2020 Photos, engines & full specs
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Body style: Hatchback
Segment: Compact
Infotainment: 
Apple CarPlay 
Android Auto
Production years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
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Volkswagen had been producing the Golf VII for 5 years now, and the Golf VIII is a very important model. It shares the same chassis with its older brother, and we could say that the Golf VIII’s interior looks pretty avant-garde, having two large touchscreens. They can be used with gesture controls as well. The rather clean design has no physical buttons and is equipped with touch sensitive surfaces.
For the automatic transmission, the regular lever has been replaced by a little paddle. In front of the paddle there’s a surface that allows wireless charging for the phone. The infotainment system has sharp graphics and the driver and passengers can connect their drives via the Apple Car play or the Android Auto. For Android users, the device can only be connected with a wire. Voice commands are also available for this model. For example, the driver could ask the intelligent system to start heating the seat(s).
The car can also be equipped with Automatic Park Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control with predictive speed detection. The new Golf is super easy to drive and has good visibility. The steering is both nice and light. It is equipped with progressive brakes, but very efficient in case of emergency.
The adaptive suspension can be chosen as an option and the suspension’s stiffness can be manually modified. Ambient colors are also an option and have multiple pre-defined combinations.
VOLKSWAGEN Golf VIII 5 Doors 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
4 gasoline engines
- 1.0L TSI (6MT (90 HP)
- 1.0L TSI 6MT (110 HP)
- 1.5L TSI 6MT (130 HP)
- 1.5L TSI 6MT (150 HP)
2 diesel engines
- 2.0L TDI 6MT (115 HP)
- 2.0L TDI 7AT (150 HP)
5 hybrid engines
- 1.0L eTSI 7AT (110 HP)
- 1.4L TSI 6AT (204 HP)
- 1.4L TSI 6AT (245 HP)
- 1.5L eTSI 7AT (130 HP)
- 1.5L eTSI 7AT (150 HP)
VOLKSWAGEN Golf VIII 5 Doors
1.0L TSI (6MT (90 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.0L TSI (6MT (90 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L3 |
| Displacement: | 999 cm3 |
| Power: | 66.2 KW @ 5000-6000 RPM 90 HP @ 5000-6000 RPM 89 BHP @ 5000-6000 RPM |
| Torque: | 129 lb-ft @ 2000-3000 RPM 175 Nm @ 2000-3000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.7 in (4285 mm) |
| Width: | 70.4 in (1788 mm) |
| Height: | 57.3 in (1455 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61/59.8 in (1,549/1,519 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 103.8 in (2637 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 5.6 in (142 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 13.4 cuFT (379 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.275 |
VOLKSWAGEN Golf VIII 5 Doors
1.0L TSI 6MT (110 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.0L TSI 6MT (110 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L3 |
| Displacement: | 999 cm3 |
| Power: | 80.9 KW @ 5000-6000 RPM 110 HP @ 5000-6000 RPM 108 BHP @ 5000-6000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.7 in (4285 mm) |
| Width: | 70.4 in (1788 mm) |
| Height: | 57.3 in (1455 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61/59.8 in (1,549/1,519 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 103.8 in (2637 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 5.6 in (142 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 13.4 cuFT (379 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.275 |
VOLKSWAGEN Golf VIII 5 Doors
1.5L TSI 6MT (130 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L TSI 6MT (130 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1499 cm3 |
| Power: | 95.6 KW @ 5000-6000 RPM 130 HP @ 5000-6000 RPM 128 BHP @ 5000-6000 RPM |
| Torque: | 148 lb-ft @ 1400-4000 RPM 200 Nm @ 1400-4000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 133 mph (214 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.7 in (4285 mm) |
| Width: | 70.4 in (1788 mm) |
| Height: | 57.3 in (1455 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61/59.8 in (1,549/1,519 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 103.8 in (2637 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 5.6 in (142 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 13.4 cuFT (379 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.275 |
VOLKSWAGEN Golf VIII 5 Doors
1.5L TSI 6MT (150 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L TSI 6MT (150 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1499 cm3 |
| Power: | 110.3 KW @ 5000-6000 RPM 150 HP @ 5000-6000 RPM 148 BHP @ 5000-6000 RPM |
| Torque: | 184 lb-ft @ 1500-3500 RPM 250 Nm @ 1500-3500 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 139 mph (224 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.7 in (4285 mm) |
| Width: | 70.4 in (1788 mm) |
| Height: | 57.3 in (1455 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61/59.8 in (1,549/1,519 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 103.8 in (2637 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 5.6 in (142 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 13.4 cuFT (379 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.275 |
VOLKSWAGEN Golf VIII 5 Doors
2.0L TDI 6MT (115 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TDI 6MT (115 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1998 cm3 |
| Power: | 84.6 KW @ 3250-4000 RPM 115 HP @ 3250-4000 RPM 113 BHP @ 3250-4000 RPM |
| Torque: | 221 lb-ft @ 1750-3250 RPM 300 Nm @ 1750-3250 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
| Fuel: | Diesel |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 126 mph (203 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 10.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.7 in (4285 mm) |
| Width: | 70.4 in (1788 mm) |
| Height: | 57.3 in (1455 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61/59.8 in (1,549/1,519 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 103.8 in (2637 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 5.6 in (142 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 13.4 cuFT (379 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.275 |
VOLKSWAGEN Golf VIII 5 Doors
2.0L TDI 7AT (150 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 2.0L TDI 7AT (150 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1998 cm3 |
| Power: | 110.3 KW @ 3500-4000 RPM 150 HP @ 3500-4000 RPM 148 BHP @ 3500-4000 RPM |
| Torque: | 266 lb-ft @ 1750-3000 RPM 360 Nm @ 1750-3000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Common Rail |
| Fuel: | Diesel |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 139 mph (224 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.8 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-Speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.7 in (4285 mm) |
| Width: | 70.4 in (1788 mm) |
| Height: | 57.3 in (1455 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61/59.8 in (1,549/1,519 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 103.8 in (2637 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 5.6 in (142 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 13.4 cuFT (379 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.275 |
VOLKSWAGEN Golf VIII 5 Doors
1.0L eTSI 7AT (110 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.0L eTSI 7AT (110 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L3 |
| Displacement: | 999 cm3 |
| Power: | 80.9 KW @ 5000-6000 RPM 110 HP @ 5000-6000 RPM 108 BHP @ 5000-6000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Hybrid |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 139 mph (224 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 7-speed automatic DSG |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.7 in (4285 mm) |
| Width: | 70.4 in (1788 mm) |
| Height: | 57.3 in (1455 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61/59.8 in (1,549/1,519 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 103.8 in (2637 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 5.6 in (142 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 13.4 cuFT (379 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.275 |
POWER SYSTEM SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Power pack: | Lithium-Ion |
| Notes |
|---|
| 48 V system will be used in vehicles in addition to the 12 V system |
VOLKSWAGEN Golf VIII 5 Doors
1.4L TSI 6AT (204 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L TSI 6AT (204 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1395 cm3 |
| Power: | 150 KW @ - RPM 204 HP @ - RPM 201 BHP @ - RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Hybrid |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic DSG |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.7 in (4285 mm) |
| Width: | 70.4 in (1788 mm) |
| Height: | 57.3 in (1455 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61/59.8 in (1,549/1,519 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 103.8 in (2637 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 5.6 in (142 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 13.4 cuFT (379 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.275 |
POWER SYSTEM SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Power pack: | Lithium-Ion |
| Nominal Capacity: | 13 kWh |
| Notes |
|---|
| - |
VOLKSWAGEN Golf VIII 5 Doors
1.4L TSI 6AT (245 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.4L TSI 6AT (245 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1395 cm3 |
| Power: | 180.2 KW @ - RPM 245 HP @ - RPM 242 BHP @ - RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Hybrid |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic DSG |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.7 in (4285 mm) |
| Width: | 70.4 in (1788 mm) |
| Height: | 57.3 in (1455 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61/59.8 in (1,549/1,519 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 103.8 in (2637 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 5.6 in (142 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 13.4 cuFT (379 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.275 |
POWER SYSTEM SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Power pack: | Lithium-Ion |
| Nominal Capacity: | 13 kWh |
| Notes |
|---|
| - |
VOLKSWAGEN Golf VIII 5 Doors
1.5L eTSI 7AT (130 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L eTSI 7AT (130 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1499 cm3 |
| Power: | 95.6 KW @ 5000-6000 RPM 130 HP @ 5000-6000 RPM 128 BHP @ 5000-6000 RPM |
| Torque: | 148 lb-ft @ 1400-4000 RPM 200 Nm @ 1400-4000 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Hybrid |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 133 mph (214 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 9.2 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 7-speed automatic DSG |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.7 in (4285 mm) |
| Width: | 70.4 in (1788 mm) |
| Height: | 57.3 in (1455 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61/59.8 in (1,549/1,519 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 103.8 in (2637 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 5.6 in (142 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 13.4 cuFT (379 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.275 |
| Notes |
|---|
| 48 V system will be used in vehicles in addition to the 12 V system |
VOLKSWAGEN Golf VIII 5 Doors
1.5L eTSI 7AT (150 HP)
ENGINE SPECS - 1.5L eTSI 7AT (150 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | L4 |
| Displacement: | 1499 cm3 |
| Power: | 110.3 KW @ 5000-6000 RPM 150 HP @ 5000-6000 RPM 148 BHP @ 5000-6000 RPM |
| Torque: | 184 lb-ft @ 1500-3500 RPM 250 Nm @ 1500-3500 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Turbocharged Direct Injection |
| Fuel: | Hybrid |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Top Speed: | 139 mph (224 km/h) |
| Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Drive Type: | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox: | 7-speed automatic DSG |
BRAKES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Front: | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear: | Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
|---|---|
| Tire Size: | 195/65 R15 |
DIMENSIONS | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 168.7 in (4285 mm) |
| Width: | 70.4 in (1788 mm) |
| Height: | 57.3 in (1455 mm) |
| Front/rear Track: | 61/59.8 in (1,549/1,519 mm) |
| Wheelbase: | 103.8 in (2637 mm) |
| Ground Clearance: | 5.6 in (142 mm) |
| Cargo Volume: | 13.4 cuFT (379 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.275 |
| Notes |
|---|
| 48 V system will be used in vehicles in addition to the 12 V system |