Setting a new standard, the Golf BlueMotion concept is revealed.
With the unveiling of their new Golf BlueMotion concept vehicle, Volkswagen has managed to match the economy of the smaller Polo BlueMotion, emitting a tiny 99g/km of CO2 and capable of a frugal combined 74.3 mpg. The BlueMotion badge represents the most efficient and frugal car in each of the manufacturer’s passenger car range, with the Polo BlueMotion being one of the most efficient vehicles currently on the market. Interestingly both the Polo and Golf concept will achieve the VED band A in the 2009 vehicle excise duty reforms, which equates to a zero cost to the owner.
Volkswagen have adopted a number of substantial changes to the Golf BlueMotion concept in order to achieve such efficiencies and economy; such as low rolling resistance tyres, improved aerodynamics, changing the drivetrain and revising the gearbox ratios. At its heart the concept has a highly-economical 1.6-litre TDI common rail diesel engine capable of a respectable top speed of 117mph, with 0-62 mph achieved in a spritely 11.3 seconds.
Not only have Volkswagen improved their Golf BlueMotion they have also improved the economy of their standard MK VI Golf with their entry-level diesel Golf (2.0-litre TDI) emitting 119g/km of CO2 and a mpg of 62, which achieves the same statistics as the current Golf MK V BlueMotion model; impressive statistics from VW.
This next evolution of the Golf BlueMotion is set for a mid 2009 release and is sure to be a popular addition to the Volkswagen range.
