4 Reasons the Volkswagen Golf Has Seen a Surge in Popularity

Dec 14, 2015

As hatchbacks and compacts continue to thrive in the American market and take the place of larger, gas-guzzling models, there are a few that stand out. One of those vehicles is the Volkswagen Golf. When you combine its power, features, and fuel economy, it’s easy to see why the Golf is widely regarded as one of the best, most popular models on the market. Here are a few more reasons why the Golf has become one of the most popular vehicles in the country.

Compact, Yet Roomy

The Volkswagen Golf has a sizeable amount of cargo room despite being a compact hatchback. With up to 52 cubic feet of cargo space, the Golf transports just about anything. It’s still a compact at the same time, which enables you to squeeze into parking spots or find your way through tight spaces or traffic.

Efficient, Yet Powerful Engine

For the new model year, the Golf eliminated a larger 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine in favor of a turbocharged 1.8-liter, four-cylinder engine. This not only saves you on fuel economy but also provides top acceleration off the line. You’ll never doubt the power of the Golf, as it goes from zero to 60 in a mere 6.2 seconds and tops out at a whopping 123 miles per hour thanks to its 170 horsepower. There’s also no need to sacrifice fuel efficiency with this type of power, as the Golf gets an impressive 37 miles per gallon highway and 25 miles per gallon city.

There’s also an available 2.0-liter, four-cylinder engine that delivers even better fuel economy with 43 miles per gallon highway and 31 miles per gallon city.

Electric Options

Another great aspect of the Golf is its electric model, which gets up to 115 horsepower thanks to an electric drivetrain powered by a lithium-ion battery. Although it loses some of the power of the gasoline or diesel model, it gets up to 90 miles on a single charge, making it a force in the electric market, even compared to more established electric models.

Stellar Interior

The interior of the Golf is more like the fancy cockpit of an airplane than a run-of-the-mill compact vehicle. The dashboard, steering wheel, and interface look great with their redefined styling, and the previously cheap-looking plastic is now upgraded to appear more modern. Optional features that add a bit more spice include a 6.5-inch, touchscreen-activated sound system, VW Car-net, which connects your smartphone to the Golf’s interface, and rearview camera. All these coupled together in one convenient, easy-to-reach interior makes the Golf a premier vehicle in the subcompact market.

These features are just a few of the reasons why the Golf is taking the American market by storm. There are also many other trim levels and models on the horizon that add even more interior and exterior sophistication, as well as a more powerful engine. If you’ve never considered a Golf before, there’s a reason why it’s so popular. Now it’s your turn to get in on the ground floor.

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