VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
1990–2021 · 217 trims available
At a Glance
GOLF OVERVIEW
Year Range
1990–2021
Total Configurations
217
Best MyCar Score
73.7 / 100
Price Range (Used)
$14,900–$29,725
Trim Levels
2021 CONFIGURATIONS
Showing 2021 trims. Select a year above for full details.
Trim Guide
UNDERSTANDING GOLF TRIMS
Averaged across all model years. Sorted entry-level to premium by price.
| Trim | Body | Avg MPG | Avg HP | Avg MSRP | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL | Hatchback | 24 | 113 | $15,962 | 70 |
| GL TDI | Hatchback | 34 | 93 | $17,278 | 71 |
| TSI Launch Edition | Hatchback | 30 | 170 | $17,995 | 70 |
| GLS | Hatchback | 24 | 115 | $18,003 | 70 |
| GLS 1.8T | Hatchback | 23 | 150 | $18,338 | 68 |
| GLS TDI | Hatchback | 35 | 95 | $19,194 | 71 |
| 2.5L | Hatchback | 26 | 170 | $19,579 | 71 |
| 2.5L PZEV | Hatchback | 26 | 170 | $19,885 | 72 |
| TSI S | Hatchback | 29 | 170 | $20,760 | 70 |
| TSI | Hatchback | 31 | 155 | $22,078 | 72 |
| TSI Wolfsburg Edition | Hatchback | 29 | 170 | $22,145 | 70 |
| 1.4T S | Hatchback | 32 | 147 | $22,395 | 71 |
| TSI S w/Sunroof | Hatchback | 29 | 170 | $22,625 | 69 |
| TDI S | Hatchback | 36 | 150 | $22,895 | 68 |
| TDI | Hatchback | 34 | 140 | $23,995 | 71 |
| 1.4T SE | Hatchback | 32 | 147 | $24,695 | 70 |
| TSI SE | Hatchback | 29 | 170 | $24,795 | 69 |
| 0 | Hatchback | 31 | 150 | $25,962 | 70 |
| TDI SE | Hatchback | 36 | 150 | $26,445 | 67 |
| 2.0L TDI | Hatchback | 34 | 140 | $26,976 | 69 |
| TSI SEL | Hatchback | 29 | 170 | $27,605 | 67 |
| TDI SEL | Hatchback | 36 | 150 | $28,945 | 66 |
| 1.8T, TDI | Hatchback | N/A | N/A | N/A | |
| Base, S, SE , SEL/TDI S, SE SEL | Hatchback | N/A | N/A | N/A | 73 |
| GL (1999.5) | Hatchback | 24 | 115 | N/A | 67 |
| GLS (1999.5) | Hatchback | 24 | 115 | N/A | 67 |
| TDi | Hatchback | 38 | 90 | N/A | 72 |
| Base | Hatchback | 24 | 115 | N/A | 68 |
| Jazz | Hatchback | 24 | 115 | N/A | 71 |
| K2 | Hatchback | 24 | 115 | N/A | 71 |
| GLS TDi | Hatchback | 38 | 90 | N/A | 68 |
| Limited | Hatchback | 24 | 115 | N/A | 68 |
| Wolfsburg | Hatchback | 24 | 115 | N/A | 69 |
| GL TDi (1999.5) | Hatchback | 38 | 90 | N/A | 69 |
| Trek | Hatchback | 24 | 115 | N/A | 72 |
| Celebration | Hatchback | 24 | 115 | N/A | 68 |
| Sport | Hatchback | 24 | 115 | N/A | 68 |
| City | Hatchback | 24 | 115 | N/A | 68 |
| GLS TDi (1999.5) | Hatchback | 38 | 90 | N/A | 69 |
| GL TDi | Hatchback | 38 | 90 | N/A | 68 |
Specs Summary
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM A GOLF
| Spec | Entry Level | Top Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $14,900 | $29,725 |
| MPG (combined) | 22 combined | 38 combined |
| Horsepower | 90 HP | 170 HP |
| Seating | 5 passengers | 5 passengers |
| Body Types | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Year-by-Year Analysis
BEST & WORST YEARS
Best Year
2021
Average MyCar Score: 73.4 · 1 avg recalls
Years to Watch
2019, 2018, 2016, 2015, 2012, 2011, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000, 1999
Lower scores or higher recall counts. Research these years carefully before buying.
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