Whats New for the 2018 Volkswagen Golf?

Drivers who are in the market for a new wagon may be interested in the many new changes found in the Volkswagen Golf. The Golf has been a popular vehicle in this class for many years because of its perfect combination of performance and sporty style, and the 2018 model has some intelligent updates that make it an even better choice for your next vehicle. On the exterior of the Golf, the bumper, headlights, taillights and grille have subtle yet attractive updates. Volkswagen has added a few attractive exterior colors to your list of options for 2018. There are also noticeable updates to the performance capabilities, the safety features and the interior options in most 2018 trims.

Head-Turning Trims & Features

Volkswagen understands that its drivers have different needs in a new wagon, and it has created several trim levels for buyers to choose from. In 2018, the trims are the SportWagen, Alltrack, GTI and R. All 2018 trims now have an improved media system. To accommodate this new system, the trims each have a larger full-color touchscreen display screen. The performance R trim also includes adaptive LED headlights and a digital instrument display as standard features. The interior of all trims for 2018 is well-designed and boasts an exceptional selection of features. Just of few of the standard items include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, cruise control buttons on the steering wheel, a sound system, climate control, power seats, powered door locks, one-touch windows and more. When you stop by David Maus Volkswagen South, you will be able to learn more about the four trim levels available for the 2018 Golf and about the standard features in each one.

Sporty Performance Under the Hood

Selecting the right wagon to purchase may be easy to do when you learn about the incredible performance capabilities of the 2018 Volkswagen Golf. Even the base trim level is well-equipped with an I4 turbocharged, 1.8-liter engine, which provides you with 199 foot-pounds of torque with 170 horsepower. You can choose between a manual transmission, an automatic transmission or a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission in the Alltrack trim and in the Sportwagen trim. Looking at the GTI trim, the I4, 2.0-liter engine is capable of providing you with 220 horsepower and 225 foot-pounds of torque. In addition, this trim level has been enhanced with larger brake pads, a DCC adaptive suspension and VAQ differential. Automobile shoppers who opt for the performance R trim for 2018 will benefit from an I4, turbocharged 2.0-liter engine. This engine delivers 229 horsepower, and the R also has a navigation system in addition to all of the same mechanical features as you will find in the GTI trim.

Safety, Your Top Priority

Volkswagen takes your safety on the road seriously, and it has made a few upgrades in this area in the 2018 Golf. In all 2018 trims except in the most basic one, drivers can benefit from a pedestrian sensor on the front collision system, automatic braking and a front collision warning system. These updated safety features are combined with many of the same safety features from the 2017 model. These standard features in all trims include LED headlights, daytime running lights, several front and side airbags, a deactivation feature for the front passenger airbag, stability control, child safety door locks, traction control, child seat latches in the back row and an engine immobilizer feature.

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