The Volkswagen Golf is undoubtedly one of the automaker’s most important models to date, with over 34 million units sold since the original car made its debut in 1974. We already know that the eighth-generation (Mk8) hatch will enter the production stages as early as June 2019. That’s 74 weeks from now, for those who are keeping count.
So far, nothing of the car is known, save for the fact that it will champion the Wolfsburg-based automaker’s venture into the world of fully connected vehicles with extended autonomous driving functions. In terms of its design, the Mk8 Golf remains a top corporate secret, so our best bet rests in the hands of rendering whiz Theophilus Chin. Onwards, then.
The blue unit seen here wears a rather safe and familiar styling approach, sporting a look that greatly resembles its smaller sibling, the Polo. The new headlights feature LED DRL surrounds and dual projector units on each side (not unlike the new Jetta), and the signal indicators take shape in the form of a horizontally-arranged LED modules that underline the lamps. The lower front apron too feels familiar, though the horizontal slats that extend into the air ducts seem to have a way in keeping it fresh.
On the side, the Y-shaped-spoke wheels make an appearance here, and if you look closely you’ll realise that it also features a full-sized panoramic sunroof. Over at the back, the tail lights appear to have been inspired by the new Jetta, complementing the more sculpted rear section of the hatch.
For me, the styling feels rather docile for a Golf, but it’s a breath of fresh air compared to the outgoing base model. What do you think of this rendering, guys?
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Alamak. what new styling?
Don’t panic bro. Its only a rendering by Theophilus Chin. Wait for the real thing la. Meanwhile cheers…& enjoy the current Golf la.
Mana ooi… When all new Polo Virtus 1.0T 6speed to be launched mesia here… 30millions mesia very excited about it…
Nowadays cars don’t change much despite facelift or even model change. Just like the BMW F10 and G30. Both look a like.
Be wise. Buy 2nd hand. Like the F10, you can get a good car for RM100k now. Why waste money buying the G30 (which looks the same as F10) for RM400k?
This VW will be the same as the past model. Be wise. Buy 2nd hand.
Then stop complaining about VW RV!
BMW F10 when new RM360k. Homaii RM100k now..
If this is the new Golf Mk8, then that’s a disappointment. I can’t imagine VW taking the lazy way out even though they try to stay conservative and close to the current model.
Looks like Saga but with subaru C drl
What happened to theophiluschin.com?
This guy’s renderings are seriously pointless.. 99% of the time nowhere resembling to real thing.
that is one ugly rendering
Great to drive, solid etc. But so dull.
DSG ok bro?