Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Introduction
Driving Mode Selection lets the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 driver activate a variety of vehicle settings at once — engine response, steering weight, gearbox behaviour and more — through a single button. This introduction previews the function/operation and Individual-adjustment pages that follow.
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Function and operation
→ Adjusting the driving mode to suit your requirementsThe driver can use Driving Mode Selection to activate a variety of vehicle settings as required.
Additional information and warnings:
- Lights
- Infotainment system
- Changing gear
- Steering
- Start/stop system
- Cruise Control System (CCS)
- Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
- Air conditioning system
WARNING
Questions & answers
Introduction — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
What does the Golf Mk7 Driving Mode Selection let me change?
Engine throttle response, steering assist weight, DSG shift strategy, adaptive chassis damper settings (DCC, if fitted), air conditioning efficiency profile and — in Individual mode — any combination of these.
Where is the Driving Mode Selection button on the Golf Mk7?
In the lower section of the centre console, near the gear lever. Press it to cycle through modes; the current mode is confirmed on the infotainment screen or instrument cluster.
Can I create my own driving mode on the Golf Mk7?
Yes. The Individual mode lets you mix settings from the other modes — for example, Sport steering with Comfort dampers — and save the combination.
