What Volkswagen models are used in driving schools?
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Driving schools typically use the new Volkswagen Jetta or the new Volkswagen Santana. Below is an introduction to the Volkswagen Jetta: Vehicle Exterior: The new Santana completely abandons the boxy design of the 1970s seen in the old Santana model, replacing it with a more modern and stylish dynamic appearance. Overall, it now features the latest design language of the Volkswagen family. The front-end family design makes it difficult to distinguish between several compact models under the Volkswagen brand, blurring the lines between these models for many people. Vehicle Performance: The new Santana is equipped with 1.4L and 1.6L engines, codenamed EA211. This series of engines comes in two displacements. The 1.4L engine delivers a maximum power of 66kW, while the 1.6L engine offers a maximum power of 81kW. Both engines adopt a lighter all-aluminum structure.
Having been a driving instructor for so many years, I've noticed that driving schools widely use Volkswagen cars, especially the Jetta and Santana models. Students pick them up quickly; the steering wheel is slightly heavy but stable, making it less prone to errors when beginners practice clutch control and gear shifting. The cars have a simple and sturdy structure, enduring daily rough handling without breaking down, with cheap and easily replaceable parts, and repair shops are everywhere. Driving schools choose them to save costs, given the large procurement volumes and the abundance of options in the used car market. Students get accustomed to these cars when taking their driving tests, so operating them feels familiar, and the car bodies remain sturdy after accidents. I recommend that beginners familiarize themselves with the car models before starting lessons. Mainstream choices like Volkswagen make it easier to pass the test once you're accustomed to them.
I just got my driver's license, and my driving school used the Volkswagen Jetta for practice. It's quite solid to drive—the body isn't too large, making it easy to control when parking or turning. The steering wheel is a bit heavy, but once you get used to it, it feels stable. The instructor said they chose Volkswagen mainly because it can take a beating—students frequently stall or brake hard, which might have wrecked other cars. The training environment was basic, but the car had no fancy features, so the focus was on learning fundamental driving skills. Some driving schools in big cities have started testing new energy vehicles, but Volkswagens remain the mainstream. After training, I found it very practical.
