In the new Golf Estate, newly developed petrol (TSI) and diesel (TDI) engines are being offered at a variety of power levels. All seven engine versions available at the market launch come with a Stop/Start system and a battery regeneration mode (converts kinetic energy into electrical energy) as standard. The Golf Estate has 5- and 6-speed gearboxes; six of the seven TSI and TDI engines can also be combined with a 6- or 7-speed DSG. The new petrol engines (TSI, EA211 series) produce 63 kW / 85 PS, 77 kW / 105 PS, 90 kW / 122 PS and 103 kW / 140 PS. The diesel engines (TDI, EA288 series) range in power from 77 kW / 105 PS to 81 kW / 110 PS and finally the top version with 110 kW / 150 PS. Fuel consumption values for the fuel-efficient engines of the front-wheel drive Estate versions range between 3.9 and 5.3 l/100 km. The Golf Estate TDI with 77 kW and 110 kW is also offered in an optional 4MOTION all-wheel drive version.
Petrol engines
1.2 TSI with 63 kW / 85 PS. The base engine of the Golf Estate is no longer a naturally aspirated engine as on the previous model (1.4 MPI with 59 kW / 80 PS), rather it is a turbocharged, direct injection TSI engine with 63 kW / 85 PS (4,300 to 5,300 rpm). The fuel consumption of the new 1.2 TSI is 5.0 l/100 km (equates to 115 g/km CO₂). Thanks to turbocharging, engine torque at this power level increased from 132 to 160 Nm (at 1,400 to 3,500 rpm) compared to the previous entry-level engine (1.4 MPI). And that is reflected in a significant gain in agility. Nonetheless, the combined fuel consumption of the entry-level engine was reduced by 1.4 l/100 km.
The previous Golf Estate model also offered an optional 85-PS TSI engine; in the new version, however, fuel consumption was reduced 0.6 l/100 km with identical power output. The new Golf 1.2 Estate TSI BlueMotion Technology has a top speed of 180 km/h and accelerates to 100 km/h in 12.6 seconds.
1.2 TSI with 77 kW / 105 PS. At the 105 PS power level, the new Golf Estate also has a DIN fuel consumption of 5.0 l/100 km (equates to 117 g/km CO₂). Fuel savings of 0.3 l/100 km were implemented relative to the comparable engine of the previous model. The engine's maximum power is available over a speed range of 4,500 to 5,500 rpm. The TSI produces its maximum torque of 175 Nm between 1,400 and 4,000 rpm. At this power level, the Golf Estate 1.2 TSI BlueMotion Technology has a top speed of 193 km/h and accelerates to 100 km/h in 10.7 seconds. As an alternative to the standard 6-speed manual gearbox, this engine may be ordered with a 7-speed DSG; in this case too, fuel consumption is 5.0 l/100 km (115 g/km CO₂).
1.4 TSI with 90 kW / 122 PS. At the next power level, the 1.4-litre TSI with 122 PS (5,000 to 6,000 rpm) makes its appearance in sporty fashion. It enables a top speed of 204 km/h and a sprint from zero to 100 km/h in 9.7 seconds. Its maximum torque of 200 Nm (from 1,400 rpm) is impressive. The Golf Estate 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Technology with 122 PS consumes just 5.3 l/100 km (equates to 124 g/km CO₂), which is 1.0 l/100 km less than the previous model. Here too, a 7-speed DSG is available as an option; it reduces fuel consumption to 5.1 l/100 km (118 g/km CO₂).
1.4 TSI with 103 kW / 140 PS. The 140-PS TSI of the Golf Estate develops its maximum power between 4,500 and 6,000 rpm. In the Estate it consumes just 5.3 l/100 km (121 g/km CO₂); with a 7-speed dual clutch gearbox this figure is reduced to 5.0 l/100 km (116 g/km CO₂). The 16-valve four-cylinder engine, which has a maximum torque of 250 Nm that is available between 1,500 and 3,500 rpm, accelerates the Golf Estate 1.4 TSI to 100 km/h in just 8.9 seconds. Its top speed is 213 km/h (in both gearbox versions).
Diesel engines
1.6 TDI with 77 kW / 105 PS and 81 kW / 110 PS. The 105-PS TDI of the Golf Estate consumes 3.9 l/100 km (equates to 102 g/km CO₂). Its maximum power is reached between 3,000 and 4,000 rpm, and its maximum torque of 250 Nm is available between 1,500 and 2,750 rpm. With this TDI, Golf Estate 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Technology accelerates to 100 km/h in 11.2 seconds and reaches a top speed of 193 km/h. As an option at this power level, the Golf Estate can be combined with a 7-speed dual clutch gearbox. In this case, its combined fuel consumption is 4.0 l/100 km (equates to 104 g/km CO₂). The 105-PS TDI with a manual gearbox may be ordered in combination with the optional 4MOTION permanent all-wheel drive system. In this case, fuel consumption is 4.5 l/100 km (equates to 119 g/km CO₂).
The 1.6 Blue-TDI engine with 81 kW / 110 PS (Euro-6 version) accelerates the Golf Estate to 100 km/h in 11.0 seconds with either a manual or DSG gearbox. The car's documented top speed here is 196 km/h. Fuel consumption values are identical to those of the 77-kW version.
2.0 TDI with 110 kW / 150 PS. This engine's combined fuel consumption of just 4.2 l/100 km (108 g/km CO₂) is excellent for an engine with 150 PS of power. The 2.0-litre TDI has two balancer shafts, which makes it especially smooth running. It develops its maximum power between 3,500 and 4,000 rpm, and its maximum torque of 320 Nm is available from 1,750 rpm (and up to 3,000 rpm). The Golf Estate 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Technology has a top speed of 218 km/h and accelerates to 100 km/h in 8.9 seconds. If desired, this Golf Estate can also be ordered with a dual clutch gearbox (6-speed DSG). This yields a fuel consumption value of 4.5 l/100 km (119 g/km CO₂). The Golf Estate 2.0 TDI with all-wheel drive is available as an alternative; for the 4MOTION model that is always equipped with a manual gearbox, fuel consumption is 4.8 l/100 km (124 g/km CO₂).
Running gear
In pursuing the goal of the lowest possible weight, a new rear suspension was developed for engine versions with less than 90 kW / 122 PS in power: the modular lightweight suspension. For the more powerful engine versions, the further advanced modular performance suspension is used. In front, Volkswagen integrated a MacPherson-type suspension. The new Golf Estate is being equipped with another standard feature for the first time: the XDS+ electronic differential lock. Other new options are DCC dynamic chassis control and a driving profile selector.
XDS+. Technically, the XDS+ electronic differential lock is a functionality that is integrated in Electronic Stability Control (ESC) for improved vehicle dynamics. XDS+, which is tuned specifically for each model, is an extension of XDS, which is familiar from the previous model; its functionality has now been extended to cover all unbraked driving states. The new system improves agility and reduces the need for steering angle inputs by targeted brake interventions at the wheels on the inside of the bend of both axles. This means that the specific braking torque applied by XDS+ contributes towards keeping the steering angle difference small compared to a neutrally steering vehicle. In addition, XDS+ is effective over all conceivable road friction values, and it results in more precise handling – even on snow. The well-known benefits of XDS – such as significantly reduced understeer and improved traction – were also perfected.
DCC dynamic chassis control. The latest generation of DCC dynamic chassis control offers the three driving modes "Comfort", "Normal" and "Sport", which are now selected and displayed under "Driving profile selector" on the centre console touchscreen. In "Sport" mode, especially agile handling is implemented, while in "Comfort" mode the ride in the Estate is exceptionally comfortable. In the "Individual" driving profile, the DCC mode can even be assigned other driving profile properties.
Driving profile selector. A total of four programmes are available via the Driving Profile Selector, and in conjunction with DCC five driving programmes: Eco, Sport, Normal, Individual, and in combination with DCC the additional Comfort. In the "Eco" driving profile, the engine controller, air conditioning and other auxiliary units are controlled for optimal fuel economy. In addition, vehicles with DSG have an additional coasting function in "Eco" mode; when the driver releases the accelerator pedal – e.g. in downhill driving segments – the DSG disengages, and the engine idles. This enables optimal utilisation of the kinetic energy of the Golf Estate. In "Sport" mode, on the other hand, damping is increased (which reduces body structure movements) and engine response and shift points of the DSG are configured to be even more dynamic.
Notes:
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