Which Volkswagen Golf to choose?
Which Volkswagen Golf to choose?
The Volkswagen Golf has been part of the automotive landscape since the mid-seventies. At the moment, it's the seven generation of this compact German that is on sale. The eighth generation will show the end of its hood at the end of the year 2019. Before that date, the current Golf deserves that one is interested in his case, especially since at the end of career you can hope to benefit from beautiful discounts. But to know which Volkswagen Golf to choose, follow the guide.
The current Volkswagen Golf was born in 2012 and was restyled at the end of 2016. On the occasion of this facelift, the manufacturer has made timid cosmetic modifications outside: shields, the light signature adopts full LED, according to versions. Blinkers that can be scrolled. On board, there are bigger differences with the optional adoption of the "Active Info Display" (digital instrumentation), the multimedia screen sees its size progress and may be associated with a gesture control. A semi-autonomous steering system in the traffic jams is now available and the Golf benefits from this facelift assistance towing and a parking automatic last generation.
An offer that is shrinking
Since the end of 2016, the appearance of the new anti-pollution standards has forced Volkswagen to review its engine offering with the disappearance of the plug-in hybrid version called GTE, the Sport Golf R. It is no longer available in three-door version and must be satisfied with two diesels of 115 and 150 hp. These are efficient and can drive this car on the road and highway without any worries. For gasoline blocks, the choice is wider with powers ranging from 85 to 245 hp. The 245 hp block is reserved for the GTI in its Performance version, while the other less powerful blocks are four in number: 85, 115, 130 and 150 hp. With the exception of the 85hp TSI, you can combine them with a powerful DSG7 gearbox and the most powerful diesel engine can be combined with the 4Motion all-wheel drive.
Ergonomics at the top
It is with the most powerful blocks that the Volkswagen Golf is best appreciated. Its road behavior is dynamic, safe and comfortable. The driving pleasure is very high especially with versions equipped with 150 hp blocks. On board, the finish and presentation are upscale. Since the 2016 restyling, the Golf has an optional right to the digital instrumentation "Active Info Display" which modernizes the compact of Wolfsburg. A compact sedan that is always a reference when it comes to the ergonomics of its controls. Everything is in its place and one can easily find an ideal driving position. In the back we are entitled to three beautiful seats, even if the power plant is to be reserved for a young adult or a child. The ride comfort is also of a very good level and the perfect soundproofing. Only downside, a trunk capacity that with 380 liters is in the low average of the category.
Ergonomics at the top
In early retirement
The Volkswagen Golf often pays a high price for its services, even though the brand has made an effort in the standard equipment from the entry level with the driver fatigue detection device, the lights LED back-up, the automatic braking system, cruise control / speed limiter, a 6.5-inch touch screen for multimedia, or the XDS system (which acts as an electronic locking differential allowing better traction in curves. finishes, we can find multiple safety equipment, comfort to have a compact sedan offering almost the same benefits of a limousine.Car end of career, we can now enjoy great discounts from the dealer who will fetch to sell its stock before the arrival of the new generation which will be unveiled at the end of the year 2019.
The Volkswagen Golf in ten points
Seventh generation of golf launched in 2013 (first in 1974), restyled in 2016
Dimensions (L x W x H in meters): 4,26 x 1,80 x 1,50 (only available in five doors)
Turning diameter: 10.9 m
Trunk volume mini: 380 liters
Maximum boot volume: 1,270 liters
Petrol engines: 1.0 TSI 85 and 115 hp, 1.5 TSI 130 and 150 hp. 2.0 TSI 245 hp (GTI Performance)
Diesel engines: 1.6 TDI 115 hp, 2.0 TDI 150 hp
150 hp 2.0 TDI engine available with 4Motion all-wheel drive (with DSG7)
DSG gearbox available with all engines except 1.2 TSI 85 hp
Price € 20,270 (Diesel: € 26,300)
The Volkswagen Golf has been part of the automotive landscape since the mid-seventies. At the moment, it's the seven generation of this compact German that is on sale. The eighth generation will show the end of its hood at the end of the year 2019. Before that date, the current Golf deserves that one is interested in his case, especially since at the end of career you can hope to benefit from beautiful discounts. But to know which Volkswagen Golf to choose, follow the guide.
Since the end of 2016, the appearance of the new anti-pollution standards has forced Volkswagen to review its engine offering with the disappearance of the plug-in hybrid version called GTE, the Sport Golf R. It is no longer available in three-door version and must be satisfied with two diesels of 115 and 150 hp. These are efficient and can drive this car on the road and highway without any worries. For gasoline blocks, the choice is wider with powers ranging from 85 to 245 hp. The 245 hp block is reserved for the GTI in its Performance version, while the other less powerful blocks are four in number: 85, 115, 130 and 150 hp. With the exception of the 85hp TSI, you can combine them with a powerful DSG7 gearbox and the most powerful diesel engine can be combined with the 4Motion all-wheel drive.
It is with the most powerful blocks that the Volkswagen Golf is best appreciated. Its road behavior is dynamic, safe and comfortable. The driving pleasure is very high especially with versions equipped with 150 hp blocks. On board, the finish and presentation are upscale. Since the 2016 restyling, the Golf has an optional right to the digital instrumentation "Active Info Display" which modernizes the compact of Wolfsburg. A compact sedan that is always a reference when it comes to the ergonomics of its controls. Everything is in its place and one can easily find an ideal driving position. In the back we are entitled to three beautiful seats, even if the power plant is to be reserved for a young adult or a child. The ride comfort is also of a very good level and the perfect soundproofing. Only downside, a trunk capacity that with 380 liters is in the low average of the category.
In early retirement
The Volkswagen Golf often pays a high price for its services, even though the brand has made an effort in the standard equipment from the entry level with the driver fatigue detection device, the lights LED back-up, the automatic braking system, cruise control / speed limiter, a 6.5-inch touch screen for multimedia, or the XDS system (which acts as an electronic locking differential allowing better traction in curves. finishes, we can find multiple safety equipment, comfort to have a compact sedan offering almost the same benefits of a limousine.Car end of career, we can now enjoy great discounts from the dealer who will fetch to sell its stock before the arrival of the new generation which will be unveiled at the end of the year 2019.
The Volkswagen Golf in ten points
Seventh generation of golf launched in 2013 (first in 1974), restyled in 2016
Dimensions (L x W x H in meters): 4,26 x 1,80 x 1,50 (only available in five doors)
Turning diameter: 10.9 m
Trunk volume mini: 380 liters
Maximum boot volume: 1,270 liters
Petrol engines: 1.0 TSI 85 and 115 hp, 1.5 TSI 130 and 150 hp. 2.0 TSI 245 hp (GTI Performance)
Diesel engines: 1.6 TDI 115 hp, 2.0 TDI 150 hp
150 hp 2.0 TDI engine available with 4Motion all-wheel drive (with DSG7)
DSG gearbox available with all engines except 1.2 TSI 85 hp
Price € 20,270 (Diesel: € 26,300)
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