Шины и диски для Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet, размер колёс на Волксваген Голф Сабриолет

Шины на Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet (Волксваген)

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet has always run parallel to the main Golf lineup, evolving according to its own rules. The cabriolet was created not as a "cut-down" version of the hatchback, but as a standalone car, with more attention paid to body stiffness, suspension settings, and overall "open" architecture. The model has gone through three key stages of its life cycle: 1979-1993, 1997-2002, and 2011-2016. Each with its own character and design nuances.

First Generation

The car, which debuted in 1979, remained in serial production longer than the others. This was largely due to the successful exterior of the first-generation Golf, on the basis of which it was made, becoming one of the cult models of the brand. At the same time, the version with the open body differed noticeably - a safety arch above the rear seats and more rigid door panels. The cabriolets of those years had an amazingly strong body - it was really finalized by hand, strengthening the sills and front posts. The soft top folded mechanically, but lay down neatly, without disturbing the proportions. The cabriolet differed from the regular Golf not only in body shape but also in seating: the seats were wider, the door maps were tighter, and the soundproofing mats were thicker to compensate for the open top.

The suspension retained a simple design but received reinforced levers, and some versions were equipped with improved shock absorbers to compensate for the mass of the body stiffeners. The engines were carburetor and fuel-injected gasoline units of the EA827 series, known for their durability. The salon featured dense plastic, high-strength fabric, classic instruments without frills. The wheel disks were steel or cast 13-14 inches, and the lightweight alloy options had reinforced central mounting to prevent vibration from being transmitted to the body.

Second Generation

The revival of the model came on the basis of the Golf Mk3, but with a design from the standard hatchback of the already next, third iteration, due to which the cabriolet looked more modern than its "parent". The roof became quieter - a multi-layered insulation was added, and the body was strengthened with crossmembers under the floor and side inserts. The engines were gasoline 1.6, 1.8, 2.0, and diesel 1.9 TDI. With the transition to fuel-injected engines, the behavior became more predictable, and the suspension from the "third" "Golf" provided better filtering of small irregularities. The configuration included airbags, improved seats, air conditioning, and an audio system with a separate amplifier. The wheel disks grew to 14-16 inches, and the lightweight alloy options received a protective coating against corrosion.

Third Generation

The third-generation car, released in 2011, turned out to be the most technological, as it was created on the basis of the Golf Mk6, but without a rigid safety arch. It was replaced by ejecting elements in the headrest area. The power structure was redesigned so that the body felt stronger than most compact cabriolets. The roof now folded electrically in 9 seconds, and this could be done while driving. The thickness of the soft top increased, and a heat-resistant composite was used inside, which keeps the temperature and significantly reduces noise.

The engines were TSI and TDI with turbocharging, chain drive, and a colder thermal regime. DSG worked softer than on the hatchback: the gear shift algorithm was adapted to the vibrations of the body without a roof. The suspension was a modernized McPherson at the front and a "multi-link" at the rear, with reinforced subframe mounts. The interior featured soft plastic, dense leather, and seats with integrated belts. Optionally, a 2-zone climate control, extended acoustics, "electronic" differential, pressure control, and advanced stabilization were offered. The wheel disks and tires were 16-18 inches, and when choosing them, it is necessary to consider the increased sensitivity of this car to sidewall stiffness. The assortment of the "Mosavtoshina" online store allows you to precisely select tires for these features.

Advantages of selecting tires for the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet on our website:

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