#---------------------------------- Excerpt: Efficiency, speed and fun -------------------------------------
With our automatic-equipped tester, we achieved an impressive 39.8 miles per gallon (after converting from liters per 100 kilometers) on our 326-mile triangular trek between the three German cities. That exceeds all gas-powered subcompacts and displays fuel-efficiency resembling many hybrid cars---although not quite in the league of Prius and Insight especially when driven with restraint (which we admittedly lacked in Germany). Approximately 80 percent of the journey took place at highway speeds ranging anywhere from 75 miles per hour to 120 miles per hour. After all, this is the Autobahn. Road Manners ---------------------- In terms of drivability, the new Golf is smooth and solid. It offers a ride comparable to larger premium vehicles. This was best seen on the highway, where the Golf plowed ahead in a balanced and comfortable manner. Even at speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour, the car feels extremely steady. There is virtually no small car wavering or drifting. It holds its place on the road as larger cars and trucks pass by at higher speeds, unlike many compacts and subcompacts that get blown around by bigger vehicles or lateral wind gusts. The Golf has always been a sporty handler, but even that attribute has been improved upon, thanks to a redesigned suspension. The Golf takes tight corners and twisty roads with plenty of confidence. Body roll is minimal, and overall, the Golf feels quick and nimble. Stylistically, the Golf stays loyal to its genetics and heritage, with some modern interpretation. The front fascia has been revised and lowered for greater aerodynamics and a sportier show. And the car's wider stance gives it more on-road presence. A number of other small details---like updated taillights and black trim---give the Golf a cleaner, sleeker look. As with previous generations, the interior of the Golf is much roomier than one would think from the outside. It will seat four comfortably or five in a pinch. With two passengers, expect more room for gear than a couple would ever need. Stylistically, the Golf follows Volkswagen's philosophy of smart looks, ergonomic design and minimal waste. The new Volkswagen Golf TDI is an excellent example of a practical and sporty diesel car for the masses. It's efficient, powerful, and reasonably affordable. Volkswagen has had a great success with its clean diesel Jetta Sportwagen <http://www.hybridcars.com/news/vw-overwhelmed-demand-clean-diesel-sportwagen-26149.html>. The company should enjoy an equally enthusiastic reception to the 2010 Golf TDI, selling at a base price of about $22,000. The Golf will draw young urbanites who like getting out of the city on the weekends. And especially those who haven't warmed up to hybrids, but want 40-plus miles per gallon with brisk highway performance. http://www.hybridcars.com/vehicle/volkswagen-golf-tdi.html #--------------------------------------- Regards, LelandJ On 06/14/2011 12:37 PM, Michael Madigan wrote: > I drove on the Autobahn a few times, couldn't get up to 100 with my rented > Volkswagon. Absolutely insane to be driving 90 and have a car whiz by like > you're standing still. > > --- On Tue, 6/14/11, Adam Buckland<[email protected]> wrote: > >> From: Adam Buckland<[email protected]> >> Subject: RE: [OT] Animal rights crazys over driver dog "walker" >> To: "ProFox Email List"<[email protected]> >> Date: Tuesday, June 14, 2011, 6:26 AM >> Yes on motorways... considering >> raising it to 80... Germany better with >> unrestricted sections.. though they are becoming fewer and >> fewer. >> >> -----Original Message----- >> From: [email protected] >> [mailto:[email protected]] >> On >> Behalf Of Pete Theisen >> Sent: 14 June 2011 11:15 >> To: ProFox Email List >> Subject: Re: [OT] Animal rights crazys over driver dog >> "walker" >> >> Adam Buckland wrote: >>> He wasn't banned for walking the dog from the >> car... he received 3 >> points on his license which took him over the 12 point >> limit resulting >> in the ban... so basically he had a number of previous >> unspent offences. >>> Speeding say doing 80 mph in a 70mph zone >> Hi Adam, >> >> You-all HAVE 70mph zones? I would think that altogether too >> unregulated >> for the UK . . . >> -- >> Regards, >> >> Pete >> http://pete-theisen.com/ [excessive quoting removed by server] _______________________________________________ Post Messages to: [email protected] Subscription Maintenance: http://leafe.com/mailman/listinfo/profox OT-free version of this list: http://leafe.com/mailman/listinfo/profoxtech Searchable Archive: http://leafe.com/archives/search/profox This message: http://leafe.com/archives/byMID/profox/[email protected] ** All postings, unless explicitly stated otherwise, are the opinions of the author, and do not constitute legal or medical advice. This statement is added to the messages for those lawyers who are too stupid to see the obvious.
