Volkswagen recently debuts the 2017 Volkswagen Golf a restyling of the previous generation that has been serving since 2012. The new Golf and Golf GTI features a more modern design and with many new features that are set to impress. Check out the specs, price, release date and everything to know about the update here.
Exterior Changes
Volkswagen recently debuted the most important update made in the Golf since it launched to the market the seventh generation MK7 in 2012. So what new aesthetic is present on the new Golf? There aren't radical changes to the design but several details help convey a more modern, fresh and dynamic look.
At the front of the new 2017 Volkswagen Golf, the new LED headlights will get one's attention. The lighting technology used for lighting during the daytime running lamps as well as for the group of rear lights, which also use newLED while lighting. The redesign tailpipes should also be noted as well as the availability of new body colors and new wheel designs.
Interior Changes
The technology takes over the interior of the new Golf beginning with its new huge touch screen that increases to 9.2 inches. Through this touch screen the latest infotainment system will be controlled. It also allows handling through gestural control and other options.
The Volkswagen Golf becomes more technological and "connected" model because it allows different applications and services using one's smartphone through the Infotainment system. It can reach full potential with MirrorLink, Android Auto and Apple carplay. It also includes for the first time the Car-Net "Security Service" package to make use of services such as emergency call or assistance.
Returning to the interior design, one can realize that with simple changes, the 2017 Volkswagen Golf is able to create a more minimalist and elegant atmosphere. Conventional controls are distributed and some of them disappear. New upholstery and trim can also be seen, according to Telegraph.
Want more? Volkswagen uses the update of its popular model to add new systems and items of equipment such as driving aids. Golf debuts new systems as the "Front Assist" or "Traffic Jam Assist" system, designed for heavy traffic lines and/or deductions. And not forgetting the adaptive cruise control, the notice of involuntary lane departure or emergency braking with pedestrian recognition.
2017 Volkswagen Golf Engine Range
Volkswagen ntroduces various novelties in the mechanical section. The main one is the arrival of new engine Evo 1.5 TSI four-cylinder engine with active cylinder management (ACT) which gives a power of 150 hp and 250 Nm of torque, according to Top Gear.
This engine will add the new BlueMotion version which will have a power of 131 hp and 200 Nm. It includes a driving function "sailing" (coasting) with engine off. That is, the TSI engine is completely switched off when the driver takes his foot off the accelerator. A function that has very practical to drive on roads with steep slopes where no need press the accelerator.
2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI Updates
The Volkswagen Golf GTI also gets a little push, it will bring to 230 hp. While the Volksawgen Golf GTI Performance and will reach 245 hp. The new Volkswagen Golf GTE and Volkswagen e-Golf will put the icing, efficient, to the Golf range, offering 50 km of autonomy (according to test cycle) and 300 kilometers in electric mode, respectively.
Watch the new Volkswagen Golf here:
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