Held at the Sepang International Circuit, a total of 370 units of Volkswagen Golf models were successfully gathered at the Golf Fan Fest 2024 event which took place on August 24th.
This achievement simultaneously places Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) in the Malaysia Book of Records.
The Golf Fan Fest 2024 was organized in conjunction with the 50th anniversary celebration of the Golf, which successfully gathered Volkswagen owners and enthusiasts from across the country.
The VW Golf is one of the most successful production cars ever produced, with more than 37 million units distributed in over 70 countries.
As part of the celebration, VPCM also showcased the exclusive Golf GT Edition 50 model, with production limited to only 50 units.
The VW Golf GTI Edition 50 is fully assembled at the Pekan factory, featuring unique features such as the Oettinger body kit, new 18-inch rims with dynamic center caps, side body graphics, exterior and interior 50 emblems, and a choice of Oryx White or Moonstone Grey colors.
In addition, Golf Fan Fest 2024 also offered various exciting activities including gymkhana driving challenges, ‘drift taxi rides’ in the Golf R, open track sessions, an exhibition of eight generations of Golf, test driving sessions, and workshops covering various aspects of owning a Golf model.
VOLKSWAGEN Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has officially launched the Volkswagen Touareg R-Line, marking the re-entry of the flagship SUV into the local market after more than a decade.
We’re getting the facelifted third-generation model introduced globally in May of last year, in a sole R-Line variant.
The Touareg R-Line is locally assembled in Pekan, Pahang, and comes with a rather hefty price tag of RM469,990, including the Volkswagen Assurance Package (VAP).
The Touareg has a more aggressive look thanks to the R-Line package, redesigned front section, ‘R’ insignias on the doors and grille, and 20-inch Braga alloy wheels.
The design of the rear end is also sharper with its continuous horizontal LED strip for the taillight clusters. The rear VW logo is now illuminated in red, a first as this was previously only available in markets such as China and the US.
There are also new IQ.Light HD Matrix headlights, which have more than 38,000 interactive micro-LEDs to illuminate the road more precisely than ever before. In addition, entry and exit puddle lighting illuminates the ground by the doors with the Volkswagen logo.
Taking centrestage inside is the Innovision Cockpit, which consists of a 12.3-inch Digital Cockpit instrument display in front of the driver and a 15-inch touchscreen featuring the Discover Pro Max infotainment system and Wireless App-Connect.
Other creature comforts include wireless charging, five USB-C Type C ports with 45W capacity, four-zone air conditioning, Active Climate seats for the driver and front passenger, and the 730W Dynaudio Consequence audio system with an 80W amplifier and 13 speakers including a subwoofer.
The Touareg R-Line is powered by a 3.0-litre V6 TSI engine producing a respectable 340 PS and 450 Nm, delivered to the wheels via an 8-speed automatic transmission and the 4Motion all-wheel-drive system.
Air suspension with Automatic Self-Levelling is standard. Aside from providing comfort, it automatically adapts the vehicle height to match terrain conditions and can lower the ride height by 40 mm for easier loading or unloading of cargo. Wading level is an impressive 550 mm.
Safety-wise, the Touareg comes equipped with the IQ.Drive system offering features such as Adaptive Cruise Control, Autonomous Emergency Braking Front Assist, Automatic Post-Collision Braking, Lane Assist, Lane Keeping, Park Assist, Front Cross Traffic Assist, and Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
Also included is Night Vision, which provides uses an infrared sensor in the camera to detect thermal signatures from humans or animals up to 130 metres ahead to keep the driver aware of potential collision.
The Touareg is available in five exterior colours, namely Lapiz Blue, Silicon Gray, Grenadilla Black, Oryx White and Dolomite Silver.
The aforementioned Volkswagen Assurance Package includes five years free maintenance, five years unlimited mileage warranty, and five years complimentary roadside assistance.
The premium SUV market will once again be enlivened by the presence of the all-new Volkswagen Touareg in the Malaysian market.
This was confirmed by Volkswagen Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) through their social media platform, and certainly, the registration of interest (ROI) has also been opened.
Based on the ROI page, the 2024 Touareg will be offered in an R-Line variant, which brings a sportier image compared to the Elegance.
The 2024 Volkswagen Touareg is the third generation launched globally in mid-2023. This SUV will be powered by a 3.0-liter V6 TSI engine with 335hp and 450Nm of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic gearbox and 4Motion all-wheel drive.
Standard features include LED matrix IQ.Light headlights, air suspension with automatic adjustment, a 730-watt Dynaudio Consequence power audio system, and the IQ.Drive driver assistance system with night vision. The exterior features a new grille, LED headlights with L-shaped DRLs, and a light bar at the front and rear.
As of now, there is no expected price, but according to information from our sources in Pekan, this SUV will be assembled as a CKD (Completely Knocked Down) unit. If true, it will be the first generation of the Touareg to be assembled in the country.
Are there any enthusiasts eagerly awaiting this new generation of the Volkswagen Touareg?
VOLKSWAGEN Passenger Cars Malaysia (VPCM) has issued a recall involving 6,671 vehicles manufactured between 2010 and 2014 following a Takata airbag safety issue.
This recall campaign involves six Volkswagen models, namely the sixth-generation Golf GTI, Eos, Passat CC, Polo, Beetle, and Vento, which are equipped with a specific driver front airbag gas generator housing.
According to VPCM, the concern with the front driver airbag housing generator is caused by deterioration of the generator’s propellant due to high air humidity and temperature fluctuations over a long period of time. This could lead to potential injury on the driver and passenger.
In an official statement, the company said that they have taken the necessary steps with its dealer partners to ensure parts availability and that the recall is conducted smoothly and efficiently. The nationwide recall will be carried out in phases to manage the number of cases.
“All notifications to identified owners, based on the Volkswagen database will be conducted by email and WhatsApp, and customers who purchased the vehicle from a previous owner or a used car dealership are advised to urgently contact the nearest Volkswagen authorised dealer for verification,” it said.
Should parts replacement be required in the event of parts replacement, all labour and replacement parts for this service will be at no cost to owners, the company added.
