Launching In Malaysia, Here Are Different Specifications And Prices Of Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50 Model 2024

Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50 Malaysia. (Photo: Paultan)

JAKARTA - After officially launching last February, Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50 officially launched in Malaysia via Volkswagen Passenger Car Malaysia (VPCM). Citing from the Paultan page, Monday, August 12, there is a difference in its exterior part of the global model, while for its interior it is all the same. It is not stated what the exact number of units available, only 50 units are rumored to be available. As mentioned above, this car is not a global 50 edition model based on the usual Mk8.5 facelift Golf. This car uses GTI Mk8 locally assembled CKD as the starting point, but with some part of the global special edition included, mostly in the interior. In its exterior, the local edition 50 is distinguished through the installation of the black slope bodykit from the famous Volkswagen tuner, Oettinger. Consisting of the forward splitter, the rear diffuser insertion and split tailgate spoiler insertions, the original side skirt is now also given a black slope finish to match. Another thing that is presented is the same as the global version where it is equipped with a '50' badge on the B pillar and and steering wheel as well as a 50 edition-branded floor mat. Meanwhile, the rim is this time available a black color with a size of 18 inches.

Entering the cabin, this car is equipped with a 10-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, entry keyless, start button, Vienna skin sports seat is heating and ventilated by adjusting the driver side, three-zone temperature controller, 10.25-inch instrument, as well as an infotainment display that is already supported by Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. In terms of safety, it remains unchanged where seven air bags are still embedded, stability control, and a series of driver assistance IQ.Drive introduced last year. This includes autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruising control with stop and go, help of the track guard. Talking about the heart of the runway, maintaining a four-cylinder engine EA888 2.0 liters turbocharged which produces 245 PS power and 370 Nm torque, plus a seven-speed DSG wet double coupling transmission. Regarding prices, this car price is priced at 267,990 ringgit (Rp963 million) already including the Volkswagen Assurance Package warranty, covering a five-year warranty, and unlimited travel distance as well as five years of maintenance.