These are the first official photos with the 2013 Volkswagen Golf Variant - ahead of its debut at the Geneva Auto Show next week.

No details of the car were revealed, but it's styling is a cleaner and sharpener evolution of the current model with a better-looking rear end.

The tail lamps adopt a rounder design than the ones found on the hatch, and a TSI engine sporting silver roof rails and five double-spoke alloys.

Full details will have to wait until later, but we have a good idea of what to expect. Expect a wide palette of gasoline- and diesel-burning engines with a 1.4-liter turbo four or a 2.0-liter turbo-diesel along with transmission choices including VW's DSG dual-clutch automatic or a six-speed manual.

We don't have any images of the interior, but this new model will share its MQB bones with the new Golf.

Full details will be available next week when the car will be shown at the Geneva.

Volkswagen of America has finally announced pricing for the 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid when it goes on sale in the United States later this year. The Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid is offered in four different trim packages ranging start at $24,995, up to the SEL Premium package for $31,180.

The 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid uses a direct-injected and electric motor, a 1.4-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine output of 170 hp (127 kW) and 184 lb-ft (249 Nm) of torque. Volkswagen is predicting respectable performance 0-60 mph should be around the 9-second mark, returning an estimated combined fuel economy of 45 mpg US (5.2 L/100km / 54.0 mpg UK).

Moving up to the Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid SE for $26,990 variant adds keyless entry, power reclining front seats, a touchscreen infotainment system, push button start and LED taillights.

Climbing further up the ladder, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid SE has a sticker price of $29,325. Gets upgraded 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, six-way power driver’s seat, a navigation system, a sunroof and heated front seats.

Lastly, the range-topping Jetta Hybrid SEL Premium has a sticker price of $30,120. The features bi-xenon headlights, LED daytime running lights, a Fender audio system, a rear-view camera, an active front-lighting system and 17-inch alloy wheels.

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