VOLKSWAGEN Golf 2007 (2004-2010)
Used Car Safety Report
The Volkswagen Golf has been awarded a 5 star Driver Protection rating in the latest Used Car Safety Rating (UCSR) report. UCSR are reported annually by the Monash University Accident Research Centre (MUARC). Ratings are estimated from data on real crashes reported to police in Australia and New Zealand and provide a very high level of confidence. The UCSR report classifies cars according to where their rating lies in relation to a best performance benchmark. The Driver Protection rating measures the relative safety of cars in preventing serious injury to their own drivers in crashes.
| Driver Protection Rating |
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Excellent |
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Good |
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Marginal |
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Poor |
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Very Poor |
* Vehicles with a "Safe Pick" not only provide excellent protection for the driver, but also cause less serious injury to other road users with which they collide including other vehicle drivers, pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists.
For further information on the UCSR please click here.
If you would like to view the new car safety rating produced by ANCAP please see the archived report below:
| Overall Score | 32.83 | out of 37 |
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| Offset crash test | 12.83 | out of 16 |
| Side impact crash test | 16 | out of 16 |
| Pole test (Optional) | 2 | out of 2 |
| Bonus points | 2 | out of 3 |
Important note: The left-hand-drive European model was tested by Euro NCAP. Australasian specifications may vary and therefore models sold in Australasia might provide different levels of protection to those described on this page.
The VW Golf scored 12.83 out of 16 in the offset crash test. Protection from serious leg injury was marginal for the driver and there was a slight risk of serious chest injury for the driver and passenger.
The vehicle scored 16 out of 16 in the side impact crash test. A further 2 points were scored in the optional pole test. Two bonus points for advanced seat belt reminders gained the vehicle a 5 star rating.
Safety Feature Summary
The tested model of Volkswagen Golf was introduced in Australia during 2004 but advanced seat belt reminders were not standard on all vehicles until 2005.
Dual front airbags, side airbags and head-protecting side curtains are standard equipment. ABS brakes are also standard. Advanced seat belt reminders are fitted to both front seats.
The front seat belt buckles are mounted on the seats and the upper anchorages are adjustable. These features improve the fit of the seat belt. Pre-tensioners are fitted to the front seat belts to reduce slack in the event of a crash. A three point seat belt is fitted to the centre rear seat. This provides better protection than a two point seat belt.
ANCAP & UCSR Rating Explained
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Frontal Offset Crash Test Results
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Side Impact Crash Test Results
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Frontal Offset*
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12.83
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pts
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(out of
16)
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Head/Neck
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4
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pts
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Chest
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3.76
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pts
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Upper Legs
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2
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pts
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Lower Legs
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3.07
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pts
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Side Impact*
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16
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pts
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(out of
16)
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Head
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4
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pts
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Chest
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4
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pts
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Abdomen
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4
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pts
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Pelvis
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4
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pts
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* Body region scores out of 4 points each
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* Body region scores out of 4 points each
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The passenger compartment held its shape well in the offset crash test. The brake pedal moved rearwards by 13mm and the accelerator pedal moved downwards 17mm. The steering wheel hub moved forwards 51mm, downwards 15mm and sideways 5mm. The front ("A") pillar moved 5mm rearwards. The width of the driver's doorway shortened by 5mm. All doors remained closed during the crash. After the crash high manual effort was required to open the driver’s door.
The airbag cushioned the head of the driver and contact was stable. Dash components were a potential source of injury for the driver's knees.
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The vehicle was eligible for an optional pole impact test, since it had head-protecting side airbags and scored four points for the head in the side impact test. The manufacturer decided to go ahead with the pole test. Euro NCAP reports that the first test was disappointing but, after improvements were made, the vehicle earned a further two points in a re-run of the test.
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What is frontal offset crash?
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What is side impact crash? >>
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Pedestrian
Summary
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A separate pedestrian impact test is conducted. This test estimates injuries to pedestrians struck by a vehicle travelling at 40 km/h. The more stars the better (maximum 4 stars).
Pedestrian Rating Explained
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Green Vehicle Guide
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Combined Fuel Consumption
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CO2
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Greenhouse Rating
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Air Pollution Rating
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Overall Rating
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7.5 L/100km
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180 g/km
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7 /10
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6.5 /10
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Base Model Safety Features
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