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The Volkswagen Golf’s status as one of the greatest cars of all time has been cemented by two ‘legend’ awards.

The Golf – which is celebrating its 50th birthday – was crowned The Sunday Times Legend Car of the Year as well as The Sun Legend Car at the News UK Motor Awards 2024.

Launched in 2018, the News UK Motor Awards bring together the editorial expertise and audiences of The Times, The Sunday Times, The Sun and talkSPORT. The awards are judged by leading automotive journalists from across News UK’s titles and champion best-in-class cars in all segments, including luxury, sports, family, adventure and electric.

These News UK Motor Awards are the latest chapter in a success story for the Golf that spans five decades, and come hot on the heels of other accolades and events celebrating the model’s 50th birthday. Just a few weeks ago, at the British Motor Show, the car was named Best Car of the Half Century. Media guests from around the world also took to the skies above Cappadocia, Turkey, in a uniquely designed hot-air balloon to mark the 50th anniversary, watched by thousands of people who gather in the region every morning to see the bucket-list ballooning tourist attraction.

Will Dron, editor of The Sunday Times website Driving.co.uk, said: “With one of the great automotive icons turning 50, there was only one contender for our legend award this year. The Golf is still the hatchback that acts as the benchmark for all contenders; a classless family car fit for everyone from painters to princesses.

“The Mk 8 always had the potential to be one of the greats of a distinguished lineage and the latest update adds polish to a winning formula. Happy birthday, Volkswagen Golf — here’s to the next half century!”

Rod McLeod, Director of Volkswagen UK, said: “Over five decades the Golf family has, with good reason, established itself as a cornerstone not just of the Volkswagen line-up in the UK but, also, of the British motoring scene as a whole. Today’s revised models demonstrate why these cars have woven themselves into the fabric of British life thanks to their classless appeal, exceptional quality and peerless practicality. With new infotainment technology and more style than ever, the latest Golf is now cementing that success still further.”

The latest Volkswagen Golf is available from UK Retailers now in 10 guises – Life, Match, Style, R-Line, Black Edition, GTE, GTI, GTI Clubsport, R and R Black Edition – with prices starting from £27,420 (on-the-road recommended retail price, including VAT).

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Driving the new all-electric ID.7 Pro S, the Volkswagen Team Switzerland headed by project lead Felix Egolf, an expert in long-distance driving with electric cars, successfully covered a total of 794 kilometres with a single battery charge in a net driving time of 15 hours and 42 minutes. This significantly exceeded the model’s maximum WLTP range (combined) of up to 709 kilometres. The comfortable touring saloon was driven on public roads and in normal traffic flow throughout the entire daytime journey.

The vehicle was driven on an approximately 81-kilometre circuit in the Zug metropolitan area south of Zurich. The route profile was in line with everyday driving and included main through-roads, motorway sections and country roads with hilly transitions. Eight different drivers covered a total of 794 kilometres in two consecutive days on just one battery charge. This is roughly equivalent to the route from Basel to Emden in northern Germany, where the ID.7 is built. The average consumption was an exceptionally low 10.3 kWh/100 km. In comparison, the lowest WLTP value of the model is 13.6. Converted to diesel, the average consumption achieved corresponds to only about 1.1 litres per 100 km.

The range of 794 km was driven during the day in normal traffic flow in the middle of last week – with an average speed of 51 km/h. The remaining range displayed was two kilometres. Another interesting detail: the model driven was not the most range-favourable equipment variant of the ID.7 Pro S. According to WLTP calculations, the vehicle, which features optional equipment such as the Comfort package, IQ.DRIVE assist systems package, Plus exterior package and a heat pump, would have reached a WLTP range of 700 km01.

Driving as far as possible with as little consumption as possible. Extremely energy-efficient driving is Felix Egolf’s field of expertise, he is a so-called hypermiler. In 2020 and 2021, the Swiss driver completed two record-breaking drives in the ID.3: once, he significantly exceeded the theoretical range of the ID.31st from Zwickau in Saxony (Germany) to Schaffhausen (Switzerland) by covering 531 km. In the second record attempt with a larger battery, the ID.3 Pro S05 managed a total of 602 km on a single charge – across 15 Alpine passes and with 13,000 metres of altitude.

ID.7 Pro S – efficiency champion in the model series. Thanks to its new efficiency drive and excellent aerodynamics (drag coefficient of 0.23 depending on equipment), the ID.7 Pro S is economical on the road. Depending on optional equipment, a combined WLTP consumption of 16.2 to 13.6 kWh/100 km was determined for the ID.7 Pro S. With the most range-favourable equipment, the WLTP range is up to 709 km. The charging times are short: In 10 minutes – the time needed for a coffee break – energy for approx. 244 km flows into the battery at 200 kW06 charging power; in about 26 minutes it is charged again from 10 to 80 percent.

The optional Electric Vehicle Route Planner in the ID.7 is also helpful – this calculates an optimum route taking into account the current battery charge and the available charging stations along the route. It shows the driver the best charging points and plans the necessary charging stops to make the journey efficient. It also takes real-time traffic data into account to find the fastest and most convenient route.

Article source: www.volkswagen-newsroom.com

01. ID.7 Pro S with equipment - Combined power consumption 13.8 kWh/100 km; combined CO₂ emissions 0 g/km; CO₂ class: A 

02. ID.7 Pro S - Combined power consumption 16.2-13.6 kWh/100 km; combined CO₂ emissions 0 g/km; CO₂ class: A

03. Range determined on the rolling road test bed in accordance with the Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP) in the most range-favourable equipment variant. The actual WLTP range values may differ depending on the equipment. The actual range achieved under real conditions varies depending on the driving style, speed, use of comfort features or auxiliary equipment, outside temperature, number of passengers/load, topography and the ageing and wear process of the battery

04. The stated net battery energy content is a typical battery value, regardless of the vehicle. It is determined with a constant load profile under defined boundary conditions and takes into account the full range of battery energy content that can be used in the vehicle until the vehicle comes to a standstill. The actual discharge energy may differ from this because it depends on the specific driving profile and the battery temperature. The homologated range specification according to the WLTP legislation corresponds to the usable discharge energy for a new vehicle

05. ID.3 Pro S - Combined power consumption 16.4–15.6 kWh/100 km; combined CO₂ emissions 0 g/km; CO₂ class: A

06. Maximum possible charging power. Different charging stations can differ in their charging behaviour for the same kW output. In addition to the kW output of the charging station, the maximum charging current also has an influence on the amount of energy flowing. Furthermore, the ambient and battery temperature as well as the state of charge influence the maximum possible charging power. The specified maximum charging power is determined under WLTP conditions at a temperature of approx. 23° C and a state of charge of five percent or more. If these variables change, the charging power may also deviate from the standard specification

07. ID.7 Pro S - Combined power consumption 16.2-13.6 kWh/100 km; combined CO2 emissions 0 g/km; CO2 class: A

The new Tayron has arrived! – The large Volkswagen SUV with five or optionally seven seats is positioned between the Touareg (premium class) and the Tiguan (mid-class). Authentic: its clear and powerful SUV design. Best-in-class: the comfort levels. Superior: the high-quality feel. Generous: the space available. In the Tayron, five passengers can enjoy up to 885 litres of luggage space for travelling on holiday. A total of seven efficient drive systems will soon be available. The range includes two next-generation plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (eHybrid). They can achieve electric ranges of over 100 km and long journeys with up to 850 km between two refuelling stops. In addition, with the ability to tow up to 2.5 tonnes, the Tayron is a stylish yet well-equipped towing vehicle for trailers of all shapes and sizes. Pre-sales for the new Tayron open tomorrow on Thursday, 10 October.

Thomas Schäfer, CEO of Volkswagen Passenger Cars: “The new Tayron is a bona fide Volkswagen: its quality is reflected in every detail; it is comfortable and practical for everyday life, and it is available with a wide range of drive systems. With this new Volkswagen SUV, we are further expanding our range in a growing segment and closing the gap between our best-seller, the Tiguan, and our luxury SUV, the Touareg. I am convinced that the Tayron will make its mark and be well received by our customers.”

Martin Sander, Member of the Volkswagen Brand Board of Management responsible for Sales, Marketing and After Sales: “The new Tayron combines everything that a Volkswagen stands for: versatility, comfort and new technology. With up to seven seats, a premium interior, generous storage space and innovative drive systems, the large SUV is the ideal companion for families and adventurers alike. At the same time, we are making a clear statement with the Tayron: practicality and efficiency complement one another perfectly – for a driving experience that is up to our high standards.”

Kai Grünitz, Member of the Volkswagen Brand Board of Management responsible for Development: “Following on from the Tiguan and Passat, the Tayron benefits from the advantages of the MQB evo, too. With numerous technology modules, it impresses with a new generation of plug-in hybrid drives with electric ranges of over 100 kilometres, premium-level interior quality, intuitive infotainment system and the latest generation of driver assist systems including voice control with ChatGPT.”

Powerful exterior design and a premium feel inside. Measuring around 4.8 m in length, the Tayron is characterised by a clear, striking SUV design. At the front, LED headlights and the standard illuminated Volkswagen badge create an unmistakeable light signature as night falls. The same applies to the rear with its full-length LED crossbar and illuminated Volkswagen logo. Sharply drawn lines emphasise the premium feel of the Tayron and its elongated silhouette. This approach is also reflected in the interior: here, the design03 is dominated by surfaces with a pleasant feel and, depending on equipment, elegant materials such as ArtVelours Eco03 (microfibre) and authentic open-pore wood03 as well as illuminated decorative trim.

Extensive standard equipment. The SUV’s entry-level package is known as the Life02 equipment line, which is followed by two top-of-the-range packages: Elegance0204 and R-Line02. As the entry-level version, the Life version of the Tayron already offers a wide range of standard equipment. This includes nine airbags, a three-zone automatic air conditioner, 10-colour background lighting, a multifunctional driving experience control (controls the driving profiles – including all-wheel drive profiles for 4MOTION models –, audio volume and activation of Atmospheres as pre-programmed lighting and audio moods), an infotainment system (screen measures 32 centimetres across the diagonal) with an activatable navigation function and App-Connect Wireless (for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto), digital instruments, LED headlights including automatic main beam control (Light Assist), illuminated Volkswagen logo at the front and rear, 3D tail light clusters, sun blinds in the rear doors, as well as 17-inch alloy wheels.

Large range of assist systems. The Tayron Life’s standard assist systems include adaptive cruise control (ACC), the oncoming vehicle braking when turning function, lane change system (Side Assist), lane keeping system (Lane Assist), an automatic emergency braking system including pedestrian and cyclist monitoring (Front Assist), Park Assist Plus, rear view camera system, dynamic road sign display and the new exit warning system. As an extension of the lane change system, the latter can – within the system limits – prevent one of the doors from being opened if another road user approaches from behind.

Attractive equipment options. Optional highlights include systems such as the adaptive chassis control DCC Pro, IQ.LIGHT HD matrix headlights with interactive lighting functions and Travel Assist for assisted longitudinal and lateral guidance. Also available: the IDA voice assistant with ChatGPT integration (in conjunction with the optional Discover infotainment package), a tilting and sliding panoramic sunroof, a 700-watt sound system from Harman-Kardon, leather upholstery with electrically adjustable seats including a massage and ventilation function, plus an electrically activated child safety lock for the rear.

Mild hybrid, plug-in hybrid, petrol or diesel. After launching all versions with a mild hybrid drive (eTSI)01, Volkswagen will also offer the Tayron with two plug-in hybrid drives (eHybrid), two turbocharged petrol engines (TSI) and two turbocharged diesel engines (TDI). All drive systems are coupled to an automatic direct shift gearbox (DSG). Even the entry-level eTSI01 engine with an output of 110 kW (150 PS) is a high-tech drive system (mild hybrid with 48 V technology). However, the advantages of the electric and petrol drives are combined in the two innovative plug-in hybrid models. They deliver a system power of 150 kW (204 PS)05 and 200 kW (272 PS)06.  Thanks to the 19.7 kWh (net) battery, both Tayron eHybrids can achieve electric ranges of over 100 km. Their batteries can be charged with up to 11 kW at an AC wallbox or AC charging station and with up to 50 kW07 at DC quick-charging stations.

The largest TDI with 142 kW (193 PS)08 is also very efficient and is paired with 4MOTION all-wheel drive as standard. All Tayron 4MOTION models are designed for maximum trailer weights of up to 2,500 kg (braked, 12 per cent gradient). Thanks to the Trailer Assist manoeuvring assist system, which comes as standard in conjunction with the towing bracket (folding), even large horse boxes or boat trailers are easy to handle.

Four drive systems available for the start of pre-sales. Four drive system options will be available when pre-sales start tomorrow. The entry-level version is the 110 kW eTSI01 in the Life specification package, which is available from 45,475 euros. In addition, the two eHybrid versions and the most powerful TDI with 142 kW08 are also available to order.

Article source: www.audi-mediacenter.com

01. Tayron 1.5 eTSI, 110 kW (150 PS) | 7-speed direct shift gearbox DSG | Petrol | Combined consumption: 6.9-6.2 l/100km l Combined CO₂ emissions: 156-142 g/km | CO₂ class: E

02. All prices (incl. 19% value added tax) and equipment details apply to the model range available in Germany. There may be differences for other countries

03. Optional equipment

04. The Elegance specification package will only be available at a later date

05. Tayron eHybrid, 110 kW (150 PS) / 85 kW (115 PS) | 6-speed direct shift gearbox DSG | Combined energy consumption: 18.4-17.0 kWh/100 km | Emissions: 9-12 g/km | CO₂ class: B | Combined consumption with discharged battery: 6.3–5.6 l/100km | CO₂ class: D

06. Tayron eHybrid, 130 kW (177 PS) / 85 kW (115 PS) | 6-speed direct shift gearbox DSG | Combined energy consumption: 18.7-17.7 kWh/100 km | Emissions: 10–12 g/km | CO₂ class: B | Combined consumption with discharged battery: 6.2-5.8 l/100km | CO₂ class: D

07. The value for the customer-relevant charging process is 40 kW, determined in accordance with DIN 70080. However, charging capacities of up to 50 kW can be achieved under ideal conditions (e.g. very low charge level or high battery temperatures)

08. Tayron 2.0 TDI 4MOTION, 142 kW (193 PS) | 7-speed direct shift gearbox DSG | Diesel | Combined consumption: 6.8-6.1 l/100km | Combined CO₂ emissions: 180-162 g/km | CO₂ class: F

Volkswagen Classic and the Autostadt in Wolfsburg are turning the spotlight on two milestones in automotive history at the International Edelweiß-Bergpreis Rossfeld Berchtesgaden. To mark the 50th anniversary of the Volkswagen Golf and the Scirocco, the two teams will have several outstanding models from these iconic product lines on the starting line. The historic hill climb race will be held on 28 and 29 September 2024, featuring classic motorsport action in the heart of the Alps.

Volkswagen is celebrating 50 years of the Golf this year and will have two very special classic models on the starting line to mark the anniversary: the Golf I GTI Group 4 ‘Pierburg’ and the Golf II GTI Group A ‘World Champion’. Both vehicles will be driven by motorsport professional and Volkswagen test driver Benny Leuchter.

The Autostadt team is bringing the legendary VW Scirocco Group 2 by Oettinger to Berchtesgaden, together with a rare 139 PS Rally Beetle 1302.

The Golf I GTI Group 4 ‘Pierburg’
The original Golf GTI ‘Pierburg’ – named after the main sponsor – was equipped with a modified GTI engine with a two-valve head. In 1980, the driver team of Per Eklund and Hans Sylvan achieved countless top rally results in Group 2 with this Golf GTI. Starting from the second race in the 1981 German Rally Championship, a 16V cylinder head from Oettinger compliant with the Group 4 regulations could be used. This Oettinger cylinder head is equipped on the GTI “Pierburg”. The car used in the hill climb race was rebuilt true to the original with a body in white in 2011. It made its first successful rally appearance in San Marino the same year with its legendary original crew of Per Eklund and Hans Sylvan.

The Golf II GTI Group A ‘World Champion’
The Golf GTI used in the 1986 FIA Rally World Championship was one of the most legendary vehicles to race during the Volkswagen Motorsport era. Taking a brief look back: Volkswagen impressed on the international rally scene with this second-generation Golf GTI. In 1986, the driver team of Kenneth Eriksson (Sweden) and co-driver Peter Diekmann (Germany) secured the title with the Golf GTI in the inaugural World Rally Championship for Group A vehicles. In accordance with the event regulations, Eriksson/Diekmann’s GTI underwent extensive technical modifications at Volkswagen Motorsport in Hanover. These changes included reducing the weight to 880 kg and increasing the output to 176 PS. The GTI was carefully restored in 2009. Since then, it has taken part in historic racing events such as the Edelweiß-Bergpreis.

The Scirocco Group 2 by Oettinger

The legendary VW Scirocco Group 2 by Oettinger from the Autostadt collection is the only original vehicle left from the racing era of the late 1970s, when the Scirocco dominated the race track in the 1.6-litre class against competition from BMW and Ford. The Scirocco Series 1 was the first car based on a series production model from Volkswagen to achieve success on the race track. The Scirocco and Formula Vee mark the start of Volkswagen’s official commitment to motorsport. The four-cylinder in-line engine delivers 170 PS at 7,000 rpm and reaches a top speed of 200 km/h.

Volkswagen Rally Beetle 1302
The Autostadt’s line-up is complemented by the 139 PS Rally Beetle 1302 (1970), which is also part of the Autostadt ZeitHaus collection. With the four-cylinder boxer engine at the rear, individual wheel suspension with suspension struts at the front and torsion bar suspension at the rear, the Rally Beetle reached a top speed of 170 km/h.

Note for the editorial teams: Up-to-date pictures of the four Volkswagen models at the 2024 Edelweiß-Bergpreis Rossfeld Berchtesgaden are expected to be available in the Volkswagen Newsroom from Sunday, 29 September.

Article source: www.volkswagen-newsroom.com