Volkswagen has expanded the Mk8 Golf line-up again, with a new turbocharged 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine. The new powertrain boosts the hatchback’s number of engine choices to six and lowers its entry-price to £23,300.
In the Golf, Volkswagen’s 108bhp 1.0-litre three-cylinder engine offers a 0–62mph time of 10.2 seconds and top speed of 126mph. economy and emissions figures stand at 53.3mpg and 129g/km of CO2 respectively – and the engine will only be available with a six-speed manual gearbox in Volkswagen’s lower mid-range Life specification.
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Later this year, the Mk8 Golf range will expand again, with Volkswagen adding its popular R-Line trim-level, along with a base trim, the Golf Estate and the performance-focused GTE, GTI, GTD and R variants.
Standard equipment for the Golf Life includes 16-inch alloy wheels, automatic LED headlamps, automatic windscreen wipers, front and rear parking sensors, electrically heated and adjustable door mirrors and keyless start. buyers also get lane assist, adaptive cruise control and a dynamic road sign display system.
Inside, there’s an equally comprehensive level of equipment, including a 10.25-inch digital instrument binnacle, wireless smartphone charging, a 10-colour customisable interior lighting setup and a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with sat-nav and voice control. Both front seats are adjustable for height and lumbar support.