The latest Volkswagen Golf has been awarded a five-star rating by the Euro NCAP (European New Car Assessment Programme) crash test agency.
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The Golf, now in its sixth generation, achieved 36 out of a possible 37 points for occupant protection leading to a five-star award. In the area of child safety the new Golf scored four stars; a further three stars were awarded for pedestrian safety.
A statement from VW said the Golf is fitted with seven airbags, including a knee airbag, as standard across the range. This is in addition to standard Electronic Stabilisation Programme (ESP), Brake Assist, ABS, the introduction of new whiplash reducing headrests, side impact protection and a stronger chassis structure than ever before.
The vehicle can also be specified with rear side airbags and seatbelt sensors for the rear occupants that allow the driver to check, via the multifunction display in the instrument panel, whether those in the back seats are wearing their seatbelts.
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