I find waiting a couple of years after new models have been released is better as they usually add extras as standard.
i went from a gtd to xc60 so didn’t miss anything but then went to a Leon which misses everything.
I found A class/B class interior ok but firm, BMW 1 series was much better.
New golf I haven’t viewed yet but like any good I expect it to be up there with the best hatchbacks and tbh for everyday driving 150bhp is fast enough BUT the more power the better