How to Activate Cruise Control on the Golf?

[StEliza]

To activate cruise control on the Golf: 1. Press the cruise control button located on the left side of the steering wheel; 2. Increase the vehicle speed to above 20 km/h. Taking the 2020 Golf as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4259mm, width 1799mm, height 1476mm, wheelbase 2637mm, fuel tank capacity 50l, and luggage compartment capacity 380l. The 2020 Golf features a front MacPherson strut independent suspension and a rear torsion beam non-independent suspension. It is equipped with a 1.2L inline 4-cylinder turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 116PS, maximum power of 85kW, and maximum torque of 200Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.

[VonJuliet]

Activating cruise control on the Golf is actually quite simple, and I use it frequently when driving on highways. First, ensure your speed is above 30 km/h, preferably on a highway or clear road section. Locate the row of buttons on the left side of the steering wheel—see the one with a dashboard icon? Press it to activate the cruise system, and a white indicator light will illuminate on the dashboard. Then, accelerate to your desired speed, say 80 mph, and press the ‘SET’ button next to it. The indicator will turn green, confirming the speed is set. To adjust the speed, use the ‘+’ or ‘-’ buttons, with each press changing the speed by roughly 1-2 km/h. To deactivate, simply press the brake or hit the cancel button marked with an ‘X’ on the steering wheel. A quick reminder: avoid using it in heavy rain, as sudden acceleration on wet roads can be risky. It’s great for relaxing your right foot during long drives, but always stay alert to road conditions.

[DelEsther]

From a driving safety perspective, there are specific considerations when activating cruise control in a Golf. Step one: don't rush to press buttons—first assess if road conditions are suitable. Never use it in congested urban areas; even on highways, ensure sufficient distance from vehicles ahead and behind. Locate the circular CRUISE button in the left steering wheel control area and press lightly to enter standby mode (indicated by a dashboard light). Only when speed stabilizes above 40 mph should you briefly press SET to lock the speed. Use the adjacent lever for fine speed adjustments—gentle taps increase/decrease speed. Key reminder: keep hands on the wheel—the system is merely an assist. Manually take over before curves or construction zones, canceling early via brake pedal. My habit: after setting speed, hover my foot above the brake pedal for instant emergency response.

[LaJosie]

I bought my Golf two years ago, and when I first learned how to use the cruise control, I thought it was amazing. The method is quite simple: while driving, do you see the button on the left side of the steering wheel that looks like a speedometer? Press it, and a small icon will pop up on the dashboard. Accelerate the car to over 40 km/h, then press the button labeled SET next to it, and the car will maintain that speed on its own. Use the lever to adjust the speed up or down, and to cancel it, just lightly tap the brake. Once, a friend asked me if it could be used in the rain. I tested it, and light rain is fine, but it's best to turn it off in heavy rain—safety first. I always use this feature when taking my family on road trips on the highway; it saves effort and helps maintain stable fuel consumption.