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The ultimate buyer’s guide Volkswagen Golf

“Latest Golf boasts advanced in-car technology, a selection of hybrid powertrains and refreshed exterior styling”

Data Sheet

Engines: 1.0 & 1.5 petrol, 2.0 diesel, 1.4 hybrid Trim levels: Golf,, Life, Style, R-Line Economy: TBC Road tax: £135-145 0-62: 8.8s (2.0 TDI) Euro NCAP: ★★★★★

Styling

LIKE all Golfs, the Mk8 doesn’t differ all that radically from its predecessor, but there are enough new touches to keep it looking sharp

Drive

THE new Golf offers the kind of assured, comfortable and confidence-inspiring driving experience we’ve come to expect from the model

Engine

AS WELL as the plug-in hybrid GTE, the regular petrol Golfs are available as ‘mild hybrids’ with a modest electric power boost improving efficiency

Digital Dashboard

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