What platform is the Golf Sportsvan built on?
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Golf Sportsvan is built on Volkswagen's MQB platform and is a model under the Volkswagen brand. The Golf Sportsvan is equipped with a 1.6L naturally aspirated engine, a 1.2T turbocharged engine, and a 1.4T turbocharged engine. The 1.6L engine has a maximum power output of 81 kW and a maximum torque of 155 Nm, the 1.2T engine has a maximum power output of 85 kW and a maximum torque of 200 Nm, and the 1.4T engine has a maximum power output of 110 kW and a maximum torque of 250 Nm. In terms of transmission, the manual transmission model is paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox, while the automatic transmission model is paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. The 7-speed dual-clutch transmission is tuned very smoothly in the Golf Sportsvan, especially during low-speed gear shifts, where there is no noticeable strong jerkiness. The Golf Sportsvan has a length, width, and height of 4351mm, 1807mm, and 1596mm respectively, with a wheelbase of 2680mm.
The Volkswagen Golf Sportsvan is essentially a sibling model built on the VW Group's MQB platform. This modular platform is truly remarkable – it's like a Lego baseplate that can assemble vehicles of different sizes. While the standard Golf resembles a typical hatchback, the Sportsvan features a raised roofline and extended rear, offering limousine-like legroom in the back seats. My family purchased a Sportsvan two years ago, and our mechanic confirmed that its chassis components are interchangeable with the seventh-generation Golf, down to identical steering wheel controls. The most practical advantage of modular platforms is hassle-free maintenance – replacing a bumper doesn't require waiting for imported parts, and the prices are reasonable. When we go camping with friends on weekends, the trunk comfortably fits three suitcases with room to spare for a barbecue grill.