What is the name of the Volkswagen R36?
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Volkswagen R36 is called the Magotan Travel Edition. It is an imported car under Volkswagen's R-series R36 in Germany, inheriting the dynamic genes of the R-series high-performance sports sedans. It is equipped with a V6 3.6L FSI engine, with a maximum output power of 220 kW and a maximum torque of 350 Nm, paired with a DSG dual-clutch transmission. The dimensions of the Volkswagen R36 are 4765mm in length, 1820mm in width, and 1472mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2709mm. The front suspension uses a MacPherson independent suspension, and the rear suspension uses a multi-link independent suspension.
Recently while researching Volkswagen's classic models, I revisited the R36. Its full name is the Volkswagen Passat R36, a high-performance version launched by Volkswagen around 2008. The name R36 comes directly from its core - equipped with a 3.6-liter VR6 engine and all-wheel-drive system, delivering an impressive 300 horsepower with strong acceleration. I find the naming quite clever: R represents its racing pedigree, while 36 indicates the engine displacement, continuing Volkswagen's R-series tradition. Available as a wagon or sedan, it balanced practicality and performance, though it was relatively rare in the domestic market. Discontinued for ten years now, its used prices fluctuate slightly. Potential buyers should pay attention to engine cooling issues, requiring regular maintenance of the cooling system, which can be somewhat troublesome. In summary, the R36 was a fun choice of its era - though no longer new, its driving experience remains captivating.
