The new Golf. (5th August 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Hildebrandt, C.; Schuster, H.
• Is Part Of: International journal of vehicle design. Volume 5:Number 6(1984)
• Page Start: 615
• Page End: 639
• Publication Date: 2014-08-05
• Subjects: ride comfort -- component design -- drag reduction -- engine optimisation -- fuel consumption -- vehicle noise -- vehicle safety -- vehicle styling -- vehicle design -- diesel engines -- Volkswagen Golf; Motor vehicles -- Design and construction -- Periodicals; 629.231
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0143-3369

Abstract

The first Golf was the successor to the legendary Beetle and set new standards in its class thanks to its technical and economical superiority. Since 1974, six million vehicles have been produced all over the world. The success of the Golf is not only accounted for by the concept of an active car with a transverse engine, short back, safe running gear and a versatile passenger compartment. It is rather the case of constant further development and extension of the model series in the form of the GTI and Diesel engines, including turbocharged Diesel engines, which has reinforced the market position and secured success.