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2024 Volkswagen Golf Life review
The most basic Volkswagen Golf in Australia is a terrific prospect for those after a classy conveyance with some great standard features.
Matt Campbell
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
Wireless phone charger | ||
Powered tailgate | ||
Rear air vents | ||
Adaptive cruise control | ||
Climate control | ||
Reversing sensors | ||
Reversing camera | ||
Autonomous emergency braking | ||
The full colour palette comprises:
In the EX, Mercurial Grey, Lunar White and Saturn Silver are also available with bold red accents on the side skirts, mirrors, wheels and front bumper.
On the core range, metallic paint is a $600 option while premium metallic paint is a $900 option.
The following shades are available on the core range:
All shades are a no-cost option in the GTI, but for Kings Red which costs $300. The following shades are available:
The Golf R is available in three exterior paint colours:
Type | ||
TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | TURBO DIRECT F/INJ | |
Size (cc) | ||
1498 - 1598 | 1395 - 1984 | |
Size (L) | ||
1.6L, 1.5L | 2.0L, 1.4L | |
Induction | ||
INLINE 4, TURBO 4 | TURBO 4 | |
Camshaft | ||
DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
16 | 16 | |
Power | ||
108kW - 137kW | 110kW - 235kW | |
Power RPM | ||
5500 | 5000 - 5600 | |
Torque | ||
210Nm - 275Nm | 250Nm - 420Nm | |
Torque RPM | ||
1750 | 1500 - 2000 | |
Bore Stroke | ||
- | - | |
Compression Ratio | ||
9.5 | 9.3 - 10.5 |