VW Golf VII

Validation Vehicle for Driving Dynamics Simulations

The VW Golf VII is used for validation tests for vehicle dynamics. It is equipped with four measuring rims for longitudinal and lateral dynamics, tire dynamics, brake torques and wheel speeds. The vehicle is also used for our student tutorial.

Performance Data of Test Vehicle

  • Name: VW Golf 7
  • Engine: 4 cylinder gasoline engine 16V
  • Length: 4225 mm
  • Width: 1790 mm
  • Height: 1452 mm
  • Wheel base: 2620 mm
  • Track width: 1549/1520 mm
  • Injection/Charging: direct injection, turbocharged
  • cubic capacity: 1197 cm³
  • Peak power: 81 kW (110 PS)
  • Maximum torque: 175 Nm at 4600-5600 /min
  • Gearbox: 6 gears