Volkswagen model ranges and generations
| Model range | Distinguishing generations and versions |
|---|---|
| Volkswagen Golf | The seventh-generation Golf VII was presented in 2012 and was updated in 2017. The eighth-generation Golf VIII had its world premiere in October 2019. When comparing cars, distinguish both the generation and the version before and after the update. |
| Volkswagen Golf Variant | The Golf Variant estate has its own generation designation. The Golf VII Variant was launched in spring 2013; the world premiere of its successor, the Golf VIII Variant, followed in September 2020. |
| Volkswagen Passat | With used cars, distinguish the designations of the individual generations, for example B7 and B8, and the body style of the specific car. The ninth-generation Passat was presented as a Variant on the MQB evo platform. |
| Volkswagen Tiguan | The Tiguan is an SUV. The second generation uses the MQB platform; its all-wheel drive is designated by the suffix 4MOTION. Check the equipment and drivetrain of the specific version. |
| Volkswagen T-Roc | The T-Roc is a compact SUV. When comparing used cars, look at the specific version and any update, not just the year of first registration. |
| Volkswagen Touran | The Touran is an MPV. The version presented in 2015 uses the MQB platform. For a specific car, compare the layout of the interior and the information given in the vehicle details. |
The year a generation was presented is not the year a specific car was built. Check the generation, engine and version against the car’s VIN and documentation; assess the first registration separately.