Adventure Awaits with the Spacious and Versatile Volkswagen Golf Variant!

Posted by Masashi S.
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Sep 6, 2024
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The Golf Variant, the successor to the 2nd generation Golf Wagon/Estate, boasts powerful engines and several upgrades compared to its predecessor. Owners can choose between 170ps 1400cc TSI twin-charged or 200ps 2000cc turbo-charged engines, both with 8 airbags, tiptronic gearbox, and rear luggage net/sliding cover. Now we examine the Golf Variant from key years 2007 to 2015 to see how this incredible station wagon from Volkswagen has evolved.

2007 - 2010 Volkswagen Golf Variant

The Golf hatchback, featuring a panoramic roof, eight airbags, ESP, sportier suspension, and sportier tires, is available in the "2.0TSI Sports Line" version. The 2007 Volkswagen Golf Variant, part of the third generation, features a 170ps 1.4L TSI turbocharger engine and 6-speed DSG for improved fuel efficiency. The 2008 Volkswagen Golf Variant offers various features and options, including sporty suspension, bi-xenon headlamps, customizable options, and three turbo options, with an average fuel economy of 15.0km/l.

The 2009 Volkswagen Golf Variant, part of the fourth generation, features a redesigned interior and exterior, with three grades: TSI Trend Line, TSI Comfort Line, and 2.0 TSI Sports Line, and improved engine efficiency. The 2010 Volkswagen Golf Variant boasts significant efficiency improvements, reducing emissions by 75% and achieving an average fuel economy of 16 km/l, thanks to its Direct Shift Gearbox clutch.

2011 - 2014 Volkswagen Golf Variant

The 2011 Volkswagen Golf Variant offers two upgrades: the "TSI Trendline Premium Edition" and the "TSI Comfortline Premium Edition", with an average fuel economy of 16-16.4 km/l. The TSI Trendline Premium Edition features a leather steering wheel, shift knob, 12V power socket, front grille, chrome molding, and comfort seating. It also includes air intakes, alcantara/fabric seats, and multi-function indicators. All models are right-hand drive.


The 2012 VW Variant, a right-hand drive station wagon of the popular Golf, offers two premium grades, the "TSI Trendline Premium Edition" and the "TSI Comfort Line Premium Edition," and features an auto light system, rain sensor, and automatic anti-glare rear view mirror. The 2012 Volkswagen Golf Variant, featuring a 1.4L DOHC IC turbo and twin charger engine, boasts premium lines and an average fuel economy of 18.4 km/l.  


The 2013 Volkswagen Variant lineup features the "TSI Trendline Blue Motion Technology" with a 1.2L SOHC IC turbo engine, Start/Stop system, and average fuel economy of 15.9-19 km/l. The Trendline Blue Motion and Comfort Line Premium models come standard with safety features like brake assist, airbags, electronic stabilizing system, ABS, and come in five body colors.

2014 -2015 Volkswagen Golf Variant

The 2014 Volkswagen Golf Variant has undergone a complete overhaul, featuring enhanced safety features, new models with "TSI Comfort Line Blue Motion Technology", and an average fuel economy of 19.5-21 km/l. The 2014 Variant features a sportier body with a wider, wider body and three new colors, and improved interior with navigation and air conditioning systems. Volkswagen releases "Lounge" and "Anniversary Edition" vehicles for Golf Variant 20th anniversary in Japan, featuring heated seats, bi-xenon headlights,


Discover Pro infotainment, smart keyless entry, and leather steering wheel.

The 2015 lineup features the "TSI Comfort Line Blue Motion Technology" with a 1.2L inline 4-cylinder DOHC IC turbo and the "TSI High Line Blue Motion Technology" with a 1.4L inline 4-cylinder DOHC IC. The 2015 Volkswagen Golf Variant, part of the fourth generation, has an average fuel economy of 21 km/l and is coded DBA-AUCHP.


Finally


The Volkswagen Golf Variant is the station wagon version of the popular Golf hatchback. It offers more cargo space and a slightly different design while retaining many of the Golf’s performance and technology features. It's often praised for its practicality, spacious interior, and versatility. You can now check the Volkswagen Golf Variant stocklist for more available models.