The petrol Volkswagen model is a much more eco friendly car. Although this is not the most versatile MPV it has an impressive fuel efficiency and a cleaner Blue motion petrol engine. This family car is the latest car in this form.
The diesel VW Golf SV Blue motion was tested and the reviews were not all that great. The 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine was much more impressive in both models, the polo supermini and the Golf Hatchback. As every car has its flaws this model although much more eco impressive its length, height and width have increased which may take away some of its eco-value.
Considering the combined economy rate has gone from 65.7mpg to 62.8mpg it doesn’t take much from the eco-value. What is more disappointing is the fact that this model is one tax band higher than the Golf and this can be off-putting for buyers.
When testing this Petrol SV Blue motion on mixed town roads and on the motorway we found that 45mpg was reached easily and on a normal long run it goes to 55mpg which makes it competition for the diesel version.
What we found is that the drive is much more enjoyable on the petrol version and the three-cylinder engine runs smoothly and is refined and impressive.
Obviously, when we use the petrol we don’t get the automatic low-end punch that the diesel provides the petrol can be taking into mid-range pretty easily. It goes from 0-62mph in just over 10 seconds and in a quicker time then the Volkswagen Golf. Although it can feel more burdened than the diesel when heavy the power never leaves you wanting for more. There is a six-speed gearbox as well as the extra cog and closer ratios and eco special five-speed units. All in all, it is designed to make the ride powerful and enjoyable.
The petrol engine is a lighter version then the diesel and makes the ride feel much more composed and balanced. With low rising resistance tires and other small notches the whole drive is composed and smooth.
When it comes to downfalls this model is slightly bland in its exterior. The interior is just like the other Volkswagens and has played it safe however they can get away with this because the quality and gear is excellent. When it comes to exterior, it is plain and leaves us wanting for something more.
One flaw in the interior of this model is the lack of flexible seating. It’s not as comfortable as other vehicles and in many ways, it seems to be a larger version of the Golf and so buyers may prefer to opt for a different five seaters.
The latest VW emission scandal hasn’t hampered its reputation in EU as VW still remains the largest selling vehicle in the EU. This despite the fact that it hasn’t offered any compensation to the customers here in EU like it has offered incentives in the US.
