Up Close with the Volkswagen Golf: A Tech-Packed German Masterpiece

Alongside familiar family models like the Viloran and Teramont President, the spotlight of the exhibit shines on an exciting name for speed enthusiasts: the Volkswagen Golf.

With the 1.5 eTSI Life variant, Volkswagen delivers not just a versatile urban hatchback but also reinforces its distinct “German quality” through a blend of timeless design and modern mild-hybrid technology.

Exterior-wise, the Golf Life retains the essence of a 5-door B+ segment hatchback with compact dimensions, ideal for navigating bustling city streets. Even as a standard version, it impresses with its sleek LED matrix headlights connected by a slim positioning strip. The enlarged air intakes not only optimize aerodynamics but also lend a sporty, robust look to the front fascia.

At the rear, the dynamic LED taillights with integrated turn signals provide a modern, premium signature when driving at night.

Inside, the Golf Life showcases Volkswagen’s digital focus with the Digital Cockpit system, featuring a 10.25-inch instrument cluster and an 8.25-inch infotainment screen supporting wireless connectivity. The meticulously crafted interior includes a 3-zone Climatronic automatic climate control with Aircare air filtration and customizable 10-color ambient lighting.

Safety highlights include a comprehensive suite of features: 7 airbags, automatic emergency braking (AEB), adaptive cruise control (ACC), and blind-spot monitoring.

The Life variant features a 1.5L turbocharged Mild Hybrid powertrain with a 48V electric motor, delivering up to 148 horsepower and 250Nm of torque. This setup is praised for its smooth acceleration, responsive low-end torque, and fuel efficiency. The Active Cylinder Technology (ACT) further optimizes performance by deactivating cylinders when unnecessary.

Officially, this version consumes approximately 5.4 liters/100 km combined, 6.8 liters/100 km in urban settings, and 4.6 liters/100 km on highways. Additionally, it boasts VW’s premium chassis, featuring a complex McPherson front suspension and multi-link rear suspension—a rare configuration in its class that balances comfort and high-speed stability.

The Volkswagen Golf’s presence at the Dong Anh exhibition center not only enriches the German brand’s lineup but also offers a valuable “counter-trend” choice in a market saturated with electric vehicles and SUVs.

TH (Tuoitrethudo)