The German new car market was not spared by the coronavirus pandemic. A drop of -19.1% was experienced by the German new car market in 2020 with just 2,917,678 units sold in 2020 as compared to 3,607,958 units of 2019. This stands as the lowest annual result recorded in Germany since 2,916,260 units of 2010. Germany is a giant global auto manufacturer and Volkswagen occupies the second position on the top 10 most popular car brands worldwide list. In Germany VW Golf is the best-selling car for 2020 and VW has 4 different car models on the list of top 10 best-selling cars in Germany for the year 2020, presented in descending order below. Top10greatcars provide a summary specs and properties of each car on the list so you can appreciate why consumers love these cars.
10) Audi A4 - 50,000 Units
AUDI A4 is a spacious all weather car sedan with spacious rear seat with beautifully shaped cushions made from premium materials. The audi can be classified as entry-luxury car and it is outstanding in its class. Audi A4 is the tenth best-selling car in Germany in 2020 with 50,000 Units sold. This recent model is powered by a 2.0L i4 Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded engine which produces 248 horsepower at 5000 rpm, connected to a 7-speed automatic transmission. Audi A4 acquired a cooler outer look and design and several other cool features like three-zone automatic climate control, ambient interior lighting, heated front seats with power-adjustments for the driver, power sunroof and many advanced tech features. You can get a brand new 2020 Audi A4 with incorporated features start at $42,000 MSRP.
9) Opel Corsa - 51,500 Units
Opel Corsa is an affordable supermini car engineered and produced by Opel – German automobile manufacturer since 1982 which is offered at $12,380 MSRP. It has been sold under different brands like Vauxhall, Chevrolet, and Holden. Corsa can be described as a Peugeot 208 on steroids. In 2020, 51,500 Units of Opel Corsa model were sold in Germany. One strength of this model is the fact that Corsa is also offered in all-electric form. That model is called the Corsa-e and is motivated by a powertrain that is also shared with the new e-208. Corsa shares the same engine as Peugeot 208, the 1.2-liter PureTech three-cylinder gasoline engine which is available in three states: a 75 horsepower non-turbo hooked up to a five-speed manual, a 100 horsepower turbocharged species with a six-speed transmission and lastly, the most powerful will be a 130 horsepower variant that is linked to an eight-speed automatic gearbox. Furthermore, one diesel engine 2020 Opel Corsa is offered powered by a 1.5-liter engine which makes 100 horsepower with a standard six-speed transmission. Regarding tech, 2020 Corsa comes with a 7-inch central infotainment screen as standard packed with latest features.
It can also be had with an electronic parking brake, dual zone climate control and selectable driving modes that range from fuel-saving to sporty.
8) Skoda Octavia - 55,000 Units
Skoda Octavia is a world class sedan which is very popular both in Germany and Europe. The latest 2020 model has a new quad-headlamp design with LED daytime running lamps. The Boot space, wheelbase and length have increased and the curves of the exterior have been given a rounded profile. It is offered with two petrol-engine models - a 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol motor linked to a six-speed manual. It is equipped with an ultra-modern 10-inch touch-screen infotainment system that appears to be floating above the dashboard. It has a voice-assistant now called Laura. A unique tech feature this ride has is telematics with an e-SIM built-in to remotely monitor vehicle functions. Skoda Octavia also has wireless charging, heads-up display, massage seats, and three-zone automatic climate control, adaptive cruise control, ambient lighting and many others. The Skoda starts at $31,063 and 55,000 Units were sold by the end of 2020.
7) Ford Focus - 58,000 Units
Ford Focus is a hatchback adapted for city life. It’s a modern comfortable and affordable ride.
This auto is adored all over the world especially in the UK. This hatchback has a wide variety of trims which include Active, Ambiente, ST, ST-Line, Titanium and Trend. New ST-line models get alloy sports pedals, ST-Line badging and red detail stitching, ST-Line trim gets cloth sports seats while the ST-Line X gets part leather and the full 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. What is outstanding about Focus is its outstanding fuel economy figures, up to 55mpg (combined) and CO2 emissions are relatively low. All these innovative features pushed sales up to 58,000 Units in 2020. The latest 2020 focus models feature a range of mild-hybrid (MHEV) engines which improve efficiency and greatly reduce running costs. Its MSRP ranges from $19,300 to $31,130.
6) VW T-Roc - 59,000 Units
Volkswagen T-ROC is a rock star auto in Germany. It is a superstar and causes the crowd to scream and yell each time it performs on the road. This compact SUV has two main trims, the 140TSI Sport priced at $40,490, and the X Special Edition ($42,990). Talking of power, VW T-Roc runs on a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 188 horsepower and 236 ft-lb torque mated with a seven-speed DSG and 4MOTION all-wheel-drive drivetrain. By the end of 2020, 59,000 Units were sold.
5) VW Passat - 59,000 Units
VW Passat is an appealing and comfortable sedan found on nearly every street in Germany perhaps due to its modest price which varies from Passat's base S model that starts at $23,915 and stretches to just $32,015 for the top SEL version. Passat is powered by a , a 174-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four and is equipped with Safety content such as automatic-emergency braking and blind-spot detection is now standard, VW's remote-control-via-phone App Connect, satellite radio and LED headlights, 6 total speakers, keyless ignition, turn signal in mirrors and much more.
4) VW Polo - 61,000 Units
Volkswagen Polo is also the 8th best-selling car model in England 2020. Volkswagen Polo is one of the best superminis in the world and it is the perfect alternative to VW golf. More than 61,000 Units were sold in 2020 alone in Germany. This hatchback has you covered all the time with its cool safety features and sleek design. Trims include Match (replacing SE), Beats, SEL, R-Line and GTI, with the basic S trim no longer offered. The interior of the SEL trim is more luxurious equipped with dual-zone climate control, automatic windscreen wipers, chrome interior and exterior trim, and features like a central armrest. More to that, Volkswagen Polo was the first supermini to come with a digital dashboard with great tech features including all-round electric windows and parking sensors, air conditioning and an eight-inch touchscreen with DAB radio, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Volkswagen Polo 2020 prices range from $19,290 for the basic trim Hatchback Polo 70TSI Trendline to $46,990 for the top of the range Hatchback Polo GTI.
3) Mercedes C-Class - 64,000 Units
C-Class literally stands for classic class. Are you a classic man or lady, then this ride was specifically built for you. This ride is the third best selling car in Germany for 2020. The 2020 Mercedes C-Class is very similar to the 2019 version but is equipped with unique features. C-Class carries a 2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine that gets 255 horsepower and 273 lb-ft of torque connected to a smooth and efficient 9-speed automatic transmission. The Mercedes C-Class comes with cutting edge tech features on all models and allows you select four different modes to match your driving style and preference – this system is called DYNAMIC SELECT® feature. Other cool features include heated and ventilated front seats, 64-color ambient lighting, a large 10.25-inch high-resolution display, Burmester Surround Sound System and much more at a modest starting MSRP of $41,400. This explains why 64,000 Units were sold in 2020 in Germany alone.
2) VW Tiguan - 87,500 Units
Volkswagen Tiguan is a gorgeous crossover with outstanding specifications and properties. It offers a lot of modern features most auto enthusiasts are looking for in a crossover. Starting at $25,965 and is offered with a turbocharged four-cylinder that makes 184 horsepower; front-wheel drive is standard however Volkswagen's 4Motion all-wheel-drive system is optional. Tiguan uses an eight-speed automatic to downshift for 2020. Regarding tech, the Tiguan adds a Wi-Fi hotspot, which is now standard, as is additional safety content including forward-collision alert with automatic braking and a blind-spot warning system. There's a new SE R-Line Black trim that packages 20-inch dark wheels, sunroof, fog lights, and parking-alert sensors. The VW’s infotainment system – CAR-Net with a large glass screen is integrated into 2020 Tiguan and comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard. Other features likeWi-Fi hotspot, A 480-watt nine-speaker Fender audio system are also available. As many as 87,500 Units were sold in 2020.
1) VW Golf - 204,000 Units
VW Golf is the first car on our list and is the 3rd Most Popular Car on Sale in the UK in 2020. VW is like the wind blowing all over Europe. Consumers all over Europe love VW Golf, so if you don’t own one already, make it your priority to get one tomorrow. Available Golf trims include TSI 4dr Hatchback and TSI 4dr Hatchback. The 2020 Volkswagen Golf comes with front wheel drive drivetrain. Golf is equipped with a 1.4L 4-cylinder gasoline engine which makes 147 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. This engine is attached to either an 8-speed shiftable automatic or 6-speed manual transmission. A Golf can fit into any garage and has modern infotainment tools like USB connection, memory card slot, AM/FM stereo, 6 total speakers at a Starting MSRP of $23,995.
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