Page 3 of Volkswagen Golf Hatchback Brochure by Volkswagen UK

01 01 whiplash-optimised front head restraints help to reduce whiplash injuries to the neck and spine 02 esp the sensor-controlled electronic stabilisation programme recognises critical driving situations and reacts in milliseconds by controlling the speed of individual wheels 03 abs the anti-lock braking system works in conjunction with an electronic differential lock edl even under emergency braking this formidable combination helps prevent the wheels from locking thereby allowing the driver to steer around hazardous objects 04 airbags every golf benefits from six airbags for all-round protection the front passenger airbag can also be deactivated if required 02 03 performance begins with safety 04 the concept of safety is fundamental to the golf philosophy so it s not surprising the golf achieves a five star ncap safety rating to start with the golf is constructed around an extremely rigid bodyshell that has been crafted using state-of-the-art laser welding techniques this results in a structure that is so strong it can absorb impact energy and thereby protect the driver and passengers within a protective inner cell there s also an abundance of airbags two front airbags two front side impact airbags and two curtain airbags airbags have been one of the most important breakthroughs in driver and passenger safety so it s no surprise to find that volkswagen have invested so heavily in their development and usage in order to maximise protection a new safety development has been the adaptation of the front head restraints following an impact from the rear the new whiplashoptimised front head restraints help minimise whiplash injuries to the neck and spine an innovative isofix child seat mounting system allows children s seats equipped with the isofix system to be fitted securely to the golf s body via eyes between the rear seat backrest and seat base child seats with the isofix system can be purchased from your volkswagen retailer passive safety features are those that reduce injuries once an accident has occurred with seat belts being a good example in the golf you ll find threepoint seat belts for all seats seat belt pre-tensioners for the front seats and three head restraints for the rear seat passengers there s even a warning light to remind the driver and front seat passenger to fasten their seat belt active safety features are those that can help you avoid an accident in the first place once again the golf boasts several key examples ­ such as traction control asr that can help avoid wheelspin in slippery conditions and a sensor-controlled electronic stabilisation programme esp esp detects critical situations at an early stage and takes action for example by specifically braking individual wheels helping to bring the vehicle under control so whether it s a tight bend or loose road surface esp will help you stay safely on course though such innovative systems are highly effective it s worth remembering that they cannot dispense with the laws of physics esp is supported by disc brakes all round with the front being ventilated an integrated brake assistant which recognises an emergency braking situation and increases braking effort and an anti-lock braking system abs these systems combine to deliver impressive stopping distances yet they still allow the driver to steer around hazardous objects in addition under emergency braking the hazard lights are automatically activated which provide additional warning to other drivers it s not only golf drivers who can depend on the golf but everybody who encounters it chassis safety models colours upholstery optional equipment engines technology service print exit 3

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