After a long search, you’ve finally narrowed your new car choices to a handful of vehicles and now it’s time to start test driving those vehicles. Many people don’t realize how important the test drive is to your buying process. However, the test drive is where you get to try out each feature, as well as make important decisions about available features and seating options. We understand that is a lot to remember and compare, which is why we have created a checklist of tips and tricks to help you ensure you’re picking the right Volkswagen for you! So take a peek below to get started! 

Come Prepared

• Make sure you’ve done your research and know exactly what you’re looking for 
• To prepare make sure you can answer these questions…
  • What kind of space do you need?
  • Do you feel like you have enough room?
  • What kind of budget do you have?
• Once you’ve answered those questions, it’s time to find 2 or 3 vehicles that fit the criteria you’re looking for. 
• Once you have done that be sure to schedule test drives for those vehicles 

Take Your Test Drive In Familiar Territory 

• If the dealership is local this should be easy, if not, take it on the highway and down back roads/ neighborhood or area that is similar to your area. 
• Make sure to test it both busy and light traffic, and be sure to park the car to see how different it is from your old vehicle. 

How Do You Feel About The Vehicle?

• First impressions can have a big impact on your decision making. Don’t just focus on the fun features the vehicle has, be sure to pay attention to how you feel inside the vehicle. 
• A few things to ask yourself during your test should be…
  • Can you see yourself driving this vehicle daily?
  • Do you feel like you have enough room?
  • Is it easy to get in and out of?
  • Do you like the placement of the controls?
  • Is it what you expected?

Take A Seat In Every Seat

• Even if you’ll be spending most of your time in the driver’s seat, it’s important to try out the vehicle from every perspective…you wouldn’t want your passengers to be uncomfortable, right?
• Sit in the passenger seat, the back seat, fold down the second row, pop the trunk, look under the hood. Explore every different way the vehicle might be used to make sure that it will work for you and your needs.

Test ALL Of The Features

• You might think you need the backup camera or other fun available features, but they won’t be worth it if you don’t know how to use them. Don’t be afraid to ask your sales consultant to show you how to use them and be sure to try them out on the road!

Now that you have the information you need to make the most out of your next test drive, be sure to browse our available inventory and schedule your test drive today! Our team is eager to help match you with the perfect Volkswagen for you.