Test drive methane Volkswagen Golf TGI – Road test
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Volkswagen Golf TGI Methane – Road Test
Low running costs and a decent trunk for a carbonated version of Europe's best selling car.
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The presence of methane tanks on board the compact, most beloved by Italians, allows you to save on operating costs and not greatly worsen the trunk, but increases the weight by almost 150 kg, which limits maneuverability when cornering. Thus, the standard equipment of the Comfortline trim level could have been richer.
Only a keen eye can notice all the differences between Volkswagen Golf TGI a methane and "normal" variants of the best-selling car in Europe. Outside, a closed front grille (to improve aerodynamics) and an "invisible" exhaust (located in front of the rear axle) stand out, the double bottom of the trunk is occupied by a 15-kilogram tank of gasoline (the spare wheel has been replaced with a repair kit) and there are two fuel level indicators in the instrument panel.
On the occasion of our road test we need to test - in intermediate setup Comfort line - "carbonated" version compact Most loved by Italians: a car built with the utmost care and now boasting low maintenance. Let's find out how this happens.
city
Suspension with biased soft gauge Volkswagen Golf TGI a methane They do an excellent job with paving stones, and it will not be difficult to maneuver in traffic jams and park a 4,26 meter long car with large glass surfaces (even without body protection). Who just can't give up Sensors front and rear must charge a cost of 645 euros. Good starting point at traffic lights: thank you engine 1.4 supercharged 110 hp and a torque of 200 Nm, which offers an interesting traction already below 2.000 rpm and has a small displacement, which allows you to save on compulsory motor third party liability insurance.
Outside the city
Le performance declared - the maximum speed of 194 km / h and 10,9 seconds for acceleration from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour - good (albeit not record-breaking) in our road test we did not notice the difference between driving on gas and using a gas tank. IN Speed six-speed mechanics has a convenient lever and is combined with one Clutch not too heavy and it is steering accuracy increases with speed.
Difference between Golf TGI and the model of the gasoline equivalent stand out, first of all, on the curves: limited slip differential electronic xds The standard helps a lot, but the weight increase is almost 150 kg compared to the 1.4 TSI at 122 hp. reduces maneuverability. But those who bought the CD Volkswagen a methane do the races?
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On the track, the "carbonated" C segment of Wolfsburg gets along well: at Code speed, it turns out to be very quiet (thanks to the optimally soundproofed interior and the almost complete absence of aerodynamic rustling), stable when changing lanes. and never get stuck in a gust of wind. IN suspensions they adequately filter uneven asphalt and in the event of an accident i brakes they are always strong and effective.
On the Volkswagen Golf TGI it is impossible to choose which type of power supply to use: Petrol it only fires when methane it is empty. Chapter autonomy: The German manufacturer claims a gas mileage of 429 km (over 300 measured in tests without worrying about economy) and a total of 1.374 km (if you choose a quiet driving style, you can stay above 1.000).
Life on board
It's hard to find better cockpits on the market than the Golf: dashboard it's made of soft plastic and all the controls are where they should be. L 'habitability is in the middle segment, while trunk it is less spacious (but still more than sufficient) than the gasoline variants: although the stated data indicate the same values for the two models, in fact, part of the compartment is occupied by a methane reservoir.
Price and costs
La Volkswagen Golf TGI Comfortline, available exclusively in five doors, Coast 23.550 euro... The figure that sits halfway between the prices of the two cousins: Seat Leon TGI Style (the most luxurious of the range) goes home from 22.780 € 25.650, and to receiveAudi A3 Sportback gtron "Base", Attraction.
La standard equipment not very complete: autoradio, alloy wheels from 16", air conditioner guide e Cruise control: we recommend integrating at least with automatic climate control (450 euros) and fog lights (270 euros). Short warranty (two years, minimum required by law), good i consumption: 28,6 km / kg methane (during normal driving it is very easy to stay above 20) and 18,9 km / petrol (more than 15 when driving without pressing the accelerator pedal too hard).
head preservation of value: cars a methane are highly regarded in the used car market and therefore we assume that even a very popular car such as Volkswagen Golf can keep prices high.
safety
La safety equipment - unlike the standard - rich: front, side, curtain (also rear) and knee airbags, front head restraints that prevent whiplash, tire pressure indicator, predisposition Isofix, a driver fatigue sensor and a multiple collision avoidance system (which automatically stops the car after an accident to avoid further collisions). Besides, five stars received in Euro NCAP crash test.
Level of safety high is also felt when driving: perfect grip, excellent stability even when cornering at high speeds, powerful brakes and excellent forward visibility.
Specification
Technique
| engine | gasoline / methane |
| Offset / location | 1.395 см |
| Maximum power / rpm | 81 kW (110 HP) @ 4.800 weights |
| Maximum torque / revolutions | From 200 Nm to 1.500 inputs |
| conviction | Euro 6 |
| Gearbox / traction | 6-speed manual / front |
Power
| Trunk | 380 / 1.270 liters |
| Tank | 50 liters (gasoline) + 15 kg (methane) |
Performance and consumption
| maximum speed | 194 km / h |
| Acc. 0-100 km / h | 10,9 seconds |
| Urb. / Ext. / Full Consumption | 22,2 / 34,5 / 28,6 km / kg |
| Freedom | 429 km (methane), 1.374 km (total) |
| CO2 emissions | 94 g / km |
Usage costs
accessories
| antitheft | 316 euro |
| Autoradio | serial |
| 16-inch alloy wheels | serial |
| Cruise control | serial |
| Xenon headlights | 1.868 euro |
| Fog lights | 270 euro |
| Satellite navigator | 1.092 euro |
| Front parking sensors and post. | 645 euro |
| Folded rear-view mirrors. electr. | 225 euro |
| Metallic paint | 625 euro |
