Because of the higher ground clearance, Volkswagen Golf can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Volkswagen Golf version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from six 4x4 versions of Volkswagen Golf 2017 if off-road driveability is important to you.
Dimensions
Length:
4.26 m
4.37 m
Width:
1.79 m
1.95 m
Height:
1.48 m
1.38 m
Volkswagen Golf is smaller, but higher. Volkswagen Golf is 11 cm shorter than the Opel Astra, 16 cm narrower, while the height of Volkswagen Golf is 10 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
380 litres
370 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible
1270 litres
1210 litres
Turning diameter:
10.9 meters
11.1 meters
The turning circle of the Volkswagen Golf is 0.2 metres less than that of the Opel Astra.
Volkswagen Golf has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Opel Astra has serious deffects in 25 percent more cases than Volkswagen Golf, so Volkswagen Golf quality is probably significantly better
