VW Golf R-Line arrives @ MAI Malaysia Autoshow 2018

By thoriq, 26 April 2018
VW Golf R-Line

If you remember, Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) had already previewed the refreshed VW Golf 7.5 range not too long ago, but there was one particular variant missing – the Golf R-Line.

Well, the wait’s finally over as VPCM rolled out the missing addition to the Golf 7.5’s local line up earlier today during the MAI Malaysia Autoshow 2018 in MAEPS, Serdang.

As you could probably guess, the Golf R-Line is the up-specced version of the base Golf 1.4 TSI facelift. Aptly, this variant gets kitted up with plenty of tasty R-Line goodies, giving it an identical stance to its range-topping Golf R sibling.

At the heart of things is of course VW’s signature 1.4-litre turbocharges TSI petrol four-banger and 7-speed dual-clutch box, offering 150PS and 250Nm to power the front wheels. Supplementing this package are five selectable drive modes plus VW’s Advanced Electronic Differential Lock (XDS) suite

On the exterior, this Golf gets dressed in sporty R-Line exterior package that consists of the front and rear bumpers, rear spoiler, R-Line badges on the grille and side panels, not forgetting a set of tasty 17-inch “Singapore” alloy wheels design too. Capping things off here are a set of LED headlights as well.

On board, the Golf R-Line benefits with the best of the face-lifted Golf 7.5’s revamped features. Leading the bill here is a 12.3-inch Active Info Display, followed by an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment unit offering smartphone mirror-link plus Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.

VW Golf R-Line

Adding further value to the Golf R-Line’s overall package is its comprehensive array of standard safety features. Noteworthy mentions here include 7 airbags, Maneuver Braking, Automatic Post-Collision Brake System, as well as Rest Assist and Proactive Occupant Protection just to name a few.

Available in six colour scheme options, the VW Golf R-Line goes on sale from RM166,990 onwards – excluding on-road costs. You can view the new VW Golf R-Line this weekend at the MAI Malaysia Autoshow 2018 held in MAEPS, Serdang from April 26 to April 29.