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  • <p>The eighth-generation Volkswagen Golf continues to be one of VW's most important models, perhaps the most important one. While it likely will be a year or two before it reaches dealers in the United States, if the standard models make the trip at all, our drive in Germany revealed it to be a competent and high-tech evolution. Read the full story <a href="https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a30148344/2020-vw-golf-euro-drive/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:here;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">here</a>.</p>
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    View Photos of the 2020 Volkswagen Golf

    The eighth-generation Volkswagen Golf continues to be one of VW's most important models, perhaps the most important one. While it likely will be a year or two before it reaches dealers in the United States, if the standard models make the trip at all, our drive in Germany revealed it to be a competent and high-tech evolution. Read the full story here.

  • <p>The Mark VIII Volkswagen Golf features a unique face that stands out both in its segment and among other VW models.</p>
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    The Mark VIII Volkswagen Golf features a unique face that stands out both in its segment and among other VW models.

  • <p>In Europe, the Golf launches with gasoline and diesel engines that make up to 148 horsepower. More-powerful GTI and Golf R models follow later.</p>
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    In Europe, the Golf launches with gasoline and diesel engines that make up to 148 horsepower. More-powerful GTI and Golf R models follow later.

  • <p>The Golf's turbocharged 1.5-liter inline-four flexes its technology with a belt-driven 48-volt hybrid system and cylinder deactivation.</p>
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    The Golf's turbocharged 1.5-liter inline-four flexes its technology with a belt-driven 48-volt hybrid system and cylinder deactivation.

  • <p>VW remains loyal to the manual transmission and developed a new six-speed 'box for the new Golf. A seven-speed dual-clutch automatic is optional.</p>
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    VW remains loyal to the manual transmission and developed a new six-speed 'box for the new Golf. A seven-speed dual-clutch automatic is optional.

  • <p>The 266 lb-ft of smooth torque from the optional 2.0-liter TDI engine available in other markets makes us wish for a return of the Golf's diesel engine in the U.S.</p>
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    The 266 lb-ft of smooth torque from the optional 2.0-liter TDI engine available in other markets makes us wish for a return of the Golf's diesel engine in the U.S.

  • <p>For the U.S. market, only the sportier and more-powerful GTI and Golf R models are confirmed so far. We expect the Mark VIII Golf R to make around 330 horsepower.</p>
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    View Photos of the 2020 Volkswagen Golf

    For the U.S. market, only the sportier and more-powerful GTI and Golf R models are confirmed so far. We expect the Mark VIII Golf R to make around 330 horsepower.

  • <p>As with the seventh-gen Golf, the new version's suspension, steering, and braking systems are finely tuned for precision and ease of use.</p>
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    As with the seventh-gen Golf, the new version's suspension, steering, and braking systems are finely tuned for precision and ease of use.

  • <p>VW has made the switch to a mostly screen-based driver interface in the new Golf. Models equipped with automatic transmissions also feature a small stub of an electronic shift lever.</p>
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    VW has made the switch to a mostly screen-based driver interface in the new Golf. Models equipped with automatic transmissions also feature a small stub of an electronic shift lever.

  • <p>While the Mark VIII Golf's display screens give it a high-tech vibe, its interior materials in general don't look or feel as premium as we'd like.</p>
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    While the Mark VIII Golf's display screens give it a high-tech vibe, its interior materials in general don't look or feel as premium as we'd like.

  • <p>Along with the GTI and Golf R models, the eighth-generation Golf also will be sold in Europe with both three- and four-cylinder gas engines, three versions of the 2.0-liter TDI diesel four, and two plug-in hybrid models.</p>
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    View Photos of the 2020 Volkswagen Golf

    Along with the GTI and Golf R models, the eighth-generation Golf also will be sold in Europe with both three- and four-cylinder gas engines, three versions of the 2.0-liter TDI diesel four, and two plug-in hybrid models.

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<p>The eighth-generation Volkswagen Golf continues to be one of VW's most important models, perhaps the most important one. While it likely will be a year or two before it reaches dealers in the United States, if the standard models make the trip at all, our drive in Germany revealed it to be a competent and high-tech evolution. Read the full story <a href="https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a30148344/2020-vw-golf-euro-drive/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:here;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">here</a>.</p>
<p>The Mark VIII Volkswagen Golf features a unique face that stands out both in its segment and among other VW models.</p>
<p>In Europe, the Golf launches with gasoline and diesel engines that make up to 148 horsepower. More-powerful GTI and Golf R models follow later.</p>
<p>The Golf's turbocharged 1.5-liter inline-four flexes its technology with a belt-driven 48-volt hybrid system and cylinder deactivation.</p>
<p>VW remains loyal to the manual transmission and developed a new six-speed 'box for the new Golf. A seven-speed dual-clutch automatic is optional.</p>
<p>The 266 lb-ft of smooth torque from the optional 2.0-liter TDI engine available in other markets makes us wish for a return of the Golf's diesel engine in the U.S.</p>
<p>For the U.S. market, only the sportier and more-powerful GTI and Golf R models are confirmed so far. We expect the Mark VIII Golf R to make around 330 horsepower.</p>
<p>As with the seventh-gen Golf, the new version's suspension, steering, and braking systems are finely tuned for precision and ease of use.</p>
<p>VW has made the switch to a mostly screen-based driver interface in the new Golf. Models equipped with automatic transmissions also feature a small stub of an electronic shift lever.</p>
<p>While the Mark VIII Golf's display screens give it a high-tech vibe, its interior materials in general don't look or feel as premium as we'd like.</p>
<p>Along with the GTI and Golf R models, the eighth-generation Golf also will be sold in Europe with both three- and four-cylinder gas engines, three versions of the 2.0-liter TDI diesel four, and two plug-in hybrid models.</p>
<p>2021 Volkswagen Golf</p>
<p>2021 Volkswagen Golf</p>
<p>2021 Volkswagen Golf</p>
<p>2021 Volkswagen Golf</p>
<p>2021 Volkswagen Golf</p>
<p>2021 Volkswagen Golf</p>
<p>2021 Volkswagen Golf</p>
<p>2021 Volkswagen Golf</p>
<p>2021 Volkswagen Golf</p>
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The eighth-generation of VW's Golf hatchback embraces an increasingly digital and advanced future yet remains an excellent driver's car.