How much longer is the Golf 8 compared to the Golf 7?
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The Golf 8 is only 4mm longer than the Golf 7. Vehicle Length: Length is the parameter that has the greatest impact on a car's purpose, functionality, and ease of use. Therefore, vehicle classes are generally divided based on length. Vehicle Width: Width mainly affects passenger space and flexibility. For passenger cars, if three seats arranged side by side are required to have a spacious feel (primarily sufficient shoulder room), the width of the car generally needs to reach 1.8 meters. Vehicle Height: Vehicle height directly affects the center of gravity (handling) and space. Most passenger cars are under 1.5 meters in height, which is significantly lower than the natural sitting height of the human body. This is mainly to lower the vehicle's center of gravity, ensuring it does not roll over during high-speed cornering.
The Golf 8 is slightly longer than the Golf 7, by about 6 millimeters, which converts to 0.6 centimeters—a difference that seems negligible. Based on my driving experience, such a minor increase in length is hardly noticeable behind the wheel. After all, the Golf 7 originally measured approximately 4278 mm in length, while the Golf 8 has grown to 4284 mm, primarily due to some adjustments made by designers to the front and rear ends for smoother lines and a more modern appearance. In daily parking or city driving, the length change doesn’t affect convenience. However, the redesigned chassis and suspension system provide lighter steering and improved high-speed stability, which I find more noteworthy. The new car is also a bit lighter, enhancing overall handling precision. I’d advise potential buyers not to focus solely on dimensions when comparing but to test-drive the actual vehicle to assess its true value.
