Latest iteration of VW's legendary hatchback makes its American debut
This week's New York motor show will see the American debut of the Volkswagen Golf Mk 7. The European Car of the Year 2013 will go on sale in America early in 2014 for the 2015 model year.
VW will exhibit three variants of the Golf; alongside the latest GTI, the 1.8-litre TSI turbocharged petrol and 2.0-litre TDI diesel will also be on show. The TSI engine replaces an in-line five-cylinder powerplant in the US, indicating how widespread the need for downsizing has become.
The Golfs sold in the US will be identical to those on sale already in Europe. Underpinned by VW's MQB architecture, the Mk 7 Golf is lighter, faster and more efficient than the previous Mk 6. Following the introduction of the above models, expect the American range to expand and include a flagship R, all-wheel drive 4Motion variants and a hybrid.
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Matt Bird