73.5 Mpg For New Golf BlueMotion

73.5 Mpg For New Golf BlueMotion

In the area of aerodynamics, the frontal area of the new Golf was reduced by 0.03 square meters and aerodynamic drag reduced by nearly 10 percent. Compared to other Golf models, the aerodynamics of the BlueMotion were also refined by a lowering the chassis by 15 mm, adding a roof spoiler, lateral air guide elements on the rear window, a radiator grille that is closed to the outside, partially closed air inlet screens, optimized cooling airflow, special under-floor panels, optimized brake cooling channels and a C-pillar spoiler. These measures bring the Golf BlueMotion to a cd value of 0.27.

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