A wagon, too!
Since 2006, Volkswagen has been offering a compact wagon in Canada. First it was part of the Jetta family and now the Golf’s. Yet, the Golf Wagon has been sold across Europe since 1993! Anyway, it’s an interesting solution for those who despise larger, thirstier family vehicles like SUVs.
At the same time, VW says that it’s the "largest Golf ever" and one "with no direct rivals." I bet the folks at Hyundai think otherwise; the Elantra Touring offers basically the same amount of cargo room (42 litres) with the rear seats folded.
Just like the 5-door model, the wagon is available in three trim levels: Trendline, Comfortline and Highline. The latter also offers premium features like leather seats and a panoramic glass sunroof.
The powertrains are the same but wheel size is limited to 16 inches, whereas those of the hatchback range from 15 to 17 inches. Finally, the 2010 Golf Wagon Trendline’s base MSRP is $800 below the 2009 Jetta Wagon.
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During the media launch, VW representatives bragged about a number of interesting upgrades, most notably the touch-screen stereo. Similar to the Dynaudio unit in the GTI, this sound system is a welcome addition. Too bad it doesn’t come with satellite navigation.
Two years ago, offering a GPS with compact cars would have created little interest among buyers, which is why it remained exclusive to the GTI. However, times are changing fast and when these same buyers find out that a Mazda3 or even the plebian Toyota Yaris are now available with one, they will surely ask for it too. "If the demand is strong enough, we’ll try to add a navigation system for the 2011 model year," promises Mr. Oliver.
As for those who would like to drive a Golf Wagon TDI with 4Motion all-wheel drive (I do!), well, keep dreaming. The people at VW Canada see no reason to offer such a vehicle. There’s already one in the lineup… and it’s called Tiguan!
photo:Matthieu Lambert, Volkswagen
Since 2006, Volkswagen has been offering a compact wagon in Canada. First it was part of the Jetta family and now the Golf’s. Yet, the Golf Wagon has been sold across Europe since 1993! Anyway, it’s an interesting solution for those who despise larger, thirstier family vehicles like SUVs.
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| Just like the 5-door model, the wagon is available in three trim levels: Trendline, Comfortline and Highline. |
At the same time, VW says that it’s the "largest Golf ever" and one "with no direct rivals." I bet the folks at Hyundai think otherwise; the Elantra Touring offers basically the same amount of cargo room (42 litres) with the rear seats folded.
Just like the 5-door model, the wagon is available in three trim levels: Trendline, Comfortline and Highline. The latter also offers premium features like leather seats and a panoramic glass sunroof.
The powertrains are the same but wheel size is limited to 16 inches, whereas those of the hatchback range from 15 to 17 inches. Finally, the 2010 Golf Wagon Trendline’s base MSRP is $800 below the 2009 Jetta Wagon.
About technology...
During the media launch, VW representatives bragged about a number of interesting upgrades, most notably the touch-screen stereo. Similar to the Dynaudio unit in the GTI, this sound system is a welcome addition. Too bad it doesn’t come with satellite navigation.
Two years ago, offering a GPS with compact cars would have created little interest among buyers, which is why it remained exclusive to the GTI. However, times are changing fast and when these same buyers find out that a Mazda3 or even the plebian Toyota Yaris are now available with one, they will surely ask for it too. "If the demand is strong enough, we’ll try to add a navigation system for the 2011 model year," promises Mr. Oliver.
As for those who would like to drive a Golf Wagon TDI with 4Motion all-wheel drive (I do!), well, keep dreaming. The people at VW Canada see no reason to offer such a vehicle. There’s already one in the lineup… and it’s called Tiguan!
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| During the media launch, VW representatives bragged about a number of interesting upgrades, most notably the touch-screen stereo. |
photo:Matthieu Lambert, Volkswagen
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