Test Drive the 2015 Motor Trend Car of the Year at Volkswagen of Olympia

2015 Volkswagen Golf TSI rear view.
With its sleek, simple design, Motor Trend said the 2015 Volkswagen Golf appeals to customers both young and old.
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2015 Volkswagen Golf TSI front view.
The 2015 Volkswagen Golf is Motor Trend’s Car of the Year.

What kind of cars are you attracted to? Sleek and stylish sports cars? Family friendly sedans? Maybe something in between? No matter what your preference is, chances are you will find something to appreciate about Motor Trend’s 2015 Car of the Year, the 2015 Volkswagen Golf.

Featuring an all new design that is sleek, solid and efficient, Motor Trend says this car may not make your head turn at first glance, but take a closer look and you will notice that the “devil is in the details.”

In the Golf’s 40-year lifespan, it has only received the prestigious title of “Car of the Year” once before, and that was back in 1985. But, after 30 years of redesigns, upgrades and modifications, the Volkswagen Golf has emerged in a whole new light, earning its way, once again, to the top of the vehicular food chain.

So what made the 2015 Golf a near-unanimous choice as the 2015 Motor Trend Car of the Year? Some might say it’s the Golf’s sleek and sporty design, others may say it is the vehicle’s fuel efficiency, but Volkswagen of Olympia Sales Manager, Ryan Hughes, said it is the car’s versatility.

2015 Volkswagen Golf TSI interior.
The interior of the 2015 Volkswagen Golf has been redesigned to have a simple, stylish design.

Hughes said when he is helping someone find a new vehicle he does not go into a sale with a particular car in mind, but rather helps his customer find the car that best suits his or her individual needs. Does the customer have a family or kids? How about a long commute? These are the types of questions Hughes likes to ask his customers. But, what Hughes said is so great about the 2015 Volkswagen Golf is that the versatility of the vehicle makes it a great car for all different kinds of people. Motor Trend thinks so too.

In Motor Trend’s review of the Golf, the authors said with its “’crisply sculpted bodywork,’ sleek and sporty style, and gimmick-free design, the Golf appeals to consumers both young and old.” But, appearances are not everything. As for how the car performs, Motor Trend said the 2015 Volkswagen Golf is an example of engineering excellence. Whether you opt for the TSI, GTI or TDI model, the reduced weight of the 2015 Volkswagen Golf offers improved efficiency and fuel economy gains. Did we mention that it is safe, too? With six airbags, stability control, and an automatic post-collision braking system, the 2015 Volkswagen Golf is safe enough to haul your kids to-and-from school in, worry free.

“There’s enough room in the back for the kids, and it’s a fun car to drive, too,” said Hughes. “It’s got the little hatchback so it has room for groceries. It’s very versatile.” Because the Volkswagen Golf is both sporty and safe, stylish and comfortable, and compact and roomy, the versatility of the vehicle makes it a great car for all kinds of drivers.

2015 Volkswagen Golf TSI rear view.
With its sleek, simple design, Motor Trend said the 2015 Volkswagen Golf appeals to customers both young and old.

Volkswagen of Olympia Sales Associate Mike Davis agrees with Hughes and said, “There is not another car with more versatility. The quality of the interior is up there with Audi. The ride quality is incredible. They are super fun to drive, and [they are] economical and very practical.”

With so much versatility, the 2015 Volkswagen Golf is a great car for commuters, families and even people just looking for a fun, stylish ride. And, what makes the 2015 Volkswagen Golf even more appealing is its price. At just around $25,000 (depending on whether you opt for the GTI, TSI or TDI), the 2015 Volkswagen Golf is an affordable option in excellence.

Hughes said the 2015 Volkswagen Golf, which has been on the market since late 2014, has been popular among local customers at Volkswagen of Olympia. Hughes said the dealership has sold quite a few already and even pre-sold two of Volkswagen’s 2015 Volkswagen Golf R. While two cars may not seem like very many, considering the fact that Volkswagen has only made 500 of the Volkswagen Golf R (and they sold out in just eleven hours) to date, Hughes said it was pretty exciting to have sold two of the 500 available nationwide locally at Volkswagen of Olympia.

Of course, there is no better way to know if a car is the right one for you than to see it in person and test drive it yourself. If you are interested in learning more about Motor Trend’s 2015 Car of the Year, visit Volkswagen of Olympia (located at the Olympia Auto Mall on Cooper Point Road) to talk to a sales associate and take the car for a spin. After a few minutes behind the wheel, you may not be able to see yourself driving anything else.

 

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