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Volkswagen Golf reviews

Volkswagen Golf
4.5 stars
(158) 4.5/5
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Is the Volkswagen Golf a good car?

  • Performance 4.0 stars
  • Running Costs 4.0 stars
  • Comfort 4.5 stars
  • Reliability 4.5 stars
  • Space Practicality 4.5 stars

I love my golf

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 2012
  • 1400
  • Manual
  • Petrol
  • Hatchback
  • 4
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I have owned 8 golfs and have loved every one of them. They do everything I need them to do. Each newer car I have bought has been improved and I have been very happy driving them. They may be expensive to buy but are worth every penny spent.

Fun, casual, economic

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 2012
  • 1400
  • Semi-automatic
  • Petrol
  • Hatchback
  • 5
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I downsized from a big 2.5 V6 to a 1.4 Golf, so it took a bit of getting used to. My Golf has DSG with paddle-shift and the 1.4 engine is pretty nippy so I can vary my driving style. I can leave it in auto and drive gently (and very economically) or, especially on my own on cross-country drives, put it in "manual" and drive it briskly - but still get good economy. I've done long drives and it is really comfortable. I've humped around loads of DIY stuff because the boot is a good size. I average 40mpg, which I'm happy with.

Vw golf

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 2013
  • 1600
  • Manual
  • Diesel
  • Hatchback
  • 5
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Good practical vehicle, reliable and does the job,

My golf

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 2007
  • 1400
  • Automatic
  • Petrol
  • Hatchback
  • 5
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Superb car. This is the fourth golf I've owned and I love it.

VW Golf GT Bluemotion

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 2013
  • 1400
  • Manual
  • Petrol
  • Hatchback
  • 5
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I've had the car for nearly 6 months. It's more comfortable, more economical, and more pleasant to drive than my previous car; the reliability will become apparent in due course.

Golf Mk7

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 2013
  • 1400
  • Manual
  • Petrol
  • Hatchback
  • 5
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Reliability
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Only had the car for 2 weeks and very pleased with what modern technology offers. So many gadgets to get used to and so many safety features.

Great Car

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 2013
  • 1400
  • Manual
  • Petrol
  • Hatchback
  • 5
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Amazingly nippy, very comfortable & practical.

great vehicle

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 2004
  • 1900
  • Manual
  • Diesel
  • Hatchback
  • 5
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A good solid car with comfortable front seats and plenty of luggage space, good headroom. Reliable, and not expensive to run even though it is nearly ten years old now.

My 10th Golf

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 2011
  • 1400
  • Manual
  • Petrol
  • Hatchback
  • 5
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Do I need to say any more than this is the 10th new Golf I have owned and I have not had a spot of trouble with any of them.

Economic vehicle for a decent price

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 2010
  • 1200
  • Manual
  • Petrol
  • Hatchback
  • 4
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Reliability
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great economic car but would prefer a larger car. It would still be a VW

Golf Sport

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 2005
  • 1600
  • Manual
  • Petrol
  • Hatchback
  • 5
Performance
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Comfort
Reliability
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It does what it is told when accelerating, braking, steering. Controls are in the right place. Cabin heating/cooling system very good. Fluids rarely need topping up. Cofortablr for driver and passengers.

My Wheels

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 1994
  • 1781
  • Manual
  • Petrol
  • Convertible
  • 2
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Comfort
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First registered 1994 but it's still like a new car to me.

VW Golf 1.6TDI

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 2010
  • 1600
  • Manual
  • Diesel
  • Hatchback
  • 4
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Excellent runner plus 60mpg regularly

VW Golf Mk4

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 2002
  • 1900
  • Manual
  • Diesel
  • Hatchback
  • 5
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Great solid comfortable car. Good on fuel in the city and on longer journeys.

Its about a car, a VW car.

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 2011
  • 1400
  • Manual
  • Petrol
  • Hatchback
  • 5
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It is a good, solid, reliable car. I have owned other cars but only ever bought those particular makes once. I have owned five VW`s. One Polo and four Golfs. I keep them about three years after buying them at six to nine months old.

Great car

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 1991
  • 1200
  • Automatic
  • Petrol
  • Hatchback
  • 5
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VWs are just great cars. Very comfortable, economical and above all reliable. I also consider them very safe to drive. They have excellent visibility even for a shorter person (I'm only 5'2). Would recommend them to anyone.

Golfs

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 2009
  • 1600
  • Manual
  • Diesel
  • Hatchback
  • 4
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We have bought 6 golfs over the last thirty years, all from brand new. I need say no more.

Golf review

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 2011
  • 1600
  • Automatic
  • Diesel
  • Hatchback
  • 5
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Fantastic solid and comfortable car. Well priced.

2013 VW GOLF SE TSI is Great

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 2013
  • 1400
  • Manual
  • Petrol
  • Hatchback
  • 5
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I have driven all sorts and makes of cars and believe that this is the best one ever. It is comfortable, holds the road very well, reliable and great fun to drive. It is a new innovative model full of extras. There is not a manual handbrake but the car automatically performs all the functions. I am now completely used to this and think it is great. Fuel efficiency is greatly enhanced with this Blue Motion version which cuts off fuel at lights and restarts automatically when the clutch is engaged. It also works automatically when parked on a hill!

VW Golf

Added: 11th of October 2013

  • 2003
  • 1500
  • Automatic
  • Petrol
  • Hatchback
  • 5
Performance
Running Costs
Comfort
Reliability
Space Practicality

Lovely solid little car - perfect for running errands - newer models are better on petrol consumption and I feel relatively positive that my next car will be a Golf too.

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