Volkswagen of Naples, located at 601 Airport Rd., Naples FL, says the 2011 Volkswagen Golf has a stylish look inside and out.  The 2011 Golf is available with diesel engine, has a versatile hatchback body style and  refined driving dynamics.

Getting more for your money is elusive no matter what you happen to be purchasing. Imagine your Starbucks barista saying, “Thanks for your order. Here’s some gold bullion as a token of our gratitude.” Or, “Here’s your new 2011 Volkswagen Golf; we decided to upgrade you to an Audi free of charge.” That latter buying fantasy may not be so far-fetched, however, as the Golf delivers Audi-like refinement, style and versatility without breaking the bank.

Compared to other vehicles in its class, the VW Golf feels positively upscale. Its interior puts others to shame (including VW’s own 2011 Jetta) thanks to a sophisticated design, top-notch materials and all-around comfort. Add in optional niceties like a premium Dynaudio stereo and a navigation system and the fairly economical Golf can begin to feel like a near luxury car.

The advantages continue under the hood, with a choice of a punchy 2.5-liter inline-5 engine or a highly fuel-efficient turbodiesel rated at 42 mpg on the highway. The rest of the Golf is up to the task as well, with a solid on-road feel, precise steering and confidence-inspiring handling. Much of the Golf’s goodness comes courtesy of a redesign last year.

If you’re shopping in this segment, you’ll find that the Mazda 3 offers sharper handling and more cargo capacity, but its interior can’t match the Golf in either design or quality. The more affordable Hyundai Elantra Touring is also worthy of consideration given its space, features and sporty leanings, as is the personable Mini Cooper, though its higher price and lack of space are difficult to ignore. In the end, the 2011 Volkswagen Golf rises to the top by exceeding expectations and delivering that all-so-elusive impression, “more for the money.”

The 2011 Volkswagen Golf is a compact hatchback offered in either two- or four-door configurations and in one of two trim levels: 2.5L or TDI. The base 2.5L includes 15-inch steel wheels, heated outside mirrors, air-conditioning, cruise control, a trip computer, full power accessories, eight-way manually adjustable front seats, split-folding rear seats, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, metallic interior trim and an eight-speaker stereo with a CD/MP3 player.

Besides swapping the gasoline engine for a diesel, the TDI trim adds 17-inch alloy wheels; foglights; a sport suspension; a leather-wrapped steering wheel with multifunction controls; floor mats; a leather-wrapped shift knob and brake lever; split-folding rear seats with a center armrest and pass-through; Bluetooth; and an upgraded sound system with touchscreen controls, an in-dash CD changer, satellite radio and an iPod interface. With either trim level, four-door models gain power-reclining front seats.

Options for both models include a Cold Weather package (heated front seats and washer nozzles) and a sunroof. Bluetooth is further optional on the 2.5L. The TDI models can be equipped with adaptive xenon headlights, a premium Dynaudio sound system, a navigation system and (on four-door models) rear seat airbags.

The 2011 VW Golf’s standard safety features include antilock disc brakes, stability control, front-seat side airbags and full-length head curtain airbags. Rear-seat side airbags are unavailable on two-door models, but are optional on four-door models. In government crash tests, the four-door Golf with the optional rear side airbags received four stars out of five for frontal impact protection and a perfect five stars for side impacts. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarded the Golf with its highest score of “Good” in its frontal-offset, side and roof strength tests.

Simply replacing the VW logo on the Golf’s steering wheel with four rings would convince you that you were in an Audi. That’s how nice the Golf’s interior is. Among other compact hatchbacks, the Volkswagen’s blend of top-shelf materials, refined design and quality workmanship place it far above all others. The Golf is actually much nicer than the new 2011 VW Jetta sedan.

Whether you choose the two- or four-door route, the Golf’s interior passenger space remains the same. For those who plan on shuttling multiple passengers, the four-door is the obvious choice, offering a surprisingly large backseat that’s notably more spacious than that of a Mazda 3. Access to the two-door Golf’s rear seats is made relatively painless thanks to front seats that slide easily out of the way. Behind the rear seats, the cargo area can hold up to 12.4 cubic feet — double the capacity of a Mini Cooper, but about average for other hatchbacks. The split-folding rear seats bump that figure up to 46 cubes.

Volkswagen of Naples, serving the Southwest Florida including Naples, Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Estero, Marco Island, Cape Coral, Sanibel and Sarasota have a strong and committed sales staff with many years of experience satisfying our customers’ needs. Feel free to browse our new and pre-owned inventory online at www.vwofnaples.com, to request more information about vehicles, set up a test drive or inquire about financing!

Hours

• Monday: 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM
• Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM
• Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM
• Thursday: 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM
• Friday: 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM
• Saturday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
• Sunday: 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Contact Information

Volkswagen of Naples

601 Airport Rd., S

Naples, FL 34104

Sales:

1-866-596-1294

Service:

1-866-766-9075

Parts:

1-866-766-9075

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