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Volkswagen Prepares to Electrify Iconic GTI and Golf R Line-Up with Groundbreaking Performance Models

Chief Storyteller — Sat, 17 May 2025 02:58:33 +0000

Volkswagen is preparing to usher in a new era for its iconic performance hatchbacks, confirming that fully electric versions of the celebrated Golf GTI and Golf R are in development. These upcoming models are expected to redefine the brand’s sporty DNA with zero-emission powertrains and cutting-edge technology, while retaining the character that made their predecessors

The German automaker first hinted at its electric ambitions for the GTI line-up with the unveiling of the ID.GTI concept in 2023. That prototype offered a glimpse into how Volkswagen might reinterpret its performance legacy for the electric age. Now, the carmaker has confirmed that a production version of the electric GTI, based on the forthcoming ID.2 platform, will be introduced exclusively in the European market.

In a recent discussion with AutoExpress, Volkswagen’s CEO, Thomas Schäfer, revealed that a fully electric Golf GTI is slated for launch before the end of the decade. He expressed strong enthusiasm for the model, describing it as an exceptionally potent vehicle that will stay true to the GTI name. According to Schäfer, the electric GTI will maintain the spirit and excitement that fans of the nameplate expect, highlighting that it will be thrilling, authentic, and unmistakably a GTI despite its electric heart.

Adding to the excitement, Schäfer also confirmed for the first time that an all-electric Golf R is on the horizon. While long rumoured, this marks the first official acknowledgement of the project. The Golf R EV will adopt an all-wheel-drive layout, enhancing its dynamic capabilities, whereas the GTI version will preserve its traditional front-wheel-drive setup, now powered by electric motors mounted on the front axle.

Both new models will be underpinned by the Volkswagen Group’s next-generation Scalable Systems Platform (SSP), a versatile architecture that will serve as the foundation for future electric vehicles across a wide spectrum of brands within the group, including Skoda and Lamborghini. This new platform is designed to accommodate a range of sizes and price points while integrating advanced technologies that, according to Schäfer, deliver an unprecedented driving experience.

Prototypes of vehicles on the SSP architecture have already been tested internally, and early impressions suggest a transformative performance leap. Schäfer pointed to the importance of retaining the GTI’s emotive driving characteristics such as sound, handling, and overall feel and believes the new technology allows this to be achieved convincingly.

The electric Golf GTI is expected to be unveiled around 2030, with the electric Golf R likely to follow shortly thereafter. Ahead of these flagship models, the first electrified GTI to reach the market will be a production version of the ID. The GTI concept, based on the compact ID.2, will launch exclusively in Europe.

Volkswagen Bids Farewell to Manual Golf GTI and Golf R

Chief Storyteller — Mon, 13 Jan 2025 05:53:08 +0000

Volkswagen’s refreshed 2025 Golf lineup, known as the Mk8.5, introduced updated styling and enhanced interiors but marked a bittersweet moment for U.S. enthusiasts as the iconic manual transmission was retired for the Golf GTI and Golf R. This decision closes a significant chapter in the history of these beloved hot hatches, despite a surge in

In 2024, enthusiasts rallied to support the manual variants, with Volkswagen reporting substantial year-over-year sales increases of 48.6% for the GTI and 29.6% for the Golf R. Of these, 41% of GTIs and an impressive 52% of Golf Rs sold were equipped with the six-speed manual, reflecting a meaningful rise from 2023 figures of 38% and 45%, respectively. This resurgence in manual transmission sales highlights the passionate dedication of U.S. drivers who favour a more engaged driving experience.

Despite strong U.S. demand, Volkswagen’s decision to discontinue manual transmissions was influenced by global trends. Worldwide, the preference for manual gearboxes has waned, with the added cost of adapting them to meet stricter Euro 7 emissions standards further justifying the move toward automatics. Streamlining production became the logical step for Volkswagen in a rapidly evolving market.

For U.S. drivers mourning the loss, there is a glimmer of hope. The Jetta GLI retains its six-speed manual transmission, standing as the last Volkswagen offering this option in the country. Manual Jetta GLI sales experienced notable growth, rising 38% year-over-year in 2024, following a 33% increase in 2023. While the GLI doesn’t fully replicate the dynamic flair of the GTI, it remains a compelling choice for enthusiasts seeking a manual option in Volkswagen’s lineup.

This transition is emblematic of broader shifts within the automotive industry. SUVs dominate Volkswagen’s global sales, comprising 47% of deliveries in 2024, with the Tiguan maintaining its position as the brand’s bestseller. Simultaneously, Volkswagen’s focus on electrification continues to expand, with 383,100 battery-electric vehicles delivered globally, including the popular ID.3 and ID.4 models.

While the discontinuation of manual GTIs and Golf Rs signals the end of an era, the strong sales of manual models in 2024 demonstrate that the demand for driver-focused cars persists. For now, the manual Jetta GLI provides solace to enthusiasts, and perhaps Volkswagen will find innovative ways to cater to this passionate audience in the future.

Volkswagen Golf Kini Melangkah ke Era Elektrifikasi Penuh, Dibangunkan Bersama Rivian

Chief Storyteller — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 02:54:42 +0000

Volkswagen Golf, simbol kecemerlangan dalam segmen kereta kompak, kini bersedia untuk memasuki era baharu dengan transformasi penuh kepada kenderaan elektrik (EV). Generasi kesembilan Golf, yang dijangka dilancarkan pada 2029, akan menjadi model elektrik sepenuhnya. Dibangunkan melalui kerjasama strategik bernilai $5.8 bilion dengan Rivian, usaha ini melambangkan komitmen Volkswagen terhadap masa depan automotif yang lebih mampan.

Golf Elektrik 2.0: Permulaan Baharu pada Platform SSP

Golf baharu ini akan menggunakan Platform Sistem Skala (SSP), seni bina EV generasi akan datang yang direka dengan kepakaran Rivian dalam kejuruteraan dan perisian. SSP dijangka membawa inovasi yang signifikan dalam kecekapan tenaga dan teknologi kenderaan yang ditakrifkan perisian.

Menurut Thomas Schäfer, CEO Volkswagen, pemilihan Golf untuk memulakan era SSP adalah strategik:
“Kami mahu memulakan perjalanan ini dengan produk yang lebih ikonik. Jadi, kami akan mulakan dengan Golf.”

Persaingan Dalaman: Golf Elektrik vs. ID.3

Ketika Golf elektrik bersiap untuk debutnya, nasib Volkswagen ID.3—antara model awal EV syarikat—menjadi persoalan. ID.3 mungkin dihentikan secara beransur-ansur, memberi laluan kepada Golf elektrik yang lebih mapan dan dikenali. Namun, sebelum ini berlaku, versi reka bentuk semula ID.3 akan diperkenalkan pada 2026, menampilkan:

Perkakasan dipertingkatkan untuk prestasi lebih baik.
Kemasan dalaman premium dengan butang fizikal untuk meningkatkan pengalaman pengguna.

Pengenalan semula ini dijangka menyediakan pertindihan strategik antara kedua-dua model, membolehkan Volkswagen menilai keperluan pasaran.

Golf Mk8: Terus Relevan dalam Tempoh Peralihan

Walaupun generasi kesembilan Golf akan elektrik sepenuhnya, Golf Mk8, yang diperkenalkan pada 2019, akan kekal relevan dengan enjin pembakaran dalaman dan pilihan hibrid sehingga sekurang-kurangnya 2035, tahun Kesatuan Eropah melaksanakan larangan kereta baharu dengan pelepasan berbahaya.

Perkongsian dengan Rivian: Langkah Strategik

Kerjasama Volkswagen dan Rivian menandakan anjakan paradigma dalam pembangunan automotif. Rivian membawa kepakaran teknologi dan pendekatan perisian inovatif, yang akan memberi manfaat kepada pelbagai model, termasuk jenama Audi dan Porsche, mulai 2027. Teknologi ini akan merangkumi:

Kereta kompak seperti Golf.
SUV mewah dalam segmen premium.

Ke Arah Masa Depan: Teknologi, Rekaan & Warisan

Golf elektrik bakal menggabungkan teknologi canggih, reka bentuk ikonik, dan daya tarikan pasaran massa. Transformasi ini adalah sebahagian daripada pivot besar Volkswagen ke arah masa depan bertenaga elektrik.

Dengan mengekalkan nama “Golf” untuk cita-cita EVnya, Volkswagen mengesahkan warisan kekal model ini dan meletakkannya sebagai asas kepada evolusi jenama untuk dekad yang akan datang.

Volkswagen and Rivian Partner to Bring an Electric Golf Back to Life

Chief Storyteller — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 01:02:41 +0000

The Volkswagen Golf, a name synonymous with compact car excellence, is preparing for an all-electric rebirth as part of Volkswagen’s transition into a more sustainable future. The ninth-generation Golf, slated for a 2029 debut, will be an exclusively electric model, developed in collaboration with Rivian through a joint venture worth $5.8 billion. Electric Golf 2.0:

Electric Golf 2.0: A Fresh Start on the SSP Platform

The forthcoming electric Golf will ride on Volkswagen’s Scalable Systems Platform (SSP), a next-generation EV architecture developed with Rivian’s expertise in electric vehicle (EV) engineering and software. Volkswagen CEO Thomas Schäfer emphasised the strategic importance of starting the SSP journey with the Golf:
“We want to begin this journey with a more iconic product. So, we’ll start with the Golf,” Schäfer said.

Why the ID.3 May Fade Away

While the Golf prepares for its EV resurgence, the fate of the Volkswagen ID.3 hangs in the balance. Introduced as a key player in VW’s early electric lineup, the ID.3 may be phased out to make room for the electric Golf. However, Volkswagen is not letting the ID.3 fade quietly. A redesigned version with upgraded hardware, a better interior, and more physical buttons is planned for 2026, ensuring overlap between the two models as VW evaluates their market viability.

Transition Period: The Combustion Golf Lives On

The electric Golf’s arrival in 2029 does not mark the end for the Mk8 Golf, which launched in 2019 with combustion and hybrid powertrain options. The Mk8 will likely remain in production until 2035, the year the European Union will ban new cars with harmful emissions.

A New Era with Rivian

Volkswagen’s partnership with Rivian represents a paradigm shift in automotive development. Rivian’s technological expertise will drive the creation of software-defined vehicles, starting with Audi and Porsche models due as early as 2027. These innovations will span vehicle segments, from compact cars to luxury SUVs, underscoring the partnership’s broad scope.

What Lies Ahead

As Volkswagen integrates Rivian’s expertise, the electric Golf promises to combine cutting-edge technology, iconic design, and mass-market appeal. This collaboration highlights the dynamic shifts in the automotive industry, where legacy automakers embrace partnerships with tech-savvy newcomers to stay competitive in an electrified future.

Volkswagen’s pivot back to the Golf nameplate for its EV ambitions reaffirms the model’s enduring legacy while positioning it as a cornerstone for the brand’s next chapter.

Volkswagen Malaysia Memperkenal Golf GTI Edition 50 eksklusif

Chief Storyteller — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 07:47:23 +0000

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) hari ini melancarkan model eksklusif Golf GTI Edition 50 yang ditawarkan pada harga cadangan (RRP) RM267,990. Harga RRP itu termasuk Pakej Jaminan Volkswagen (Volkswagen Assurance Package, VAP) yang memberikan pemilik dengan penyelenggaraan, jaminan tanpa had perbatuan dan bantuan tepi jalan selama 5 tahun. GTI Edition 50 dilancarkan sebagai sebahagian daripada

GTI Edition 50 dilancarkan sebagai sebahagian daripada sambutan ulang tahun ke-50 Golf. Jentera itu dilengkapi pelbagai aksesori yang merangkumi kit badan Oettinger, rim baharu, perumah cermin sisi berwarna hitam, emblem ekslusif Edition 50 dan kemasan sisi sporty yang diinspirasikan daripada rekaan honeycomb signatur model GTI.

Penampilan bahagian luaran GTI Edition 50 disempurnakan lagi dengan tint “Edition 50 VW” dan emblem “50” pada tiang B yang menunjukkan ini merupakan sebuah model edisi khas.

Kit badan Oettinger terdiri daripada spoiler hadapan, spoiler belakang berwarna hitam dan peresap udara yang meningkatkan lagi gaya serta prestasinya. Selain memberi sentuhan berani terhadap gayaan luaran GTI Edition 50.

Ia dipasang dengan rim aloi ringan ‘Pretoria’ bersaiz 18” bersama kemasan hitam berkilat, penutup hub roda “GTI” Dynamic dan penutup injap aluminium VW Design.

Ruang dalaman GTI Edition 50 menyerlahkan elemen yang membezakannya dengan GTI standard. Antaranya termasuklah emblem “50” pada bahagian tengah stereng multi-fungsi GTI yang sporty, plat sisi aluminium “Edition 50” dan karpet hadapan “Edition 50”.

GTI Edition 50 didatangkan dalam dua warna iaitu Oryx White (putih) dan Moonstone Grey (kelabu).

Sama seperti GTI standard, Edition 50 menawarkan keterujaan dalam setiap pemanduan. Ini kerana ia dijana oleh enjin turbo 2.0TSI yang dipadankan dengan klac basah 7-kelajuan berkuasa 245PS dan tork 370Nm.

Ciri-ciri lain yang perlu diketengahkan ialah sistem bunyi premium Harman Kardon berkuasa 480watt dengan 10 unit pembesar suara. Ia dipadankan dengan sistem infohibur Discovery Media bersaiz 10 inci bersama ketersambungan Android Auto dan Apple CarPlay tanpa wayar serta kluster instrumen digital berukuran 10.25 inci.

Aspek keselamatan disokong oleh teknologi IQ.DRIVE Volkswagen, di samping sistem bantuan pemandu termaju seperti Travel Assist dengan Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Side Assist, Front Assist, Lane Assist dan Paparan Head-Up.

GTI telah menawarkan pengalaman pemanduan yang sporty sejak diperkenalkan buat pertama kali pada acara Frankfurt Motor Show 1975. Selepas hampir lima dekad dan lapan generasi kemudian, nama GTI terus mengekalkan posisinya selaku hatchback paling diminati di seluruh dunia.

GTI Edition 50 akan dipamerkan dalam acara Golf Fan Fest yang diadakan pada 24 Ogos 2024 bertempat di North Paddock Litar Antarabangsa Sepang. Ia juga boleh dilihat secara dekat di pengedar-pengedar Volkswagen bermula 17 Ogos 2024.

Volkswagen Malaysia Mahu Mencatat Rekod Untuk Perhimpunan Terbesar Golf

Chief Storyteller — Mon, 05 Aug 2024 05:02:37 +0000

Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) akan cuba mencipta sejarah dalam Malaysia Book of Records menerusi penganjuran perhimpunan pemilik dan peminat Volkswagen Golf terbesar di negara ini pada acara Golf Fan Fest 2024. Pada 24 Ogos 2024, Litar Antarabangsa Sepang akan diubah suai untuk penganjuran pelbagai aktiviti menarik, dan pemilik serta peminat Golf di seluruh negara

Pada 24 Ogos 2024, Litar Antarabangsa Sepang akan diubah suai untuk penganjuran pelbagai aktiviti menarik, dan pemilik serta peminat Golf di seluruh negara dijemput hadir.

Golf Fan Fest bakal melibatkan banyak aktiviti pemanduan seperti pertandingan gymkhana, menaiki Golf R drift secara taxi rides dan sesi memandu di litar. Bukan itu sahaja, satu pameran mengenai evolusi Golf sejak lima dekad lalu juga dijangka menarik minat para pemujanya.

Lapan orang finalis pertandingan Biggest Golf Fan Volkswagen yang dilangsungkan di media sosial selama sebulan akan bersaing untuk memenangi Hadiah Utama dan meraih gelaran peminat paling tegar Golf sepanjang sambutan paling besar di Malaysia itu berlangsung.

Golf ialah ikon Volkswagen yang tidak perlu diperkenalkan lagi. Dengan lebih 37 juta unit diserahkan di lebih 70 buah negara, ia merupakan kereta paling berjaya pernah dihasilkan. Maka, memang wajarlah ulang tahun ke-50 ikon yang disukai ramai ini diraikan oleh para peminat dan rakan-rakan Volkswagen dari mana pun mereka berada.

Sesi pandu uji dan demonstrasi semua model Volkswagen dibuka sepanjang hari. Perbincangan teknikal dan bengkel yang merangkumi pelbagai aspek pemilikan Golf turut dijalankan.

Volkswagen Golf Edisi 50: Sambutan Ulang Tahun ke-50

Chief Storyteller — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 01:22:08 +0000

Dengan lebih daripada 37 juta unit terjual di seluruh dunia, Golf telah menjadi salah satu kereta paling berjaya secara global sejak kemunculannya pada tahun 1974. Untuk menyambut capaian ini, Volkswagen memperkenalkan pra-jualan model-model Golf dan Golf Variant baru, yang menampilkan banyak penambahbaikan dan sistem hiburan terkini generasi seterusnya.

Model-model Golf dan Golf Variant baru ini mempunyai bahagian hadapan yang diubahsuai dengan lampu hadapan LED yang baru direka, termasuk lampu hadapan matriks LED IQ.LIGHT teratas dengan cahaya jauh yang diperbaiki. Selain itu, kluster lampu belakang LED 3D IQ.LIGHT turut menerima reka bentuk baru. Di dalam, generasi baharu sistem hiburan dengan pemproses yang lebih pantas dan skrin sentuh bebas (12.9 inci) diperkenalkan. Dalaman ini juga mempunyai penggera sentuhan yang diterangi untuk kawalan suhu dan volume, instrumen digital terkini (Digital Cockpit Pro), stereng multifunctional, dan pembantu suara IDA, yang kini menyatukan ChatGPT untuk pelbagai keupayaan perbualan.

Dari segi varian, Golf dan Golf Variant awalnya tersedia dalam lima pilihan kelengkapan dan empat pilihan sistem penggerak. Ini termasuk enjin petrol turbo (TSI) manual dengan output 115PS dan 150PS, serta enjin petrol turbo hibrid ringan 48 V (eTSI) dengan output 115PS dan 150PS, dilengkapi dengan kotak gear 7-kelajuan (DSG).

Model khas Golf Edition 50, berdasarkan Golf Style, menawarkan ciri-ciri tambahan seperti rim aloi 18 inci, tingkap belakang tinted, jalur gril radiator mendatar yang diterangi, dan logo Edition 50. Ia juga termasuk sistem hiburan “Discover” teratas yang baru, sistem permulaan tanpa kunci dan kunci, pemilihan profil pemanduan, dan banyak lagi.

Golf Edition 50 akan tersedia dengan pelbagai versi penggerak, bermula dengan Golf Edition 50 1.5 TSI dengan 150PS dan kotak gear manual, berharga 36,820 euro (RM189,891). Pakej Plus tambahan juga tersedia, menawarkan ciri-ciri tambahan seperti sunroof panoramik, lampu hadapan matriks LED IQ.LIGHT, dan head-up display.

Volkswagen Golf Edition 50: A 50th Anniversary Celebration

Chief Storyteller — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 00:50:41 +0000

With more than 37 million units sold worldwide, the Golf has become one of the most successful cars globally since its debut in 1974. To mark this milestone, Volkswagen is introducing pre-sales of the new Golf and Golf Variant models, which feature numerous enhancements and a next-generation infotainment system.

The new Golf and Golf Variant models boast a modified front end with newly designed LED headlights, including the top-of-the-range IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlights with an enhanced main beam. Additionally, the IQ.LIGHT 3D LED tail light clusters have received a new design. Inside, a brand new generation of infotainment system with a faster processor and a free-standing touchscreen (12.9 inches) is introduced. The interior also features illuminated touch sliders for temperature and volume control, the latest digital instruments (Digital Cockpit Pro), a multifunction steering wheel, and the IDA voice assistant, which now integrates ChatGPT for a wide range of conversational capabilities.

In terms of variants, the Golf and Golf Variant are initially available in five equipment and four drive system options. These include manual turbocharged petrol engines (TSI) with outputs of 115PS and 150PS, as well as 48 V mild hybrid turbocharged petrol engines (eTSI) with outputs of 115PS and 150PS, equipped with a 7-speed direct shift gearbox (DSG). The special Golf Edition 50 model, based on the Golf Style, offers additional features such as 18-inch alloy wheels, tinted rear windows, an illuminated horizontal radiator grille strip, and Edition 50 logos in the interior. It also includes the new top-of-the-range “Discover” infotainment system, keyless start and locking system, driving profile selection, and more.

The Golf Edition 50 will be available with different drive versions, starting with the Golf Edition 50 1.5 TSI with 150PS and a manual gearbox, priced at 36,820 euros (RM189,891). An optional Plus package is also available, offering additional features such as a panoramic sunroof, IQ.LIGHT matrix LED headlights, and a head-up display.

Volkswagen Memperkenalkan Siri Model Golf Baharu untuk Ulang Tahun ke-50

Chief Storyteller — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 02:43:16 +0000

Sebagai penghormatan kepada 50 tahun Golf yang ikonik, Volkswagen memperkenalkan versi yang dikemaskinikan dari model paling larisnya, menjanjikan pelbagai penambahbaikan untuk pelanggan. Siri Golf yang diperkemaskinikan ini mempunyai pelbagai ciri, termasuk reka bentuk hadapan yang direka semula, sistem hiburan terkini, dan sistem pemanduan yang memberi tumpuan pada kecekapan.

Golf GTI

Golf baharu

Golf Varian Baharu

Ciri yang menonjol menandakan peristiwa bersejarah ini ialah logo Volkswagen yang menyala, membuat penampilan sulungnya pada Golf. Lampu hadapan LED dan lampu belakang LED IQ.Light 3D yang dihasilkan semula menyumbang kepada penampilan luar yang segar, memberikan penampilan moden dan dinamik. Dalaman juga sama hebatnya, menampilkan sistem hiburan yang intuitif dengan touchscreen (diagonal skrin sehingga 12 inci), bersama dengan penggeser sentuhan untuk kawalan suhu dan volume.

Menambah daya tarikan, pembantu suara IDA yang baharu mengambil peranan utama, menawarkan interaksi bahasa semulajadi untuk mengawal pelbagai fungsi dalam kereta, mengakses maklumat dalam talian, dan memintegrasikan chatbot inovatif ChatGPT, yang dipamerkan di CES 2024.

Siri Golf yang diperkemaskinikan memperkenalkan sistem bantuan baharu, seperti Park Assist Plus yang diperkemaskan, yang menyederhanakan manuver letak kereta dengan mengesan tempat yang sesuai dan memulakan proses letak kereta. Park Assist Pro kini membolehkan pemandu memandu kereta mereka masuk dan keluar dari tempat letak kereta menggunakan telefon pintar mereka, menambah dimensi baru kepada keselesaan.

Penambahan teknologi yang signifikan adalah sistem Area View, menyediakan pandangan menyeluruh 360 darjah dengan menggabungkan imej dari empat kamera, meningkatkan ketelitian dan kemudahan letak kereta.

Di bawah penutup enjin, Volkswagen membawa pelbagai sistem pemanduan yang dikemaskinikan kepada Golf. Pemanduan plug-in hybrid kini menawarkan kuasa yang lebih tinggi dan julat elektrik yang diperluas kira-kira 100 km. Selain itu, model-model ini dilengkapi dengan ffungsi pengecasan pantas DC, menekankan komitmen Volkswagen terhadap mobiliti yang cekap dan mampan.

Fasa pelancaran akan menyaksikan keseluruhan sembilan pilihan yang berbeza, termasuk hibrid ringan, hibrid plug-in, petrol turbo, dan diesel turbo, memenuhi pelbagai citarasa. Golf GTI, yang terkenal dengan prestasi sporty, telah mengalami penambahbaikan untuk kuasa yang lebih besar berbanding pendahulunya.

Model Golf baru dijangka akan tersedia untuk pesanan dalam beberapa minggu akan datang, membolehkan pelanggan merasai evolusi model ikonik ini. Dengan Volkswagen terus mendorong batasan inovasi, siri Golf yang diperkemaskinikan ini memberikan penghormatan kepada sejarahnya yang kaya sambil merangkul masa depan teknologi automotif.

Volkswagen Introduces Enhanced Golf Model Series for 50th Anniversary

Chief Storyteller — Wed, 24 Jan 2024 02:26:30 +0000

In a tribute to five decades of the iconic Golf, Volkswagen is set to unveil an upgraded version of its bestseller, promising an array of advancements for customers. The enhanced Golf series boasts a host of features, including a redesigned front end, next-generation infotainment system, and efficiency-focused drive systems.

The new Golf

The new Golf GTE

The new Golf GTI

The new Golf Variant

A standout feature marking this milestone is the illuminated Volkswagen logo, making its debut on the Golf. The LED headlights and reimagined IQ.Light 3D LED tail lights contribute to the refreshed exterior, providing a modern and dynamic appearance. The interior is equally impressive, featuring an intuitive infotainment system with a user-friendly touchscreen (screen diagonal up to 12 inches), along with touch sliders for temperature and volume control, creating an immersive driving experience.

Adding to the allure, the new IDA voice assistant takes centre stage, offering natural language interaction for controlling various in-car functions, accessing online information, and integrating the innovative ChatGPT chatbot, showcased at CES 2024.

The enhanced Golf series introduces new assist systems, such as the upgraded Park Assist Plus, which simplifies parking manoeuvres by detecting suitable spaces and initiating the parking process. Park Assist Pro now allows drivers to guide their cars in and out of parking spaces using their smartphones, adding a new dimension to convenience.

A significant technological addition is the Area View system, providing a comprehensive 360-degree all-around view by merging images from four cameras, enhancing visibility and ease of parking.

Under the hood, Volkswagen is bringing an array of updated drive systems to the Golf. The plug-in hybrid drives now offer increased power and an extended electric range of approximately 100 km. Additionally, these models are equipped with a DC quick-charging function, emphasising Volkswagen’s commitment to efficient and sustainable mobility.

The launch phase will witness a total of nine diverse options, including mild hybrid, plug-in hybrid, turbocharged petrol, and turbocharged diesel, catering to various preferences. The Golf GTI, known for its sporty performance, has undergone enhancements for even more power compared to its predecessor.

The new Golf models are expected to be available for order in the coming weeks, allowing customers to experience the evolution of this iconic model. As Volkswagen continues to push the boundaries of innovation, the enhanced Golf series pays homage to its rich history while embracing the future of automotive technology.