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The new Golf R – countdown to world premiere has started

The new Volkswagen Golf R

More powerful, more dynamic, more efficient, more closely integrated, more digital. These are the characteristics of the new Golf R, the dynamic flagship of the eighth Golf generation. Another highlight of the new Golf R is the innovative all-wheel drive system featuring selective wheel torque control on the rear axle. The all-wheel drive system is controlled by a Vehicle Dynamics Manager that has been closely integrated with other running gear systems such the electronic front differential lock (XDS) and adaptive chassis control DCC. The new Golf R therefore offers optimum traction characteristics, neutral and precise handling, as well as maximum agility. The development goal was to achieve maximum driving pleasure at a previously unrivalled level. The corresponding drive output is generated by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged power plant in the most powerful version of the EA 888 engine series available for the new Golf. The high-tech, direct-injection engine is characterised by innovative solutions for individual details, such as integration of water-cooled exhaust gas routing to the turbocharger in the cylinder head or variable valve timing with dual camshaft adjustment.

A retrospective: it was an automotive sensation – the first Golf R322, introduced in 2002. With its 3.2-litre six-cylinder engine generating 177 kW (241 PS) it was the most powerful Golf that Volkswagen had built up to that point. It was also equipped with all-wheel drive and raced to 100 km/h in only 6.6 seconds. It sold three times as well as had been anticipated. From mid-2003, it was the world’s first Volkswagen available with a dual clutch gearbox (DSG). A technological benchmark in the compact class. In 2005, the second Golf R322 made its debut, and with 184 kW (250 PS)2 it was even more powerful and superior. Four years went by until the 2009 International Motor Show in Frankfurt: at this event, Volkswagen celebrated the world premiere of the successor on the basis of the sixth Golf generation, changing from a V6 naturally- aspirated engine to a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged engine (TSI)2 that was 21 percent more efficient. The R32 became the R and with it, the output of the third generation increased to 199 kW (270 PS)2. In September 2013, the fourth Golf R generation followed on the basis of the Golf 7, once again making its debut at the International Motor Show. With now 221 kW (300 PS)2, it broke through the magic threshold.

December 1, 2020

Golf GTI wins first ever ‘best all-rounder car’ title at inaugural Autocar Britain’s best cars awards

The new Volkswagen Golf GTI

At its inaugural Britain’s Best Cars ceremony, Autocar gave the Golf GTI its ‘All-Rounder’ award, praising the model for its ability to, in the words of the publication: “tackle every journey, task and occasion you can think of – not least keeping its driver interested.” Merit was awarded for versatility, practicality, space, agility and compactness, as well as performance and value, driver engagement and desirability.

The judges praised the Golf’s everyday usability, its fun-to-drive appeal, as well as the solid basis – the Golf 8 – from which the GTI is born. Praise was also given to the subtlety in which it communicates its special status to the world.

Available in the UK from £33,460 RRP OTR, the new Golf GTI is offered with both 6-speed manual and 7-speed DSG transmissions, and continues to feature the built-in blend of agility and comfort that has become synonymous with the model since its introduction, with enhancements introduced for the eighth-generation bolstering this appeal. The new Vehicle Dynamics Manager system, for instance, controls all of the Golf GTI’s electromechanically adjustable running systems such as the XDS electronic differential, alongside the new locking differential and optional adaptive dampers.

The Golf GTI has been a pantheon of versatility and all-rounder capability since its introduction in 1974, garnering millions of fans across the world for its ability to bring the thrills of sports-car like motoring into an altogether more affordable, versatile and reliable package. Autocar readers have previously voted the Golf GTI as their ‘Readers’ Champion’ in 2017, while the publication named the Golf its ‘Used Car Hero’ in 2019.

Elsewhere in the GTI range, the up! GTI was recently given the ‘Best Value’ title by The Sun, and ‘Value Car of the Year’ by TheSunday Times, while the latter also named the Golf its ‘Family Car of the Year’, as well as its overall ‘Car of the Year’ accolade.

Mark Tisshaw, Editor of Autocar, said: “No single car has done more than the Golf GTI, over eight model generations and more than 40 years, to demonstrate how ready people are to pay a premium for a hatchback of extra-special status and abilities, from which they know they can get their money’s worth in everyday use.

“It’s a car with an extra, more visceral layer of driver appeal than its predecessors, but it’s still a pragmatist at heart. It’s the kind of hot hatch that remembers the need to be a family hatchback and just blend in from time to time – a hot hatch with an off switch for driving granny to the shops. Which is why our Best All-Rounder winner can only be the brilliant Golf GTI.”

Andrew Savvas, Managing Director at Volkswagen UK, said: “The Golf GTI personifies the ’people’s car’ philosophy for which the Volkswagen brand is famous. Take a Golf: the benchmark compact family car described by many as ‘all the car you ever need’. Now add just the right amount of power, performance and driver engagement to the already crisp-handling standard car, and you’ve got a model that offers an entertaining driving experience, personality in abundance, performance aplenty yet also supreme everyday usability.

“The recognition being given to the Golf and Golf GTI by experts means so much – especially when in a category that encapsulates the model as much as this one. The GTI’s versatility, fun-loving spirit and iconic status are key to its appeal, and why it has been the go-to driver’s car for so many, for so long.”

November 16, 2020

The new Golf GTI Clubsport – world premiere of the 300 PS flagship GTI model

The new Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport

With the world premiere of the new Golf GTI Clubsport, Volkswagen is writing the next chapter of the successful Golf story. The Clubsport has a power output of 221 kW (300 PS) and is the new flagship model of the eighth Golf GTI generation. With its enhanced turbocharged engine, new fully connected running gear, and the brand new Nürburgring driving profile designed for the legendary Nordschleife track in Germany, the Golf GTI Clubsport marks a new milestone for driving dynamics among front-wheel-drive sports cars.

Outstanding driving dynamics. Many of the details in the Golf GTI Clubsport have been enhanced, including the even more agile turbocharged engine (EA888 evo4), which now delivers 221 kW (300 PS) and 400 Nm of torque, and the new sports running gear equipped with a new Vehicle Dynamics Manager. In the new Golf GTI, a new Vehicle Dynamics Manager already closely integrates control of the electronic differential locks (XDS) and the lateral dynamics components of the optional adaptive chassis control DCC. Even at this level, the feature offers noticeable performance benefits. In the new Golf GTI Clubsport, however, the standard electromechanical front-axle locking differential is now included in the Vehicle Dynamics Manager’s network for the first time.

Karsten Schebsdat, Head of Driving Dynamics, Steering and Control Systems at Volkswagen: “Networking all driving dynamics systems means that the new Golf GTI Clubsport handles even more neutrally and precisely than the classic Golf GTI. For the legendary Nordschleife track, we have also programmed a new Nürburgring profile, which specifically adapts the running gear components in the new Golf GTI Clubsport to this race track.”

A genuine Clubsport. It is obvious from the outset that the new Golf GTI Clubsport fits in on the race track, too: its customised front end is very striking. The bumper looks almost open at the bottom – only the radiator grille trim with the honeycomb design typical for GTI models and the larger aerodynamic wings offer resistance to the head wind. At the rear, the two-part roof spoiler catches the eye, which is a unique hallmark feature reserved exclusively for the Golf GTI Clubsport. The front spoiler and rear wing are much more than just design features – they significantly increase the downforce on the sports car. The Golf GTI Clubsport rolls off the production line in Wolfsburg with 18-inch alloy wheels fitted as standard. A special diffuser, a body lowered by 10 millimetres, and wider side sills also enhance the overall sporty impression. Another new feature: oval tailpipes replace the round version in the sports exhaust system, with one tailpipe positioned on the left and right of the body.

Countless GTI-specific features also customise the vehicle interior, including premium sport seats in ArtVelours, which even provide support when cornering at high speed, plus a sports steering wheel with perforated leather grip zones and paddles for the standard 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox (DSG). Aluminium-look pedals and other superior details round off the exclusive interior design.

A brief look back. Volkswagen is continuing the tradition of high-performance GTI models with the new Golf GTI Clubsport: the first Golf GTI Clubsport5 was launched in 2016 on the 40th anniversary of the iconic sports car. The original member of the Clubsport series developed 195 kW (265 PS) and temporarily delivered 213 kW (290 PS) using a boost function. This car was followed in the same year by the Golf GTI Clubsport S5 in a limited edition of 400 units with a continuously available output of 228 kW (310 PS). Driving the Golf GTI Clubsport S, pro race driver Benjamin Leuchter set a new lap record for front-wheel-drive vehicles on the Nordschleife at Nürburgring in May 2016. The time: 07:49:21 minutes.

November 9, 2020

Volkswagen scoops the Sunday times ‘car of the year’ and ‘manufacturer of the year’

VW UP1

The Volkswagen Golf and up! GTI led the charge with category wins at The Sunday Times Motor Awards, with the technology-packed Golf winning ‘Family Car of the Year’ and the plucky, fun-filled up! GTI taking the ‘Value Car of the Year’ title. The Golf’s breadth of appeal and position as the standard-setter for the C-segment were noted and praised by The Sunday Times judges, while the up! GTI’s clear Mk1 Golf GTI DNA was key to the pocket rocket’s success with the panel.

So far ahead of its competitors was the Golf, that it was also crowned overall ‘Car of the Year’, jointly with its Volkswagen Group stablemate, the Porsche Taycan. And last – though certainly not least – the fourth award went to the Volkswagen brand, which was named ‘Manufacturer of the Year’. The publication reserved particular praise for the brand’s range of MEB-based ID. cars, of which the ID.3 has already arrived on UK roads.

Volkswagen’s 2020 is set to continue this momentum, with the imminent arrival of the updated Arteon, new Arteon Shooting Brake and the revised Tiguan. Furthermore, high-performance R variants of the Tiguan and Touareg will arrive in early 2021, shortly followed by the Arteon R, and the ID.4 – the next chapter in the Volkswagen ID. story. The series versions of the ID.3 will also open for order in the coming weeks, making the wider line-up of the ground-breaking electric hatchback available to the motoring public.

The eighth-generation Golf has been praised by experts since its launch earlier this year for its dependable blend of quality, innovation, driving experience and appeal to all. It is a benchmark not only in its segment, but across the automotive industry overall – a true ‘People’s Car’. Alongside this proven recipe, the Golf was the first volume model in Europe to launch with innovative Car2X technology – a system with the potential to revolutionise car safety, providing advance warnings of dangers ahead, facilitated by its ability to pass details on to other Car2X-equipped cars. This way, notice can be passed back through traffic to give warning of an approaching hazard, emergency vehicle, or another unexpected scenario on the road.

Will Dron, Editor of The Sunday Times’ Driving.co.uk, said: “The Golf continues to be the benchmark against which all other family cars are judged. The new model is the perfect blend of forward-thinking and everyday practicality, with a modern but familiar shape and a strikingly high tech, minimalist interior. Its astonishingly wide selection of powertrains will suit every type of driver, too.

“The up! GTI, meanwhile, captures the spirit of the original Golf GTI — a pocket rocket that’s great fun to drive but won’t break the bank. And while Volkswagen is still developing high quality cars that are testament to its esteemed heritage, we also had to recognise the brand for its renewed focus on hybrid and electric models — the ID. range is one to watch and its arrival could mark another significant moment in the history of motoring.”

Andrew Savvas, Managing Director of Volkswagen UK, said: “During a year like 2020, recognition like this is inspiring for all at Volkswagen UK, with our icon – the Golf – awarded with ‘Family Car of the Year’ as well as the overall ‘Car of the Year’ title by The Sunday Times.

“The up! GTI’s success as ‘Value Car of the Year’ is also pleasing, given its status as a through-and-through driver’s car with GTI DNA running through it. It is a great value, brilliantly fun package.

To win the ‘Manufacturer of the Year’ award, though, is something else entirely. This recognises every car we offer, from the up! itself to the Touareg luxury SUV, and includes hot-off-the-press models like the newly-introduced ID.3, the upcoming ID.4, updated Tiguan, and a raft of exciting R models to set pulses racing. It also recognises the level of investment we are making, compared with other car brands, in the field of e-mobility. I am really pleased and proud for Volkswagen to receive this prestigious accolade.”

November 6, 2020

A double win for Volkswagen: new golf and ID.3 take victory in their categories at the German car of the year awards

Video: Electric mobility for all: Volkswagen Golf eHybrid

The judges had to choose between no fewer than 72 new models, split into five different categories: compact cars with a basic price of up to EUR 25,000 (Compact), premium models with a basic price of up to EUR 50,000 (Premium), more expensive vehicles in the luxury segment (Luxury), vehicles with alternative drive systems (New Energy), and sports cars (Performance). “Both the new Golf and the ID.3 won over our judges in their respective segments – though they faced some very tough competition,” says co-organizer Jens Meiners, a reporter for the German and US motoring press. Given the restrictions required due to the pandemic, Meiners had to deal with some unique challenges this year: “running a test event has never been more demanding. However, the program was never called into doubt. We believe that cars are still important, even during the coronavirus crisis – in fact, they may be more important than ever.”

“The new Golf and the ID.3 have already come out on top in a number of relevant comparison tests. The fact that the two top-of-the-range models were rewarded by the jury primarily for their environmentally friendly designs and innovations is also a very special form of recognition for all of us here at Volkswagen,” says Klaus Zellmer, Member of the Board of Management of Volkswagen Passenger Cars with responsibility for Sales, Marketing and After Sales, in response to the journalists’ decisions. “Environmentally friendly design and innovation are the most important cornerstones of our “Way to Zero” strategy, which aims to deliver zero-emissions mobility for all. With its highly efficient engines, the Golf plays just as an important role during the transformation phase as the fully electric and already carbon-neutral ID.3.”

November 2, 2020

Volkswagen Golf Estate R Line

2021 Golf Estate R Line1

World premiere for the new Golf Estate: the compact estate is now even more spacious, dynamic, and digital than ever before. The greater amounts of available space, comprehensive standard features, and new drive types with mild hybrid and twin dosing technology represent pioneering characteristics. The new Golf Alltrack as the all-wheel-drive Golf Estate with SUV genes is also making its debut. In Germany pre-sales for the Golf Estate will start tomorrow, 10 September, while further European countries will gradually follow.

Member of the Volkswagen Passenger Cars Board of Management responsible for Sales, Jürgen Stackmann: “as a compact, spacious model, the Golf Estate has already impressed more than 3 million customers since its debut in 1993. The latest generation inspires with its beautiful design and, with the most advanced cockpit in its segment, takes a giant step towards digitalization.

In addition, it scores high marks with efficient drives, maximum safety, and significantly more space – the perfect family car. And those who are looking for something more sporty will love the new Golf Alltrack. As a crossover between the Golf Estate and an SUV, it offers the perfect combination of space, innovation, and fun even off paved roads thanks to its all-wheel drive.“

Appealing vehicle exterior. In comparison with its predecessor, the new Golf Estate’s exterior design has become more clear-cut and dynamic. The front end clearly shows its close relation to the new Golf. Further back, the Estate shows its typical uniqueness featuring a roof section that becomes flattered towards the rear as well as a coupé-type, angled rear window. The new generation is 4,633 mm long and now boasts a wheelbase of 2,686 mm (respectively a 66 mm increase compared with its predecessor). This increase in length rearranges the proportions and makes the Golf Estate appear more elongated and flatter. The headlights and taillight clusters always feature LED technology.

Spacious vehicle interior. The increased exterior length and wheelbase benefit the vehicle interior of the Golf Estate. Five passengers can be accommodated in comfort in the new Golf Estate as the additional wheelbase length is used almost entirely for the interior. The interior length increases by 48 mm to 1,798 mm. As the legroom thereby also increases by 48 mm, the extra space has a particularly noticeable positive effect, especially in the rear. Passengers can stow their luggage in a generously dimensioned luggage compartment: when loaded up to the top edge of the rear seat backrest, it offers 611 liters of stowage space (6 liters more compared with the Golf Estate 7). With the vehicle loaded up to the roofline with an integrated luggage compartment net and the front seat backrests, the volume increases to 1,642 liters (an increase of 22 liters). If both hands are busy holding shopping or luggage, the optionally available, electrically operated rear boot lid can alternatively be opened using the sensor-controlled luggage compartment opener – by means of a foot gesture in front of the Golf Estate’s rear bumper.

New drive systems offer pure efficiency. Take the eTSI with 48 V technology and 7- speed dual-clutch gearbox, for example a 48 V belt-driven starter-alternator, 48 V lithium-ion battery, and the TSI engine merge to form a new mild-hybrid drive system. The benefits of the new eTSI include a significantly lower consumption, as the Golf Estate switches off the turbocharged direct-injection petrol engine whenever possible to coast along without generating any local emissions. For this reason, all eTSI engines have been paired up with an automatic dual-clutch gearbox (7-speed DSG) as standard. Without DSG the imperceptible changeover between coasting phase and TSI drive would not be possible. Moreover, the 7-speed DSG shifts gear very economically to thus also preserve energy. Innovative TDI engines are also available for the Golf Estate: in this case, so-called twin dosing – dual AdBlue® injection featuring two SCR catalytic converters (Selective Catalytic Reduction) – significantly cuts nitrogen oxide emissions (NOx) to make the soon-available TDI engines some of the world’s cleanest and most efficient diesel engines in the world.

New equipment lines and comprehensive standard features. Volkswagen has reconfigured the Golf Estate’s equipment matrix: above the basic “Golf” version, there will now be the “Life”, “Style” and “R-Line” equipment lines. The basic model’s enhanced standard features already include the Lane Assist lane departure warning system, Front Assist with City Emergency Braking System and Pedestrian Monitoring, the new oncoming vehicle braking when turning function, XDS electronic differential lock, the Car2X traffic hazard alert, the keyless comfort start system Keyless Start and automatic lighting control. Always as standard in the vehicle interior: Digital Cockpit Pro (digital instruments), Composition online infotainment system with 8.25-inch touchscreen, We Connect and We Connect Plus online services and functions, a multifunction steering wheel, Air Care Climatronic automatic air conditioner, and a Bluetooth telephone interface.

Independent model variant: the new Golf Alltrack. The second generation of the Golf Alltrack will also be launched together with the new Golf Estate. As a so-called crossover between the Golf Estate and the SUV world, the new Golf Alltrack features permanent all-wheel drive (4MOTION) as standard, increased ground clearance, an all-terrain look including specific bumpers, and a custom interior. With this equipment, the vehicle also proves to be a true all-rounder beyond paved roads, and thanks to permanent all-wheel drive it is suitable as a towing vehicle with a maximum trailer weight of 2,000 kg. In all other respects, the Golf Alltrack technically corresponds to the new Golf Estate: in addition to the digitalized cockpit, features include optional assist systems, such as Travel Assist (assisted driving up to 210 km/h) and the new IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlights.

Successful model. The Golf Estate has formed a permanent part of the Golf product range since 1993 with around 3 million units sold. To this day, a total of five generations of the model have been launched, each based on the hatchback version platform of the respective Golf generation. The models aiming to satisfy global demands are currently produced at the Wolfsburg site in Germany.

September 25, 2020

2020 Volkswagen Golf 8 GTI comes with enhanced drivetrain system and sexy new looks!

2020 Volkswagen Golf 8 GTI Golf GTI is considered an icon all around the world. And there’s a fine reason for that – this best-selling model has been changing the motorsport world since its launch 45 years ago. Now, Volkswagen launches its eighth Golf GTI generation and tries to make it the most digital of all previous versions. Additionally, engineers have added new gadgets and technical solutions, so there’s a lot to be reviewed! Let’s hop in!

Exterior design

2020 Volkswagen Golf 8 GTI

As expected, the body language embodies every aspect of the Golf GTI DNA. The vehicle showcases a clean and minimalistic design with numerous straight lines and flat surfaces. As it seems, along with making it technologically advanced, the Volkswagen team has aimed a futuristic aesthetics. Engineers have achieved this result via incorporating a clean and aggressive front face, accompanied by sexy wheels and a tight and expressive rear-end.

Furthermore, the design adopts a LED strip in the headlights mirrors in the red line, which runs across the front of the vehicle when the daytime running lights are activated, or when the driver approaches with the key. Another instantly recognizable feature is the large and single-peace honeycomb grille. The optional foglights are now in the form of X and integrated into the grille. Neat!

The mentioned wheels are 17-inch Richmond aluminum-alloys and can also be specified in an 18-inch variant set. Furthermore, there are also different designs that are available in 17-, 18-, and 19-inch sizes. These all are accompanied by sexy red brake calipers and bespoke spoiler that extends the roofline – and all together contribute to that aggressive and sporty stance.

Interior design

2020 Volkswagen Golf 8 GTI

As with the exterior design, the interior features tons of GTI styling cues, all along with next-gen technologies.

The sporty steering wheel has been transformed into a new multifunctional wheel with touch controls. Also, the three silver spokes have been retained, with a red outline on the lower spoke. The plaid seat design is now being called Scalepaper and features red seams with grey and black plaid with all the decorative seams and edges are in red. Neat!

Furthermore, the digital display starts up as soon as the doors are opened. The entire cluster is comprised of the well-known Digital Cockpit and the Infotainment system suite. There are an 8.25-inch screen and a larger 10-inch Discover Pro monitor available as an optional feature. Regardless of which system is fitted, the visual and functional fusion of internal technologies creates a consistent and pretty impressive digital architecture.

Drivetrain system

2020 Volkswagen Golf 8 GTI

New Golf GTI features a new Vehicle Dynamics Manager control system, which controls the XDS electronic differential lock, the VAQ electronically-controlled, and torque-sensing limited-slip differentials, and also the optional DCC adaptive damping system.

Additionally, the vehicle is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged direct-injection EA888 TSI power unit that generates a total of 242hp and 370Nm of torque. This unit is mated to a standard six-speed gearbox or the optionally available dual-clutch automatic one.

Additionally, vehicle’s control arm bearings, springs and bump stops on the front suspension have been completely revised, as well as the damping hydraulics. The rear axle also features a new bearing and spring setup, with reconfigured helper springs and damper bearings. As with the front axle, the rear one also features new damping hydraulics.

And last, but certainly not least, the progressive variable-rate steering system is now a standard feature in the latest Golf GTI. This system is different from a standard one because of the variable steering rack and the pinion gearings. Also, the system has been further enhanced with a more direct ratio and new software and software algorithms. The variable-ratio on the steering reduces the effort required when maneuvering and parking, but on winding roads the steering is more direct. From lock to lock there are exactly 2.1 turns. Sweet!

Source: Volkswagen

May 18, 2020

Volkswagen Group wins numerous awards at the Automotive Brand Contest

2020 Volkswagen Group Portfolio Volkswagen team has dominated the Automotive Brand Contest 2020 and has secured a total of five awards in the automotive design segment. First of all, the ID.3, VW’s all-electric model that shows the future, was named “Best of Best” in at least two categories. Second, the new Golf and the ID. SPACE VIZZION concept was also among this year’s award winners.

The ID Lineup Award Winners

Generally, ID.3 was recognized for its super-expressive exterior design concept and interior ambiance. Furthermore, the jury was impressed with the vehicle’s advanced drivetrain system that has proven not only efficient but also capable of tackling down numerous road challenges. Being one of Volkswagen’s leading models, ID.3 has received exclusively positive feedback both from brand enthusiasts and since its debut has taken home as many prizes and awards. Furthermore, the ID.SPACE VIZZION, the seventh model in the ID. the lineup has taken the first prize at the “Concepts” category.

New VW Golf model

As it comes to the Golf lineup, Volkswagen’s trustworthy bestseller, the eighth-generation has emerged as the victor in this year’s event. The demanding panel has awarded 2019 Golf with “Exterior Volume Brand” and “Interior Volume Brand” awards.

About Automotive Brand Contest

ABC was established back in 2011 and honors the outstanding and advanced breakthroughs in the automobile world. Also, the Contest draws attention to the importance of brands and models for the entire industry and points out distinctive solutions and approaches that would be most influential in the future.

Source: Volkswagen

May 4, 2020

The most authentic, original and best preserved Golf goes on sale!

A super-rare 1979 Volkswagen Golf GTI 1.6 Mk1 Series 1 in museum quality condition with “Unicorn” status will go under the hammer with leading online classic car auction house, The Market.

This super-early right-hand drive, 4-speed variant has covered less than 17,000 miles from new in the hands of only three registered owners, making it possibly the best preserved and most original and most well-known Golf GTI Mk 1 on the market at the moment. In fact, this particular vehicle is so famous that there’s even a Corgi Vanguards Classics 1:43 scale model, which is an exact miniature replica of the vehicle itself!

Originally purchased for for £5,132.39 in September 1979, the classic VW is expected to sell between £31,000 and £42,000 when it goes under the hammer with online auctioneer The Market, beginning on 19^th March and closing on 25^th of March.

The vehicle also comes with its famous “ENT 847V” registration plate. This particular serial number has featured in numerous specialist magazines. Finished in Black with silver and black tartan seats, the vehicle is complete with numerous original and rare features. These include the small and early-type rear light cluster, non-locking fuel cap, Wofsburg three spoke steering wheel, genuine Wolfsburg mud flaps, Toric T-76 buckle-less seat belts and golf ball gear knob. The 4-speed gearbox model was only available for three months in late 1979 before the 5-speed gearbox system was introduced.

Typically for the lineup, the car doesn’t have a sunroof, rear fog lamp, radio, aerial or passenger door wing mirror, all of which are staple features today, but expensive options back in the day.

The Golf was treated to recommissioning by renowned Mk1 Golf expert Crazy Quiffs of Wallingford at the cost of £7,000. This included strip of the underside of the car and replacement of dampers, brake components and fuel lines in order to ensure safety. The engine was also removed for cleaning, the gearbox rebuilt and the clutch assembly replaced.

1979 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Source: The Market

March 9, 2020

Volkswagen presents new 2020 Golf lineup

2020 Volkswagen Golf Volkswagen will unveil the eighth-generation Golf GTI at the Geneva Motor Show, alongside the GTE and diesel GTD models. The new vehicles offer more power, next-gen driver interface, and more contemporary design. Neat!

Exterior Design

The new family member proudly showcases a dynamic front-end with new LED headlights design that is positioned low down and form a striking crossbar in conjunction with the radiator grille. Additionally, towards the top of the hood, there’s a narrow line, which contributes to that sporty expression. The color of the line depends on the model – red for the GTI, blue for the GTE and silver for the GTD.

Additional features include a large honeycomb-pattern grille, framed on the outside by black applique, with a striking wing-like design on the sides. The GTI insignia also includes the optional foglights, which are integrated into an X-shape into the air intake grille.

2020 Volkswagen Golf

The side catches the eye with neat 17-inch Richmond aluminum-alloy wheels, which can be changed for the optional 18-inch and 19-inch rim variants. Through them the new red brake calipers can be seen. GTI and GTD versions carry a unique badge with their respective lettering on the side of the front fender. All models feature wider side skirt sills covered in black and a race-car-style splitter design.

At the rear new Golf showcases new LED taillight clusters, a sporty diffuser, and an exclusive tailpipe design – the GTI has one tailpipe on the left and one on the right, GTD has a double tailpipe on the left, while there is no visible tailpipe for the GTE.

Interior design

2020 Volkswagen Golf

Engineers have crafted a distinctive and dynamic interior with numerous details – the sporty steering wheel features three silver double spokes and recessed Wolfsburg emblem, the golf ball shifter knob, and tartan GTI sport seats.

Although the vehicle features tons of new electronic features, there are also many classic details that the engineers and designers decide to retain within the new Golf. The final result is simply beautiful – the fine balance between technologically-advanced machine and conventional utilities have been reached.

The Innovision Cockpit extends upwards upon opening the doors in the Golf GTI, GTE and GTD. It is a blend of the top-of-the-range version of the 10.25-inch Digital Cocpit and the 10-inch navigation system. Sweet!

Drivetrain system

2020 Volkswagen Golf

The new GTI is powered by an EA888 evo4 245hp 2.0-liter turbocharged and direct-injected four-cylinder engine. The maximum available torque is 273pound-feet. This unit is mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox.

On the other hand, GTE features a plug-in hybrid drivetrain system consists of an EA211 150hp 1.4-liter turbocharged power unit, and a 114hp electric motor mated to a 6-speed DSG system. The maximum torque that the engines can deliver is 295lb-ft.

GTD, the long-range sporty Golf, features an RA288 evo series 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine with a total output of 200hp and 295lb-ft of torque. What is notable for this particular lineup is the new SCR catalytic converters set with dual AdBlue injection that altogether greatly reduce nitrogen oxide emissions compared to predecessor models. Sweet!

Source: Volkswagen

February 27, 2020

Volkswagen presents new Golf 8 lineup!

2019 Volkswagen Golf 8 Being one of the most popular and successful lineups since its debut, Golf hasn’t stopped impressing both fans and skeptics. And now VW proudly presents the new family member – Golf 8. The vehicle marks the next page of lineup’s evolution and offers an electrified drivetrain system, digitalized interior, and advanced engineering solutions. Let’s check out more, shall we?

In terms of technologies, the main one concerning the new Golf 8 is the hybrid system. Being the first model to be available with a choice of five hybrid drive options, new Golf debuts a 48V lithium-ion battery and new eTSI engines. This means that fuel consumption is cut down with nearly 10 percent and the overall agility and road behavior are dramatically boosted. The output levels are measured at 81 kW / 110 PS, 96 kW / 130 PS and 110 kW / 150 PS. Additionally, VW engineers have included neat innovations! Such is the twin-dosing technology with two SCR catalytic convertors.

2019 Volkswagen Golf 8

Of course, as a contemporary machine, the new generation of the best-seller can also be specified with a plug-in system. The efficient systems ensure 150 kW / 204 PS and 180 kW / 245 PS respectively. Both versions come with a revised 13kWh lithium-ion battery and can cover a range of up to 60 kilometers with a single charge. Neat!

In terms of utility gadgets and features, Golf 8 comes with online connectivity unit (OCU), which includes integrated eSIM links to “We Connect” and “We Connect Plus” online functions and services. The vehicle also brings Car2X: this is a function that signals from the traffic infrastructure and information from other vehicles up to 800 meters away. The Golf 8 also shares this information with other Car2X models. Neat! In fact, swarm intelligence is becoming more and more popular technology and as it seems, it will start a new phase in the world of traffic safety.

2019 Volkswagen Golf 8

Source: Volkswagen

October 25, 2019

JMS announces new exclusive body kit for VW Golf 3

2019 JMS Volkswagen Golf 3 There’s an exclusive body kit for Golf 3 by JMS team. Remaining one of the most popular machines for upgrade and tuning, the 3^rd series of the notorious VW lineup still has a lot to demonstrate.

For this particular project, JMS designers includes a front bumper that is both massive and cleaner in design and features three large air vents, a rocker panel set and a rear bumper. This rear bumper doesn’t have any pre-fabricated cutouts for the exhaust pipes and it can be individually adapted for every exhaust system. Additional goodies include a lightweight hood and an eye-catching orange body finish.

Furthermore, this exclusive upgrade comes with Hella clear glass headlights and lowered body height due to the addition of KW Variant 1 coilover suspension system. Unfortunately, the mounted three-part 8×17-inch Zender rims are no longer unavailable.

However, as an optional equipment, JMS studio offers sporty exhaust systems and manifolds.

The high-quality JMS products can be purchased at car dealerships, well-stocked specialist retailers and of course, directly from JMS Fahrzeugteile.

It is always a good idea to witness how a contemporary tuning studio finds ways to refresh a popular old model (should we dare to say an old school one?!) and showcase that there’s still energy and potential to Volkswagen’s most popular lineup.

2019 JMS Volkswagen Golf 3