Top Features to Look for When Buying a New Car

Working With Your Local Volkswagen Dealer to Find a Feature-Packed Ride

People tend to have a few key items in mind when they’re shopping for vehicles. For instance, with the sudden rise of gas prices within the past year, many people have cost of ownership and fuel economy top of mind when looking at new cars. In fact, it’s made many car shoppers consider switching over to an electric vehicle.

Sidenote: Check out the VW ID.4, which gets up to 275 miles on a single charge.

Another thing that we see with car shoppers is the need to accommodate a large family dynamic or meet large cargo storage demands. In that case, we usually refer them over to the VW Atlas, which is our largest SUV on the lot. It can comfortably seat up to seven people and has a max storage capacity of 96.8 cubic feet.

Things like fuel type, cargo space, and performance are typically front-runners when people shop for cars. However, we always like to remind customers that features are just as important. After all, features are what make a vehicle fun to drive and comfortable to be in. They are also what keep you and your family safe while out there on the road.

So, what are the best features in VW vehicles right now? Let’s break down some of the top ones you’ll see in current VW vehicles at a Volkswagen dealer near you.

#1 – Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro

Volkswagen Digital Cockpit Pro is one of the most advanced systems ever designed by VW engineers. Located just beyond the steering wheel, this digital read-out of gauges and other critical info provides drivers with navigation, important messages about their vehicle status and service messages, fuel range and fuel economy, and assist systems. This fully customizable feature allows you to change the radio station, take incoming calls, and plenty of other actions, right from your steering wheel.

#2 – Voice Command

With the popularity of Siri and Amazon Alexa, you knew it was only a matter of time before vehicles started implementing their own voice command features. Never one to be late to a party, VW has begun rolling out its take on the automobile voice assistant that allows drivers to ask for directions, control vehicle features, and operate the entertainment center. You can also use voice commands to take phone calls hands-free, which encourages better driving habits.

#3 – Forward Collision Warning/Avoidance

The difference between a collision and a close call is quick decision making. Here at VW, our engineers strive to make vehicles that are so intelligent you’ll never have to worry about a collision ever again. One big step in the right direction is our forward collision warning/avoidance feature.

If you’re in danger of hitting the person in front of you, the forward collision warning (FCW) detects it and will emit sounds, flash lights, and potentially modify the tactile feel of your steering wheel or brake pedal. Forward collision avoidance will activate the FCW sensors and apply an automatic emergency brake to stop the vehicle if the driver does not.

This removes the human error of being slow to hit the brake or simply not noticing you’re about to hit the car in front of you. Think of it as the safety net for your front end.

Ready to Roll in a Brand-New VW? Visit Your Local Volkswagen Dealer at VW SouthTowne!

Now that you know a little bit more about some of the top features Volkswagen is offering, the next step is for you to visit VW SouthTowne so that you can test drive some of our amazing vehicles.

We offer the award-winning all-electric VW ID.4, the massive VW Atlas, the slick and speedy VW Golf GTI, and the economic and stylish VW Jetta. All of them are jam-packed with the latest in safety and infotainment features. Come see your local Volkswagen dealer at 11000 South 290 West in South Jordan.

Additionally, as the leading used car dealership near you in South Jordan, VW SouthTowne carries a wide variety of used cars and certified pre-owned vehicles that have undergone a 100+ point inspection. We also have a ton of great deals on VW products and services in our specials section.

To contact us about a vehicle or to make an appointment, call (801) 988-5825 or email us directly using the contact form on our website.

Are you a current VW owner in need of routine maintenance or service? Contact the Volkswagen service center to set up your appointment today.

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