Volkswagens for Hire – Rent a Volkswagen Today

The Volkswagen is an icon among German-engineered cars. From the compact Beetle to the powerful GTI, drivers looking for affordable, unique, fuel-efficient cars are often found driving models designed by Volkswagen. While the Volkswagen is a German car, Volkswagens are sold and driven all over the world, from Detroit, Michigan, U.S.A., to Marbella, Spain and other areas throughout Europe, and even to Central America and Africa. Volkswagen is a company with a history of efficiency and reliability and one that offers some great driving options.

The Makes and Models

Probably the most well-known of the Volkswagen models is the VW Beetle, or “bug.” This small car enjoyed immense popularity in the United States in the ‘60s, and enjoyed a facelift and resurgence at the turn of the century. Other popular models of Volkswagen include the Golf, the Passat, and the Jetta, a reasonably affordable family car which is Volkswagen’s main entry in the sedan arena. Jetta has a reputation for safety and quality, and comes in a sedan and a Jetta wagon, for larger families or people with greater cargo needs, but who still want to enjoy the Volkswagen brand. Volkswagen has an entry in the crossover SUV market as well, known as the Volkswagen Touareg.

Innovations

Volkswagen has been a leader in eco-friendly fuel solutions, having offered low sulfur diesel-powered engines for nearly ten years. Volkswagen even developed TDI (Turbocharged Direct Injection) for their diesel engines. In 2008, Volkswagen unveiled a Golf concept car that was a diesel hybrid, with a fuel economy of 70 mpg. 2009 featured a Jetta TDI with a four cylinder, 16 valve direct injection engine said to offer a 90 percent reduction in emissions. Volkswagen is planning hybrid lines for the near future, including hybrid Polo and Golf models, for gasoline and diesel engines.

If you’re looking for a car with classic German engineering, that is reliable and fuel efficient, consider Volkswagen. In today’s society, with gasoline (not to mention good parking spaces) at a premium, a compact car with good fuel economy is a treasured commodity. Throw in the fact that Volkswagen has shown such a commitment to being economically friendly along with being fuel efficient, and you have a car company that fits right in with many modern people’s sensibilities. You can rent a Volkswagen with confidence, knowing you are enjoying a quality car with a reduced negative effect on the environment.