50 Years of Success for Volkswagen’s Golf
This page is translated from the original post "50 ans de succès pour la Golf de Volkswagen" in French.
- 28/12/2023 10:10
In 1974, the Golf succeeded the Beetle at Volkswagen and quickly established itself as a benchmark in its category.
In 1974, Volkswagen introduced the first Golf, which had the daunting task of succeeding the legendary Beetle. Front-wheel drive replaced the rear-engine rear-wheel setup, a large tailgate, and a fold-down rear seatback. The change was radical compared to the Beetle. With its design characterized by straight lines, created by Giorgetto Giugiaro, Volkswagen then adopted a new stylistic language, later adopted by its successors. The Golf quickly became a genuine “Volkswagen.” The first million units sold was reached by 1976. Today, more than 37 million units have been delivered to customers, making it the most popular European car and Volkswagen’s best-selling model of all time. In a word: an icon.
No matter the generation, the secret of this model’s undiminished success is the sum of all its qualities. Indeed, the Golf has always been an ideal daily companion. Versatility, functionality, reliability, and quality are its main characteristics. Over the decades, the lineup has been enriched with new versions: GTI, Cabriolet, Station Wagon (Variant), and many other variants.
To celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2024, Volkswagen will unveil a new evolution of the eighth generation of the Golf. The model will stand out with its revisited style, new assistance systems, engine lineup, infotainment systems, and next-generation software. The world premiere of the new Golf will take place in a few weeks, with pre-orders scheduled for spring 2024.
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