Volkswagen is preparing to unveil a refreshed version of the eighth-generation VW Golf. This facelift holds significant importance for both the brand and the car itself, especially as the model commemorates its 50th anniversary in 2024.
The world premiere of the new Golf will take place already at the end of January – and like its predecessors, it will bring numerous innovations into series production, according to VW.
In 1974, the Golf succeeded the Volkswagen Beetle
It was an automotive revolution when Volkswagen presented the first Golf and thus the successor to the legendary Beetle in 1974: with front-wheel drive (instead of rear engine) and a variable overall concept thanks to the large boot lid and folding rear seat backrest.
In addition, the straight-line design created by Giorgetto Giugiaro helped Volkswagen adopt a new style, which was also continued in its successors.
The Golf quickly became a true “Volkswagen”, and the first million units were sold as early as 1976. More than 37 million vehicles have been delivered to date. This makes the compact car the most successful European car, the best-selling Volkswagen of all time – and an icon.
In the anniversary year 2024, Volkswagen will present the evolutionary development of the eighth Golf generation. It will impress with visually refined features, new assist systems and powertrains, and also next-generation infotainment systems and software. The pre-sales scheduled for spring 2024.
“No matter which generation – the secret of success was and still is the sum of all its characteristics. This is because the Golf has always been a perfect companion for everyday life, embodying versatility, functionality, reliability and quality,” writes VW.
“Over the decades, the portfolio has been expanded to include further variants: whether Golf GTI, Golf Cabriolet or Golf Variant, or many others.
“With each new model generation, state-of-the-art technologies, safety concepts and convenience features have been incorporated into the compact class.
“The Volkswagen Golf has thus democratised not just technologies such as the monitored catalytic converter and anti-lock braking system, but also airbags, cruise control and electronic assist systems as well as mild and plug-in hybrid drives.”
