Volkswagen Golf VI, it assumes once again
Unlike his vis-a-vis Japanese passing from one generation to another has every four years, or almost mythical Volkswagen Golf password scalpel has generally every six years. If Asians and Americans are not afraid to present the aesthetic changes in depth, it is a different car manufacturer Volkswagen, especially for its Golf model, which resigns each time, we present a new model style very, if not familiar with its predecessor, in order not to offend too clientele a foregone conclusion, especially in European soil.
6th and this version which has just be unveiled on internet we are far from being an exception to this sacred rule, but the new look is all the same more distinctive, even more elegant and graceful than in the past. With its new slightly more inclined cover and rear section a slightly raised, it is clear that the latter wife henceforth a style more elance. In other words, whereas in the past the Scirocco Cup was a derivative model of the Golf, behold, it was the turn of the last to inherit the aesthetic elements of the new Scirocco, which unfortunately for some, seems not want to cross his penates North American soil, at least not yet.
Recall that the Volkswagen Golf has seen in 1974 and since then more than 26 million units have been sold around the world. It is the 2nd best selling car in the world, behind the Toyota Corolla sold more than 32 million copies so far.
Large improvements, despite all
The Golf VI 2009 dimensions shall be accorded a tad more elevated (3 cm in length).
It is always supported by the same platform used on the previous frame and whose stiffness has reference in this niche of compact vehicles.
True to the philosophy of the brand of Wolfsburg, the Golf is known to attract its clientele with its alluring below. Thus, it still reveals a wide range of engines, four petrol, reviewed and think back who see their power range between 80 and 160 horses. We also found a new generation of diesel engines TDI common, quieter, clean, economic and especially environmentally ramp. The power of these ranges between 90 and 170 horsepower (European data). Geometry has been completely revised and the car has more than ever technology aids driving.
Gone are the traditional automatic transmissions
Good news, most engines will be mated to a manual gearbox five or six speeds series. In some cases, they will be associated with a standard or optional automatic DSG dual-clutch six or seven reports.
Board smartest edge
Whatever version desiree, the interior is more plush, comfortable and friendly. Particular attention has been paid to its soundproofing. The completely redesigned dashboard becomes more ergonomic and can accommodate with greater facilitates new multimedia technologies, including a navigation system.
When will America
It will be officially unveiled at the upcoming Paris Motor Show in Paris in October, and marketing will commence next month in Europe. Thus, we will have more relevant information, particularly with regard to his coming to North American soil. According to some sources, it appears that it would retain the name Rabbit in America and that his coming among us could begin in the fall of 2009 or later in 2010, depending on the demand for the latter on the side of European countries.