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VOLKSWAGEN GOLF Used Car Review

The Volkswagen Golf emerged in 1974 as a hatchback that would essentially replace the famous, long-running Beetle as the German brand's car for the masses. It has since established itself as a classless vehicle with broad appeal, as well as a reputation for leading the mainstream small-car segment for quality, refinement and technology. A large range of models includes hatchbacks, wagons and cabriolets, as well as famous hot-hatch models in the form of the iconic GTI and cult all-wheel-drive R.

Pros

Cons

  • Class-leading cabin quality and refinement
  • Slick and efficient petrol and diesel drivetrains
  • Satisfying to drive with good ride and handling
  • Wide choice of models, including terrific GTI hot-hatch
  • DSG auto gearboxes prone to low-speed jerkiness
  • Relatively expensive servicing
  • Flagship Golf model, the R, not necessarily the best
  • Some engines renowned for high oil consumption
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.
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Top2018 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTi 6 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D HATCHBACK

$33,500Negotiable
Punchbowl, NSW

29/04/2024

Top2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 103 TDI COMFORTLINE LOW MILEAGE GEM

$3,990Negotiable
Concord, NSW

29/04/2024

Top2009 VW GOLF 118 TSI COMFORTLINE 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D HATCHBACK

$7,500
Fairfield, NSW

02/05/2024

Top2018 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 110 TSI COMFORTLINE

  • 54000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

*SLIGHTLY NEGOTIABLE* *NEED GONE!* *SHOOT ME WITH YOUR OFFER* Selling a 2018 Volkswagen Golf (110TSI Comfort line) It is in good condition and mechanically it is all great! Tyres still have tread in them and interior has been kept clean. Great as a first car or your general car to run errands and just travel! Full service history with Volkswagen and an independent European car specialist servicer. Current odometer is 54000km - that’s pretty good and low I reckon! • Extra inclusions: - Floor

$20,990Negotiable
Killarney Heights, NSW

04/05/2024

Top 110 TSI COMFORTLINE 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D HATCHBACK

$25,000
Oxenford, QLD

01/05/2024

Top2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 118 TSI 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 2D CABRIOLET

$11,400Negotiable
Cambridge Gardens, NSW

04/05/2024

2011 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTi ADIDAS 6 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D HATCHBACK

  • 120300 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Neat and tidy VW Golf GTi Adidas limited edition model 2011 owned since brand new and always maintained and serviced all service records available. Never been in any accidents and always garaged. Have used vehicle for work mostly driving to sydney on freeway so majority of freeway driving with car. Selling Vehicle due to needing a bigger car for work. Car has been tuned with a track spec tune same as gearbox this was done back in 2014 and its been great and no issues at all. Interior is clean a

$18,000Negotiable
West Wollongong, NSW

2 hours ago

2022 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTi 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D HATCHBACK

  • 23500 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

GTI golf 2022 with low Km’s Almost 3 years warranty left Luxury pack added ( sunroof with shade cover, heated steering wheel, leather seats and electric driver seat with memory) Front slimline weather shields added And reversible luggage mat

$55,000
Cloverdale, WA

3 hours ago

2014 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 90 TSI 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D HATCHBACK

  • 96000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

Selling due to growing family, needing an upsize :) Owned for 3 Years, Never had an issue or breakdown Perfect first car and still under 100,000Kms - Silver - 7 speed automatic - Second owner - Serviced 08/03/2024 - New Spark Plugs 08/03/2024 - Powerful 1.4 L turbo engine - Great fuel economy - Touchscreen entertainment system with Bluetooth connectivity and hands free - 96000Kms - Fuel efficient - 5 door - Power windows and mirrors

$13,100Negotiable
West Lakes, SA

5 hours ago

2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTi 6 SP MANUAL 5D HATCHBACK

  • 120000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2012 Golf GTI Manual 120,000kms. Serviced with log books. Leater interior. Stock standard. Looked after inside and out. Negotiable on price for serious buyers

$15,500Negotiable
Hamilton, QLD

5 hours ago

2003 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTi 5 SP MANUAL 5D HATCHBACK

  • 150000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.8L

This car has been a dream to own. Regretful sale as it has been beautiful to drive and work on. I have owned and taken care of it for over a year and it has never let me down. Rare manual with FBO engine, 150000 genuine kms, logbook and servicing comes with the car. Fully functional and operational. Rego till late August. Last service included spark plugs, oil and filter change, coolant flush (late may) Oil and filter change between then and now. - XYZ adjustable coil overs - aftermarket js

$12,500Negotiable
Hoxton Park, NSW

7 hours ago

2013 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 110 TDI HIGHLINE HATCHBACK

  • 147871 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2013 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 110 TDI HIGHLINE 6 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D HATCHBACK Recently serviced, brand new Tyres, professionally cleaned. Only selling due to getting to new vehicle. Auto-parking (reverse parallel and reverse perpendicular parking), air-conditioner, heater, adaptive cruise control, built in navigation & Bluetooth connectivity. No prior accidents with minor defects, both defects are circled as the last exterior photos.

$12,999Negotiable
Queanbeyan, ACT

20 hours ago

2013 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 118 TSI COMFORTLINE 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D HAT

  • 123161 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

2013 Volkswagen Golf 118 tsi comfortline 7 speed auto with direct shift (paddle manual shifting option as well as sport mode) Great condition with minimal marks and wear. Extremely low kms, near new brakes and tyres. Extremely fuel efficient. Next service due 131,600 km (Cooper automotive lindisfarne). Rego til 22/9. selling to get a ute for work, open to swaps for a ute only $11,000 ono

$11,000Negotiable
Lindisfarne, TAS

23 hours ago

2017 Volkswagen Golf 110 TSI TRENDLINE 6 SP MANUAL 5D HATCHBACK

  • 78900 km
  • Hatchback
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

Selling Car as moving overseas and no longer needed. Registered till September with QLD registration so can either sell un-registered or sell with QLD rego and new owner can get switched over Car Serviced Wednesday 24.04.2024. Brilliant car and great on fuel getting about 800km-900km out of a tank of fuel. Takes about $85 to fill up Manual transmission, exceptional sound system. A couple of small scratches and dents. Based in Lalor, Melbourne

$19,000Negotiable
Lalor, VIC

24 hours ago

2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTi 6 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D HATCHBACK

  • 137000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2010 Volkswagen Golf GTI VI Auto MY11 Hatchback White 6 Speed Auto Condition: Used but in very good condition 3 doors, 5 seats, Auto Transmission - 4 Cyl, 2.0 L Petrol - Premium ULP Car Mods: Muffler Delete and Cold Air Intake Otherwise the rest is stock Leather Seats, Sunroof, Apple Carplay, Spoiler Diffuser - rear Side skirts

$25,000
Acacia Ridge, QLD

Yesterday

2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 90 TSI 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D HATCHBACK

  • 133000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

Reliable car, great fuel economy (engine switches off at stops), large boot capacity 780L. Big enough to put down rear seats & sleep in boot. Airbags, Bluetooth, automatic. Fully serviced & 2 sets of keys. Only filled with premium fuel. Has had belt change, battery change and tyres changed. Minor windscreen tear that’s been sealed successfully for a few years (purely cosmetic) Has a real spare tyre (not one you have to drive at 80km). Can throw in roof racks too (took off to clean) Selling only

$14,000Negotiable
Watson, ACT

Yesterday

2001 Volkswagen Golf GLE 5 SP MANUAL 5D HATCHBACK

  • 119490 km
  • Hatchback
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Silver VW Golf, 2lt 5sp Manual, AC, Power Steer. This car has genuine 119500km, has had one lady owner, has only been driven on weekends and has been garaged for its whole life. Selling due to recent upgrade to a newer model Golf. Recently serviced new oil and oil filter. All tyres good con, front tyres new.

$4,500
Glebe, NSW

Yesterday

2011 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF COMFORTLINE WAGON

  • 123000 km
  • Wagon
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

• Full Service History • Low Kilometres • 7 Speed Automatic Transmission • Rego till Mid August • In Excellent Condition inside and out • Very Economical Car • Always Kept In The Garage • Last Service Done Less Than A Month Ago • Affordable To Maintain • Electric Windows • Bluetooth Stereo • Parking Sensor • Tyres Less Than A Year Old • Great Car For Family Located In Cannington 0401 784 six two zero

$9,999
Cannington, WA

Yesterday

2013 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTi 6 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D HATCHBACK

  • 186200 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Reluctant sale. Absolutely brilliant car, drives like a dream. Car is in very good condition. A few small dents and scratches (usual wear and tear for a car of its age) and driver’s seat has a small split in the stitching. Only one female owner, well taken care of. Currently registered until July 2024. Travelled 186,200 kms. Reliable car with log book showing full service history and owner’s manual included. Servicing up to date with last service completed 12 June 2023. Only ever filled with P

$16,500Negotiable
Karrinyup, WA

Yesterday

2017 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 110 TDI HIGHLINE

  • 76600 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

. Great little economical car . Excellent condition . Near new Bridgestone RE003 tyre's . New Brakes front and rear 10,000's ago . Only reason for the regretful sale is we have needed to upgraded to a tow vehicle

$23,000
Hobart CBD, TAS

Yesterday

VW Golf 7.5 MY18 110TSI Trendline Hatchback 5dr DSG 7sp 1.4T

  • 85536 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

Full service record by VW Specialist 12mth server just done Additional 12 Volt Socket/s 12 Volt Power Outlet Automatically Activated Hazard Lights Dual Front Airbags Package Airbag - Knee Driver Anti-lock Braking Automatic Climate Control Filtered Android & Apple Car Play Adjustable Front Seats - Manual Ambient Interior Lighting Adjustable Speed Limiter Anti-Slip Regulation Adjustable Steering Wheel - Tilt & Telescopic Anti-theft Wheel Bolts Android Auto AUX/USB Input Socket 17 Inch Alloy Wheel

$20,500
Freshwater, QLD

Yesterday

2014 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 90 TSI 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 4D WAGON

  • 180000 km
  • Wagon
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

Has only had one owner and have never had an issue. Drives well and is highly fuel efficient. Car is in good condition. There are some small scratches on the rear left hand side. Have always had the car regularly serviced.

$9,500
Lilli Pilli, NSW

Yesterday

2019 VW GOLF 110 TSI HIGHLINE 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D HATCHBACK

  • 20000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

1 Owner No scratches or dents Well looked after always garaged Tinted windows Sunroof Very low Km Driver assist

$28,900
Windsor Gardens, SA

Yesterday

2006 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 1.6 TRENDLINE 5 SP MANUAL 5D HATCHBACK

  • 211500 km
  • Hatchback
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.6L

Step into the world of reliability and charm with this trusty yet charming car! So if you're in the market for a car that's more than just a mode of transportation, but a faithful companion for the road ahead, look no further. This charming car may have a few dints, scratches, and a faded paint job, but don't let its humble appearance fool you. For the past five years, it has been a steadfast and loyal partner, never once let me down. Yes, it may have a few dints here and there, but each mark

$3,000
Geebung, QLD

Yesterday

2011 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 118 TSI COMFORTLINE 6 SP MANUAL 5D HATCHBACK

  • 104000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

I am selling my daughters 2011 VW Golf Comfortline TSI manual as she has gone overseas to study. 2 owner car. I purchased the car from a family friend 7 years ago who had purchased it new. • Low mileage 104,000 kms • Fuel efficient 1.4ltr twin charged engine. • Spacious, roomy and comfortable interior. Features: Comfort: -Tinted windows. -Full car mats front and back -dual zone climate control air conditioning, including rear. Comfortable seats in great condition Safety: 7 airbags to gi

$9,500Negotiable
Glen Iris, VIC

Yesterday

2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 110 TDI HIGHLINE 6 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 4D WAGON

$18,500
Noosa Heads, QLD

Yesterday

2011 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 118 TSI COMFORTLINE 7 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 4D WAG

  • 92000 km
  • Wagon
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

2011 golf 118 TSI comfortline has low kilometres. Recently has had a service which include oil and filter, spark plugs and pollen filter. Also recently had the front pads and rotors replaced. This car is amazing to drive has everything you need such ice cold air conditioning with dual zone climate control, cruise control, auto windows and many more conveince features. The car has some minor scrapes but mechanical is great.

$8,000Negotiable
West Hobart, TAS

Yesterday

2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 118 TSI COMFORTLINE 6 SP MANUAL 5D HATCHBACK

  • 200760 km
  • Hatchback
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

2010 VW Golf TSI 1.4L petrol, 6 speed manual, 200***kms, brand new radiator, a/c is very cold, all power options, tyres excellent, RWC, drives great, has dints in front drivers quarter panel( there when I bought it). I used it to drive to work since upgraded. 6 months rego 17/11/2024 NO SWAPS I AM NEGOTIABLE ON PRICE! $6000 near offer

$6,000Negotiable
Goulburn, NSW

04/05/2024

2015 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTi 6 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D HATCHBACK

  • 131000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

*** Don’t waste your time offering anything less than $15K. It’s already well below market price and a bargain. serious buyers only*** I bought this car brand new from the dealership in 2015 & it’s been amazing to drive. All servicing completed (first few through the dealership and rest through a private mechanic). Very comfortable as a driver or passenger and well maintained. Full leather interior & the sport kit accessories (tiptronic paddle shift on steering wheel). Red lights on the door

$15,000
St Marys, NSW

04/05/2024

2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF 103 TDI COMFORTLINE 6 SP AUTO DIRECT SHIFT 5D HAT

  • 85000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

Great little car, turbo diesel, very fuel efficient, large boot space for a small car. Just under 85 000km on the odometer. New tires Recently serviced, full service history Bluetooth Cruise control Reverse and front parking sensors Park assist Tinted windows I'm the second owner, bought from the car dealer who drove it for a year. Selling because I'm upgrading.

$15,000Negotiable
Coolbellup, WA

04/05/2024

Overview of the Volkswagen Golf

Overview of the Volkswagen Golf

The Volkswagen Golf emerged in 1974 as a hatchback that would essentially replace the famous, long-running Beetle as the German brand's car for the masses.

It has since established itself as a classless vehicle with broad appeal, as well as a reputation for leading the mainstream small-car segment for quality, refinement and technology.

A large range of models includes hatchbacks, wagons and cabriolets, as well as famous hot-hatch models in the form of the iconic GTI and cult all-wheel-drive R.

VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GENERATIONS (SINCE 2003)

2003-2008

2008-2012

2013-present

RUNNING COSTS

Fuel Consumption (2013 onwards)

1.4L 4-cylinder turbo petrol: 4.9 to 5.7 litres per 100km

2.0L 4-cylinder turbo diesel: 4.7 to 5.0 litres per 100km

2.0L 4-cylinder turbo petrol (GTI): 6.2 to 6.7 litres per 100km

2.0L 4-cylinder turbo petrol (R): 7.1 to 7.3 litres per 100km

= Highly economical.

= Good economy.

= Average fuel use.

= Heavy consumption.

Servicing

SIMILAR MODELS TO VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

WHAT TO LOOK OUT FOR: VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

Double-clutch gearboxes have been VW's biggest headache with the Golf. Failures are way too common, especially in versions fitted to lower-specification models. Sporty and diesel Golfs get a tougher version, but it's still not without problems.

Any shuddering when taking off, odd shift patterns or a sudden loss of drive are all grounds for concern. And a new gearbox is not cheap.

GTi versions have a track record of turbocharger failures, so a close mechanical check is in order. VW has used up to four different versions of the turbocharger, so find out which one you're dealing with.

Even when running properly, the GTi engine can consume oil between changes, so keep an eye on the dipstick.

Performance versions were also popular with tuners, but any Golf modified for more performance can amount to a hand-grenade.