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Following its premiere in February 2025 at the Volkswagen Indaba in Kariega, the new Volkswagen Golf is now available for sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Volkswagen Golf has a rich history in South Africa, dating back to its 1978 launch with the Mk1 (first generation), which quickly gained acclaim for reliability and performance. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A media release issued by the Volkswagen South Africa Communications department stated that the vehicle is locally assembled at the Volkswagen production plant in Kariega, and it became affordable and popular with South African customers. Its success continued with the launch of the second generation model in 1984, praised for improved quality, followed by the third generation in 1993 and the fourth generation in 1999, with the latter becoming a top seller in the local market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The fifth and sixth generation models were introduced with class-leading technology and safety, while the seventh generation, launched in 2013, brought further refinement. The Golf’s enduring appeal lies in its blend of quality, performance and design style.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The eighth-generation model continues this legacy, cementing the Golf as a key model for Volkswagen in South Africa. When the new Golf was launched in South Africa in 2021, it was not offered with the venerable and efficient 1.4 TSI engine variant. However, with the introduction of the updated model, the 1.4 TSI engine, producing 110kW has made a return to the line-up to mark the return of the icon.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The new Golf impresses with a next-generation infotainment system, a more intuitive operating concept, a sharper front and rear end design as well as efficient drive systems.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Revamped front and rear and new light design. The new Golf can be recognised by its new front end. Visually defining features include the Volkswagen logo, which is illuminated for the first time on the Golf, and the newly designed LED headlights. The top-of-the-range IQ.Light LED matrix headlights incorporate a new high-performance main beam with a range of up to 500 metres.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The new Golf is available in the Life, Life Plus, R-Line and R-Line Plus equipment lines.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The new VW Golf. Credit: Supplied.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Golf Life, a perfect blend of style and technology. It features Eco LED headlights for better visibility and efficiency. Stay connected with Wireless App Connect and a Cruise Control System. Inside, it features a 10.3-inch Infotainment Radio, a 6-speaker audio system, a 10-colour Ambient Lighting Dashboard and a 10-inch Integrated Digital Cockpit. The Life derivative comes standard with 16-inch Norfolk alloy wheels.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The 10.3-inch infotainment radio, a 6-speaker audio system, a 10-colour ambient lighting dashboard and a 10-inch Integrated digital cockpit of the new VW Golf. Credit: Motopress<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

In addition to the Life standard equipment, the Life Plus derivative features Driver Profile Selection, a rear view camera, 30-colour ambient lighting and an Art-velours sports comfort seats package.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The R-Line derivative features R-Line seat trim covers with headrest integrated into the seat for a sporty look, body-covered bumpers in R-Line style including 17-inch Coventry alloy wheels complemented with LED plus headlamps, Park Assist with Park Distance Control, Progressive steering with sports suspension, Climatronic 3-zone automatic climate control with allergen filter and controls in the rear, keyless entry, and Multi-Function heated steering wheel with shifting paddles.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to the R-Line standard features, the R-Line Plus is offered with IQ Matrix LED Headlights with an illuminated VW front logo, a power adjustable driver seat, an active high beam, heated and cooling front seats, Vienna leather seats with R-Line logo in front, pedals in brushed stainless steel and 18-inch Leeds alloy wheels.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The 18-inch Leeds alloy wheels of the new VW Golf. Credit: Motopress<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The new Golf 1.4TSI with 110kW engine is mated to an 8-speed Tiptronic transmission. The engine develops maximum torque of 250 Nm available between 1,500\u20134 000 rpm. The Golf delivers a fuel-efficient 6.3 l\/100 km and accelerates from 0\u2013100 km\/h in just 8.5 seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The gear system of the new VW Golf. Credit: Motopress<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

As part of the launch activities, Volkswagen will host a National Dealer Day through our dealer network where customers will get an opportunity to test drive the new entry T-Cross, Tiguan 2.0 TDI and 2.0 TSI in addition to the Golf 1.4 TSI models.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Volkswagen Golf comes standard with a 3-year\/120 000 km warranty, a 5-year\/90 000 km service plan, and a 12-year anti-corrosion warranty. The service interval is 15 000 km.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prices (VAT and emissions tax included)\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Golf 1.4 TSI 110kW Tiptronic Life R580 900<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Golf 1.4 TSI 110kW Tiptronic Life Plus R604 500<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Golf 1.4 TSI 110kW Tiptronic R-Line R660 000<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Golf 1.4 TSI 110kW Tiptronic R-Line Plus R688 100<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The interior of the new VW Golf. Credit: Motopress<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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