Volkswagen has launched the restyled version of the Golf GTI Clubsport, addressing many of the issues of the original Mk8 Golf.
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Among the improvements are physical buttons on the steering wheel, replacing the irritating touch controls, and a faster and more efficient infotainment system, similar to that of the new Passat.
The design changes are subtle, with new LED headlights and taillights, along with slight revisions to the bumpers.
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Inside, Volkswagen focused on enhancing quality and technology. The new 12.9-inch infotainment system is more responsive and has a simplified interface, including a voice assistant integrated with ChatGPT, which can control various functions of the car.
The engine remains the same 2.0-liter turbo, delivering 296bhp and 295lb ft of torque, enough to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.6 seconds. The gearbox is a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic, and the steering setup has been adjusted to improve response and weight.
The GTI Clubsport also includes a “Nurburgring” driving mode, which adjusts the engine, gearbox, and steering to more extreme settings, but keeps the suspension softer to handle uneven surfaces. This mode is ideal for winding roads.
Although the new Golf GTI Clubsport is already on sale in Europe, Volkswagen has not yet confirmed its exact price, but a slight increase is expected compared to the previous model, which cost around $47,300.
Volkswagen has also ensured that the gasoline GTI will remain available until at least 2028, despite the growing legislation on electric vehicles.
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