VW Golf: New impressions of next-generation

UK's AutoExpress has some new impressions of the VW Golf VI which we would like to share with you.

Traditional Golf design features, such as the rising waistline and chunky C-pillars, are set to continue, while changes are inspired by the forthcoming Tiguan SUV. Its new grille features a pair of distinctive horizontal bars, while the redesigned, squared-off headlamps are narrower than before. At the back, the light clusters are more angular.

According to insiders, the new Golf will use the existing car's platform, but feature a less complicated multi-link rear suspension set-up. This move is to reduce production times, leading to big cost savings for the manufacturer during the build process.

Engines will be carried over from the existing line-up, although a turbo­charged 120bhp 1.4-litre motor will replace the current 1.6 FSI petrol unit. The new powerplant will debut in the Golf Estate later this year.

The clever turbo and supercharged 1.4-litre TSI will still be offered, while performance fans will welcome the next-generation GTI. It may also benefit from a larger-capacity version of the advanced TSI engine.

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Source: AutoExpress

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