The Mk8 VW Golf has arrived in Australia. At launch, the Mk8 Golf line up consists of seven variants, which include two wagons and the hot-blooded GTI. However, the line up is expected to grow to eight or nine variants when the Golf R joins the party, in hatch and wagon form. Also read: VW Golf Mk8 to launch in more RHD countries, Malaysia by 2H 2021 Volkswagen Group Australia (VGA) says that the highlight of the new-generation Golf is the standard inclusion of its IQ.Drive ADAS suite, which inc

The eighth-generation of Volkswagen's iconic hatchback, the Mk8 VW Golf, makes its official launch in Singapore. Two variants are available at launch, the Golf Mild Hybrid 1.5 eTSI - with three equipment packages (Life, Life Plus, and R-Line) - and the Golf GTI. What's new outside? Starting outside, the classic Golf body lines remain, wrapped with modern touches like LED headlights (standard across the range) in front. The Golf's distinctive C-pillar design remains very much intact when viewed s

Previously, we shared a guide on what you need to know if you were on the market for a used VW Jetta. But what if you prefer something without a boot? A hatchback then? One that drives as well - or better - than the Jetta? Then perhaps the VW Golf TSI is right up your alley. In this guide, we will discuss both the Mk6 and Mk7 (which includes the Mk7.5 as well) TSI versions. Whilst the Golf Mk6 Golf is mechanically similar to the Jetta, the biggest change in the Mk7 is that it utilises the newer

The eighth-generation (Mk8) Volkswagen Golf was introduced globally late last year but before markets outside of Europe could get their hands on it, Covid-19 happened and plans have been affected. So, here’s what we know about the Golf Mk8 so far. 1. When is it coming to Malaysia? In left-hand drive Europe, the Golf Mk8 went on sale in December last year and for the right-hand drive UK market, sales began in February. Shortly before the world stood still. Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM

The most popular hatchback in the world – the Volkswagen Golf – has debuted in its eighth generation, Mark 8 (Mk8). It sits on an updated version of Volkswagen Group’s MQB platform and the dimensions are just a tad larger than before save for the width, measuring at 4,284 mm in length (26 mm longer), 1,789 mm in width (10mm narrower) and stands 1,456 mm tall (4 mm taller). The wheelbase measures at 2,636 mm (16mm longer). The Mk8 Golf gets five hybrid powertrains, three of which are mild hybrids

How about a word association game? Just think of the word off the top of your head. Volkswagen! If it’s anything other than Golf, then hopefully this time Volkswagen will be able to change that. Here’s the eighth generation (Mk8) Golf, albeit in rendering and sketches. But fret not, all will be revealed on the 24th of October so mark your calendars. The Mk8 Golf sports a revamped exterior design, being more dynamic than before and yet still recognisable as a Golf from all sides. Inside, it has a