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'{{Distinguish|Volkswagen Golf}} {{Infobox automobile | name = Volkswagen Gol | image = Volkswagen Gol 1.6 Trend 2011 (13905746028).jpg | manufacturer = [[Volkswagen]] | production = 1980–present | predecessor = [[Volkswagen Brasilia]] | class = [[Subcompact car]] | layout = [[Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine, front-wheel-drive]] }} The '''Volkswagen Gol''' is a [[subcompact car]] that has been manufactured by [[Volkswagen do Brasil]] since 1980 as Volkswagen's [[No-frills|entry-level]] car in the [[Latin America]]n market&mdash;where it succeeded the [[VW Beetle|Volkswagen Type 1]] (Fusca) and the VW Brasilia. Several variants of the Gol were marketed in North America as the '''Volkswagen Fox''' from 1987 to 1993. The Gol has been produced in several versions, such as three- and five-door [[hatchback]]s, four-door [[Sedan (automobile)|sedan]]s (the '''Volkswagen Voyage'''), three- and five-door [[station wagon]]s (the '''Volkswagen Parati'''), and two-door [[coupé utility|coupé utilities]] (the '''Volkswagen Saveiro'''). The Gol was the best-selling car in [[Brazil]] for 27 consecutive years, from 1987 to 2014, and has been the most popular car in [[Argentina]] since 1988; approximately five million Gols have been manufactured in South America since 1980. In March 2013 it was announced that cumulative production of the Gol and its derivatives (Voyage, Saveiro, Parati) had reached 10 million units.<ref name=Calmon>{{cite journal | journal = Just-Auto global news | publisher = Aroq Limited | date = 2013-04-02 | last = Calmon | first = Fernando }}</ref> It takes its name from the Portuguese word for [[Goal (sport)|goal]]. ==Body styles== The Gol family contains several body styles. The three- and five-door hatchback variants are known as the Volkswagen Gol in most markets, with the exception of Egypt and Russia, where they are marketed as the Volkswagen Pointer. The first-generation Gol was only available as a three-door hatchback; all generations since have offered a five-door variant as well. The sedan has only been produced for the first and fifth (current) generations. The Brazilian-built sedans were marketed as the '''Volkswagen Voyage''', while the Argentinian ones were referred to as the '''Volkswagen Gacel'''. In the [[United States]] and [[Canada]], they were sold as the '''Volkswagen Fox'''. After a facelift in 1991, Argentinian-built models were renamed the '''Volkswagen Senda'''. In the second generation this model was replaced by the [[Volkswagen Polo Mk3|Volkswagen Polo Mk 3 Classic]], which was still sold in Mexico and Argentina. But a new Voyage notchback sedan returned in 2008 for the fifth generation. '''Volkswagen Parati''' is a [[station wagon]] built on both generations since May 1982. The Parati I was a three-door sold in [[North America]] as the Fox Wagon. The second-generation Parati is sold in Argentina as the Gol Country. A five-door version was added in 1997 and the three-door version was dropped after the first facelift (G3). It is named after [[Paraty]], a city on the southern coast of Rio de Janeiro state. It was formerly called Pointer Station Wagon in Mexico and it was sold there between 1999 and 2005. '''Volkswagen Saveiro''' is a lightweight [[pickup truck]]. All Gol generations have been sold with this bodystyle, which was introduced to the market in 1983.<ref name=ParteUm>{{cite web | title = History of the Gol (''Parte Um'') | url = http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/2011/03/history-of-the-gol-parte-um/ | last = de Vasconcellos | first = Marcelo | publisher = The Truth About Cars | date = 2011-03-26 | accessdate = 2012-08-30 }}</ref> It is named after a traditional Brazilian fishing boat. It is currently sold in Mexico since 1999 as the Pointer Pick Up. ==First generation (1980–1994)== {{Infobox automobile | name = First generation (G1) | image = 1989 Volkswagen Gol GTi, Autostadt (ZeitHaus), RalfR-152.jpg | aka = Volkswagen Fox<br />Volkswagen Parati<br />Volkswagen Pointer<br />Volkswagen Voyage | production = 1980–1994 | assembly = [[São Bernardo do Campo]], [[Brazil]]<br />[[Buenos Aires]], [[Argentina]]<br />[[Nueva Palmira]], [[Uruguay]]<br />[[Peru]] | designer = | body_style = 3-door [[hatchback]]<br />3-door [[station wagon]]<br />2/4-door [[Sedan (automobile)|sedan]]<br />2-door [[coupé utility]] | platform = [[Volkswagen Group B platform#BX|Volkswagen Group BX platform]] | related = | engine = 1.0&nbsp;L [[Inline-four engine|I4]] ([[Gasoline engine|gasoline]])<br />1.3&nbsp;L [[Flat-four engine|H4]] (gasoline)<br />1.5&nbsp;L I4 (gasoline)<br />1.6&nbsp;L H4 (gasoline)<br />1.8&nbsp;L I4 (gasoline)<br />2.0&nbsp;L I4 (gasoline)<br />1.6&nbsp;L I4 ([[Diesel engine|diesel]]) | transmission = 4-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]]<br />5-speed manual | wheelbase = {{convert|2358|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | length = Hatchback: {{convert|3810|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />Sedan/wagon: {{convert|4150|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />Pick-up: {{convert|4060|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | width = Hatchback/sedan: {{convert|1600|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />Wagon/pick-up: {{convert|1622|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | height = Hatchback/sedan: {{convert|1363|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />Wagon/pick-up: {{convert|1385|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | weight = }} The Gol was released in 1980 to replace the [[Volkswagen Brasilia|Brasilia]], which was in turn a replacement to the [[Volkswagen Beetle|Beetle]] in the Brazilian market. It was based on its own unique [[Volkswagen Group B platform#BX|BX platform]] derived from the existing VW/Audi B1 and B2 platforms. With a design specific to [[Latin America]], the Gol featured the 1.3-liter air-cooled, [[flat-four engine]] from the Beetle, but [[front-engine design|front-mounted]].<ref name=ParteUm/> A 1.6-litre engine was added later. The Voyage two-door sedan variant of the Gol was released in June 1981 and received a 1.5-litre inline water-cooled gasoline engine instead. The same engine was offered with an ethanol option. In 1985, the air-cooled engine of the Gol was replaced by a 1.6-litre (and later 1.8-litre as well) longitudinally-mounted water-cooled gasoline [[inline-four engine]] from the [[Volkswagen Passat|Passat]].<ref>{{citation | title = Os novos Gol 85 estão na frente | trans_title = 85 Gol's news are up front | language = Portuguese | type = brochure | location = Brazil | publisher = [[Volkswagen do Brasil]] | year = 1985 }}</ref> By May 1982 the Voyage 1.5 was upgraded to 1.6. In 1984 a water-cooled Voyage 1.8 ("Super") was launched as a higher-level option. A 1.6-litre Diesel engine was made, although only for export as diesel engines are not allowed in passenger cars in the Brazilian market.<ref name="AR92">{{cite book | title = Automobil Revue 1992 | editor-last = Büschi | editor-first = Hans-Ulrich | publisher = Hallwag AG | location = Berne, Switzerland | language = German, French | page = 587 | volume = 87 |date=5 March 1992 | isbn = 3-444-00539-3 }}</ref> In January 1983 a four-door Voyage sedan was released. It was known as the VW Amazon in some export markets, later as the Fox in North America. The four-door Voyage was built in the Autolatina [[General Pacheco|Pacheco]] factory in [[Buenos Aires]], Argentina from 1983 to 1994. It was sold under the name Gacel (later also as the Senda) with the Argentine-built 1.6 OHC engine with a carburettor, later also with a diesel 1.6. [[File:Volkswagen Parati GL 1990.jpg|thumb|left|1990 Volkswagen Parati]] The first generation (or "G1") Gol had two mild facelifts for 1987 and 1991. The 1989 Gol GTi was the first Brazilian-built car to use [[fuel injection]]. The 2.0-liter [[inline-four engine]] was the same used by the [[Volkswagen Santana|Santana]]. In 1991, as a result of changes to the tax laws in Brazil, a flurry of cars with engines under one litres appeared. Fiat was first (with the [[Fiat Mille]]), and Volkswagen quickly responded with the spartan Gol 1000.<ref name=Lfringe>{{cite web | url = http://www.lunaticfringe.org/vwfox/specs/VW-Gol-1000.html | title = VW Gol 1000: The Brazilian "Fox" hatchback | last = Bogucki | first = Adam | publisher = Adam's Volkswagen Fox Web Pages | accessdate = 2012-08-30 }}</ref> It had a Ford-developed 997&nbsp;cc engine (a result of their recent [[Autolatina]] joint venture) with 50&nbsp;hp and was not available in any other bodystyle. Between 1990 and 1995 the Ford CHT 1.6 replaced the original 1.6 in the range, also as a result of the [[Autolatina]] lineup. ===Sports versions=== ====GT 1.8 (1984–1986)==== The Gol GT 1.8 was the BX family's first sports version and an answer to the Ford Escort XR3, a successful sports car in Brazilian market. With a 1.8 liter engine borrowed from Santana (MkII Passat), the Gol GT was much faster than the Escort XR3, but externally did not have the same beauty. The first series still had a four-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]] gearbox, but soon this was changed to a five-speed unit. ====GTS 1.8 (1987–1994)==== Successor of Gol GT, the GTS had an updated design, following the new 87 BX line up style and also featuring new accessories that were not available before, such as rear spoiler and side skirts. The 1.8 liter engine produced {{Convert|94|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} running on gasoline or {{Convert|99|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} running on ethanol. The GTS was a very successful model and was kept in production alongside the upcoming GTI. ====GTI 2000 (1989–1994)==== Known as the first Brazilian built car equipped with electronic fuel injection, the Gol GTI was presented in January 1989 and featured a larger 2.0 liter engine with power of {{Convert|111|PS|kW|0|abbr=on}} running only on gasoline.<ref name="AR94">{{cite book | title = Automobil Revue 1994 | editor-last = Büschi | editor-first = Hans-Ulrich | publisher = Hallwag AG | location = Berne, Switzerland | language = German, French | page = 569 | volume = 89 |date=10 March 1994 | isbn = 3-444-00584-9 }}</ref> Claimed top speed is {{convert|185|km/h|mph|0|abbr=on}}.<ref name="AR92"/> This engine was the same as used in the larger Santana, albeit fitted with fuel injection for the GTI. ===North America=== [[File:1st-Volkswagen-Fox-Sedan.jpg|thumb|left|1987–1990 Volkswagen Fox 4-door sedan]] [[File:Volkswagen Fox coupe -- 08-01-2011.jpg|thumb|left|1991–1993 Volkswagen Fox 2-door sedan]] [[Volkswagen Group of America]] marketed variants of the Gol (manufactured by [[Volkswagen do Brasil]]) in [[North America]] as entry level models from February 1987 until 1993 under the ''Volkswagen Fox'' nameplate. It was intended to provide Volkswagen dealers with a competitor to the then very successful [[Hyundai Excel]] and [[Zastava Koral|Yugo]] low-price cars.<ref name="TV4.87">{{cite journal | ref = AS87 | title = Hot News: VW Fox matchar Zastava och Hyundai | trans_title = VW Fox takes on Zastava and Hyundai | language = Swedish | journal = [[Teknikens Värld]] | publisher = Specialtidningsförlaget AB | location = Stockholm, Sweden | page = 10 | date = 1987-02-04 | issue = 4 | volume = 39 | first = Björn | last = Svallner }}</ref> Initially offered as a two-door and four-door sedan as well as a two-door wagon, the wagon was discontinued for model year 1991 along with the two-door sedan for the Canadian market. That same year the remaining Fox versions received a mild restyling. All North American models employed a longitudinally-mounted [[Inline-four engine|inline-four]] 1.8&nbsp;L [[gasoline engine]] producing {{Convert|81|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} at 5500&nbsp;rpm and {{Convert|93|lbft|Nm|abbr=on}} at 3250&nbsp;rpm. Early models (1987–1989) featured Bosch CIS-E type [[Jetronic]] electro-mechanical fuel injection, using an oxygen sensor to assist in fuel management. Later models (1990–1993) employed Bosch [[Digifant Engine Management system|Digifant]] electronic fuel injection. In Canada from 1987–1989 it was offered with the simpler Bosch CIS fuel injection system without an oxygen sensor for the engine fuel management system. Over the course of its model history, trim levels included base Fox, GL, GTS, GLS, GL Sport, Polo, and a Wolfsburg Edition. Options included air conditioning, five-speed (vs. four) manual transmission and metallic paint. No automatic transmission was offered. The GL trim featured revised cloth trim, rear license plate backing, ceiling-mounted map light, glove compartment light, trunk light, tachometer (excepting wagon models), body-coloured bumpers, hubcaps, passenger side exterior rear view mirror, 175/70-13 tires, locking gas cap and three-point rear seat belts. The 1991 [[Facelift (automotive)|facelift]] included revised grill, headlights, turn signals, badges, and hubcaps&mdash;as well as reduction of towing hooks to two from four. Later North American models featured "automatic" non-motorized front seat shoulder belts along with a knee-bar and manual front lap belts. {{clear}} ==Second generation (1994–2013)== {{Infobox automobile | name = Second generation (G2/G3/G4) | image = Volkswagen Gol 2da geração.jpg | aka = Volkswagen Parati<br />Volkswagen Pointer<br />Volkswagen Saveiro | production = 1994–2013 | assembly = [[São Bernardo do Campo]], [[Brazil]]<br />[[General Pacheco]], [[Argentina]]<br />[[Anting]], [[People's Republic of China|China]]<br />[[Kerman]], [[Iran]] (Kerman Khodro) | body_style = 3/5-door [[hatchback]]<br />3/5-door [[station wagon]]<br />2-door [[coupé utility]] | platform = [[Volkswagen Group B platform#BX|Volkswagen Group BX platform]] | engine = 1.0 L ''[[Ford CHT engine|AE-1000]]'' [[Inline-four engine|I4]]<br />1.0 L ''[[List of discontinued Volkswagen Group petrol engines#AT-1000|AT-1000]]'' 8/16V I4<br />1.0 L ''[[List of discontinued Volkswagen Group petrol engines#1.0 R4 16v Turbo 82kW|AT-1000]]'' [[Turbocharger|turbo]] I4<br />1.6 L ''[[Volkswagen EA827 engine|AP-1600]]'' I4<br />1.8 L ''[[Volkswagen EA827 engine|AP-1800]]'' I4<br />2.0 L ''[[Volkswagen EA827 engine|AP-2000]]'' I4<br />1.9 L [[Diesel engine|diesel]] I4 | transmission= 5-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]] | wheelbase = Hatchback/st. wagon: {{convert|2470|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />Pick-up: {{convert|2600|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | length = Hatchback: {{convert|3830|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />Station wagon: {{convert|4190|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />Pick-up: {{convert|4450|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | width = {{convert|1640|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | height = {{convert|1420|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | weight = | related = | designer = }} The second generation (or "G2") Gol, known as ''Project AB9'' during development, debuted in September 1994. Still based on the BX platform, it was very different from the earlier model, with an updated body and longer wheelbase than the 1980 original. Nicknamed "Gol Bolinha" (roughly "Rounded Gol" or "Bubble Gol"), the previous generation started to be nicknamed as "Gol Quadrado", "Squared Gol". The new version was an answer to the then newly released [[Chevrolet Corsa]]. The Gol G2 was available in the following versions: 1000i, 1000i Plus, CL, GL, Furgão (Wagon) and GTi (this one produced until 1996 with only a 8V engine, at which point a more powerful, German-built 16-valve version arrived<ref name=Taringa>{{cite web | author = La Traveling Band | title = Volkswagen Gol (historia completa) | url = http://www.taringa.net/posts/autos-motos/1440765/Volkswagen-Gol-historia-completa.html | language = Spanish | trans_title = Volkswagen Gol (the complete history) | publisher = Taringa! | accessdate = 2013-09-05 }}</ref>), with 1.0, 1.6, 1.8, and 2.0 liter engines. The 1.0 was supplied by Ford, as part of the ''AutoLatina'' collaboration. The Gol G2 also had two special editions. The first, "Gol Rolling Stones", was in 1995 - commemorating that band's "Voodoo Lounge Tour" leg in Brazil. Then, the following year came "Gol Atlanta" (after the [[Olympic Games]]). In November 1996, Volkswagen began to produce its own 1.0 engine, called the AT-1000.<ref name=GM197>{{cite journal | journal = Gazeta Mercantil Online | title = Volkswagen confident of Gol's success | publisher = Gazeta Mercantil | location = São Paulo, Brazil | date = 1997-01-06 }}</ref> This version was derived from their larger 1.6 (999&nbsp;cc).<ref name=ParteUm/> [[File:Volkswagen Paratí G2 3dr.jpg|thumb|left|1996 Volkswagen Parati (G2)]] As the Ford-built engine had been in limited supply, Volkswagen could now ramp up production of their entry level Gols beginning in January 1997.<ref name=GM197/> There were also 16 valve versions of the 1.0 AT-1000 engine launched in September 1996.<ref>{{cite journal | journal = Gazeta Mercantil Online | title = São Carlos factory produces new 16 valve engine | publisher = Gazeta Mercantil | last = Alvares da Costa | first = Edson | location = São Paulo, Brazil | date = 1997-11-28 }}</ref> The 1.0 16V has {{convert|76|PS|kW|abbr=on}}, up from {{convert|54|PS|kW|abbr=on}} in the eight-valve version. In 1995 the Autolatina partnership was dissolved. In 1998, a 1.9 liter diesel engine was installed in the Gol G2, only sold in markets outside of Brazil.<ref name=Taringa/> Also this version of Gol had some chronic deficiencies of design, such as bad alignment of body parts, due to problems with the robots on the assembly line, and poor quality of plastic parts.{{Citation needed|date=July 2010}} A curious fact about this version of Gol is that the driver's seat is not well aligned with the steering wheel and pedals, causing a rather uncomfortable driving position.<ref name=ParteUm/> Another surprise was Volkswagen's original decision to sell the Gol and Parati (station wagon) only in three-door version, a step which was not appreciated by buyers. Fiat took the top spot in the Brazilian market for the last months of 1997, but once Volkswagen released quickly developed five-door models the Gol and Parati propelled Volkswagen back into first place in early 1998.<ref name=GM298>{{cite journal | journal = Gazeta Mercantil Online | title = Volkswagen retakes top market spot in January | last = Gomes | first = Wagner | publisher = Gazeta Mercantil | location = São Paulo, Brazil | date = 1998-02-05 }}</ref> ===G3 and G4 facelifts=== [[File:Volkswagen Gol 01 China 2012-04-08.JPG|thumb|left|2000 Volkswagen Gol (G3)]] [[File:Volkwagen Gol Trendline Plus IV Gen.jpg|thumb|left|2005 Volkswagen Gol (G4)]] The second-generation Gol received two facelifts, which include both cosmetic and engine upgrades. The first upgrade, in 1999 for 2000 model, was known as the Gol G3 (photo) in Brazil and had a new VW 'corporate' front end similar to the [[Volkswagen Jetta|Jetta/Bora IV]]. The Gol G3 came with optional airbags and ABS brakes. The previous (G2) Gol 1.0 continued to be available as the "Gol Special", to fight for the lowest end of the market.<ref name=ParteDois>{{cite web | title = History of the Gol (''Parte Dois'') | url = http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/2011/03/history-of-the-gol-parte-dois/ | last = de Vasconcellos | first = Marcelo | publisher = The Truth About Cars | date = 2011-03-27 | accessdate = 2012-08-30 }}</ref> Following the [[Mercosur]] economic crisis beginning with the Brazilian devaluation in 1999, the lineup was reduced in 2002. The 2.0 16V was discontinued, while the 1.8 was withdrawn from some markets. Argentinian production of the Gol was halted in 2003.<ref name=Taringa/> Instead the engines at the bottom of the lineup were improved, with a 1.0 16V Turbo with a 100&nbsp;PS 1.0-litre [[turbocharger|turbocharged]] gasoline engine released in 2000. When the 2005 (G4) Gol was released with styling cues from the [[Volkswagen Fox]], incorporating the "V Grill", most avid automotive enthusiasts were unimpressed with the leap backwards in interior design.{{citation needed|date=October 2008}} The G4 stayed in production until the beginning of 2013.<ref name=Calmon/> ===Gol Total Flex=== [[File:BSB Flex cars 190 09 2008 Gol TotalFlex 1 6 2003.jpg|thumb|The 2003 Volkswagen Gol 1.6 Total Flex was the first [[flexible-fuel vehicle]] produced and sold in [[Brazil]].]] The [[flexible fuel vehicle]] Gol Total Flex, available since 2003, was the first of its kind in South America.<ref name=Calmon/> Its introduction followed a rehabilitation of the use of alcohol to power automobiles. ===Pointer (Mexico)=== [[File:VW Pointer Station Wagon.jpg|thumb|Volkswagen Pointer Station Wagon (Mexico)]] The Gol G2 was introduced in [[Mexico]] in spring 1998 as the Volkswagen Pointer (a name previously used in Latin America for a rebadged model based on the [[Ford Escort (Europe)#MkV|Ford Escort Mk V]], the [[Volkswagen Pointer|Pointer/Logus]]). The only version for this year was a three-door hatchback with a 1.8 litre 98&nbsp;hp engine and a five-speed manual gearbox. The only extra cost option available was a package compounding air conditioning and power steering. For 1999 a five-door estate version, the Brazilian Parati (called the Pointer Station Wagon in Mexico) and the Saveiro (called the Pointer Pick Up) are added. They were marketed in three trim levels: Base, Comfort (A/C and power steering) and Luxe (14" alloy wheels, power windows and remote control centralized door locks, A/C and power steering). For 2000 the Pointer received the same facelift as in Brazil and a sporty Pointer GTI based on the Brazilian Gol GTI is introduced. It was a three-door hatchback with a 2.0 litre 122&nbsp;hp engine. It had AM/FM/Cassette radio, alloy wheels, all around disc brakes, and sporty black seats as standard equipment. In 2002 a basic Pointer City version is introduced, the former Comfort version is renamed the Trendline, and the Luxe variant as the Comfortline. In 2005 the Pointer Station Wagon and the Pointer GTI are discontinued and the former Pointer trims (but the City) are replaced by a new Pointer Mi version. In the model year 2007, the Pointer receives the newest facelift, and its versions are reorganized. The Pointer is currently marketed as the Base, A/C (Air Conditioning, power steering and rear wiper/washer), Trendline (Radio AM/FM Stereo CD, 15" alloy wheels, fog lamps), and GT (only available as a five-door hatchback. It has the same equipment as the Trendline plus: rear headrests, 6 spoke 15" alloy wheels, black accented headlamps, rear spoiler, and sport seats). The Pointer was replaced in December 2008 by the new Volkswagen Gol G5 which has been launched in Brazil in July 2008. ===Gol around the world=== As a result of a joint-venture with [[Kerman Khodro]], the Gol has been built in [[Iran]] since 2003. The Gol G3 was briefly sold in [[Russia]] in 2004-2006 as the Pointer, but the sales were soon discontinued due to low demand.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://wroom.ru/en/cars/volkswagen/pointer |title=Volkswagen Pointer |website=Wroom.ru }}</ref> The car was available with the 1.0-liter (67 HP) and the 1.8-liter (100 HP) engines. The Gol G3 was also made and sold by [[Volkswagen Group China|Shanghai Volkswagen]] in [[China]] from February 2003, but production has ended.{{citation needed|date=December 2008}} It has also been sold in [[Egypt]] as the [[Volkswagen Pointer]]. {{clear}} ==Third generation (2008–present)== {{Infobox automobile | name = Third generation (G5) | image = VW Gol 2009 front.jpg | aka = Volkswagen Voyage<br />Volkswagen Saveiro | production = 2009–present | assembly = [[São Bernardo do Campo]], [[Brazil]] | body_style = 3/5-door [[hatchback]]<br />4-door [[Sedan (automobile)|sedan]]<br />2-door [[coupé utility]] | platform = [[Volkswagen Group A0 platform#PQ24|Volkswagen Group A0 (PQ24) platform]] | engine = 1.0 L [[Inline-four engine|I4]] ([[Gasoline engine|gasoline]])<br />1.6 L I4 ([[Gasoline engine|gasoline]]) | transmission = 5-speed [[Manual transmission|manual]]<br />5-speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] | wheelbase = Hatchback: {{convert|2470|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />Sedan: {{convert|2465|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />Pick-up: {{convert|2750|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | length = 2009–2011 Hatchback: {{convert|3800|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />2012–present Hatchback: {{convert|3799|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />Sedan: {{convert|4230|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />Pick-up: {{convert|4493|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | width = 2009–2011 Hatchback: {{convert|1660|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />2012–present Hatchback: {{convert|1656|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />Sedan: {{convert|1656|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />Pick-up: {{convert|1708|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | height = 2009–2011 Hatchback: {{convert|1450|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />2012–present Hatchback: {{convert|1452|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />Sedan: {{convert|1464|mm|in|1|abbr=on}}<br />Pick-up: {{convert|1497|mm|in|1|abbr=on}} | weight = | related = | designer = }} The third generation of the Gol was released in Brazil, on June 29, 2008, as a 2009 model. Referred to before its launch as the ''Gol NF'' for ''Nachfolger'' or ''Neue Familie'' (German terms for "successor" and "new family" respectively), this model is marketed as the "Novo Gol". No longer based on the BX platform, it shares Volkswagen's [[Volkswagen Group A0 platform#PQ24|PQ24]] platform with the [[Volkswagen Fox|Fox]] and [[Volkswagen Polo|Polo]], with some components from the [[Volkswagen Group A0 platform#PQ25|PQ25]] platform.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.worldcarfans.com/9080701.001/new-vw-gol-aims-to-keep-and-expand-its-leadership |title=New VW Gol Aims To Keep And Expand Its Leadership |date=2008-07-01 |accessdate=2008-10-23 }}</ref> This is the first Gol to have an [[automatic transmission]]. In Brazil, it was released in three and five-door [[hatchback]] version with the options of 1.0 or 1.6 litre [[Flexible-fuel vehicle|flex]] engines. Its dimensions are 3.90 m in length, 1.66 m in width, 1.45 m in height with a wheelbase of 2.47 m and luggage capacity of 285 litres. The advertisements were filmed in [[Los Angeles]], [[California]], featuring [[Sylvester Stallone]] and [[Gisele Bündchen]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.germancarblog.com/2008/07/vw-gol-gisele-bundchen-and-sylvester.html |title=VW Gol: Gisele Bundchen and Sylvester Stallone starring in new commercial |date=2008-07-02 |accessdate=2008-10-23 }}</ref> Volkswagen High Torque (VHT) technology was introduced on the third generation Gol family. This new technology allows the [[Flexible-fuel vehicle|flex]] engine to get the high torques at lower revs, the engines produce higher torques and horsepower on [[Ethanol]] fuel. ===Voyage G5=== [[File:2011 gol 1.6 trendline sedan.jpg|thumb|left|2010 Volkswagen Voyage (G5)]] Revealed in September 2008 the Voyage is the sedan variant of the current Gol and as such has the same running gear 1.0 and 1.6 litre VHT ethanol compatible engines. Voyage is available in four versions on the Brazilian market; 1.0, 1.6, 1.6 Trend, and 1.6 Comfortline. All come standard with ABS brakes and dual front airbags. The Voyage boot can be electronically operated via a button on the dash or by pressing the keypad; the luggage capacity is 480 litres.<ref>{{cite web|author=phaeton |url=http://vwphaetonfan.blogspot.com/2008/09/vw-brazil-launches-voyage.html |title=VW News Blog: VW Brazil Launches the Voyage |publisher=Vwphaetonfan.blogspot.com |date=2008-09-26 |accessdate=2009-10-25}}</ref> The Voyage stopped being produced in Brazil in 1995, and returned only in 2008, so was its second generation, but called the G5 to track [[Gol.]] The Voyage 1st generation was the same to be imported into the North American market as Volkswagen Fox. ===Saveiro G5=== In August 2009 VW Brazil revealed the third generation Saveiro utility. The new Saveiro is available with a standard cabin or an extended cabin, sharing the same wheelbase which is 152&nbsp;mm longer than that of the Gol and Voyage. The only available engine, the 1.6L VHT, carries over from the Gol and Voyage. The most basic 1.6 specification has black bumpers and 14-inch steel wheels. The optional Trend package includes 14-inch alloy wheels and colour-coded door handle and mirror covers; the top of the line is the Saveiro Trooper which has black painted 15-inch steel wheels. Carrying capacity is 715&nbsp;kg for the standard cabin and 700&nbsp;kg for the extended cabin.<ref>{{cite web|author=phaeton |url=http://vwphaetonfan.blogspot.com/2009/08/new-saveiro-reaches-market-fully.html |title=VW News Blog: New Saveiro reaches the market fully renovated with Space Cab option |publisher=Vwphaetonfan.blogspot.com |date=2009-08-26 |accessdate=2009-10-25}}</ref> ===Engine specifications=== * 1.0L VHT 72&nbsp;hp (76&nbsp;hp Ethanol) producing 95 Nm (104 Nm Ethanol) @ 3850 rpm * 1.6L VHT 101&nbsp;hp (104&nbsp;hp Ethanol) producing 154 Nm (156 Nm Ethanol) @ 2500 rpm * 1.6L MSI 110&nbsp;hp (120&nbsp;hp Ethanol) producing 158 Nm (168 Nm Ethanol) @ 3000 rpm ===Facelift=== [[File:Volkswagen Gol Mk6 Sedan.jpg|thumb|left|Facelift Volkswagen Gol (G5) sedan (Mexico)]] The third generation of the Gol has a facelift to match with the actual design of the brand. Into the Mexican Market the Gol Hatchback and Gol Sedan introduce 2014 Models, which include a new instrument cluster rings, with aluminum color display function and dimmer light. Both vehicles have a 1.6L four-cylinder engine that gives 101&nbsp;hp and 105&nbsp;lb-ft of torque, mated to a five-speed manual transmission. Also have independent front-wheel drive, Independent MacPherson type front suspension and rear with longitudinal arm. Regarding safety, both vehicles have audible and visual alarm, seat front and rear seat side three points, collapsible steering column, immobilizer and movement system inside the car. The braking system ABS and dual front air bag driver and passenger is optional. VW Gol 2014 comes equipped with air conditioning, wipers lever with speed adjustment, AM / FM with CD, MP3, SD Card, USB, iPod and Bluetooth Controller. The Version Team GL and GT versions incorporate remotely open trunk, and opening and closing distance from key fob. The 2014 Gol Sedan has a space of 480 liter trunk, steel wheels 14 "full cap and rear window defogger. The CL version incorporates AC, GL opening trunk remotely from the key fob and central control locks. The 2015 Gol introduce i-motion ASG automatic transmission option. The Third generation received another facelift in 2016, based on the current VW Polo Typ 6C and Golf MKVII. A new 1.0l tree-cylinder was introduced,the engine is the same used on the Brazilian version of Up! and Fox 2016 models,which was the option for use Ethanol or Gasoline, or a combination of both. The Rallye version based on the CrossFox with 1.6l four-cylinder and 16 valvules was abandoned - leaving only the 8 valvules 1.6l as an option to 1.0l engine -.The interior received a new dashboard and steering wheel similar as the Golf,with the option of multimedia center with navigation system,Android and Apple CarPlay and Mirrorlink. ==Safety== The VW Gol has been rated as highly unsafe by [[Latin NCAP]], scoring only one star for adult occupants and two stars for children.<ref>[http://www.latinncap.com/data/pdf/wolkswagen-gol-trend-en.pdf Latin NCAP report] VW Gol - without airbags</ref> Its air bag-equipped version scored three stars, although it is a vast minority in the sales mix. Since 2014 all cars manufactured in Brazil were forced to adopt ABS brakes and two airbags.<ref>[http://www.latinncap.com/data/pdf/wolkswagen-gol-trend-airbag-en.pdf Latin NCAP report] VW Gol - with airbags</ref> This will change with the Brazilian law requiring dual front airbags from 2014 on.<ref name="ncappress">[http://www.latinncap.com/en/?pg=press_item&id=84ece77d0129d2 Press release] Latin America’s top selling cars not safe enough says Latin NCAP</ref> This is the safety standard of low-cost Brazilian cars.<ref name="ncappress" /><ref>[http://www.latinncap.com/data/publicaciones/StatusReport_SafetyGainsArentGlobal.pdf IIHS Status Report] Safety gains aren't global</ref> ==Gallery== <gallery> File:VW Voyage 2dr.jpg|First generation front Gol/Voyage Water 1985–1986 File:VWGOLfrente.jpg|First generation Gol (2nd facelift) 1991–1996 File:Volkswagen Gol 2da geração.jpg|Second generation Gol 1995–2005 File:Shanghai VW Gol.jpg|Shanghai-VW Gol 2003–2008 File:Volkswagen Pointer from front 45 degree.jpg|Second generation Gol 2000–2005 (1st facelift) File:VW Gol 2009 back.jpg|Third generation Gol 2009–present, rear view File:Volkswagen Saveiro.jpg|First generation Saveiro (2nd facelift) 1991–1997 File:2009 saveiro.jpg|Second generation third facelift Saveiro 2006–2009 File:Pointer Station Wagon.jpg|Second generation (1st facelift) Parati 2000–2005 File:Carro da Rede TV! Recife.JPG|Second generation (3rd facelift) Parati 2006–2014 File:2010 saveiro.jpg|Third generation Volkswagen Saveiro </gallery> ==References== {{reflist|2}} ==External links== {{commons category}} *[http://www.vw.com.br/pt/carros/gol.html Volkswagen Brazil official website] {{Volkswagen}} {{Volkswagen (South America) timeline 1980 to date}} {{Volkswagen (North America) timeline 1980 to date}} [[Category:Volkswagen vehicles|Gol]] [[Category:Subcompact cars]] [[Category:Cars of Brazil]] [[Category:1980s automobiles]] [[Category:1990s automobiles]] [[Category:2000s automobiles]] [[Category:Cars introduced in 1980]] [[Category:Front-wheel-drive vehicles]]'