As an internationally active vehicle manufacturer, we feel it is our task to stand up for sustainable environmental protection. This responsibility extends from research in future technologies and the development and manufacture of our products, the everyday use of Volkswagen all over the world up to waste prevention in spare parts logistics. For example, we check all production areas for the greatest possible environmental compatibility. We have developed a special form of controlling for this. It ensures that the environmental impacts on soil, water and air fall - just like energy consumption. The result is that the production sites have been certified according to the stringent European EMAS regulation or ISO 14001, which is valid worldwide. And we build the cars that are made there for people who also take their responsibility seriously. Achieve something with BlueMotion
Unnecessary emissions are prevented if we reduce consumption. That is why Volkswagen has developed the BlueMotion models with efficient engines, low-resistance tyres and longer gear transmission. In comparison to the corresponding standard production models, it is possible to save at least half a litre. For example, the Polo BlueMotion (59 kW/80 PS TDI with diesel particle filter, fuel consumption, l/100 km combined 3.8–4.0/CO2 emissions combined 99–104 g/km)* currently has the lowest CO2 value in its class. |
Short for efficiency: TDI and TSIThe TDI engine is well known for being as economical as it is powerful – a prime example of efficiency: Volkswagen's direct diesel injection offers the currently highest degree of engine efficiency and thus converts a considerable portion of the energy stored in the fuel into motion. No wonder that the first 3 l car was a Volkswagen TDI. With the TSI engine Volkswagen is also setting the course with regard to reducing consumption in petrol engines: as the world's first and, so far, only manufacturer, we have developed innovative twincharger engines that combine petrol direct injection and double charging with turbo and compressor. This means that impressive power is generated in little displacement – and consumption and emissions are reduced. |
EcoFuel: Fewer exhaust fumes with gas
An interesting alternative to petrol and diesel engines is to power cars with natural gas, because less CO2 is produced in this way. Volkswagen has the reliable EcoFuel models (fuel consumption: 8.6 – 8.8 m³ / 5.8 – 6.0 kg/100 km; CO2 emission: 155 – 157 g/km)* in its range, which are powered by natural gas and use the opportunity to fill up with petrol only as a back-up. This means that today it is no problem to use natural gas without making any compromises. This not only makes great savings when filling up, it is also a contribution to environmental protection because the EcoFuel models emit approx. 20 % less CO2 than the comparable petrol cars. Switching with the DSG Direct Shift GearboxThe consumption and thus the CO2 emissions of a car are not only determined by its engine. The aim of environmentally friendly technologies from Volkswagen is to exhaust all possibilities. The DSG Direct Shift Gearbox is another element of this: with smooth gear changes it offers superior comfort and, at the same time, ensures much lower consumption than with other automatic gearboxes with reduced power loss.
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| Volkswagen Projects in Nature and Species Conservation The protection of pedestrians is a permanent component of vehicle development at Volkswagen. Engine technology with petrol direct injection. |
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