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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Adjusting the driving mode to suit your requirements

Which systems can be individually adjusted in the Volkswagen Golf Mk7's Individual driving mode depends on the vehicle's equipment level. This page gives the exact steps — switch on the ignition, open the infotainment system if needed, press the Driving Mode Selection button — to configure your own combination of settings.

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings

The systems that can be adjusted to your individual requirements depend on the vehicle equipment level.

  • Switch on the ignition.
  • If necessary, switch on the infotainment system.
  • Press the Driving Mode Selection button and touch the Individual function button in the infotainment system display.
  • Touch the Settings function button to open the Individual menu.

If the checkbox in the function button is ticked , the function is switched on.

Touching the function button always takes you back to the previously active menu.

Menu Submenu Settings options
Individual DCC: Comfort
Normal
Sport
Steering: Normal
Sport
Engine: Normal
Sport
Eco
ACC: Normal
Sport
Eco
Bend lighting: Normal
Sport
Eco
Air conditioning: Normal
Eco
Reset mode: Settings are reset to Normal.

Changes to settings menus are applied immediately, with the exception of engine settings.

WARNING

Accidents and injuries can occur if the driver is distracted. Operating the Infotainment system can distract you from the road.

    Questions & answers

    Adjusting the driving mode to suit your requirements — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

    How do I configure the Individual driving mode on the Golf Mk7?
    Open the infotainment system, press SETUP/CAR, navigate to the Driving Mode Selection menu, select Individual, and set each parameter (steering, engine, gearbox, DCC) independently.
    Can I change which systems are affected by Golf Mk7 Individual mode?
    Yes. Each adjustable system (engine, steering, gearbox, dampers) can be set to any available level independently, and the combination is saved.
    Are the Golf Mk7 Individual mode settings remembered after restart?
    Yes. The Individual mode settings are stored and recalled when you select Individual again, even after switching the engine off and on.
    Function and operation
    Fig. 180 In the lower section of the centre console: Driving Mode Selection button First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings The driver can choose from up to 5 di ...

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