{"id":37277,"date":"2019-10-25T17:39:01","date_gmt":"2019-10-25T15:39:01","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/autodesignmagazine.com\/?p=37277"},"modified":"2019-10-25T17:39:01","modified_gmt":"2019-10-25T15:39:01","slug":"volkswagen-golf-8-a-new-era","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/autodesignmagazine.com\/en\/2019\/10\/volkswagen-golf-8-a-new-era\/","title":{"rendered":"VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 8, A NEW ERA"},"content":{"rendered":"

Since the debut of the first Golf 45 years ago designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro, this Volkswagen has always been a vehicle that merged high levels of everyday suitability with a clear-cut, accurate design. The new Golf continues this approach. A prime example of aesthetics and function: the outline. The dominant design element in this context is the C-pillar, characteristic for the Golf. It makes the body dynamic towards the front, concentrates it towards the rear and transfers the iconic shape of the original Golf into the present.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The ideal ratio of greenhouse (roof section plus glass panels) and body (lower section from the window line) also lends the new Golf a strong presence while the deep-drawn roof line adds an authentic, sporty character. Just as striking: powerful shoulder sections and a very strong rear section, the charismatic front section with intentionally narrow radiator grille and an all-round undercut as a sharp line at the height of the door handles. Led technology replaces any conventional lighting technology in all versions \u2013 in this process, the new lighting design becomes a dominant and unmistakeable style element of the eighth Golf generation.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The new Golf is a vehicle that has been more closely connected to the driver than ever before. The basis for this are standard digital instruments (Digital Cockpit) with a 10.25-inch display, an Infotainment system (8.25-inch touchscreen featuring online connection) and a multifunction steering wheel. Merging the Digital Cockpit and Infotainment system creates a new, consistently digital architecture.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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The driver\u2019s digital workplace can be further enhanced by two optional 10-inch Infotainment systems. In conjunction with the large Discover Pro navigation system, this creates the Innovision Cockpit. A windscreen headup display is also available. The centre console is also characterised by perfect ergonomics: this area is now tidier than ever, particularly in conjunction with the now significantly smaller shift-by-wire gear knob for the dual clutch gearbox (DSG).<\/p>\n<\/div>

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