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Next-Gen Compact Cars

Volkswagen's Eighth Generation Golf Line Will Have Five Hybrid Options

— October 28, 2019 — Autos
Volkswagen has unveiled the eighth generation of its Golf vehicles. Most notably the eight generation line of vehicles will be available in five different hybrid options, three of which will be mild-hybrid cars, and the remaining two will be plug-in hybrids. The three mild-hybrid versions will be equipped with a 48V lithium-ion battery, while the plugin version will have a 13 kWh lithium-ion battery.

When designing the eighth generation of Golf vehicles, Volkswagen placed emphasis on the in-car display system. The new display system is similar to the one included in the ID3, which the company previously showcased in Frankfurt. The new system is available in either an 8.25 inch or 10-inch display.


Image Credit: Volkswagen
Trend Themes
1. Hybridization of Compact Cars - The introduction of five different hybrid options for the eighth generation Golf vehicles opens up opportunities for the hybridization of compact cars.
2. Mild-hybrid Technology - The use of 48V lithium-ion batteries in the mild-hybrid versions of the Golf vehicles presents potential for integrating mild-hybrid technology in the automotive industry.
3. Advanced In-car Display Systems - Volkswagen's emphasis on the new in-car display system for the eighth generation Golf vehicles creates opportunities for advancements in display technology.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive Industry - The introduction of hybrid options in compact cars by Volkswagen will spur innovation in the automotive industry.
2. Electric Vehicle Industry - The inclusion of plug-in hybrids in the eighth generation Golf vehicles signals potential growth in the electric vehicle industry.
3. Tech and Electronics Industry - The advancement in in-car display systems presents opportunities for the tech and electronics industry to develop more advanced and interactive display technology.
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