Driving modes VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTI 2015 5G / 7.G Owners Manual

Driving mode Recommended driving situations
Normal Balanced setting for everyday use.
Sport Gives the vehicle a sporty driving feel and is suited for a sporty driving style.
Individual Individual systems can be adjusted to suit your personal requirements

The effect on the vehicle settings in the individual driving modes depends on vehicle equipment.
The driving mode can be changed while the vehicle is stationary or when it is moving. After selecting a driving mode, the vehicle settings (excluding engine settings) are switched to the new driving mode immediately.
When traffic conditions allow, briefly take your foot off the accelerator to activate the newly selected driving mode for the engine.
Steering
In Sport mode, power steering is reduced and the effort required to steer the vehicle increases. The vehicle's driving response becomes more agile.
Powertrain (engine and transmission)
The engine and transmission will give either a more dynamic or more balanced response to the movement of the accelerator, depending on the selected driving mode. In vehicles with an automatic transmission, the shift points and the coasting mode will also change. Active cruise control can affect the acceleration response.
Adaptive front lighting system (AFS) and Light Assist (if equipped)
AFS and Light Assist give either a more dynamic or more balanced response to the current driving situation, depending on the selected driving mode.
Displaying the driving mode
x Switch on the ignition.
x Press the Driving Mode Selection button