popular car Volkswagen Golf appeared in 1974. It was a small front-wheel drive hatchback, the base power unit was a 1.1-liter engine with 50 hp. from. Later appeared diesel version(1.5 liters, 50 hp) And the most powerful was the Golf GTI with a 1.6-liter engine with 110 hp. from. From the very beginning, Golf customers were offered cars not only with mechanical box gears, but also "automatic".
With time the lineup replenished with a convertible and a sedan, which received its own name. The production of hatchbacks ended in 1983, the convertible continued to be made until 1993. And in South Africa, this car in a modernized form called Citi was produced until 2009. The total circulation of the first "Golf" was 6.7 million copies.
2nd generation (A2), 1983–1992
In 1983, the second generation Golf debuted. The car became larger, acquired modern equipment - ABS, power steering, on-board computer, in 1986 there was an all-wheel drive version of the Syncro. "Charged" Volkswagen Golf G60 was equipped with a 160-horsepower 1.8-liter engine. A total of 6.4 million cars were produced.
In 1990-1991, the "off-road" Volkswagen Golf Country was produced, developed jointly with Steyr-Daimler-Puch. From the usual all-wheel drive Golf, such a car differed by an increased ground clearance of 63 mm (up to 180 mm) and corresponding accessories. The demand for this version turned out to be much lower than planned - a total of 7735 cars were made.
3rd generation (A3), 1991–2002
The 1991 Volkswagen Golf III with a completely new design was produced in hatchback, convertible and station wagon body styles. The car was equipped with engines ranging from 1.4 to 2.9 liters with a capacity of 60-190 liters. from. The sedan version began to be called (in the American market the name remained the same - Jetta). Hatchbacks and station wagons were made until 1997, convertibles - until 2001. In total, almost five million cars rolled off the assembly line.
4th generation (A4), 1997–2010
The "fourth" Golf, whose production began in 1997, has grown in length, has become more solid and comfortable with an interior in the style of "" and a wide selection additional equipment. The choice of engines was wide, among them - turbodiesels, gasoline turbo engines, gasoline engines with direct fuel injection. The most powerful version was the Golf R32 (3.2 liters, 238 hp) with all-wheel drive and DSG preselection. The European version of the sedan changed its name again -. In Europe, the car was produced until 2006, in Brazil it is still being made.
5th generation (A5), 2003–2009
In 2003, the fifth generation of the model went on sale. The car was produced with hatchback and station wagon bodies, and the sedan version was again called. At the end of 2004, a one-volume hatchback was introduced, featuring a different design. In total, up to 2009, 3.3 million cars were produced.
6th generation (A6), 2009–2012
Debuted in 2008, the “sixth” Golf was, in fact, a deeply modernized car of the previous generation with a new design, authored by Walter da Silva.
Gamma power units consisted of “aspirated” 1.4 and 1.6 (80 and 102 hp, respectively), turbo engines of the TSI series with a volume of 1.2, 1.4 and 1.8 liters (105–160 forces), as well as 1.6 TDI and 2.0 TDI turbodiesels developing 105–170 "horses". The machines were completed with "mechanics" or a preselective robotic box DSG gear. Especially for the American market, the Volkswagen Golf was offered with a five-cylinder gasoline engine 2.5 (172 hp), which could be equipped with a six-speed "automatic".
Also in the lineup was a "hot" hatchback Volkswagen Golf GTI, equipped with a two-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with a capacity of 210-235 hp. from. And at the very end of 2009, the Golf R appeared with a two-liter engine boosted to 270 forces and all-wheel drive.
In addition to the three-door and five-door hatchbacks, in 2010 they began to produce a station wagon (in the US market - the Jetta Sportwagen). It was a copy of the previous generation car, but with a front end from the new Golf. In 2011, a convertible version was introduced, it had a folding fabric top.
The production of the sixth generation Golf continued until 2013, in total about 2.9 million of these cars were produced.
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Volkswagen Golf is a product of Volkswagen, located in Germany. The popular hatchback became the most successful car of the company and took the 3rd line among the best-selling vehicles. According to information for 2007, more than 25,000,000 copies were produced. Auto is the flagship of purchases among European motorists.
The machine serves as the founder of the golf class. Interestingly, it was recognized as the "Import Car of the Year in Japan" (2004-2005). At the onset of 2013, the car of the 7th family was named the best car of the year at the World Car of the Year competition, which takes place every year. The entire range of Volkswagen.
Car history
1st generation - A1 (1974-1993)
The famous vehicle made its public debut in 1974. Volkswagen Golf 1 received a special name in honor of the warm ocean current - the Gulf Stream. Modest plastic trim, angular design solutions and average comfort were justified by a front-wheel drive layout (which was an extremely rare occurrence at that time), a rich range of diesel and gasoline engines, a choice of bodies (3- or 5-door hatchback, Jetta sedan and cabriolet).
The first generation had a rear window washer, a wiper, a sliding sunroof, a gas tank cap and a alloy wheels wheels. In the United States of America and Canada, the vehicle was produced under the name VW Rabbit. The Volkswagen Golf 1 was designed by Italian car designer Giorgetto Giugiaro.
Volkswagen Golf first generation
As a regular engine, a power plant was used, the volume of which was 1.1 liters, producing 50 horsepower. A little later, they began to install a diesel variation of a 50-horsepower 1.5-liter engine. Such motors made it possible to accelerate to 90 km / h in 13.2 seconds, and the top speed was at the level of 149 kilometers per hour.
The average fuel consumption was 8.6 liters per 100 kilometers. The most powerful was the Golf GTI, where there was a power unit that received a volume of 1.6 liters, had a K-Jetronic fuel injection system and gave out 110 “mares”. With such an engine, the car accelerated to 183 km / h, and it took only 9 seconds to overcome the first hundred kilometers per hour.
The sporty version of the model had the price tag of a subcompact car and the dynamism of a sports coupe. The GTI featured dark window frames, sport-style seats and steering wheel, and wider plastic wheel-frame trims.
Initially, those who bought the Golf were offered a car not only with a mechanically shifted transmission, but also with automatic transmission gears. Already from the first generation german car had good enough equipment, which made it possible to feel comfortable while driving a hatchback.
By 1979, the company introduced a new Golf convertible, which had a folding soft top. bodywork engaged in the notorious studio Karmann in Osnabrück. They decided to create cars in the back of a convertible before designing the 3rd generation of the Golf. In part, this happened due to the fact that the convertible of the 2nd family could not be released.
A little later, the model grid was replenished with a convertible and a sedan, which received its name Jetta. The release of hatchbacks was completed in 1983, convertibles were still produced until 1993. In the Republic of South Africa, cars in an improved image under the name Citi were made until 2009. In total, Golf 1 families produced 6,700,000 vehicles in circulation.
Despite the fact that the GTI version of the first generation Golf was released in 1976, the international magazine Sports Car International awarded it the 3rd line among the most best cars eighties.
2nd generation - A2 (1983-1992)
When 1983 came, the Golf 1 was replaced by the 2nd family. The novelty came out more voluminous, acquired modern equipment, where there was ABS, power steering and an on-board computer. The length of the Volkswagen Golf 2 has grown by 300 mm, in width - by 55 millimeters, so the inside is filled with spaciousness and comfort.
With the help of a modernized body shape, it was possible to reduce the air resistance index from 0.42 to 0.34. The specialists decided to keep the most important recognizable design elements, but they were supplemented and improved.
After 3 years (in 1986), the all-wheel drive version of Syncro was born. The “charged” version of the Volkswagen Golf G60 had a 1.8-liter power plant under the hood, which developed 160 horsepower. There was a pressurization of a mechanical type.
The second family was more generous with modifications. By 1984, many saw the auto GTI, where there were 8-valve engines that developed 112 "horses". Since the beginning of 1990-1991, an “off-road” Volkswagen Golf Country model was produced, developed together with Steyr-Daimler-Purch. From the standard version of the car with all-wheel drive, the Country differed by an increased ground clearance of 63 millimeters and related elements.
Golf Syncro The body, along with Golf Syncro installations, was placed on the frame, with the help of which the car received increased ground clearance. In addition, there is a viscous coupling in the drive rear axle, which automatically connects rear wheels when the front ones are slipping.
However, the need for such a version turned out to be lower than planned - only 7,735 vehicles were produced. They produced cars of 2 families until 1992, in general, 6,300,000 units were built.
3rd generation - A3 (1991-2002)
The third Golf family took its first steps in August 1991 at the Geneva Motor Show. The body was produced with a three-door and five-door hatchback, a station wagon version of the Golf Variant, as well as a convertible. With the back of the rear sofa reclined, the trunk of the station wagon received a volume of 1,425 liters.
The third generation has acquired a special design solution, and there is more free space inside. There was an abundance of auxiliary equipment, for example, ABS, electric heating seats, air conditioning, electric drive for adjusting the angle of inclination of the seat backs.
They did not forget to install centralized control of locks, electric adjustment of the position of external mirrors, options for preheating the power unit in winter, and so on.
Volkswagen Golf third generation The arsenal of power plants had 7 engines running on gasoline (from 1.4 liters with a capacity of 60 horsepower, to the frisky VR6 12V, 190-horsepower, which received a volume of 2.9 liters). There were engines running on diesel fuel (a pair of “aspirated”, 64/75 “horses”, respectively, and the only turbo engine that produced 90 “horses”).
All petrol engines had neutralizers. The weakest power unit received a volume of 1.4 liters, and the most powerful - 2.8 liters. The latter accelerated the car to 225 km / h, and the first "hundred" took 7.6 seconds. The most powerful options came with a four-speed automatic, where there was an electric hydraulic drive.
The box had two programs - economy and sport style of movement. All wheels received disc brake elements, moreover, the front ones were ventilated. On all models, they began to mount servo steering and brake systems.
Volkswagen engine Golf By 1995, the original Golf appeared, with a 2.8-liter VR6 on board. The idea behind the new engine was to take a standard V6 engine and change the angle between the two cylinders by 15 degrees so that all the pistons fit under the same cylinder head.
This allowed the development of the 172 engine horsepower. The sedan body version was called the Vento. The R&D department has been particularly attentive to the issue of security. The presence of easily collapsible volumes in the event of a collision, reinforced frames integrated into the doors of amplifiers was used.
In addition, the 3rd generation hatchback had an Airbag for the driver and front passenger, a steering column deformed by 170 millimeters, a “tidy” covered with foam plastic and rear seat backs made of steel.
The German company did not forget to provide its customers with a guarantee against through corrosion for a period of 12 years. As a result, the third Golf scattered in a circulation of 4,800,000 vehicles, and the construction was completed in 1997.
4th generation - A4 (1997-2010)
Volkswagen Golf 4, produced in 1997, has become longer, more solid and more comfortable. The interior was now similarly styled to the Passat, and offered a sizable list of extra features. The range of choice of power plants has increased. There was the presence of turbodiesels, gasoline turbo engines, gasoline units with a direct fuel injection system.
The list of engines has 6 petrol and 3 diesel variations, the power of which varies from 68 to 180 "horses". The most powerful model is the Golf R32, which has a 3.2-liter 238-horsepower engine, a system all-wheel drive and preselective box DSG.
Without radical changes, the design staff was able to make the hatchback more modern. Initially, non-standard light elements are striking. The combined glass dome hides a pair of massive low and high beam headlights, as well as a pair of small round direction indicators, along with foglights.
The aft part of the car has noticeably changed, the most important part of which was now the rear roof pillar, which has a curved shape and flows into the wing. We decided to use sound-absorbing materials and brand new fastening elements for the engine and exhaust system. Volkswagen Golf 4 received 4 levels of equipment: Trendline, Comfortline, Highline and GTI.
I was very pleased with the list of basic equipment, where there is an ABS, front Airbag for the driver and passenger, two side Airbags in the backs of the front seats, a disc brake system on four wheels (ventilated in front), power steering with variable gear ratio and effort on the steering wheel, height-adjustable driver's seat, dust filter for the air ventilation system, head restraints on the rear seats, body-colored bumpers and grille, as well as exterior rear-view mirrors.
If necessary, the center console can come with installed navigation on the LCD screen. There are elements that were previously absent in machines of this class. For example, in order for the windshield wipers to work intensively, a rain sensor monitors them. In Europe, the sedan version began to be called VW Bora. It was also produced there until 2006, and in Brazil it is produced to this day.
Many car owners carry out a small tuning, especially for the 4th generation Volkswagen Golf. It is enough to equip the model with brand new wheels and a couple of aerodynamic body kits, and the car will become a real male sports car.
It turns out that the Germans did not fail with the design of the model - it is really universal. We can say that the fourth Golf is a kind of constructor that anyone can transform to suit their style and character.
5th generation - A5 (2003-2009)
The year 2003 came, which was marked by the appearance of the fifth generation of the machine. The car was produced in the back of a hatchback, station wagon, as well as a sedan, which was called -. The hatchback was presented in autumn (September) at the Frankfurt Motor Show. They decided to build the vehicle on the newest base, which formed the basis of the Audi A3 of the 2nd family and the Volkswagen Touran.
It turns out that the hatchback has acquired the presence of a multi-link rear suspension, a brand new body, which has increased rigidity by 80 percent. Volkswagen Golf 5 has increased in length by 57 millimeters (4204 mm), in width - by 24 millimeters (1759 mm) and in height - by 39 millimeters (1483 mm).
Passengers sitting behind could feel the increase in free space, as the legs became much freer (by 65 mm), and the ceiling height increased by 24 mm. In terms of dimensions, the novelty is almost equal to the first version of the Passat, released in 1973. However, this is a consequence of modern changes - the car should be spacious, fit 5 people and several suitcases in the luggage compartment. The trunk has also grown in volume to a value of 350 liters.
The appearance of the car has five main elements, where you can see the waist line that runs under the side windows and rises up, a clear graphics of the side windows that form one single. The presence of relief-style sidewalls in the area of stern pillars and doors, the inherent shape of the rear pillar, and the swift roof line, which is curved at an angle, are clearly distinguished.
It is easy to notice the completely fresh look of the design of the nasal area, where there is an improved aerodynamics. In place are twin round headlights with transversely mounted direction indicators, which, like Phaeton, clearly “sharpen” towards the central area of the “front end”.
Above the headlights rises the curved plane of the wings. Together with the hood and grille, they draw a V-shaped style. The interior of the 5th generation is strict in the standard German style, but it is functional and ergonomic. Functional departments are brightly separated, all keys, along with switches, are located in their usual places.
Any little thing, when compared with the previous version, was finalized and improved. For example, they decided to install the center console with the adjustments installed on it higher in order to increase their information content and facilitate management. The design of the seats installed in front has been fully updated - now they provide maximum comfort.
The Fifth Golf is the first vehicle in its category, where you can optionally install seats with an electric adjustable lumbar support that functions in 4 modes (integrated into the seat) or with an independent heater.
Volkswagen Golf 5 interior In addition, it is possible to install a front passenger seat, where there is a backrest that folds forward. This allows you to extend the cargo area and transport cargo of increased dimensions. Fifth Golf received several variations of engines and transmissions.
The diesel line is represented by two engines: a 2-liter and a capacity of 140 “horses”, as well as a 1.9-liter and a capacity of 105 horsepower. The list of available gasoline engines is clearly longer: a volume of 1.6 liters, producing 102 horsepower, 1.4 liters, developing 75 "horses" and 1.6 liters, issuing 115 horsepower. Golf V is equipped with 1.4 TSI (maybe 3 units - 122, 140 and 170 horsepower) and 2.0 FSI (two options - 150/200 "horses").
The fifth family comes with three standard equipment versions: Trendline, Comfortline and Sportline, which differ in small trim elements. Each of them has six airbags, ABS with Brake Assist and ESP.
At the end of 2004, a one-volume VW hatchback was introduced golf plus, which differed by a different design decision. In total, by 2009, 3,300,000 cars were produced.
6th generation - A6 (2009-2012)
The 6th generation Volkswagen Golf debuted in October 2008 at the Paris Motor Show. The car was, in fact, a deeply modernized car of the past family. Walter da Silva was responsible for the appearance of the car. They assembled a model in the back of a three-door and five-door hatchback, as well as a station wagon and a convertible.
It so happened that the sixth generation came out when many countries began to introduce mandatory daytime running lights. The German company reacted perfectly. All versions of the Golf had headlights with integrated daytime running lights. Due to the fact that the front end was updated, the “six” looked more dynamic than its predecessor.
The versatile model began to stand out from the competition. Despite the fact that the volume of the luggage compartment was slightly less than that of its competitors, the Golf did not allow to lose ground as a common family car. Even a first glance at the VW Golf 6 allows us to confidently conclude that the novelty has become more elegant.
The optics installed in front, familiar to many from the Scirocco concept, are now radically different. The headlights are oval on one side, and on the other end with a sharp angle. The optics installed at the back did not disappoint - the contours of the headlights were drawn in a unique and elegant way.
volkswagen golf wagon They are a bit like an SUV. Despite the fact that the body panels (apart from the roof) were made from scratch, the 6th family did not turn out to be supernova. It is still easy to perceive him as an old acquaintance.
The bumper has a drawn friendly smile, relief edges were drawn along the line of the sides. And without that wide rear rack made even wider. The window sill line has slightly lowered, but the doors themselves, along with the doorways, have not changed.
Very pleased with the soundproofing. No wonder the sixth generation is called the quietest in its segment. It was also possible to seriously improve handling, despite its already high level in the previous generation.
There aren't many changes inside either. In the new style, the top of the dashboard looks along with the door panels and the center console. Dashboard, three-spoke wheel, a climate control unit and an audio system - these elements migrated from the VW Passat CC.
If earlier there was an uncomfortable blue backlight for many, now it is gone. Instead, a white-moon backlight was introduced, which looks more elegant and does not negatively affect the eyes. In general, the interior pleased with high quality materials: dark top, light bottom, beautifully crafted leather, literally from everything it gives solidity and quality factor.
Feeling like you're in a higher class car. Of course, the basic equipment does not look so solid: the steering wheel does not have a leather sheath and keys, the audio recorder is simple, mechanical windows are installed on the rear doors, and the seats are not of such a relief type, they are upholstered in gray or black fabric. Although, as we said above, luggage compartment a little changed, it's nice that there are 4 convenient hook fasteners in their places, and there is also a 12 V socket.
If we talk about power plants, that here there is a rich choice. 7 petrol and 3 diesel engines. Gasoline includes 1.4-liter 16-valve 80 hp (since 2008), 1.6-liter 8-valve 102 hp (since 2008), 1.2-liter TSI producing 86 and 106 horsepower (since 2010). .), 1.4-liter TSI, developing 122 and 160 horsepower (since 2008).
Gas engine Next come the TSI versions with the same volume of 2.0 liters. The "weakest" sports model develops 211 horsepower and has been produced since 2009, followed by a 235-horsepower engine, which has been produced in limited edition for the Golf GTI "Edition 35" since 2011, and closes the list with a gasoline engine that produces 271 horsepower (produced since autumn 2009 for Golf R 2.0).
Diesel engines include a 1.6-liter TDI, which produces 90 and 105 "horses" (since 2009). There are also 2.0-liter TDI versions, developing 110 and 140 horsepower (since 2008). The most powerful two-liter diesel engine received 170 horsepower - it has been produced since 2009.
diesel engine The car's arsenal has several triumphant things. This includes the proprietary 4MOTION all-wheel drive system. None of the competitors in the segment has anything like it. However, this is not an innovation, because the company has equipped a model with a permanent all-wheel drive system from the 2nd family.
The sixth version uses the presence of the 4th generation Haldex electro-hydraulic multi-plate clutch. The cars were completed with a 5- or 6-speed gearbox on the mechanics. A considerable number of "Golfs" have an "automatic", where there is double clutch DSG. Of course, a 6-speed DSG with wet clutches is more reliable than a 7-speed.
Already after the release of the 6th generation, there were as many as 4 suspension options. In addition to the regular one, it was planned to install a reinforced (for heavy loads), sports and adaptive ACC, where there were shock absorbers of variable stiffness.
The adaptive version has three stiffness modes: comfortable, standard and sporty. The front suspension is also different. If earlier steel levers were placed that passed from the 5th family, then later they were replaced with aluminum ones. Which option is installed depends on the power unit.
7th generation - A7
Volkswagen Golf 7 was first shown at the 2012 Motor Show in Paris. They started selling cars right after the presentation. It is very pleasant that, despite the newest family of the car, its cost has remained at the same level. The new family got a wide range of changes that favorably affected the percentage of sales.
Of course, the seventh variation cannot be called the best car in the segment, and the interior did not get an abundance of space, and the suspension is a bit firm, but a highlight this car in the "consistency" of all elements and the lack of decisive punctures.
Exterior
It was November 2016, German experts presented an upgraded version of their own bestseller - Golf 7. The model received cardinal changes in the exterior - improved bumpers and lighting, changes in the cabin, upgraded powertrains and a brand new DSG gearbox.
They did not forget to install a set of electronic services, which are usually referred to as more high-status machines. Although the seventh generation does not have the goal of winning the title of "work of art", its advantage is the presence of a balanced design and balanced proportions. Given this, it cannot be said that the car is boring.
The front part has a rather aggressive look, which captures the "gloomy" look of the headlights (optionally, you can install full-fledged LED headlights), a narrow strip of the radiator grille and a "curly" bumper. Looking at the hatchback from different angles, it's hard to blame the designers.
The bumper, in principle, is of a simple type, has rectangular foglights. The side part has embossed sidewalls with a laconic, but very stylish stamping, a clearly defined silhouette of the wheel arches, stylish LED lights and a neatly “sculpted” rear bumper.
Designers have introduced a stylish stamping line, located under the door handles. The rear-view mirrors were supposedly installed on a leg, but in reality it is something between a pillar and a leg. The back has a beautiful appearance.
Some complain that the rear lights do not look as aggressive as the front ones. On the roof, a spoiler appears before us, which has placed a brake light repeater on itself. The aft bumper turned out to be quite massive - it has interesting shapes and reflectors.
A plastic protection was installed at the bottom of the bumper, and below it there are pipes exhaust system. The seventh generation Golf comes with two options - a 3-door or 5-door hatchback. Ground clearance- 160 millimeters.
Interior
Inside the “seventh” VW Golf there are some strict German elements, however, given all this, the interior looks attractive and modern. Speaking about the quality of workmanship, the hatchback can "teach" many cars a class higher, because all the finishing materials, along with the assembly, are at the highest level.
On the center console, turned towards the driver, gracefully placed a color display of the infotainment system (diagonal can be from 6.5 to 9 inches), as well as a very simple and functional climate control unit.
Golf 7 interior The multifunctional steering wheel is conveniently located, cut off at the bottom for a sporty style. steering column height and reach can be adjusted. The presence of an informative dashboard is pleasing to the eye, where there are a couple of large circles in which additional devices were placed.
The top version of the machine has a 12.3-inch color screen placed in place of the analog instrument cluster. The lowest part of the center console was given to a niche for small things.
seventh Generation Golf at the time of its release, it received the title of "Car of the Year" and the corresponding WCOTY award.
Multifunctional color screen The tunnel has a large transmission selector, around which there are buttons responsible for a variety of options. You can put the hatchback on the parking brake by pressing the button. To the right of it, a niche with cup holders was installed. The organization of the internal space of the Golf 7 is top notch.
On the front seats of the car there is a dense, optimal padding, there is a well-thought-out profile with eye-catching side support bolsters, as well as various ranges of settings.
Rear sofa The rear sofa was assembled with high quality, and there is enough free space in all directions. 3 passengers will be able to sit down, but the person sitting in the middle will not be so comfortable, as there is a small tunnel under their feet. Despite the number of doors, the seventh generation's cleverly assembled luggage compartment has 380 liters of usable space.
If necessary, you can fold the rear row backrests in a 40/60 ratio, then the volume will increase to 1,270 liters. Under the raised floor of the car, they hid a full-size spare wheel and tools.
Specifications
power unit
Such a hatchback, despite its generation, has always had a huge range of engines, so the 7th family is no exception. However, sadly, only 3 units from a rich range of various engines arrived in the Russian Federation. The reasons are unknown. It would not be superfluous to mention that such engines are now being installed on a brand new one.
The most "simple" engine is atmospheric, has a volume of 1.6 liters and an injection distribution function. Installed gas distribution mechanism type DOHC and 16 valves. As a result, it develops 110 horsepower. This is enough to reach the mark of 100 km / h in 10 seconds.
1.6 liter engine The power unit "eats" in urban mode about 8 liters, and on a straight line - 5 liters. Some do not recommend purchasing such a motor, but it has its main plus - reliability due to its rather simple design. Next comes a turbocharged 1.4-liter 125-horsepower engine that accelerates compact hatchback 9 seconds before the first hundred. "Maximum speed" is set at 204 kilometers per hour.
Today, many companies use turbocharging to save fuel in a quiet ride - it turns out that in urban mode the engine consumes less than 7 liters of 95 gasoline, and outside the city this figure drops to 4.3 liters. If we talk about efficiency, then the 1.4-liter engine is for you.
TSI engine The line is completed by a similar 1.4-liter power unit, already producing 150 “horses”. This motor TSI It has a lightweight "winged metal" block, direct "power" and adjustable valve timing.
The torque was also increased by 50 values (250 Nm), which reduced acceleration to 8.2 seconds. The maximum speed is 204-216 km / h. This unit consumes no more than 5 liters in the combined cycle.
Transmission
The 1.6-liter power unit is synchronized with a five-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed automatic transmission. The 125-horsepower unit can come with a six-speed “mechanics” or a 7-speed DSG robotic gearbox with a pair of clutches. The most powerful variant only comes with a seven-speed DSG, also with two clutches.
Suspension
The seventh generation of Golf was built on the MQB modular base, where there are load-bearing body, the base of which is 80 percent high-strength steel. The front axle received independent suspension McPherson type, and rear suspension has several options. If there is a weaker motor, then a semi-independent beam is installed, when the engine is stronger - a multi-link system.
Steering
Volkswagen Golf 7 has a rack and pinion steering, as well as an electromechanical power steering with progressive efficiency.
Brake system
All wheels are equipped with disc brake mechanisms where the front brakes are ventilated. The braking system functions together with the services of ABS, EBD, Brake Assist and more.
Security
Judging by the statements of the manufacturers, the safety level 7 of the Golf family is the highest. These are not empty words - tests conducted in 2012 Euro NCAP showed that the latest version of the machine deserves 5 stars. The car received the presence of 9 airbags, a rear collision avoidance system, as well as the ability of the car to automatic mode close sunroof and windows.
Adult safety has the following rating - 94%, child safety - also 94%, pedestrian safety - 65%, auxiliary systems - 71%. IIHS security. The frontal test with a small area of overlap (25%) was rated good. The frontal test with partial overlap (40%) was rated good.
The side crash test was also rated good. The strength of the roof was rated as good. Head restraint safety was rated good. And this is the best estimate. There are 4 in total: good (G), acceptable (A), weak (M) and bad (P)
Crash test
Options and prices
In total, 3 configurations are provided: Comfortline, R-Line and Highline. The cheapest car is estimated at 1,101,100 rubles. Basic equipment received the presence of:
- fabric upholstery;
- ABS, ESP;
- Eight airbags;
- Multi-steering;
- Weak audio system with CD;
- Dual zone climate control;
- Help starting uphill;
- Wheel pressure sensor;
- Refrigerated box;
- cruise control;
- Complete electrical package;
- Optics washers;
- Start/Stop systems;
The most expensive equipment is estimated at 1,298,160 rubles. Among other things, the car has xenon optics, fog optics and combined skin. As a separate option there is the presence of:
- leather upholstery;
- Blind spot monitoring;
- Luke;
- Navigation system;
- rain and light sensors;
- rear view cameras;
- Driver fatigue sensors;
- Keyless entry;
- Button start;
- Automatic parking systems;
- Two parking sensors;
- Adaptive cruise control;
- Starting heater.
| Equipment | Price | Engine | Box | Drive unit |
| 1.4TSI MT6 Comfortline | 1 101 100 | gasoline 1.4 (122 hp) | mechanics (6) | front |
| 1.6 MPI AT6 Comfortline | 1 157 100 | gasoline 1.6 (110 hp) | automatic (6) | front |
| 1.4 TSI DSG Comfortline | 1 191 100 | gasoline 1.4 (122 hp) | robot (7) | front |
| 1.6 MPI AT6 Highline | 1 225 160 | gasoline 1.6 (110 hp) | automatic (6) | front |
| 1.4 TSI DSG Highline | 1 259 160 | gasoline 1.4 (122 hp) | robot (7) | front |
| 1.4 TSI 140 hp DSG Highline | 1 298 160 | gasoline 1.4 (140 hp) | robot (7) | front |
Prices are current as of February 2018.
Appearance
The novelty can be bought already in 2017. The photographs clearly show that the car has grown in the wheelbase. The car has a classic style. Thanks to the increased wheelbase, it was possible to make a better arrangement of free space inside the car. In addition to the extended wheelbase, the updated model began to look "sharper".
New Golf 2018 The body lines, which are enough, now look sharper, especially when compared with the 7th generation. Light amplifying technique is also not similar to the usual. Generally speaking, thanks to such innovations, the model has become aggressive and competes for the right to be the main one.
Salon
As mentioned above, with the help of the wheel base, which added in size, the engineering staff was able to add a little more interior details that you might not notice during a quick inspection. However, what catches the eye is the presence of a modernized multimedia complex.
In the area of the driver's seat, everything looks so perfect that there is no desire to leave the car. Using the software that is installed in the multimedia system, you can connect your smartphone to it, after which the information will be combined. The integrated display, which supports touch input, quickly provides access to the maps of the navigation system, which indicate the places of traffic jams that have formed at a given time in the city.
The latest generation of Golf today is an arsenal of innovative technologies that can properly save fuel, brake, park and start on its own, recognize pedestrians and implement other options.
Technical specifications
To create the 8th generation, they used an improved version of the MQB base, familiar to most drivers from cars such as Audi, Skoda and so on. Many believe that the new model will be able to take its limiting capabilities (200 horsepower or even 300).
The manufacturer provides for the availability of gasoline and diesel engine options. There are rumors that a hybrid "filling" is possible. Volkswagen Golf 8 is likely to appear by the end of 2017 and will cost 1-2 million rubles.
Advantages and disadvantages
Machine advantages
- With each generation, the car became more stylish and enjoyable;
- Beautiful design;
- Small dimensions;
- There is a choice of powertrains and transmissions;
- New efficient light optics;
- Good aerodynamic performance;
- Excellent security;
- Rich even basic equipment;
- Good dynamics;
- Low fuel consumption;
- Pretty good noise isolation;
- Stylish salon;
- All elements are made with high quality;
- Excellent ergonomics;
- Comfortable seats;
- There is enough free space, despite the fact that this is a hatchback;
- Top trim levels come with color dashboard instead of a mechanical option;
- The center console has a color touch screen, which allows you to display the necessary information and a navigation map on the screen;
- Nice suspension work;
- Quite acceptable pricing policy of the company;
- Rich story;
- There are versions with an all-wheel drive system;
- The rear backs fold down;
- Multifunction steering wheel.
Cons of the car
- Small luggage compartment;
- The passenger sitting behind in the center will interfere with the floor tunnel;
- For Russian market only 3 motor options are available;
- Many useful features are available only for a fee.
Summing up
Volkswagen Golf has always been beautiful and reliable car regardless of generation. From the first release, the model has successfully won the respect of many car enthusiasts around the world. With each subsequent generation, this rating only increases. The hatchback is very convenient to use in the city because of its small size, agility and rather modest "appetite".
By external design the car is in no way inferior to its direct competitors. And if we talk about the interior decoration, then in some aspects it even surpasses. The entire interior is literally saturated with high-quality assembly, high ergonomics and thoughtful functionality.
Power units, though not the most powerful, but allow you to confidently overtake and drive uphill. What is the all-wheel drive system, which is present on some modifications. It is important that the Germans pay a lot of attention to ensuring the proper level of safety (the 7th generation received 5 maximum stars in European crash tests).
Test Drive
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Volkswagen Golf has become one of the most successful and best-selling cars german mark. The ancestor of the golf class got its name in honor of the warm Gulf Stream in accordance with the brand's tradition of naming models either by the names of winds or sea currents.
On this page you can see an overview of the last few generations of Golf.
The WW Golf has been around since 1974 and has gone through seven generations since then. The release of the first Volkswagen Golf car was carried out in the USA and Canada under the trademark Volkswagen brand Rabbit, and in Latin America - Volkswagen Caribe. The Italian Giorgetto Giugiaro worked on the design of the novelty. Golf car It was produced as a standard hatchback and convertible. Convertibles were produced from 1980 to 1993 until the third generation of the model appeared. The GTI version of the VW Golf was released in 1976, and the international Sports Car Internawonal magazine ranked this car as the third best car of the 80s.
The appearance of the second generation of cars Golf dates back to 1983. During its existence, more than six million cars in various modifications have rolled off the assembly line of the German company. SUV - Golf equipment Country - was released in the amount of more than seven thousand models. Volkswagen Golf II was produced not only in Germany, but also in France, Great Britain, Spain, the Netherlands, Austria, Finland, Japan and the USA until 1991.
Released in 1991 new generation Volkswagen Golf (second generation car). This model was produced in Germany for six years in such bodies as a hatchback (three- and five-door), station wagon and convertible. First presented to the world public at the Geneva Motor Show, VW Golf began to be sold in Russia and the CIS countries since 1992, although its sales were not very large. At the beginning of the new millennium, several tens of thousands of Volkswagen Golf cars were imported to us used from such European countries as Belgium, France, Switzerland, Holland, Sweden. The fourth generation VW Golf was produced in Germany between 1997 and 2004. Then more than four million Golf IV cars were produced in body versions of three- and five-door hatchbacks, station wagons and convertibles. The model was powered by fours with a capacity of 68 and 150 horsepower, running on diesel and gasoline. Not only the basic Golf equipment was available, but also four more options - Trendline, Comfortline, Highline, GTI. The most interesting configuration of the Golf GTI was equipped with a turbo engine with a displacement of 1.8 liters, the Highline version was equipped with a V-shaped 2.3-liter five. In 1998, an all-wheel drive modification 4Mowon was released with a V-shaped six with a capacity of 204 horsepower with a volume of 2.8 liters, as well as an all-wheel drive gearbox. While maintaining the general proportions of the Golf family, the car has become larger: the body has grown in length by 131 mm, in width - by 30 mm. The wheelbase of the VW Golf has also been lengthened by 39 mm. It was then that the body was first used, made entirely of galvanized steel.
The fifth generation Volkswagen Golf was created on the platform of the VW Group A5 (PQ35). Model VW Golf V Vwas first demonstrated in 2003 at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
The sixth generation of the car was built on the basis of the VW Group A5 (PQ35) plaõorm, like its predecessor. The Germans showed this car in Paris in October 2008.
The latest generation VW Golf VII was also presented in Paris at the end of 2012. Now the VW Golf car (price from six hundred thousand rubles) is freely available from official Russian dealers. In the description of the models, you can see the cost of Golf of each configuration. Of course, the five-door Volkswagen golf price slightly different from the cost of the three-door version.
Golf Mk1 - from 1974 to 1983
The very first Volkswagen Golf of the first generation rolled off the assembly line in March 1974 at a plant in Wolfsburg. The car had a front and transverse engine with front-wheel drive. Golf I was designed by Giorgio Giugiaro. By 1976, one million cars were sold worldwide, and by 1983, the total number of first-generation Golf cars sold, including the Jetta, which was built on the same platform, amounted to 6.72 million units. VW Golf MK1 was also marked by new trends in the automotive industry, so in 1976 the release of a sports version of the Golf GTI hatchback was launched. In the same year, but a little later, the naturally aspirated Golf-D diesel engine was released, and in 1982 the Golf GTD turbodiesel appeared, which gave a breakthrough in the introduction of diesel engines in the compact segment. cars. In 1979, the VW Golf Cabriolet appeared, which became the best seller of the time.
Golf Mk2 - from 1983 to 1991
The second generation featured increased overall dimensions compared to the first generation: wheelbase increased by 75mm, length increased by 170mm, width by 55mm. It was the first Golf, which began to install such innovative units and systems as a catalyst (1984), anti-lock braking system ABS (1986), power steering and 4-wheel drive (Syncro model). Syncro is the first model of the compact car segment to be equipped with an all-wheel drive system (1986). As of June 1988, a total of 10 million were sold. units of cars of the Golf model, it took the Volkswagen concern exactly 14 years. And by 1991, the concern had sold 6.41 million Golf cars of the second generation, after which the third generation appeared.
Golf Mk3 - from 1991 to 1997
With the start of the launch of the third generation Volkswagen Golf in August 1991, the company heralded a new era of safety - as of 1992, the Golf Mk3 was the first car to have front airbags. Also, the new body production technologies that were used in the production of the Golf 3 have greatly improved the quality of safety in collisions. Also with the advent of the Golf 3 debuted such innovations as: the first six-cylinder VR6 engine, cruise control, a catalyst for diesel engines, direct fuel injection system for diesel engines TDI (1993) and SDI (1995). In 1996, the ABS system was already installed in the basic configuration of the Golf car. In 1993, on the basis of the Golf III, a new convertible and the second generation of the Syncro II all-wheel drive hatchback were introduced. In May 1994, Volkswagen sold its 15 millionth Golf car. In 1997, 4.96 million third-generation Golf cars were sold, followed by the Volkswagen Golf IV.
Golf Mk4 - from 1997 to 2003
With the arrival of the Golf IV, Volkswagen has reached a whole new level of quality in terms of technical innovation and design. Chief designer fourth generation The PV Golf was Harmut Warkub, who managed to lay the foundation for the design of all future generations of the Volkswagen Golf. It is this generation that is now called the style icon.
In 1998, the Golf began to install an emergency braking system (ESC), which in 1999 began to be installed already in the basic configuration. Also in 1998, Volkswagen introduced the world to the all-wheel drive VW Golf 4 4motion with a Haldex clutch. The car body was completely galvanized. In 1999, a 6-speed gearbox was installed for the first time on the Golf. For the 25th anniversary (2001) of the Golf GTI, a 180 hp version was released. In 2002, the Golf was first installed FSI engine with direct fuel injection. From the same year, side window curtains began to be installed by default in all Golf 4 cars. DSG gearbox. In total, PV Golf Mk4 was sold - 4.92 million. cars.
Golf Mk5 - from 2003 to 2008
Golf of the fifth generation boasts a high level of comfort and dynamic data. In the fifth generation, 8 airbags are available for the first time. They also began to install DSG-7, be-xenon headlights, a rain sensor, panoramic sunroof. The Golf GTI (2004) also debuted with a turbocharged direct injection petrol engine. In 2006 saw the light Twinchrger with a turbine and supercharger. In addition to standard Golf bodies, the Golf Plus, Cross Golf and Golf BlueMotion models began to be produced along with these generations, which surprised everyone with an average gas consumption of 4.5l / 100km. Sales Volkswagen Golf Mk5 stopped at 3.27 million. cars.
Golf Mk6 - from 2008 to 2012
For 4 years of production Volkswagen Golf 6 about 2.85 million cars were sold. This generation is distinguished by even higher safety standards - like the previous generation, the car was produced using laser welding, and on EuroNCAP crash tests Golf got 5!!! safety stars. For safety reasons, from this generation of Golf, they optionally began to offer a driver's knee airbag. The power plants that were installed on the VW Golf Mk6 became even more environmentally friendly and economical - for example, the Golf BlueMotion II model had an average consumption of 3.8 l / 100 km. Golf six was optionally equipped with many electronic assistants, such as: Light Assist - automatic headlight beam control, ParkAssist - automatic parking assistant, DCC - electronic control of chassis settings, Start / Stop system, as well as rear lights with LEDs .
Promotion "Grand Sale"
Location
The promotion applies to new vehicles only.
The offer is valid only for promotional vehicles. The current list and sizes of discounts can be clarified on this website or from car dealership managers.
Promotion "Loyalty Program"
Location- car dealership "MAS MOTORS", Moscow, Varshavskoe shosse, 132A, building 1.
The maximum amount of benefit under the offer for maintenance in the own service center "MAS MOTORS" is 50,000 rubles when buying a new car.
These funds are provided in the form of a bonus amount linked to the client's loyalty card. These funds cannot be cashed or exchanged in any other way for a cash equivalent.
Bonuses can only be spent on:
- Purchase of spare parts, accessories and additional equipment in the salon "MAS MOTORS";
- Discount on payment Maintenance at the MAS MOTORS showroom.
Withdrawal restrictions:
- For each scheduled (regular) maintenance, the discount cannot exceed 1000 rubles.
- For each unscheduled (irregular) maintenance - no more than 2000 rubles.
- For the purchase of additional equipment - no more than 30% of the purchase amount of additional equipment.
The basis for providing a discount is a customer loyalty card issued in our salon. The card is not named.
MAS MOTORS reserves the right to change the terms of the loyalty program without notifying cardholders. The client undertakes to independently study the terms of service on this site.
Promotion "Trade-In or Recycling"
Location- car dealership "MAS MOTORS", Moscow, Varshavskoe shosse, 132A, building 1.
The action of the promotion applies only to procedures for the purchase of new cars.
The maximum benefit is 60,000 rubles if:
- the old car is accepted under the Trade-In program and its age does not exceed 3 years;
- the old car was handed over under the terms of the state recycling program, the age of the handed over vehicle in this case is not important.
The benefit is provided in the form of a reduction in the sale price of the car at the time of purchase.
It can be combined with the benefits of the programs "Credit or installment plan 0%" and "Travel compensation".
You cannot use the recycling program discount and Trade-In at the same time.
The vehicle may belong to your close relative. The latter may be considered: siblings, parents, children or spouses. Family ties will need to be documented.
Other features of participation in the promotion are listed below.
For the Trade-In program
The final amount of the benefit can only be determined after evaluating the car accepted under the Trade-In program.
For recycling program
You can take part in the promotion only after providing:
- official certificate of state-approved disposal,
- documents on deregistration of the old vehicle with the traffic police,
- documents confirming the ownership of the scrapped car.
The scrapped car must have been owned by the applicant or his close relative for at least 1 year.
Only certificates of disposal issued after 01/01/2015 are considered.
Promotion "Credit or installment plan 0%"
Location- car dealership "MAS MOTORS", Moscow, Varshavskoe shosse, 132A, building 1.
Benefits under the 0% Credit or Installment program can be combined with benefits under the Trade-In or Recycling and Travel Compensation programs.
The final amount of the maximum benefit received when purchasing a vehicle under special programs at the MAS MOTORS car dealership can be used as payment for installation of additional equipment at the car dealership service center or as a discount on the car relative to its base price - at the discretion of the car dealership.
Installment plan
Subject to the payment by installments, the maximum benefit under the program can reach 70,000 rubles. A prerequisite for obtaining benefits is the size of the initial contribution of 50%.
An installment plan is issued as a car loan provided without overpayment relative to the original cost of the car for a period of 6 to 36 months, if there are no violations of the agreement with the bank during the payment process.
Loan products are provided by partner banks of the MAS MOTORS car dealership indicated on the page
The absence of overpayment arises due to the provision of a special selling price for the car. Without a loan, a special price is not provided.
The term "Special selling price" means the price calculated taking into account the retail price of the vehicle, as well as all special offers valid in the MAS MOTORS car dealership, which include benefits when buying a vehicle under the Trade-In or Recycling programs and " Travel Compensation.
More details about the installment terms are indicated on the page.
Lending
Provided that a car loan is issued through partner banks of the MAS MOTORS car dealership, the maximum benefit when buying a car can be 70,000 rubles if the initial payment exceeds 10% of the cost of the purchased car.
The list of partner banks and lending conditions can be found on the page
Promotion Cash Discount
Location- car dealership "MAS MOTORS", Moscow, Varshavskoe shosse, 132A, building 1.
The promotion applies only to procedures for buying new cars.
The maximum benefit amount will be 40,000 rubles if the client pays in cash at the cash desk of the MAS MOTORS car dealership on the day the purchase and sale agreement is concluded.
The discount is provided in the form of a reduction in the selling price of the car at the time of purchase.
The promotion is limited to the number of cars available for purchase and automatically ends when the balance is exhausted.
Autosalon "MAS MOTORS" reserves the right to refuse the participant of the promotion to receive a discount if the individual actions of the participant do not comply with the rules of the promotion given here.
The MAS MOTORS car dealership reserves the right to change the terms and conditions of this promotion, as well as the range and number of promotional cars, including suspending the promotion period by amending the promotion rules presented here.
State programs
Location- car dealership "MAS MOTORS", Moscow, Varshavskoe shosse, 132A, building 1.
The discount is provided only when buying new cars with the attraction of credit funds from partner banks.
The Bank reserves the right to refuse to issue a loan without explanation.
A car loan is provided by partner banks of the MAS MOTORS salon, indicated on the page
Vehicle and customer must meet the requirements of the selected government subsidy program.
Maximum benefit for government programs subsidizing car loans is 10%, provided that the cost of the car does not exceed the established threshold for the selected loan program.
Detailed conditions of participation are indicated on special pages:
- "First car" -
- "Family car" -
Personal discount
Location- car dealership "MAS MOTORS", Moscow, Varshavskoe shosse, 132A, building 1.
The discount is provided by a personal manager or head of a car dealership. The promotion applies to new vehicles only.
The offer is valid only for promotional vehicles. The current list and sizes of discounts can be clarified on this website or from car dealership managers. The discount is provided in the form of a reduction in the selling price of the car at the time of purchase.
The number of goods is limited. The promotion will automatically end when the available number of promotional vehicles is exhausted.
Autosalon "MAS MOTORS" reserves the right to refuse the participant of the promotion to receive a discount if the individual actions of the participant do not comply with the rules of the promotion given here.
The MAS MOTORS car dealership reserves the right to change the terms and conditions of this promotion, as well as the range and number of promotional cars, including suspending the promotion period by amending the promotion rules presented here.
Promotion "Travel Compensation"
Location- car dealership "MAS MOTORS", Moscow, Varshavskoe shosse, 132A, building 1.
The maximum benefit under the program can be 10,000 rubles. The actual amount will be determined based on the costs confirmed by the client.
Evidence can be considered:
- Original railway tickets;
- Original bus tickets;
- Other checks confirming travel expenses from the place of residence to the city of Moscow.
The administration of the car dealership reserves the right to refuse to provide benefits without giving reasons.
Benefits can be combined with benefits under the 0% Credit or Installment and Trade-In or Recycling programs.
The method of payment when purchasing a vehicle does not affect the terms of the calculation.
The final amount of the maximum benefit received when purchasing a vehicle under special programs at the MAS MOTORS car dealership can be used as payment for installation of additional equipment at the car dealership service center or as a discount on the car relative to its base price - at the discretion of the car dealership.