta wagon gets the front end of the new Golf. North America is the only market where this car is sold as a Jetta; elsewhere it's sold and styled as the Golf Variant or Estate. It will continue to called the Jetta here, but using the Golf front clip will cut down production costs. The car behind the new face is unchanged from the 2009 Jetta SportWagen.
NEW BEETLE: The New Beetle gets new colors for the exterior (Tossau Blau) and interior (white), and convertibles gain a standard boot cover. A new New Beetle is in the works; see BEYOND 2010 below.
PASSAT: Automatic Passats now get the 6-speed Direct Shift Gearbox transmission. All Passats get Bluetooth and a CC-style leather steering wheel with audio controls as standard, while wagons get fog lights (the sedan already has 'em). Rear and side sunshades have been eliminated, and an iPod connector is now available separately from the optional navigation system. Cobalt Blue has been eliminated, which means the Passat is now only available in black, white, brown, silver or grey.
RABBIT: Renamed -- see GOLF, above.
ROUTAN: Volkswagen is trying out a Honda-like model lineup on the 2010 Routan. Instead of standalone options, the Routan now comes in 4 take-it-or-leave-it models: S, SE, SEL and SEL Premium. The SE will be available with or without rear seat entertainment (RSE) and navigation, and the SEL can be had with or without RSE. All models get more standard equipment: The S gains three-zone climate control; the SE gets faux leather, heated front seats, adjustable pedals, and Bluetooth; the SEL adds a sunroof, towing prep package, remote start, and a power 3rd-row seat; and the SEL Premium gets a towing prep package.
TIGUAN: The Tiguan gets a new instrument cluster, and all Tigs except the base-model Tiguan S get standard Bluetooth phone connectivity.
TOUAREG: The V8 has been dropped, leaving just the V6s (gas and diesel). Also gone for 2010: Air suspension, rear differential lock, and the Safety Package (which included dynamic cruise control and a blind spot warning system). But while VW taketh away, they also giveth: Bluetooth and walnut wood trim are now standard, and the Luxury, Technology and Premium Technology packages get more equipment. Volkswagen is expected to add a hybrid version of the Touareg in 2010, although it may be badged as a 2011 model.
BEYOND 2010:
JETTA: VW will introduce a new Jetta next year, presumably as a 2011 model. The new car is being designed specifically for North America, and will be slightly larger than the current Jetta. It will also be less expensive, although VW says the needed cost savings will come not from cheapening the car but from economies of scale (the vehicle will also be sold in China and Russia, markets that, like America, prefer sedans over hatchbacks) as well as more use of local suppliers.
NEW BEETLE: A new New Beetle will arrive in 2011, most likely as a 2012 model. Expect coupe and convertible body styles with more powertrain choices than the single engine offered now, as well as more customization options (think Scion and MINI). VW sees the New Beetle as a missed opportunity and plans to build on the Beetle's popularity in the US.
NEW MID-SIZE SEDAN: VW will introduce a new mid-size sedan aimed at the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry. The new car will be larger and less expensive than the current Passat, and will be built at VW's new plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Powertrain choices will include VW's 2.5 liter 5-cylinder and 2.0T 4-cylinder gasoline engines as well as a TDI diesel powerplant. The car will be introduced in late summer/early fall of 2011 as a 2012 model.
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