Volkswagen Golf Plus
{{Short description|Volkswagen car model}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Volkswagen Golf Plus
| image = 2005 Volkswagen Golf Plus SE 1.6.jpg
| caption = 2005 Volkswagen Golf Plus SE (pre-facelift)
| manufacturer = Volkswagen
| aka = Volkswagen CrossGolf (crossover-styled variant)
| production = 2004–2014
| model_years =
| assembly = Germany: Wolfsburg
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| class =
| body_style = 5-door hatchback
| layout = Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
| platform = Volkswagen Group A5 (PQ35)
| designer = Hartmut Warkuß, Peter Schreyer and Andreas Mindt{{Cite patent|country=US|number=D508436S|pubdate=2005-08-16|title=Vehicle|assign1=Volkswagen AG|inventor1-last=Warkuss|inventor1-first=Hartmut|inventor2-last=Schreyer|inventor2-first=Peter|inventor3-last=Mindt|inventor3-first=Andreas}}
| related = {{ubl
}}
| engine = {{ubl
| Petrol:
| 1.2 L TSI I4
| 1.4 L MPI I4
| 1.4 L TSI I4
| 1.6 L MPI I4
| 1.6 L MPI MultiFuel I4
| 1.6 L FSI I4
| 2.0 L FSI I4
| 1.6 L MPI BiFuel I4
| Diesel:
| 1.6 L TDI I4
| 1.9 L TDI I4
| 2.0 L TDI I4
}}
| transmission = {{ubl
| 5-speed manual
| 6-speed manual
| 6-speed automatic
| 6-speed DSG
| 7-speed DSG
}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|2578|mm|1|abbr=on}}
| length = {{ubl
| {{convert|4204|mm|1|abbr=on}}
| {{convert|4235|mm|1|abbr=on}} (CrossGolf)
}}
| height = {{ubl
| {{convert|1580|mm|1|abbr=on}}
| {{convert|1650|mm|1|abbr=on}} (CrossGolf)
}}
| width = {{ubl
| {{convert|1759|mm|1|abbr=on}}
| {{convert|1775|mm|1|abbr=on}} (CrossGolf)
}}
| weight = {{convert|1293|-|1501|kg|lb|abbr=on}}
| predecessor =
| successor = Volkswagen Golf Sportsvan/SV
| sp = uk
}}
The Volkswagen Golf Plus is a car that was manufactured by Volkswagen between 2004 and 2014. It has been variously described as a hatchback, a compact multi-purpose vehicle (MPV), or a combination of the two.
- {{Cite news|url= https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/volkswagen/golf-plus/21049/2004-2009-mpv |work= Auto Express |date= 29 December 2006 |access-date= 1 December 2023 |title= Volkswagen Golf Plus review (2004-2009)}}
- {{Cite news|url= https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/volkswagen/golf-plus-2009-2013/interior |title= Volkswagen Golf Plus 2009-2013 review |work= The Autocar |last= Burt |first= Matt |date= 9 May 2012 |access-date= 1 December 2023}}
- {{Cite news|url= https://www.parkers.co.uk/volkswagen/golf/plus/review/ |title= Volkswagen Golf Plus review |last= Adams |first= Keith |work= Parker's Car Guides |date= 25 July 2021 |access-date= 1 December 2023}}
- {{Cite web|date=2014-01-31|title=Volkswagen Golf Plus European sales figures|url=https://carsalesbase.com/europe-volkswagen-golf-plus/|access-date=2021-05-20|website=carsalesbase.com|language=en-US}}
- {{Cite web|url= https://www.rac.co.uk/drive/car-reviews/volkswagen/golf/golf-plus-2009-2013/ |title= Volkswagen Golf Plus (2009 - 2013) used car review |last= Enright |first= Andy |date= 29 May 2014 |access-date= 1 December 2023 |website= rac.co.uk}}
- {{Cite news|url= https://www.whatcar.com/volkswagen/golf-plus/hatchback/used-review/n712 |title= Used Volkswagen Golf Plus MPV 2005 - 2009 review |last= Huntingford |first= Steve |date= 1 January 2006 |access-date= 1 December 2023 |work= What Car?}}
- {{Cite web|url= https://www.honestjohn.co.uk/volkswagen/golf/plus/ |title= Volkswagen Golf Plus (2009 – 2014) Review |website= honestjohn.co.uk |access-date= 1 December 2023}}
- {{Cite news|url= https://www.driving.co.uk/car-reviews/volkswagen-golf-sv-review-2014-on/ |title= VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SV REVIEW (2014-ON) |last= Mills |first= James |work= The Sunday Times |date= 26 September 2014 |access-date= 1 December 2023}} It was developed as a taller alternative to the Golf hatchback and positioned below the seven-seater Touran in Volkswagen's MPV category.{{Cite web|last=Thursday|first=December 2nd 2004|title=New VW Golf Plus unveiled at Bologna|url=https://www.testdriven.co.uk/new-vw-golf-plus-unveiled-at-bologna/|access-date=2021-05-22|website=TestDriven|date=2 December 2004 |language=en-GB}} The car is based on the Golf Mk5, rides on the PQ35 platform, and was accompanied by a crossover-styled variant called the Volkswagen CrossGolf in 2006. Throughout its life cycle, it has been sold alongside the Golf Mk5 and the Golf Mk6 for its final two years.
In 2014, the Golf Plus was replaced by the MQB-based Golf Sportsvan.{{Cite web|title=VW Golf Sportsvan succeeds Golf Plus in Frankfurt|url=https://www.autoblog.com/2013/09/08/vw-golf-sportsvan-succeeds-golf-plus-in-frankfurt/|access-date=2021-05-22|website=Autoblog|date=8 September 2013 |language=en}}
Overview
The Golf Plus was presented to the public at the Bologna Motor Show in December 2004.Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft, Historische Kommunikation (Hrsg.): Vom Käfer zum Weltkonzern. Wolfsburg 2015, {{ISBN|978-3-935112-04-8}}, S. 216 It is {{convert|95|mm|2|abbr=on}} taller than the Golf Mk5, and {{convert|150|mm|2|abbr=on}} shorter than the three-row Touran.{{Cite web|url=http://www.autoevolution.com/volkswagen/golf-plus/|title = All VOLKSWAGEN Golf Plus models by year, specs and pictures - autoevolution}} It offers higher seating position, and more space in the cabin with an extra {{convert|50|L|cuft}} of boot space at {{convert|395|L|cuft}}, which is expandable to {{convert|505|L|cuft}} by lowering the boot floor.{{Cite web|title=Volkswagen Golf Plus|url=https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/car-reviews/40348/volkswagen-golf-plus|access-date=2021-05-21|website=Auto Express|language=en}}{{Cite web|title=Volkswagen Golf Plus (2009-2014) review|url=https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/volkswagen/golf-plus|access-date=2021-05-21|website=Auto Express|language=en}} The rear seats can slide by {{convert|160|mm}} and folded in a new system, resulting in an almost level luggage space when folded. It also split 60:40, with the middle seat doubling as a fold-down drink table. The Golf Plus is optionally available with a large roof console, three unfolding storage compartments are located in the front area.{{Cite web |last=Volkswagen AG Service Training |date=January 2005 |title=Self-study programme 338 The Golf Plus 2005 |url=https://www.vaglinks.com/Docs/SSP/VWUSA.COM_SSP_338_VW_The_Golf_Plus_2005.pdf |access-date=6 May 2024 |website=VAGlinks.com }}
Many parts of the Golf Mk5 were also used in the Golf Plus, such as engines, transmissions, headrests and exterior mirrors. In contrast to the normal Golf, standard LED rear lights were used in the Golf Plus, the first in the C-segment.{{Cite web|title=StackPath|url=https://www.ledsmagazine.com/specialty-ssl/industrial-life-sciences/article/16696552/twoinone-taillights-feature-in-new-vw-golf-plus|access-date=2021-05-22|website=www.ledsmagazine.com|date=12 May 2005 }}
It has a drag coefficient of 0.32.
File:VW Golf Plus rear 20071212.jpg|Rear view (pre-facelift)
File:VW Golf Plus V dashboard.jpg|Interior
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Facelift
In December 2008, the facelifted version was revealed at the Bologna Motor Show, featuring a revised front end which saw the introduction of the horizontally aligned band front grille and new headlights with daytime running lights, aligning its styling to the Golf Mk6.{{Cite web|title=VW Golf Plus unveiled at Bologna motor show|url=https://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-news/motor-shows-events/other-events/2008/vw-golf-plus-unveiled-at-bologna-motor-show/|access-date=2021-05-22|website=CAR Magazine|language=en}}{{Cite web|title=VW Golf Plus officially debuts in Bologna|url=https://www.autoblog.com/2008/12/03/vw-golf-plus-officially-debuts-in-bologna/|access-date=2021-05-22|website=Autoblog|date=3 December 2008 |language=en}} The revised variant went on sale in early 2009. It retains a largely similar design of the rear end and the interior. For the first time on the Golf Plus, a parallel parking assistance system called ParkAssist was offered. A rear-view camera mounted behind the Volkswagen badge was also available as an option.
File:2009 Volkswagen Golf Plus SE TDi 1.6 Front.jpg|2009 Golf Plus SE (facelift)
File:2009 Volkswagen Golf Plus SE TDi 1.6 Rear.jpg|2009 Golf Plus SE (facelift)
File:VW Golf Plus 2.0 TDI Highline Interieur.JPG|Interior
CrossGolf
At the 2006 Paris Motor Show, Volkswagen released the CrossGolf which is a version of the Golf Plus with black-plastic body cladding and slightly increased ride height.{{Cite web|title=VW gives Golf Plus the Dune treatment|url=https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/vw-gives-golf-plus-dune-treatment|access-date=2021-05-22|website=Autocar|language=en}} Part of the Volkswagen Cross family which also includes the CrossPolo and CrossTouran, it was developed by the Volkswagen Individual division, which also developed the Golf R32.{{Cite web|date=2007-01-24|title=2007 Volkswagen Cross Golf @ Top Speed|url=https://www.topspeed.com/cars/volkswagen/2007-volkswagen-cross-golf/|access-date=2021-05-22|website=Top Speed|language=en}}
The CrossGolf is only available in front-wheel drive configuration, and is powered by two petrol engines, 1.6 and 1.4 TSI, and two diesel engines, 1.9 TDI and 2.0 TDI, with outputs ranging from {{convert|102|PS|kW bhp|0|abbr=on|lk=on}} to {{convert|140|PS|kW bhp|0|abbr=on}}. In the UK, this model is badged as Golf Plus Dune and sold with the 1.9 TDI outputting {{convert|105|PS|kW bhp|0|abbr=on}}.
The facelifted model was introduced in February 2010 at the Geneva Motor Show.{{Cite web|last=Sutton|first=Mike|date=2010-02-25|title=2010 Volkswagen CrossGolf|url=https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a15130910/2010-volkswagen-crossgolf-auto-shows|access-date=2021-05-22|website=Car and Driver|language=en-US}}{{Cite web|date=2010-02-25|title=2010 Volkswagen CrossGolf @ Top Speed|url=https://www.topspeed.com/cars/volkswagen/2010-volkswagen-crossgolf/|access-date=2021-05-22|website=Top Speed|language=en}}
File:VW CrossGolf – Frontansicht, 19. Mai 2011, Velbert.jpg|CrossGolf (pre-facelift)
File:VW CrossGolf – Heckansicht, 19. Mai 2011, Velbert.jpg|CrossGolf (pre-facelift)
File:VW Cross Golf 1 (cropped).jpg|CrossGolf (facelift)
File:VW CrossGolf Facelift Heck.JPG|CrossGolf (facelift)
Powertrain
Throughout its production run, seven petrol engine variants are available with an output between {{cvt|75-170|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}}, and five diesel engine variants with an output of {{cvt|90-140|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}}. All diesel engines are equipped with a diesel particulate filter (DPF).
The BlueMotion model was also available with {{cvt|105|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} and a 5-speed manual gearbox. For efficiency, the BlueMotion model received changes in engine tuning such as lowering the idling RPM. It also received aerodynamic changes such as underbody cover, low-friction tires and lowering the right height by {{cvt|15|mm|in|0|abbr=on}}. The third, fourth and fifth gears of the transmission have a longer gear ratio. Average fuel economy was rated at {{convert|4.8|L/100 km|km/L mpgus|abbr=on}}.
An LPG variant (BiFuel) was also offered with an output of {{cvt|98|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} and a 5-speed manual gearbox.
| class="wikitable" style="text-align:left; font-size:90%;"
! colspan="6" |Petrol engines |
| Model
!Displacement !Series !Power !Torque !Years |
|---|
| 1.2 TSI
|1,197 cc I4 |CBZA |{{cvt|86|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|160|Nm|kgm lbft|abbr=on|sigfig=3}} |2010–2014 |
| 1.2 TSI
|1,197 cc I4 |CBZB |{{cvt|105|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|175|Nm|kgm lbft|abbr=on|sigfig=3}} |2009–2014 |
| 1.4
|1,390 cc I4 |BCA |{{cvt|75|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|126|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} |2004–2006 |
| 1.4
|1,390 cc I4 |BUD/CGGA |{{cvt|80|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|132|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} |2006–2014 |
| 1.4 TSI
|1,390 cc I4 |CAXA |{{cvt|122|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|200|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} |2007–2014 |
| 1.4 TSI
|1,390 cc I4 |BMY |{{cvt|140|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|220|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} |2006–2008 |
| 1.4 TSI
|1,390 cc I4 |CAVD |{{cvt|160|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|240|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} |2008–2014 |
| 1.4 TSI
|1,390 cc I4 |BLG |{{cvt|80|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|132|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} |2006–2014 |
| 1.6
|1,595 cc I4 |BSE/BSF/CCSA |{{cvt|102|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|148|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} |2005–2010 |
| 1.6 MultiFuel
|1,595 cc I4 |CMXA |{{cvt|102|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|148|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} |2010–2014 |
| 1.6 BiFuel
|1,595 cc I4 |CHGA |{{cvt|98|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} (LPG) |{{cvt|144|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} (LPG) |2010–2014 |
| 1.6 FSI
|1,598 cc I4 |BLF/BLP |{{cvt|115|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|155|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} |2004–2007 |
| 2.0 FSI
|1,984 cc I4 |BLR/BVY |{{cvt|150|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|200|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} |2005–2008 |
| colspan="6" |Diesel engines |
| 1.6 TDI (CR)
|1,598 cc 14 |CAYB |{{cvt|90|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|230|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} |2009–2014 |
| 1.6 TDI (CR)
|1,598 cc 14 |CAYC |{{cvt|105|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|250|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} |2009–2014 |
| 1.9 TDI (PD)
|1,896 cc I4 |BRU/BXF/BXJ |{{cvt|90|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|210|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} |2005–2008 |
| 1.9 TDI (PD)
|1,896 cc I4 |BKC/BXE/BLS |{{cvt|105|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|250|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} |2004–2008 |
| 2.0 TDI (CR)
|1,968 cc I4 |CBDC |{{cvt|110|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|250|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} |2008–2009 |
| 2.0 TDI (PD)
|1,968 cc I4 |BKD |{{cvt|140|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|320|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} |2004–2008 |
| 2.0 TDI (PD)
|1,968 cc I4 |BMM |{{cvt|140|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|320|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} |2005–2008 |
| 2.0 TDI (CR)
|1,968 cc I4 |CBDB |{{cvt|150|PS|hp kW|0|abbr=on}} |{{cvt|320|Nm|kgm lbft|sigfig=3|abbr=on}} |2008–2014 |
Sales
| class="wikitable"
|+ !Year |
| 2004
|14 |
| 2005
|106,076 |
| 2006
|128,137 |
| 2007
|102,453 |
| 2008
|89,459 |
| 2009
|106,095 |
| 2010
|83,838 |
| 2011
|84,254 |
| 2012
|68,453 |
| 2013
|61,712 |
| 2014
|6,415 |
| 2015
|16 |
| 2016
|5 |
References
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