The new Volkswagen Golf BlueMotion concept has made its global debut at the 2012 Paris Motor Show and is considered to be one of the worlds most fuel efficient cars. The third-generation Golf BlueMotion was introduced alongside the seventh-generation Volkswagen Golf at the Paris Motor Show.

VW Golf BlueMotion is a frugal ride

Low Fuel Consumption??

The VW Golf BlueMotion is a five-seater family car that achieves a fuel consumption figure of 3.2-litres/100km with a CO2 emissions figure of only 85g/km. Compared to previous models, the new Golf BlueMotion exhibits a 15% improvement in fuel consumption with a further 14g/km improvement on CO2 emissions.

The VW Golf BlueMotion features a 50-litre fuel tank with an estimated range of 1 561km. Assuming that the average driver travels 15000km per year and with a fuel consumption of 3.2-litres/km, the new Golf BlueMotion, according to Volkswagen, will only have to be filled about ten times a year.

Lightweight Design

The impressive fuel consumption of the Golf BlueMotion is attributed to its innovative lightweight design, engine-related modifications and other measures. These measures include the use of low rolling resistance tyres with higher air pressure, longer gear ratios and specific aerodynamic modifications.

The frontal area was reduced by 0.03m² and the aerodynamic drag by nearly 10%. Aerodynamic modifications include a reduced ride height of 15mm compared to previous models, a roof spoiler, lateral air guide elements on the rear window, a masked front grille, partially closed air inlet streams, optimised cooling system airflow, special underfloor panels, optimised brake cooling channels and a C-pillar spoiler. The VW Golf BlueMotion is one of the most aerodynamic cars in its class with a Cd value of 0.27.

Efficient Engine

The new VW Golf BlueMotion concept is fitted with a 1.6-litre TDI engine that develops 81kW and 250Nm of torque and is mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. Stop/Start technology and a battery regeneration system contribute to enhanced efficiency. ??Efficiency is further encouraged with reduced internal friction, a thermal management system, exhaust gas recirculation, cylinder pressure sensor, two-stage oil pump, switchable electric water pump and a water-cooled intercooler. To reduce emissions even further, Volkswagen has also implemented an oxidation catalytic converter, a diesel particulate filter and a NOx storage catalytic converter.

The new Golf BlueMotion will be launched in Europe in the first quarter of 2013.