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2017 Volkswagen Golf

Trim: trendline
by nico5805 on 10-09-2017
Very smooth ride.
Live down a rough gravel road and this thing absorbs the bumps and holes like its nothing. lots of power and great handling. could not ask for a better car for the price.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
5/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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2017 Volkswagen Golf

by Rharper on 10-03-2017
First Car
I purchased my Volkswagen Golf from a dealership early this year. I was deciding between this car and a Mazda 3, I am glad I got a Golf! Lets talk about performance, the golf has a 1.8L turbo engine. This is a feature that each trim offers. That extra pick me up when getting onto the highway or passing someone on the road is very important to me to feel as though I have control over my vehicle. The interior design is perfect: simple and sleek.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2001 Volkswagen Golf

by willowdee on 07-31-2017
Favourite car I ever had
It may not have been a sport car but she was reliable, very easy to drive, and never let me down once. Plenty of highway and city driving completed without any problems, transporting my band's gear with the hatchback was extremely handy and it carried a lot more than many people suspected.
Overall
4.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
3/5
Reliability
5/5
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2014 Volkswagen Golf

Trim: Blue
by P-cars on 07-30-2017
Reliable and efficient
It's a basic car, but it holds up to even some rigorous going trips. But generally, it works best for day to day stuff like groceries.
Overall
4.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
4/5
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2007 Volkswagen Golf

by andre1918 on 07-20-2017
Fair Enough
Pleasant drive, not much. Excellent in snow. German engineering does not show that much compared to other German brand... Resale value is better than Japanese equivalent.
Overall
3.5
Comfort
2/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
3/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
3/5
Reliability
3/5
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2012 Volkswagen Golf

by Evaluator on 07-11-2017
Solid car
The Volkswagen Golf is a very comfortable car to be in. The fuel economy is quite acceptable. It performes well, and you really feel like you have a good control on the road. The Interiour Design is quite good as well, the company seems to try switching or changing theDesign every year or so, however I think that they should keep or stick with what works best. The exterior styling is fine. The Volkswagen Golf is a very reliable car.
Overall
4.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
4/5
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2010 Volkswagen Golf

Trim: Green
by Omni6648 on 06-27-2017
Relatively Cheap, Reliable, Efficient, and Surprisingly Zippy
I've owned this car for a few years now, and I must say the one thing about it that really stands out is its general utility - while being fairly inexpensive, it remains incredibly reliable, very efficient, and the engine puts out more power than one might expect. It's by no means a racecar *laughs* but it'll do anything a sane person might need it to; whether that be hauling groceries, going on road trips, or whatever other normal things one might want to do.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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2017 Volkswagen Golf

Trim: Comfortline
by Gabriel8744 on 06-14-2017
I love this car!
I really love my new golf 2017. I had a Civic before and it's a totally different way to drive. It is a performance car, with style and technology. The design is beautiful and i love the curves of the car. Apple Carplay is nice, but is not perfect. Sometimes, it dosen't work at all.I think the seats are nice, but not enough comfortable.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
3/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2006 Volkswagen Golf

Trim: TDI
by Maggie5700 on 02-25-2017
Reliable and great on fuel
This has been my car for almost 10 years and I have loved having it. It is great for city driving and especially parking because of its size. The car surprisingly fits a lot of stuff, especially in the trunk, with even more when the back seats are down. I have moved myself two times in this car and it fit everything like a glove.
It will be louder than a gasoline engine if you're used to that, but it is fantastic on fuel and gets ~850km to a tank when highway driving. It is solid and a heavier feeling car, so you don't skid or hydroplane. I have driven this car in all types of weather, including snow and pouring rain, and felt totally confident.
All major repairs (timing belt, starter, and brakes) have been done in the last 2 years. I have invoices for almost all services and for all major work done to the car.
The car comes with 1 keyless entry remote and 1 valet key.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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2004 Volkswagen Golf

Trim: Gls
by Mayham on 11-12-2016
Great cars if you maintain them
As a person who has driven a lot of VW Golf`s it definately has a nice smooth ride,they are very reliable cars,great on fuel.
They are cars that are reliable efficient.For a car that has a 2.0 litre engine it is probably one of the best cars that has this type of engine & definately beats out the competition
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
3/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2004 Volkswagen Golf

by Jorgy on 05-31-2016
great side and rear visability.
this car has no problems on hills and is quick on passing with lots of pep and torque. Good comfort over long distance. Fuel economy is still around 4.5Lt per 100Km.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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1998 Volkswagen Golf

by LondonOntario on 02-09-2016
Very Reliable
Awesome first car, and a first hand lesson that rustproofing and regular oil changes really do prolong the life of a car.
Overall
4.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
3/5
Fuel Economy
3/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
2/5
Reliability
5/5
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2010 Volkswagen Golf

Trim: Highline
by Belal on 10-22-2015
Excellent Choice
From all angles, this is an incredibly reliable, comfortable and enjoyable car to own and drive. One of the best cars I've driven and owned in the past few years.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2002 Volkswagen Golf

Trim: GLS
by newcar2021 on 08-04-2015
best car in class
What a great little car, never had any issues with it, always started no matter the coldness and never got stuck. Once I added winter tires this little car handled better then vehicles much bigger.
This car is Very comfortable and smooth riding vehicle. Great on fuel, about 750km/tank. The stereo sounds great. lots of room in the back and The seats are very comfortable.
I really cannot say anything about this car, i knew what i was getting as my family has always been a VW family. In fact this little car surpassed all my expectations. I would never second guess getting another one but as my family is growing it is time for something a little bigger..Tiguan here we come!!
This car was my go to during school and my first years out of university... it was so reliable that it saved me so much on gas and up keep...I would highly recommend this little car.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2009 Volkswagen Golf

by Golf4475 on 12-08-2014
Smooth and durable
Just love this car. Hugs the road, compact yet roomy with an extremely smooth ride. German quality, you won't see anywhere else.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
5/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
4/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2013 Volkswagen Golf

Trim: Comfort Line
by Chris0810 on 12-03-2014
Very nice car
Very comfortable and smooth riding vehicle. Fantastic on fuel, it get better fuel mileage then VW quotes. The stereo sounds great. Plenty of power because of the turbo diesel motor. lots of room in the back. The seats are so comfortable, I spent 6.5 hours in the car one day and never have any soreness in my back with other cars I have driven I couldnt say the same. It is a very good car
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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2004 Volkswagen Golf

Trim: GL 2.0 Sedan
by Charlie217 on 11-24-2014
lots of Muscle for a 4CYLINDER
Great car in rain and snow. No issues climbing hills. Very roomy and large trunk Could improve seat reclining system otherwise excellent car and excellent on gas.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
4/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
4/5
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2008 Volkswagen Golf

Trim: GOLF CITY
by Michaelmd on 11-12-2014
Reliable and great drive
This car has been tested in some of canada's harshest climates and has always been reliable and a great drive.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
3/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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2003 Volkswagen Golf

Trim: TDI
by 348 on 11-10-2014
Performance with Economy
Superb performance with excellent fuel economy is the only way to describe this every day commuter TDI. So many upgrades that enhances the joy of driving; a must to see and drive to appreciate.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2005 Volkswagen Golf

Trim: GLS
by VWLove on 11-03-2014
Zippy Ride!
I love the shape of a Golf, and it rides solid on the road. Whenever I have rented cars and they end up being chevy's, dodge or fords the rides are always a loose suspension feel and feels like you are riding in a wavy boat. VW makes a solid car and you can feel it in all of their components. The golf packs a punch in its drive and is great on gas. Also it's basic model sometimes has more features than other cars luxury packages.
One con would be because of the boxy shape, when only the front windows are down it makes a wubba wubba sound inside, but you can fix that by slightly lowering the back windows. All and all a great ride!
Overall
5.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
4/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2010 Volkswagen Golf

by Golf9537 on 10-23-2014
Great City and Highway Car
This is a great handling car on the highway or in city traffic. Plus it is easy to park!
The seat heaters are a real bonus. The air-conditioning and heaters work perfectly.
Having a full set of extra rims with winter tires makes seasonal change-over easy. It also makes the tires last longer and ensures safer winter driving.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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1999 Volkswagen Golf

by Trinidad on 09-18-2014
1999 Golf., amazing, cheaper than what we expected
I love my car for various reasons. The interior design is nice with a very sturdy black fabric with red stiching. The stick has a sporty look. Much nicer than the usually boring interior design for the Golf. It's easy to park in the city yet I've been able to move beds and bookshelves. I have good experiences with this car. Never have problems and is very economic. Great daily driver. Good on gas, just enough pep, simple to work on yourself.
Fun to drive, comfortable ride, hatchback utility, lots of standard features in fourth-generation Golf.
Overall
4.5
Comfort
5/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
4/5
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2003 Volkswagen Golf

Trim: GL
by VW_fan on 09-16-2014
Great fuel efficient car for todays gas prices
We've had it since 2006 and can say nothing but good things about owning a diesel golf. My inlaws liked it so much they bought themselves a brand new one last year.
Its roomy, well laid out, German quality interior and exterior, lots of torque with the diesel motor and great fuel efficiency. Great safe little car that can be very versatile.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
4/5
Reliability
5/5
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2009 Volkswagen Golf

Trim: GOLF CITY
by Golf09 on 08-19-2014
Great for driving
I've always been a GOLF lover, they are great for driving, safe, economic in gas and great in space, I know I can trust this car to fit almost anything in it, it is the VW stamp, great quality.
Overall
5.0
Comfort
4/5
Performance
5/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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2007 Volkswagen Golf

Trim: GOLF CITY
by Mike1234 on 08-05-2014
Reliable and great on gas
This car served me very well. Never had any major problems in 4 years, only regular maintenance. (with the exception of water pump usually goes around 100,000km) Excellent on gas great design inside and out and a lot of fun to drive.

Highly recommended

Overall
5.0
Comfort
5/5
Performance
4/5
Fuel Economy
5/5
Interior Design
5/5
Exterior Styling
5/5
Reliability
5/5
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