Volkswagen Diesel Golfs Added to ORIX Australia's Environmentally Friendly Short-Term Rental Fleet

BOTANY, Australia – December 2, 2008: ORIX Australia has purchased 30 Golf 1.9-litre diesels as part of its commitment to operating the most environmentally-friendly and fuel efficient fleet.

The Golfs will join the ORIX short-term rental fleet which will lead to a reduction in the company’s indirect CO2 emissions of more than 485 tonnes per annum, as well as delivering extensive fuel saving benefits to customers.

“The new short-term rental fleet not only complements ORIX’s environmental objectives but also accommodates a growing need in the market to reduce fleet costs which are largely made up of fuel,” said John Carter.

The diesel Golf is equipped with Volkswagen’s efficient 77kW 1.9-litre four-cylinder TDI engine and the acclaimed six-speed Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG). With a combined fuel consumption figure of just 5.8 litres per 100km (157g/km of CO2), the DSG equipped Golf 1.9 TDI has potential range of over 900km from a single tank of diesel.

Volkswagen Group Australia’s Managing Director, Jutta Dierks is delighted with ORIX’s decision to purchase Golfs.

“The Golf 1.9 TDI offers exceptional fuel economy but is also fun to drive thanks to its impressive torque output. I am sure ORIX’s short-term rental fleet clients will enjoy driving the Golf and will appreciate the benefits of such a safe, economical vehicle which is not only good for business but for the community.”

ORIX completed a comprehensive analysis to determine which vehicle type customers considered reliable and fuel efficient, while also meeting operational needs. The results of the study, along with analysis of CO2 emissions and whole-of-life costs across a range of vehicle categories, guided vehicle selection.