One of the most challenging trials for new cars is the moose test, as it highlights the way vehicles behave in extreme evasive maneuvers.
From the suspension setup to the steering, tires and the driver’s skills, every aspect counts and makes a difference between acing and failing the challenge. A lot of models fell victim to the test over the years, and now the list has gained a new, and probably unlikely, name: the 2020 Volkswagen Golf.
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Equipped with Bridgestone Turanza T005 tires, the all-new German compact hatchback understeered and couldn’t get back in the initial lane quick enough at 49 mph (77 km/h), so it ended up hitting the cones. In fact, the driver had to lower the speed to 43 mph (69 km/h) in order for the Golf to behave appropriately, but the result was described as unsatisfactory for a vehicle in this class.
Nonetheless, it did behave a tad better than the Mercedes-Benz CLA, which was tested a few months ago. The four-door model rode on Bridgestone Turanza T005 tires as well and managed to do the maneuver at 41 mph (66 km/h).
It could have been worse though, as the Golf’s bigger sibling, the new Volkswagen Passat, in plug-in hybrid GTE form, alongside its Czech cousin, the Skoda Superb iV, couldn’t stay within the cones due to the excessive oversteer.
The Toyota RAV4 compact SUV almost tipped over last fall during the test, while two of its biggest rivals, the Nissan Qashqai (aka Rogue Sport) and Kia Sorento aced it.