Press photos have just been released of the mk5 R32. As with the mk4 version it will use the 4-Motion 4 wheel drive set up. Power is now up to 250bhp from the 3.2 V6 engine. 0-62 is quoted as 6.5 seconds for the 6-speed manual and 6.2 for the DSG gearbox.

It pretty much looks the part although I am not sure about the Clio Sport type exhaust tips. The front seats on the other hand, look stunning!

The car will debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September ahead of a Nov/Dec release in the UK. Prices are thought to be around 23k.

jv, 18/08/2005

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