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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$10,650
Est. $144/mo
$12 Above market
RMV: $10,638
Price Drop, $1,100
Earlier Price: $11,750 (30 Aug 2024)
Mileage 103,775 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 3 Owner
80 Days in market
GRAY
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Elite Auto Sales
Raleigh, NC
3.0
(Based 582 Review)
(919) 83*****
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$8,300
Est. $112/mo
$768 Below market
RMV: $9,068
Price Drop, $400
Earlier Price: $8,700 (9 Oct 2024)
Mileage 129,372 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
167 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Fuzzy Dice Auto Sales
Harleysville, PA
4.0
(Based 98 Review)
(215) 25*****
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$7,977
Est. $108/mo
$317 Below market
RMV: $8,294
Mileage 150,033 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
30 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Dealz on Wheelz
Ewing, KY
5.0
(Based 50 Review)
(606) 26*****
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2016 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$9,990
Est. $135/mo
$225 Above market
RMV: $9,765
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $10,990 (3 Jul 2024)
Mileage 112,599 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
256 Days in market
SILVER
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Ralph's Auto Center
New Bedford, MA
5.0
(Based 246 Review)
(508) 99*****
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2016 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$9,790
Est. $132/mo
$782 Below market
RMV: $10,572
Price Drop, $700
Earlier Price: $10,490 (18 Oct 2024)
Mileage 107,180 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
152 Days in market
WHITE
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Prime Auto Imports
Riverdale, NJ
5.0
(Based 82 Review)

Vehicle History

  • Accident reported: vehicle not damaged
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 20,207 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 02/01/16 and owned in NY until 11/25/18
  • Last serviced at 107,137 miles in West Islip, NY on 01/19/24
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(973) 49*****
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2016 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$8,995
Est. $122/mo
$641 Below market
RMV: $9,636
Mileage 130,178 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
119 Days in market
WHITE
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Autolika Cars LLC
North Royalton, OH
5.0
(Based 242 Review)

Vehicle History

  • Other damage reported
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 21,217 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 03/28/16 and owned in IL until 08/08/18
  • Last serviced at 130,738 miles in North Olmsted, OH on 08/28/24
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(440) 53*****
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2016 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$14,568
Est. $197/mo
$19 Above market
RMV: $14,549
Mileage 59,263 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
19 Days in market
BLUE
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Dick Hannah Volkswagen Hyundai Of Portland
Portland, OR
4.0
(Based 1244 Review)
(503) 62*****
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$11,499
Est. $156/mo
$74 Above market
RMV: $11,425
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $11,999 (12 Sep 2024)
Mileage 104,005 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
100 Days in market
BLUE
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Knights Auto Sale
Newark, OH
5.0
(Based 38 Review)
(740) 27*****
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2016 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$10,950
Est. $148/mo
$744 Above market
RMV: $10,206
Price Rise, $951
Earlier Price: $9,999 (12 Oct 2024)
Mileage 105,000 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
52 Days in market
WHITE
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Zora Motors
Rosenberg, TX
4.0
(Based 64 Review)
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$9,890
Est. $134/mo
$124 Above market
RMV: $9,766
Price Drop, $530
Earlier Price: $10,420 (22 Oct 2024)
Mileage 115,702 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
19 Days in market
WHITE
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Van Horn Nissan of Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI
4.0
(Based 1364 Review)
(715) 25*****
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$10,995
Est. $149/mo
$724 Above market
RMV: $10,271
Mileage 106,363 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
370 Days in market
GRAY
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Condemi Motor Company Inc.
Lodi, NJ
3.0
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$11,995
Est. $162/mo
$256 Above market
RMV: $11,739
Price Rise, $495
Earlier Price: $11,500 (3 Jul 2024)
Mileage 89,000 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 3 Owner
208 Days in market
RED
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Big lam motors
Fremont, CA
4.0

Vehicle History

  • Minor to Moderate Damage Reported
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 8,634 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 08/29/14 and owned in VA until 09/08/22
  • Last serviced at 89,797 miles in Santa Rosa, CA on 04/07/24
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$11,999
Est. $162/mo
$363 Below market
RMV: $12,362
Mileage 90,800 mi.
Home Delivery
4 Owner
161 Days in market
BLUE
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Pacific Bay Auto
Fremont, CA
4.0
(Based 36 Review)
(510) 98*****
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$12,221
Est. $165/mo
$37 Below market
RMV: $12,258
Mileage 98,588 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 2 Owner
59 Days in market
SILVER
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
10K Autos
Greenville, SC
3.0
(Based 571 Review)
(864) 52*****
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$7,996
Est. $108/mo
$1,915 Below market
RMV: $9,911
Price Drop, $2,602
Earlier Price: $10,598 (22 Oct 2024)
Mileage 110,798 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
49 Days in market
SILVER
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Audi Central Houston
Houston, TX
5.0
(Based 2162 Review)
(855) 62*****
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2016 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$8,695
Est. $118/mo
$1,845 Below market
RMV: $10,540
Mileage 117,485 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
76 Days in market
WHITE
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Infinity Auto Gallery
Daytona Beach, FL
4.0
(Based 112 Review)
(386) 45*****
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbodiesel 6AM)

$12,700
Est. $172/mo
$1,703 Below market
RMV: $14,403
Price Drop, $75
Earlier Price: $12,775 (6 Oct 2024)
Mileage 93,921 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 3 Owner
57 Days in market
WHITE
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Joseph Volkswagen of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
4.0
(Based 485 Review)
(513) 91*****
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbodiesel 6AM)

$14,681
Est. $199/mo
$436 Above market
RMV: $14,245
Price Drop, $282
Earlier Price: $14,963 (17 Oct 2024)
Mileage 99,535 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
36 Days in market
SILVER
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Driven
Boise, ID
4.0
(Based 389 Review)
(208) 78*****
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$13,900
Est. $188/mo
$362 Above market
RMV: $13,538
Mileage 74,308 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
22 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Volvo of Lisle
Lisle, IL
4.0
(Based 767 Review)
(630) 20*****
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$9,999
Est. $135/mo
$326 Below market
RMV: $10,325
Mileage 95,346 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
274 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Key Auto Denver
Denver, CO
3.0
(Based 347 Review)
(303) 96*****
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2016 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$12,394
Est. $168/mo
$654 Below market
RMV: $13,048
Price Drop, $149
Earlier Price: $12,543 (18 Oct 2024)
Mileage 92,904 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
41 Days in market
GRAY
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Grieco Hyundai of Johnston
Johnston, RI
3.0
(Based 913 Review)
(401) 40*****
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2016 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$8,995
Est. $122/mo
$1,062 Below market
RMV: $10,057
Mileage 123,601 mi.
Home Delivery
4 Owner
11 Days in market
SILVER
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Supreme Auto Sales
Chesapeake, VA
3.0
(Based 110 Review)
(757) 39*****
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2016 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$12,348
Est. $167/mo
$544 Above market
RMV: $11,804
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $13,348 (18 Oct 2024)
Mileage 97,222 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
40 Days in market
RED
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Krause Family Ford of Woodstock
Woodstock, GA
3.0
(Based 1539 Review)
(770) 80*****
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2016 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$10,995
Est. $149/mo
$79 Below market
RMV: $11,074
Mileage 116,037 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
207 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Monroe Motor Company
Monroe, NC
5.0
(Based 113 Review)

Vehicle History

  • Other damage reported
  • Driven an estimated 14,179 miles/year.
  • Purchased on 01/29/16 and owned in NC until 03/12/24
  • Last serviced in Monroe, NC on 04/12/24
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(704) 28*****
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About 2016 Volkswagen Golf


4.0

Overall Rating

The Volkswagen Golf has spearheaded the brand’s success and fame in the global automotive market. Ever since it was introduced, Golf has been revered for its class-leading features, aplomb ride quality, and a cabin so uniquely designed, that you could start believing in love at first sight.

The Volkswagen Golf has spearheaded the brand’s success and fame in the global automotive market. Ever since it was introduced, Golf has been revered for its class-leading features, aplomb ride quality, and a cabin so uniquely designed, that you could start believing in love at first sight. With the 2016 iteration of the Volkswagen Golf, a new touchscreen system is the most noticeable update, with minor changes supplementing the hatchback’s usability and practicality.

Considering that car buying decisions are long-lasting and non-recurring, the SEL seems to be the best bet in the lot and has a maximum capacity to stand the test of time. Its additional features like a navigation system, keyless start, and dual-zone climate control, make the SEL an alluring option and an investment that may seem costly but is worth every dollar spent.

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2016 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$11,597
Est. $157/mo
$452 Above market
RMV: $11,145
Mileage 110,366 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
9 Days in market
SILVER
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Wiz Autos
Stratford, CT
3.0
(Based 1061 Review)
(203) 37*****
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Wagon (1.8L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

$11,997
Est. $162/mo
$940 Below market
RMV: $12,937
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $12,997 (28 Aug 2024)
Mileage 98,778 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 2 Owner
194 Days in market
WHITE
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
GTX Auto Group
West Chester, OH
4.0
(Based 709 Review)
(513) 48*****
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbodiesel 6AM)

$14,980
Est. $203/mo
$2,369 Below market
RMV: $17,349
Price Drop, $2,000
Earlier Price: $16,980 (11 Oct 2024)
Mileage 76,541 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 4 Owner
115 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Northtown Auto Liquidators
Spokane, WA
1.0
(Based 882 Review)

Vehicle History

  • Accident reported: minor damage
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 9,552 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 07/24/15 and owned in CA until 10/17/18
  • Last serviced at 76,539 miles in Spokane, WA on 07/25/24
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(509) 20*****
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbodiesel 6AM)

$13,980
Est. $189/mo
$1,805 Below market
RMV: $15,785
Price Drop, $1,700
Earlier Price: $15,680 (11 Oct 2024)
Mileage 106,088 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
129 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Northtown Auto Liquidators
Spokane, WA
1.0
(Based 882 Review)

Vehicle History

  • No accident or damage reported to Carindigo
  • Driven an estimated 14,835 miles/year.
  • Purchased on 05/05/17 and owned in NY until 06/19/24
  • Last serviced at 106,088 miles in Spokane, WA on 08/08/24
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(509) 20*****
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbodiesel 6AM)

$16,390
Est. $222/mo
$320 Above market
RMV: $16,070
Price Drop, $300
Earlier Price: $16,690 (29 Oct 2024)
Mileage 96,587 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
24 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Reliable Auto Source
Sacramento, CA
4.0
(Based 154 Review)
(916) 83*****
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2015 Volkswagen Golf SE

SE 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl Turbodiesel 6AM)

$14,999
Est. $203/mo
$281 Above market
RMV: $14,718
Earlier Price: $14,999 (19 Oct 2024)
Mileage 110,415 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
68 Days in market
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Clovis Volkswagen
Clovis, CA
(559) 31*****
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2016 Volkswagen Golf Review


The Volkswagen Golf has spearheaded the brand’s success and fame in the global automotive market. Ever since it was introduced, Golf has been revered for its class-leading features, aplomb ride quality, and a cabin so uniquely designed, that you could start believing in love at first sight.

The Volkswagen Golf has spearheaded the brand’s success and fame in the global automotive market. Ever since it was introduced, Golf has been revered for its class-leading features, aplomb ride quality, and a cabin so uniquely designed, that you could start believing in love at first sight. With the 2016 iteration of the Volkswagen Golf, a new touchscreen system is the most noticeable update, with minor changes supplementing the hatchback’s usability and practicality.

Pricing and Features
6.0/10


The Volkswagen Golf is available in four trims namely the base, S, SE, and SEL. Furthermore, it is available either as a 2-door or 4-door hatchback. The base Volkswagen Golf is priced at $18,495 for the base variant and goes up to $27,425. As standard, some basic features that the Volkswagen Golf is equipped with include keyless entry, heated mirrors, and power steering. Apart from the basic trims, the Golf is also available as a GTI and R-line which are sport and performance-focused trims respectively.

Trim

Base

S

SE

SEL

MSRP (2-door hatchback) (Manual)

$18,495

$19,575

N/A

N/A

MSRP (2-door hatchback) (Automatic)

$19,575

$20,675

N/A

N/A

MSRP (4-door hatchback) (Manual)

N/A

$20,175

N/A

N/A

MSRP (4-door hatchback) (Automatic)

N/A

$20,275

$25,225

$27,425

Key Features

Cruise Control

Backup Camera

Sun/moonroof

Keyless Start

 

Vehicle Anti-Theft System

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Optional Automatic Parking

Dual Zone A/C and Climate Control

 

Keyless Entry

HD Radio

Fog Lamps

Navigation System

 

Daytime Running Lights

Smart Device Integration

Premium Sound System

Optional Blind Spot Monitor

 

Interior Cargo Shade

Hands-Free Communication

Heated Front Seats

Heated Front Seats

 

Auxiliary Audio Input

Steering wheel controls

Optional Adaptive Cruise Control

Optional Adaptive Cruise Control

We Recommend

Considering that car buying decisions are long-lasting and non-recurring, the SEL seems to be the best bet in the lot and has a maximum capacity to stand the test of time. Its additional features like a navigation system, keyless start, and dual-zone climate control, make the SEL an alluring option and an investment that may seem costly but is worth every dollar spent.

Engine and Performance
8.1/10


The engine powering your Volkswagen Golf is a 1.8L inline-4 unit that is good for 170hp of power and 200lb.-ft of torque. The hatchback comes attached to either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed shiftable automatic.

While the manual transmission is easy-going, the automatic transmission does lack some response when shifting through gears. As standard, the Golf is channeled to a front-wheel-drivetrain. The Volkswagen Golf boosts from a still to 60 MPH in 7.8 seconds and is one of the quicker cars in the segment. While the performance figures are not known, the Volkswagen Golf has a legacy of delivering impeccable performance.

Model

 

Volkswagen Golf

Ford Focus

Mazda 3 Hatchback

MSRP

$27,425

$23,725

$36,495

Engine

1.8L I-4

2.0L I-4

2.5L I-4

Drivetrain

Front-wheel-drive

Front-wheel-drive

Front-wheel-drive

Transmission

6-speed shiftable automatic

6-speed automated manual

6-speed shiftable automatic

Power

170hp

160hp

184hp

Torque

200lb.-ft

146lb.-ft

185lb.-ft

0-60 MPH (seconds)

7.8 seconds

8.5 seconds

7.5 seconds

Quarter mile (mph)

N/A

16.5 seconds

N/A

Top speed (mph)

N/A

121 MPH

N/A

While all three hatchbacks make use of an inline-4 engine, the Mazda 3 hatchback is the most powerful car having power and torque outputs of 184hp and 185lb.-ft respectively. It is consequently the fastest car in the segment taking 7.5 seconds to the 60 MPH mark. The Ford Focus clocks 8.5 and 16.5 seconds in the acceleration test and quarter-mile run respectively, while recording a top speed of 121 MPH.

Fuel Economy
8.0/10


The Volkswagen is highly fuel-efficient managing a combined average of 29 miles per gallon of fuel. However, it does not assert dominance in the segment by virtue of its economical figures. The Volkswagen Golf averages 25 MPG in the city and 36 MPG when sprinting on the highway. Its fuel tank is the largest in the segment and has a total capacity of 13.2 gallons and can average 330 and 475.2 miles in the city and on the highway respectively.

Model

Volkswagen Golf

Ford Focus

Mazda 3 Hatchback

MPG (city)

25

27

27

MPG (Highway)

36

40

37

MPG (Combined)

29

31

31

Fuel Capacity

13.2 gallons

12.4 gallons

13.2 gallons

Range (City/highway)

330/475.2 mi

334.8/496 mi

356.4/488.4 mi

In comparison, the Ford Focus and Mazda 3 Hatchback manage higher efficiencies of 31 MPG. The Mazda has a similar-sized tank as the Volkswagen Golf, while the Ford Focus lurks at the bottom of the table in terms of fuel capacity. While the distance covered by each car is almost similar, there are minute differences and it is difficult to declare a certain winner.

Interior
8.2/10


Whether you are looking at the 2-door or the 4-door hatchback, there is nothing about the cabin build and design you would find irksome. The Volkswagen Golf scores highly on practicality and usability without compromising on comfort and luxury. The seats are comfortable and as standard, the Golf can accommodate five occupants. The central console that houses the infotainment system is striking in appearance and response. The ride quality remains decent, courtesy of a responsive steering system.

The front seats of the Volkswagen Golf are not just appropriately positioned but also accord maximum comfort. Even the rear seats of the hatchback are a delight. The Volkswagen Golf’s practicality is further strengthened by its abundant cargo capacity that is one of the best in the segment. The Golf offers a total of 22.8 cubic feet of cargo space, which can be further increased to 52.7 cubic feet. The maximum cargo capacity is enough to fit a bicycle, and thus, the Golf also has you covered on your adventure trips.

Model

Volkswagen Golf

Ford Focus

Mazda 3 Hatchback

Seating Capacity

5

5

5

Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)

38.4/55.9/41.2

38.3/55.6/43.1

37.6/57.2/42.2

Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)

38.1/53.9/35.6

37.9/53.7/33.2

37.5/54.4/35.8

Cargo Capacity (cu-ft)

22.8

23.8

20.2

In comparison, all three cars have a seating capacity of five passengers only. While legroom on offer for front-seat passengers is highest in the Ford Focus, the Mazda 3 leads the segment with maximum rear-seat space. In terms of cargo capacity, the Focus’ 23.8 cubic feet trunk is the highest in the segment, whereas the Mazda 3 does remain considerably behind its competitors. Some salient interior features of the Volkswagen Golf include:

  • Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
  • Electric Power Steering
  • Cargo Net
  • Single/Dual Zone Front Air Conditioning
  • Front and Rear Cupholders
  • Cruise Control

How intuitive is Volkswagen Golf’s infotainment system?

Perhaps, the 2016 iteration of the Volkswagen Golf gets its element of rejuvenation with the introduction of a standard touchscreen system, that makes the infotainment system easier to use. As standard, the Volkswagen Golf comes equipped with features like AM/FM Stereo, auxiliary audio input, and CD player.

Except for the base variant, the Golf also features a rearview camera that gets connected to the new touchscreen. As standard, the Volkswagen Golf comes connected to an 8-speaker sound system, which gets replaced by a 9-speaker unit with the higher trims. Some other salient features include:

  • Memory Card Slot
  • Satellite Radio
  • MP3 Player
  • Bluetooth Connectivity
  • USB Connection
  • 8/9-speaker sound system

Exterior
7.5/10


If you’re wondering what a sight for the sore eyes is, the Volkswagen Golf is probably the answer to your question. By commingling an element of subtleness to the aggressive stance and design elements, the Volkswagen Golf is German designing redefined. Its hatchback design does not compromise spaciousness or rearward visibility. The head and tail lights are gracefully designed and feel robust with a hint of dynamism. The front grill though small in size does feel strappy and the chrome embellishments are upmarket and plush.

The Volkswagen Golf has a total curb weight of 3,023 lbs, only 5 lbs lighter than the heaviest hatchback in the segment. It is 167.5 inches long, 70.8 inches wide, and 57.2 inches wide. Its ground clearance is 5.4 inches and sports the shortest wheelbase of 103.8 inches.

Model

Volkswagen Golf

Ford Focus

Mazda 3 Hatchback

Curb Weight (lbs)

3023

2956

3028

Length (in.)

167.5

171.6

175.6

Width (in.)

70.8

71.8

70.7

Height (in.)

57.2

57.7

57.3

Ground Clearance (in.)

5.4

N/A

6.1

Wheelbase (in.)

103.8

104.3

106.3

In comparison, the Mazda 3 is the heaviest hatchback in the segment, while the Ford Focus is the lightest weighing 3028 and 2956 lbs respectively. The Mazda 3 is the longest hatchback, both in terms of overall length and wheelbase measuring 175.6 and 106.3 inches respectively. Whereas, the Ford Focus is the widest and tallest.

Some standout exterior features of the Volkswagen Golf include:

  • Wheel Locks
  • 18-inch alloy wheels
  • Rear Bumper Guard
  • Sun/moonroof (available with the top-rack variant)
  • Optional Rear Spoiler

Safety
9.3/10


The Volkswagen Golf manages to secure a five-star rating in the crash tests conducted by the NHTSA making it one of the safest and reliable cars in the segment. It makes use of a 4-wheel disc brake system that bestows upon the hatchback a halting distance of around 120ft, which is decent for a car in its segment. As standard, the Volkswagen Golf comes equipped with features like brake assist, traction control, and electronic stability control. Some other safety specifications include:

  • Daytime Running Lights
  • Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors
  • Optional Blind Spot Monitor and Lane Departure Warning (available with higher trims only)
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Engine Immobilizer

Final Verdict


There are no second thoughts we would have when recommending the Volkswagen Golf. While it may fall short on some performance parameters when compared to competitors, the Golf’s actual strength lies in its legacy and heritage. Just like every other generation or facelift, the current iteration is supremely talented with a large number of standard features. Its engine is adequately powerful and with safety and other hi-tech specifications that the car comes equipped with, it does prove to be a stiff competitor in a fierce segment.