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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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Top2022 Volkswagen Golf 8 MY22.5 GTI DSG Soul Black-Tornado Red 7 Speed Sports Automatic Dual Clutch

  • 34460 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2022 Volkswagen Golf 8 MY22.5 GTI DSG Soul Black-Tornado Red 7 Speed Sports Automatic Dual Clutch

$48,887 Drive Away^
Frankston, VIC

Dealer used
24/04/2024

Top2017 Volkswagen Golf VII MY17 110TSI DSG Highline 7 Speed Sports Automatic Dual Clutch Hatchback

  • 157469 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

2017 VW GOLF HIGHLINE AUTOMATIC HATCH-BACK^^* FULL SERVICE HISTORY^* LEATHER INTERIOR TRIM^* REVERSE CAMERA & SENSORS^* SPORTY ALLOY WHEELS^* WORK-SHOP INSPECTED & TESTED^* TRADE-INS WELCOME^* FANTASTIC FINANCE OPTIONS AVAILABLE^^Contact our experienced team NOW to secure this SPECIAL INTERNET ONLY price!^^All our pre-owned vehicles come with a 3-year Extended Warranty*, National Roadside Assist** & a 100 Point Safety Inspection. (*Please ask for a full copy of our terms and conditions upon enq

$16,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Morley, WA

Dealer used
24 hours ago

Top2015 Volkswagen Golf AU MY15 R 6 Speed Manual Hatchback

  • 175592 km
  • Hatchback
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

HOT LOOKING HATCH IN THE MOST SORT AFTER COLOUR -2015 (my15) VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R EDITION HATCH -2.0 TURBO POCKET ROCKET 206KW OF DIRECT POWER -RARE 6 SPEED MANUAL FOR THOSE WHO LIKE TO DRIVE -PREMIUM PACK (LEATHER, SUNROOF AND NAVIGATION -IMMACULATE PRESENTED INSIDE AND OUT -FULL SERVICE HISTORY -SOLD WITH REGO AND A CURRENT RWC -BEING THE R PREMIUM EDITION IT HAS ALL THE GOODIES -LEATHER INTERIOR -SUNROOF -NAVIGATION -206KWS OF POWER -MASSIVE BRAKE CALIPERS -19INCH ALLOYS -KEYLESS ENTRY AND ST

$24,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Avondale Heights, VIC

Dealer used
Yesterday

Top2017 Volkswagen Golf AU MY17 110 TSI Highline 7 Speed Auto Direct Shift Hatchback

  • 47110 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

2017 Volkswagen Golf 110TSI Highline 1.4L 7 Sp Automatic * One owner * Full service history * 6.5" Screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto * Reverse camera and parking sensors * Extremely economical 1.4T petrol engine * Bluetooth audio * 8 Speakers * 2 Keys * Cruise control * Multifunction flat bottomed steering wheel * Dual zone climate control * Handsfree audio * Remote central locking * Touch sensor door opening * 16" Alloy wheels Brighton Prestige - Shop with confidence - Fa

$24,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Bentleigh, VIC

Dealer used
7 hours ago

Top2018 Volkswagen Golf AU MY18 110 TSI Highline 7 Speed Auto Direct Shift Hatchback

  • 112108 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

2018 Volkswagen Golf 110 TSI highline $23888 plus on roads - this will include 3 YEARS WARRANTY Looking for a sleek and powerful hatchback, this beauty is sure to impress. Equipped with a turbocharged 1.4L engine and a smooth 7-speed automatic transmission, the Golf 110 TSI Highline delivers an exhilarating driving experience. Whether you're navigating city streets or zooming down the highway, this car has got you covered. Safety is a top priority with this Golf. With dual front airbags, kn

$23,888 Excl. Gov. Charges
Tweed Heads, NSW

Dealer used
25/04/2024

Top2013 Volkswagen Golf AU MY14 103 TSI Highline 7 Speed Auto Direct Shift Hatchback

  • 85626 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

2013 Volkswagen Golf AU MY14 103 TSI Highline 7 Speed Auto Direct Shift Hatchback

$15,888 Drive Away^
Oakleigh, VIC

Dealer used
25/04/2024

2019 VOLKSWAGEN Golf 110 TSI TRENDLINE

  • 68192 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

2019 Volkswagen Golf 110 TSI Auto Hatchback 1.4T 68192km Full Service History Factory Warranty till 11/2024 HD Reverse Camera Apple Car Play Front and Rear Parking Sensors Crash Avoidance Control Collision Forward Warning Cruise control Multi-Function Control Screen Fuel Consumption Combined - 5.7 L/100km And lots more! Prestige Car Showroom: 38 Richland Ave Coopers Plains Qld 4108 Japanese Car Showroom: 3/347 Bradman Street Acacia Ridge Qld 4110 National-wide delivery and Coastal sh

$22,300 Excl. Gov. Charges
Acacia Ridge, QLD

Dealer used
2 hours ago

2017 Volkswagen Golf AU MY17 110 TSI Highline 7 Speed Auto Direct Shift Hatchback

  • 47110 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

2017 Volkswagen Golf 110TSI Highline 1.4L 7 Sp Automatic * One owner * Full service history * 6.5" Screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto * Reverse camera and parking sensors * Extremely economical 1.4T petrol engine * Bluetooth audio * 8 Speakers * 2 Keys * Cruise control * Multifunction flat bottomed steering wheel * Dual zone climate control * Handsfree audio * Remote central locking * Touch sensor door opening * 16" Alloy wheels Brighton Prestige - Shop with confidence - Fa

$24,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Bentleigh, VIC

Dealer used
7 hours ago

2006 Volkswagen Golf V Sportline Tiptronic 6 Speed Sports Automatic Hatchback

  • 174200 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

This 2006 Volkswagen Golf is a reliable and practical hatchback This vehicle comes with: - 3 Years Value Warranty is available - 3 Years Roadside Assistance - PPSR / Car History Report - Road Worthy Certificate Please do not hesitate to contact one of our friendly team members to answer any questions or book a test drive. We are open 7 days and located at 245-253 Parramatta Rd, Granville NSW 2142 (we're on the corner of Church St and Parramatta Rd) All of our handpicked used vehicles h

$7,490 Excl. Gov. Charges
Granville, NSW

Dealer used
15 hours ago

2017 Volkswagen Golf AU MY18 110 TSI Highline 7 Speed Auto Direct Shift Hatchback

  • 32373 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

Do not miss out call and book a test drive today. You are buying from a dealer, so you get that extra assurance you will be driving a quality used car. We also pride ourselves in our online service. There are ways to buy this car you may not have thought of yet. Need Finance? We have Business Managers on site to assist with your finance needs, for approved applicants. TRADE INS WELCOME! Looking for something else? We stock used cars from a range of popular vehicle makes and models

$26,990 Drive Away^
Wangaratta, VIC

Dealer used
23 hours ago

2017 Volkswagen Golf VII MY17 110TSI DSG Highline 7 Speed Sports Automatic Dual Clutch Hatchback

  • 157469 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

2017 VW GOLF HIGHLINE AUTOMATIC HATCH-BACK^^* FULL SERVICE HISTORY^* LEATHER INTERIOR TRIM^* REVERSE CAMERA & SENSORS^* SPORTY ALLOY WHEELS^* WORK-SHOP INSPECTED & TESTED^* TRADE-INS WELCOME^* FANTASTIC FINANCE OPTIONS AVAILABLE^^Contact our experienced team NOW to secure this SPECIAL INTERNET ONLY price!^^All our pre-owned vehicles come with a 3-year Extended Warranty*, National Roadside Assist** & a 100 Point Safety Inspection. (*Please ask for a full copy of our terms and conditions upon enq

$16,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Morley, WA

Dealer used
24 hours ago

2015 Volkswagen Golf AU MY15 R 6 Speed Manual Hatchback

  • 175592 km
  • Hatchback
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

HOT LOOKING HATCH IN THE MOST SORT AFTER COLOUR -2015 (my15) VOLKSWAGEN GOLF R EDITION HATCH -2.0 TURBO POCKET ROCKET 206KW OF DIRECT POWER -RARE 6 SPEED MANUAL FOR THOSE WHO LIKE TO DRIVE -PREMIUM PACK (LEATHER, SUNROOF AND NAVIGATION -IMMACULATE PRESENTED INSIDE AND OUT -FULL SERVICE HISTORY -SOLD WITH REGO AND A CURRENT RWC -BEING THE R PREMIUM EDITION IT HAS ALL THE GOODIES -LEATHER INTERIOR -SUNROOF -NAVIGATION -206KWS OF POWER -MASSIVE BRAKE CALIPERS -19INCH ALLOYS -KEYLESS ENTRY AND ST

$24,999 Excl. Gov. Charges
Avondale Heights, VIC

Dealer used
Yesterday

2014 Volkswagen Golf 90 TSI COMFORTLINE

  • 184000 km
  • Wagon
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

✳️$11,999 Drive Away Price ✳️2014 VW Golf S/Wagon ✳️Blue Motion Technology ✳️90 TSI Comfortline ✳️Turbo MPFI ✳️1.4 Litre Petrol Engine ✳️7 Speed Automatic ✳️Auto Hold ✳️Full Service History ✳️Bluetooth Capability ✳️Radio & Cd Player & etc: ✳️Air Conditioning ✳️Power Steering ✳️Electric Windows ✳️Cruise Control ✳️Central Locking ✳️Rear View Camera ✳️Excellent Condition Throughout Price includes all on road costs: Stamp Duty Fee’s✅ Transfer Fee’s✅ Registration✅ RWC✅ Call direct on 0416

$11,999 Drive Away^
Ringwood, VIC

Dealer used
25/04/2024

2010 Volkswagen Golf 1K MY10 103 TDI Comfortline 6 Speed Direct Shift Hatchback

  • 220488 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

IDEAL SAFE AND RELIABLE FIRST CAR. AUTOMATIC WITH NIPPY 2 LTR TURBO DIESEL ENGINE. VERY CLEAN, STRAIGHT CAR WITH TIDY INTERIOR. DRIVES REAL WELL AND HAS GOOD SERVICE HISTORY. 16" ALLOY WHEELS, DUAL FRONT, SIDE AND HEAD AIRBAGS, BLUETOOTH, ABS, TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM, CRUISE CONTROL, DUAL TEMP ZONES CLIMATE CONTROL, POWER WINDOWS/MIRRORS, CENTRAL LOCKING/REMOTE AND MUCH MORE. REGO JUST EXPIRED SO WILL HAVE 3 MONTHS REGO INCLUDED AND COMES WITH A 1 YEAR WARRANTY. A FULL CAR HISTORY (PPSR) REPOR

$6,995 Excl. Gov. Charges
Bankstown, NSW

Dealer used
25/04/2024

2013 Volkswagen Golf AU MY14 103 TSI Highline 7 Speed Auto Direct Shift Hatchback

  • 85626 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

2013 Volkswagen Golf AU MY14 103 TSI Highline 7 Speed Auto Direct Shift Hatchback

$15,888 Drive Away^
Oakleigh, VIC

Dealer used
25/04/2024

*** 2017 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTI *** RARE MANUAL 2 DOOR *** TURBO PETROL *** FINANCE AVAILABLE

  • 66000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

***2017 Golf GTI *** rare manual 2 door *** turbo petrol *** finance available *** ASK US FOR THE LINK TO OUR OTHER VEHICLES! **** RARE 2 DOOR MANUAL GTI *** ****LOW KM **** STATUTORY WARRANTY INCLUDED MANUAL 2.0L TURBO DONE 66,000 KMS COLD AIR CONDITIONING TINTED WINDOWS PARKING SENSORS APPLE CAR PLAY DAY TIME RUNNING LIGHTS CRUISE CONTROL STEERING WHEEL OPTIONS ALLOY WHEELS 4 X NEW TYRES REGO + RWC INCLUDED ROAD SIDE ASSIST AVAILABLE EXTENDED WARRANTY AVAILABLE FINANCE AVAILABLE

$26,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Slacks Creek, QLD

Dealer used
25/04/2024

2018 Volkswagen Golf AU MY18 110 TSI Highline 7 Speed Auto Direct Shift Hatchback

  • 112108 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

2018 Volkswagen Golf 110 TSI highline $23888 plus on roads - this will include 3 YEARS WARRANTY Looking for a sleek and powerful hatchback, this beauty is sure to impress. Equipped with a turbocharged 1.4L engine and a smooth 7-speed automatic transmission, the Golf 110 TSI Highline delivers an exhilarating driving experience. Whether you're navigating city streets or zooming down the highway, this car has got you covered. Safety is a top priority with this Golf. With dual front airbags, kn

$23,888 Excl. Gov. Charges
Tweed Heads, NSW

Dealer used
25/04/2024

2018 VOLKSWAGEN Golf GTi

  • 19000 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

-INS Garage- 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI Original MK7.5 Only 20,000 kilometers, perfect Volkswagen record, never missed once Optional full set of driving assistance, the originator of hot hatches 2.0T 169kW, huge potential, shifting through the gears and popping ACC/blind spot/lane keeping/anti-collision Carplay/reversing image/electromagnetic suspension Lowest price in Victoria, welcome to test drive, only $36,800

$36,880 Excl. Gov. Charges
Kilsyth, VIC

Dealer used
25/04/2024

2017 Volkswagen Golf AU MY17 110 TSI Highline 7 Speed Auto Direct Shift Wagon

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

This VW R Line Golf WAGON is in perfect condition throughout !! An absolute delight to drive !! Features Include – 12 Months Warranty – 12 Months Roadside Assist – Log Books – FULL service history – Full leather trim – Panoramic Sunroof – Reversing Camera – Front AND Rear parking sensors – Full set of remote keys – Adaptive Cruise Control – Xenon Headlights – Full set of factory floor mats – Satellite Navigation – Shadow Chrome Alloys This is a very rare car indeed ..! Drives fa

$15,888 Excl. Gov. Charges
Wickham, NSW

Dealer used
25/04/2024

2012 Volkswagen Golf 1K MY13 118 TSI Comfortline 7 Speed Auto Direct Shift Wagon

  • 154451 km
  • Wagon
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 1.4L

2012 Volkswagen Golf 1K MY13 118 TSI Comfortline 7 Speed Auto Direct Shift Wagon

$9,990 Excl. Gov. Charges
Oakleigh South, VIC

Dealer used
25/04/2024

2011 Volkswagen Golf VI MY11 77TSI 6 Speed Manual Hatchback

  • 188444 km
  • Hatchback
  • Manual
  • 4 cyl 1.2L

** FULL LOGBOOK SERVICE HISTORY ** Looking for a reliable and stylish hatchback? Look no further than this 2011 Volkswagen Golf VI 77TSI for only $7,888. With a turbocharged engine and a manual transmission, this car is sure to put a smile on your face as you zoom down the road. Featuring 8 speaker stereo, ABS brakes, adjustable steering column, and air conditioning, this Golf is packed with amazing features for your comfort and safety. And with an odometer reading of 188,444 km, this car sti

$7,888 Excl. Gov. Charges
Mawson Lakes, SA

Dealer used
24/04/2024

2022 Volkswagen Golf 8 MY22.5 GTI DSG Soul Black-Tornado Red 7 Speed Sports Automatic Dual Clutch

  • 34460 km
  • Hatchback
  • Auto
  • 4 cyl 2.0L

2022 Volkswagen Golf 8 MY22.5 GTI DSG Soul Black-Tornado Red 7 Speed Sports Automatic Dual Clutch

$48,887 Drive Away^
Frankston, VIC

Dealer used
24/04/2024

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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.