[Fuel Efficiency AtoZ]
Volkswagen Hatchback Golf Gains Popularity with Good Fuel Economy
Official Fuel Efficiency: Combined 17.8 km/L · Highway 21.3 km/L
Futuristic Interior and Advanced Features Equipped
Competitive Price in the 30 Million KRW Range
There is a hatchback model that has maintained steady popularity in the Korean market, known as the "graveyard of hatchbacks." It is Volkswagen's steady seller, the Golf. Volkswagen cites driving performance, competitive pricing, and fuel efficiency as the reasons for the Golf's popularity.
The 2.0ℓ TDI engine equipped in the 8th generation Volkswagen Golf delivers a maximum output of 150 horsepower and a peak torque of 36.7 kg·m. It offers powerful driving performance along with high fuel efficiency. The Volkswagen Golf is officially rated at a combined fuel efficiency of 17.8 km/ℓ (15.7 km/ℓ in the city, 21.3 km/ℓ on the highway). Golf owners often express high satisfaction with real-world fuel efficiency that exceeds the official ratings.
The Golf is a model symbolizing Volkswagen, first launched in 1974. Since its release, it has achieved global sales of 36 million units as of 2022. In Korea, it has enjoyed steady popularity since the 8th generation model was introduced in 2022. The hatchback Golf has an overall length of 4285mm, optimized for urban driving. The wheelbase is 2636mm, making it comfortable for five adults to ride. The trunk capacity is 381ℓ by default and expands up to 1237ℓ when the rear seats are folded down.
Additionally, the 8th generation Golf features a futuristic interior realized through ergonomic design and advanced functions. It comes standard with a 10.25-inch high-resolution Digital Cockpit Pro and a 10-inch MIB3 Discover Pro infotainment system. The new infotainment system enhances driver convenience with a wide display and the latest interface.
The 8th generation Golf is equipped with the advanced driver assistance system "IQ.Drive" as standard across all trims. This system includes advanced driving assistance features that actively support driving within a wide speed range up to 210 km/h from a standstill, Travel Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, and Adaptive Cruise Control with stop-and-go functionality.
One of the biggest strengths of the 8th generation Golf is its competitive price in the 30 million KRW range. The price is set at 38.4 million KRW for the 2.0 TDI Premium and 39.9 million KRW for the 2.0 TDI Prestige.
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