The limited edition Fiesta ST200 was more powerful
than the standard car too.
Not exact matches
As well as being more powerful
than the
standard GTB, the 488 Pista's engine is lighter,
too, thanks to the use of inconel exhaust manifolds and a lighter crankshaft and flywheel from the Challenge
car, plus the use of titanium conrods and a carbonfibre intake plenum.
True, the performance isn't up to Mulsanne and Ghost
standards — although 0 - 60mph in 7.5 seconds from a diesel in a
car weighing more
than either Ghost or Mulsanne is none
too shoddy — but with 30mpg on the combined cycle the Range Rover is distinctly less juicy
than the luxo - barges.
The 252 horsepower and 273 lb - ft of torque it makes, however, is the highest output of any
car in the VW world that uses the powerplant, and it's mated to a
standard seven - speed dual - clutch automatic, meaning it should shift faster
than anything else VW offers,
too.
Or, better still, pick the 320d ED; it's a bit slower
than the
standard 320d, but still serves up good pace for satisfying everyday progress and is a good option for company
car buyers,
too.