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Volkswagen Golf Owner Reviews
Search a full range of owner reviews to find out what the Volkswagen Golf is really like to own and live with. With over 45,000 owner reviews you are sure to find a review of the Volkswagen Golf you are interested in.
Latest models
We have 13 owner reviews for the latest Volkswagen Golf:
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Too many rattles, hopeless driver controls, good to drive. Bought it new hoping for a well-built VW in line with...
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I got this car on a lease deal that was too good to miss (first 3 payments free) and now...
Read all owner reviewsOh dear, what were VW thinking when they let the tech geeks loose on the golf 8 dashboard. A good...
There’s a lot to like about the Golf mk8, but I returned the car after three weeks because of major...
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Having owned the previous generation Golf R I was looking forward to owning the new model. Supply issues meant I...
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A shame a nice car spoilt by poor software, should never have been released to market No two days are...
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I have owned a 1.5 TSI 150 bhp R Line version from new and have been very happy with...
Read all owner reviewsIt is difficult to find the words to express how much I hate this car. Its like an untested concept...
I chose this car on paper, without seeing it, driving it or seeing a review. I’ve had Golfs in the...
Older models
Hatchback (1,279 owner reviews)
2004 - 2009
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Our most recent reviewers said:
Love, love, love my car, always wanted one and can say it is the best car i've owned. Always reliable,...
Read all owner reviewsYou have to own to understand what a unique car this is. With modern technology this will never be repeated.
Always loved these cars, bought one recently and don’t regret a thing. A little thirsty but still getting 22-25mog round...
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So I got this is my first car own since passing my driving test; I heard lots of complaints about...
Read all owner reviewsI have had a Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI now for 8 years. I would say it is probably the...
It’s comfy, has a very nice gearbox, it’s quiet and reasonably fuel efficient for its year and engine size (38mpg.)...
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Has a few problems like it had to have a rear wheel bearing and the fly wheel has started to...
Read all owner reviewsGreat handling and very responsive once warmed up. Noisy - but then I like a throaty diesel sound. Mileage is...
I've had this car three months and I enjoy driving it. With a new battery it definitely goes and manoeuvres...
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I'd driven to a few Golf's before and never been overly impressed, the MK4 was dull, and the base MK5's...
Read all owner reviewsI have owned three VW Golf Mk Vs (2.0 TDI 140, 2.0 TDI 170 and 2.0 TFSI GTI Edition 30)...
The room in the front and back,.
2013 - 2020
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This really is a fine car in many, many ways. I have owned a Golf Mk V before but this...
Read all owner reviewsBought this car after hiring one in Germany and covering several hundred miles on autobahn and country roads. Having owned...
The basic equipment for my car was not on my car I had to buy the extra to get...
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Good car in many ways refinement is excellent, it is reasonably fast and for the performance MPG is good and...
Read all owner reviewsI have mixed feelings about my car. In many ways it is excellent, The ride and handling balance is superb,...
I have mixed feeling about my Golf. On one hand it looks good, handles most types of driving well and...
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A brilliant car does everything well and the extra space over a Golf is a massive plus factor. If they...
Read all owner reviewsLike I commented before...What can I say...it's a Golf. If you owned one you will know what I mean, if...
Goes well, economical, comfortable.Good driving position, good legroom for me which is unusual and space behind me. Quiet, ...
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The Golf R is the best car I have ever owned in 45 years of motoring.It is perfectly usable as...
Read all owner reviewsI have owned three golfs since 2012 the first a three door 2011 GTI manual which was a dream...
I picked up my Golf R last week and its been a revelation. If you bear in mind I sold...
2009 - 2016
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The least reliable car I've ever owned, but a nice car when it's working. I've had my Golf 1.6Tdi for...
Read all owner reviewsI just love this car! Had to have the gearbox fixed at 30k miles...not so good....but on the whole...
A great car that has seen me from newly married with with just the two of us to having three...
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The quality of the interior is excellent. It is extremely easy to drive, and with the performance that it has...
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I have owned and driven many different makes of vehicle since passing my driving test1963 and this is the best...
Read all owner reviewsHatchback...
It's a all rounder. You can have your GTI experience or just pop to the shops. A very easy car...
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Comfortable ride.
Read all owner reviewsSeats are high and comfortable, boot floor flat and can be enlarged by sliding the rear seats...
Size-- seat fold down to carry item good height for easy access, especially for my handicapped...
1992 - 2001
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Our most recent reviewers said:
Useable classic with a great image, the black plastic bumpers have aged well too! I have modified mine quite a...
Read all owner reviewsthis is now my 3rd mk4 golf, after having a mercedes a class for a year and nothing but constant...
My MK3 GTI was my weekend toy, originally bought to have something to throw around on the B roads and...
1997 - 2005
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1998 S reg bought in July 2015. Needed a new clutch as soon as it was bought. New tappetts (hydraulic...
Read all owner reviewsgot the car from my mother who purchased it 2 yr old and low mileage each year approx 2500 miles.
Golf v6 4 motion- everything you could want, a pocket hot hatch. Doesn’t look fast - just like any other...
1981 - 1993
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There is this car about 12 years in our family. It is made simply but with of the best ideas.
Read all owner reviewsIt's easy to drive. Easy to park and nippy in and out of town.
Spacious and 5 door.
Convertible (38 owner reviews)
2009 - 2016
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The VAG 1.6tdi engine on this car is very unreliable. This is the engine with CAYC engine code. There are...
Read all owner reviewsGood performance and handling. Brilliant open top driving. Boot opening a bit limited but back seats fold down. Very well...
I adore convertibles My first was a ‘72 Beatle I’ve since had a Astra, Megan, A4, C-class ...
1992 - 2001
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Have only owned this car for a short while, but definetly a great choice if you want a 4 seat...
Read all owner reviewsAlthough a bit dated due to age, this is a fun car to drive and a great entry level for...
The boot is terrific for a convertible, and have even got a full size bicycle in there, abeit front...
1981 - 1993
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Mpg high 30s, keeps up with modern traffic no problem, simple mechanicals to work on.
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Estate (86 owner reviews)
1997 - 2005
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Absolutely rock solid and reliable for 22 years, will really miss it. The seats are a little dusty after...
Read all owner reviewsComplete service history. Bodywork is perfect - not a touch of rust even under the wheel arches. 98k on the...
Despite having covered an eyebrow-raising mileage, the Golf really is rather good. Admittedly, the turbo's a bit lazy, the synchromesh,...
2004 - 2009
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Dull dull dull dull dull! Did I say this car is dull? It's dull! Boring styling, extremely under powered. Five...
Read all owner reviewsI love this car. Very Reliable. Roomy Estate. Comfortable. Economic.. VW.. Has never let me down.. Great tow car. Fab...
The interior space when compared to the overall size.
2013 - 2020
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My 4th Golf, they perform and drive superbly, well pleased. Bought the car with just 450 miles on the clock,...
Read all owner reviewsOwned 5 V dubs before this one but this is definitely the best . It is brilliant for carrying...
I like the refinement for a car in this class, large boot, good economy. Generally reliable. The seats in the...
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Economy can be squeezed out if driving carefully. Getting MPG figures in the 40’s requires a slower, gentle approach. The...
Read all owner reviewsBrilliant car, highly recommended if you don't want a SUV, but you have 4x4 capability for...
This is my second review of this car as my first car was written off by a maniac driving at...
2009 - 2016
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Our most recent reviewers said:
Ok I’ve had all sorts of company cars over time. Rubbish ones and a few brilliant, the best a golf...
Read all owner reviewsBrought this in 2018 with 103k Miles. Now with exactly 140k 19 months later we have replaced a few consumables...
Good car, drives well. Done 11k miles in it so far. Have been using shell v power diesel for about...
1992 - 2001
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