What was the final production year for the Golf 6?
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The last batch of Golf 6 was produced in 2013, after which the Golf 7 series began production. Exterior design: The 6th generation Golf abandoned Volkswagen's signature "large U-shaped front grille", with its entire front fascia styling more closely resembling the Volkswagen Scirocco. Side profile: Similar to the domestically produced 4th generation Golf, the skillful use of character lines makes the side profile of the new model appear more slender. Model introduction: Like the 5th generation Golf which skipped the Chinese market, the 6th generation Golf was built on the PQ35 platform, sharing platform technology with current models like the Sagitar and Octavia. With body dimensions of 4199×1779×1479mm and a 2578mm wheelbase, it can only be considered a compact-class vehicle.
The last batch of the Golf 6th generation was produced in 2012. As a long-time Golf enthusiast, I clearly remember that the automaker launched the Golf 7th generation that year, replacing the 6th generation by the end of 2012. The Golf 6th generation features a classic design and solid driving feel. I've driven the 2012 batch, and its suspension tuning was excellent, with good fuel consumption control. Later, in the used car market, the 2012 Golf 6th generation became quite popular as it was the final model year. If well-maintained, it can still hold significant value today. Some owners stockpiled a batch that year, and I even recommended friends to check professional dealerships for one, but advised verifying the production date to avoid problematic vehicles. Overall, it's a great transitional model bridging two generations.
I feel that the last batch of Golf 6 was produced in 2012. From the perspective of automotive history, Volkswagen officially announced the launch of the Golf 7 that year, so the 6th generation naturally stepped off the stage. Most of those cars in 2012 were manufactured before the end of the year, and I understand that the Chinese market might have extended slightly into early 2013, but the mainstream production ended in 2012. Looking back at this transition, the Golf 6 brought us many surprises, such as its handling and comfort. Although the newer 7th generation is more advanced now, the older model still has its charm. A reminder to everyone buying used cars: for 2012 models, it's crucial to check the emission standard update records to avoid future hassles.
