It is a busy year for Volkswagen South Africa and the first planned launch is the release of its newest entry-level Golf, set to hit the market in the first quarter of 2025. This latest iteration of the hatchback comes with a next-generation infotainment system, enhanced user interface and refined front and rear design, alongside highly efficient powertrains.

The new Golf features a striking new front end, with notable highlights such as the Volkswagen logo, which is illuminated for the first time on this model and newly designed LED headlights. The top-tier IQ.LIGHT LED matrix headlights boast a high-performance main beam with a range of up to 500 metres.

The new Golf will be available in four distinct equipment lines: Life, Life +, R-Line, and R-Line +. Each version offers unique features and upgrades tailored to different preferences.

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The Golf Life combines style with advanced technology, featuring Eco LED headlights for improved visibility and efficiency. It includes Wireless App Connect and a Cruise Control System for enhanced driving convenience. Inside, the Life model offers a 12,9-inch Infotainment Radio, a 6-speaker audio system, 10-colour Ambient Lighting Dashboard and a 10-inch Integrated Digital Cockpit. It comes standard with 16-inch Norfolk alloy wheels.

The Life + variant boasts Driver Profile Selection, a rear-view camera, 30-colour ambient lighting and an Art-velours sports comfort seat package.

The R-Line version includes a Multi-Function heated steering wheel with paddle shifters, Progressive steering with sports suspension, Climatronic 3-zone automatic climate control with allergen filter and rear controls, keyless entry, R-Line seat trim covers with integrated headrests, Park Assist with Park Distance Control and 17-inch Coventry alloy wheels with LED plus headlamps.

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The R-Line + offers premium features such as IQ Matrix LED Headlights with an illuminated VW front logo, power-adjustable driver’s seat, active high beam, heated and cooled front seats, Vienna leather seats with R-Line logo, brushed stainless steel pedals and 18-inch Leeds alloy wheels.

The new Golf is equipped with a 1.4TSI 110 kW engine paired with an 8-speed Tiptronic transmission. This engine delivers a maximum torque of 250 Nm, available between 1 500 r/min and 4 000 r/min.

Prices (VAT and emissions tax included)

Golf 1.4l TSI 110kW Tiptronic Life                  R580 900

Golf 1.4l TSI 110kW Tiptronic Life +               R604 500

Golf 1.4l TSI 110kW Tiptronic R-line              R660 000

Golf 1.4l TSI 110kW Tiptronic R-line +           R688 100

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