2024 Volkswagen Golf Facelift Spied: Sleek Design Upgrades and New Headlights

The upcoming 2024 Volkswagen Golf facelift has been caught on camera, revealing some notable changes. The latest spy shots showcase a non-mule prototype, featuring finalized production elements.

Volkswagen CEO Thomas Schäfer had previously announced that the Golf would undergo a facelift in 2024, which is expected to be its final update before transitioning to an electric vehicle in its ninth generation. One of the prominent updates showcased in the spy shots are the new headlights, which appear to be slimmer compared to the current model. These headlights are likely to be part of a fully adaptive setup, potentially replacing the existing standard and matrix LED headlights. Interestingly, Volkswagen has not concealed these new headlights during testing.

Moving to the front bumper, it's evident that it has undergone a redesign, noticeable from the vertical slats of the lower intake and the surrounding area. Stickers have been applied to the taillights to hide the new LED graphics, while the overall taillight shape remains similar to the previous version. Unfortunately, the fake exhaust tips that some enthusiasts criticized are still present.

Given that this is a mid-cycle update, the side profile remains largely unchanged. However, since this is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), a charging port can be seen on the front fender, positioned on the driver's side.

While interior images are not available in the recent set of spy shots, previous images have revealed that the 2024 Golf will feature a sizable touchscreen display, potentially larger than the 12-inch screen found in the facelifted ID.3. Notably, Volkswagen intends to eliminate capacitive-touch buttons on the steering wheel and revert to conventional controls, which can also be seen in the spy shots.

Volkswagen has announced a "quality offensive" for its entire product lineup, though it remains to be seen if this will be applied to the facelifted Golf or reserved for future generations. In addition, the Skoda Octavia, the Golf's Czech sibling, is also expected to receive updates in 2024. Likewise, updates for the SEAT/Cupra Leon and the Audi A3 Sportback/Sedan, which share mechanical components with the Golf, are likely to follow suit.

Source: Motor1