14 October 2019

New Golf debuts next week

Volkswagen is to have the world premiere of its new Golf next week, on 24 October, writes Brian Byrne.

It will be the eighth generation of what is now the modern icon of the company’s range.

So far only teased with the illustration above, the new car will be on a revised version of the company’s MQB platform, and will feature mild hybrid technology.

No major changes to the car’s long-serving style cues are anticipated when it is revealed in the metal at VW’s Wolfsburg headquarters.

A strong focus on connectivity, driver assistance and safety technology, and enhanced driving dynamics will feature on the new Golf.

There will be GTI and R versions as the car is rolled out in various global markets. Both are expected to receive substantial power boosts.