The Volkswagen Gol is a subcompact car produced by Volkswagen do Brasil since 1980, serving as Volkswagen’s affordable vehicle in the Latin American market. It succeeded popular models like the Volkswagen Type 1 (Fusca) and the Volkswagen Brasilia. The Gol was also the basis for the Volkswagen Fox series marketed in North America from 1987 to 1993.

The Gol lineup includes various derivatives such as three- and five-door hatchbacks, sedans (Volkswagen Voyage), station wagons (Volkswagen Parati), and coupé utilities (Volkswagen Saveiro), catering to different needs of consumers.

This vehicle has had great success in South America. It was the top-selling car in Brazil for an impressive 27 years from 1987 to 2014 and has been the most popular vehicle in Argentina since 1988. To date, over five million Gols have been produced in the region. By March 2013, the cumulative production of Gol and its variants had reached a significant milestone of 10 million units.

Key Points:
– The Volkswagen Gol has been a staple entry-level vehicle in Latin America since 1980.
– Various Gol derivatives cater to different consumer preferences, including hatchbacks, sedans, wagons, and coupé utilities.
– The Gol has been a major success in Brazil and Argentina, being the best-selling car in Brazil for 27 years and the most popular car in Argentina since 1988.
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