The Volkswagen Golf is celebrating its 50th year and has a brand new look. With visual and functional updates and enhanced performance for added driving pleasure. It comes with a choice of engines, equipment and features so that you can rely on the familiar Golf but with new personalisations to suit your style.
The exterior has new headlights and tail light clusters with optional dynamic turn signals. Optional too is the illuminated front Volkswagen logo.
The interior has new seat covers in fabric or ArtVelours and a high-gloss centre console. There's an optional 12.9" infotainment display for your entertainment, news and navigation. The multifunction steering wheel with classic push buttons adds to comfort and ease.
The new Golf mark 8.5 comes with a choice of engines in 1.5 litre TSI 115PS or 150PS. Both have a DSG dual clutch gearbox.
An e-TSI mild hybrid version uses a starter generator to support the engine at start off and low speeds. Braking and rolling are used to re-charge the lithium-ion battery. Fuel consumption and carbon emissions are reduced.
The Golf Style also comes in a plug-in hybrid option. This uses an electric motor and TSI petrol engine. The eHybrid can start in electric only mode and travel up to 107 km (combined WLTP) using just the electric motor if the battery is fully charged. The vehicle responds to speed, driving mode and other parameters so that the TSI engine switches on automatically.
Optional IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlights with high-performance main beam give you better night vision and can light up the road ahead to a distance of 550 metres at night. The matrix technology means you can permanently drive with the main beam on without dazzling other road users. The energy saving headlights are extremely efficient.
IDA the optional online voice assistant makes life easier during your journey. With this you can operate the radio, telephone and music or even the air conditioning and navigation with your voice. IDA also understands expressions such as "I'm cold" or "where are there Japanese restaurants in London?". Due to digital microphones, IDA recognises whether the driver or passenger is speaking and can, therefore, provide air conditioning in the vehicle specifically for the person making the request!
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Function on Demand (FoD)
The new Golf will feature a selection of functions on demand (FoD) which customers may purchase at any time during their vehicle ownership to further enhance their Golf. Available functions range from visual settings such as Dynamic Background Lighting, to comfort options including heated front seats and Climatronic zones. They can be purchased for a period of a month, a year or a lifetime. Available features vary depending on trim and standard equipment, so customers are encouraged to explore the in-vehicle shop for compatible functions and pricing.
The new Golf trim levels are: Life, Match, Style and R-Line.
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There is also a new version of the Golf Estate. It has a great amount of space and the rear luggage compartment can be opened and closed easily, hands free, with the optional Easy Open & Close feature. The storage area allows up to 1,642 litres of space.
Optional ventilated leather seats are available.
Park easily either inside or outside the car. Park Assist Plus helps you manoeuvre into bays and parallel park, whilst Park Assist Pro takes over and does it remotely for you from your phone. Moreover the Area View feature uses 4 cameras to give you a view around the vehicle so that you can see kerbs or road markings and even look around corners!
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The New Golf GTI Clubsport launches in Summer 2024 and will be the most powerful front-wheel-drive Golf in Volkswagen's history. Its first outing was to the Nürburgring racetrack for its world premiere in May. The New Clubsport is a sport-focused and optimised version of the iconic Golf. The vehicle will accelerate from standstill to 62mph in 5.6 seconds and has an electronically-limited top speed of 155mph.
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The Golf GTE and Style eHybrid are ready and waiting! They are both equipped with the new 1.5 TSI EVO2 engine, but Style eHybrid has a 204 PS engine, while GTE has a 272 PS engine. Both have a new 19.7 kWh battery offering fast charging of up to 40kW. AC charging of up to 11kW (up from 3.5kW previously) is also possible. Range is 89 miles for Style eHybrid and 82 miles for the GTE (pure electric).
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Now even sportier, its engine size has increased to 265PS.
Striking new exterior
The latest Golf GTI boasts a sleeker, more dynamic look. With unique front bumpers, roof spoilers, and new IQ. LED Matrix headlights, it stands out on the road. The iconic red stripe and illuminated VW logo enhance the signature GTI design. The GTI now comes with new LED tail lights. The twin-pipe exhaust system is a key highlight.
Impressive wheels
The GTI comes standard with 18-inch Richmond alloy wheels. Optional 19-inch wheels, including the new Queenstown wheels. With its striking design of five oval semi-circles, this evokes the classic Detroit wheel, which was introduced for the fifth-generation Golf GTI.
Advanced interior technology
The GTI’s interior now includes a revamped infotainment system with a 12.9-inch touchscreen, offering easy-to-use graphics and menus. The new Digital Cockpit Pro features customisable displays, and the optional Harman Kardon sound system is available offers 480 watt sound The GTI features sport seats with unique GTI patterns and red stitching, enhancing the sporty feel. IDA voice assistant, will launch with ChatGPT (AI).
High-performance handling
The GTI includes progressive steering, a front-axle differential lock, and an adaptive chassis control system (DCC). The Vehicle Dynamics Manager optimises these features for superior driving dynamics, offering modes like Eco, Comfort, Sport, and Individual for tailored driving experiences.
The new Golf GTI combines sleek design, advanced technology, and powerful performance to offer an unmatched driving experience. Perfect for those who value style and speed.
Images show European driving position.
