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Volkswagen Golf VII Sportsvan 1.0 TSI (115 Hp) BlueMotion DSG
Overall Rating
Volkswagen Golf:
The Volkswagen Golf is a compact car/small family car produced by the German automotive manufacturer Volkswagen since 1974, marketed worldwide across eight generations, in various body configurations and under various nameplates – including as the Volkswagen Rabbit in the United States and Canada , and as the Volkswagen Caribe in Mexico. Historically, the Golf is Volkswagen's best-selling model and is among the world's top three best-selling nameplates, with more than 35 million units sold as of 2019....(Read more on Wikipedia)
VII Sportsvan Overview:
Volkswagen Golf (VII Sportsvan). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.5 l/100km). Weighing only 1271 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.4 s). The top speed reaches 198 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.0 TSI (115 Hp) BlueMotion DSG Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a good balance of adequate power for city and light highway use, combined with the convenience of DSG.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel economy, only slightly behind the manual BlueMotion, making it a strong contender for efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and highly flexible interior with sliding rear seats
- • Comfortable and refined ride quality, ideal for families
- • Wide range of efficient and capable engines
- • High-quality interior materials and excellent build quality
- • Strong Euro NCAP safety ratings
Cons:
- • Some base engines can feel underpowered, especially when fully loaded
- • DSG automatic transmission can have reliability concerns for some owners
- • Higher purchase price compared to some direct rivals
- • Exterior styling is functional but lacks excitement for some
- • Not as dynamically engaging to drive as the standard Golf hatchback
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VII Variant: April, 2014 - March, 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Golf |
| Generation: | VII Sportsvan |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.0 TSI (115 Hp) BlueMotion DSG |
| Start of production: | April, 2015 |
| End of production: | December, 2016 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 115 Hp @ 5000-5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 115.1 Hp/l [224mm less] |
| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 2000-3500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | CHZD More details about the engine CHZD |
| Engine displacement: | 999 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 4.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 198 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.1 kg/Hp, 90.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 157.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1271 |
| Max. weight: | 1840 |
| Max. roof load: | 75 kg |
| Max load: | 569 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1520 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 590 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1000 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 670 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 80 kg |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 1300 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4338 mm mm [224mm less] |
| Width: | 1807 mm mm [8mm more] |
| Height: | 1578 mm mm [97mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2685 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2050 mm |
| Front track: | 1543 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1514 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 144 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.1 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | DSG |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16 |
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