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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$8,995
Est. $122/mo
$1,762 Below market
RMV: $10,757
Mileage 121,394 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
10 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Showcase Auto Group
Sacramento, CA
(916) 794*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$10,995
Est. $149/mo
$2,020 Below market
RMV: $13,015
Price Drop, $204
Earlier Price: $11,199 (2 Nov 2024)
Mileage 88,995 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
109 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Supreme Automotive
New Britain, CT
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$13,787
Est. $187/mo
$1,522 Below market
RMV: $15,309
Price Drop, $200
Earlier Price: $13,987 (16 Oct 2024)
Mileage 49,746 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
253 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Dan Cummins Chevrolet Buick
Paris, KY
4.0
(Based 9421 Review)
(859) 35*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 5M)

$9,883
Est. $134/mo
$1,355 Below market
RMV: $11,238
Price Drop, $100
Earlier Price: $9,983 (17 Nov 2024)
Mileage 87,123 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
64 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Manual
Coggin Toyota At The Avenues
Jacksonville, FL
4.0
(Based 11327 Review)
(904) 33*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$10,499
Est. $142/mo
$1,222 Below market
RMV: $11,721
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $11,499 (26 Oct 2024)
Mileage 106,762 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 2 Owner
43 Days in market
BLUE
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Atlantic Auto Sales LLC
Sacramento, CA
4.0
(Based 102 Review)
(916) 46*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$12,995
Est. $176/mo
$635 Below market
RMV: $13,630
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $13,995 (21 Nov 2024)
Mileage 63,409 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
28 Days in market
WHITE
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Hollingshead Motor Sales
Cambridge, OH
4.0
(Based 155 Review)
(740) 43*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$8,900
Est. $120/mo
$534 Below market
RMV: $9,434
Price Drop, $700
Earlier Price: $9,600 (26 Oct 2024)
Mileage 121,090 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
280 Days in market
RED
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
EMH Motors
Rolling Meadows, IL
4.0
(Based 30 Review)
(773) 81*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 5M)

$9,495
Est. $128/mo
$1,189 Below market
RMV: $10,684
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $9,995 (18 Oct 2024)
Mileage 117,741 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 3 Owner
133 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Manual
Unlimited Auto Group
West Chester, OH
3.0
(Based 326 Review)
(513) 80*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$13,188
Est. $179/mo
$1,073 Below market
RMV: $14,261
Price Drop, $148
Earlier Price: $13,336 (21 Nov 2024)
Mileage 60,090 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
36 Days in market
GRAY
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Tustin Lexus
Tustin, CA
4.0
(Based 1584 Review)
(714) 54*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$13,695
Est. $185/mo
$915 Below market
RMV: $14,610
Price Drop, $200
Earlier Price: $13,895 (29 Oct 2024)
Mileage 51,679 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
232 Days in market
WHITE
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
AutoLand USA
Selden, NY
4.0
(Based 310 Review)

Vehicle History

  • No accident or damage reported to Carindigo
  • 1st owner drove an estimated 6,408 miles/year
  • 1st owner purchased on 11/13/17 and owned in NY until 04/25/23
  • Last serviced in Port Jefferson Station, NY on 05/28/24
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(631) 20*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 5M)

$13,981
Est. $189/mo
$621 Below market
RMV: $14,602
Mileage 62,876 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 3 Owner
21 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Manual
Kendall Ford of Eugene
Eugene, OR
4.0
(Based 2619 Review)
(855) 98*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$11,990
Est. $162/mo
$493 Below market
RMV: $12,483
Mileage 95,932 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
25 Days in market
SILVER
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Tony's Auto World
Cleveland, OH
3.0
(Based 83 Review)
(216) 43*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 5M)

$11,990
Est. $162/mo
$1,076 Below market
RMV: $13,066
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $12,490 (17 Nov 2024)
Mileage 53,603 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 1 Owner
206 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Manual
Bomnin Doral Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Miami, FL
4.0
(Based 6814 Review)
(305) 47*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 5M)

$9,499
Est. $128/mo
$236 Below market
RMV: $9,735
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $10,499 (6 Nov 2024)
Mileage 138,839 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
124 Days in market
RED
Hatchback
I4
Manual
MD Motors LLC
Williston, VT
4.0
(Based 113 Review)

Vehicle History

  • Other damage reported
  • Driven an estimated 21,681 miles/year.
  • Purchased on 10/31/17 and owned in VT until 03/22/24
  • Last serviced at 136,628 miles in South Burlington, VT on 07/30/22
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(802) 87*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$12,995
Est. $176/mo
$224 Above market
RMV: $12,771
Price Drop, $1,000
Earlier Price: $13,995 (11 Nov 2024)
Mileage 90,281 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
28 Days in market
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Advanced Auto Credit Inc
Houston, TX
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$13,856
Est. $188/mo
$50 Below market
RMV: $13,906
Price Drop, $268
Earlier Price: $14,124 (16 Nov 2024)
Mileage 76,598 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
51 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Flatirons Subaru
Boulder, CO
4.0
(Based 2966 Review)
(720) 57*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$15,998
Est. $217/mo
$442 Above market
RMV: $15,556
Mileage 49,198 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Owner
8 Days in market
GRAY
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
CarMax Pleasanton
Pleasanton, CA
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$11,799
Est. $160/mo
$278 Above market
RMV: $11,521
Price Drop, $100
Earlier Price: $11,899 (20 Nov 2024)
Mileage 94,563 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
7 Days in market
WHITE
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
EchoPark Automotive - Dallas
Grand Prairie, TX
4.0
(Based 9416 Review)
(972) 73*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$13,000
Est. $176/mo
$490 Above market
RMV: $12,510
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $13,500 (3 Nov 2024)
Mileage 64,350 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
121 Days in market
BLUE
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Tom Bush Mazda Volkswagen
Jacksonville, FL
4.0
(Based 2146 Review)
(904) 37*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$9,450
Est. $128/mo
$179 Below market
RMV: $9,629
Price Rise, $458
Earlier Price: $8,992 (18 Nov 2024)
Mileage 139,080 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
140 Days in market
SILVER
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Purcellville Motors, Inc.
Purcellville, VA
4.0
(Based 58 Review)
(540) 33*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$11,970
Est. $162/mo
$605 Above market
RMV: $11,365
Mileage 104,475 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 4 Owner
4 Days in market
GRAY
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Carsmart Auto Sales
Savannah, GA
3.0
(Based 137 Review)
(912) 96*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$11,990
Est. $162/mo
$75 Below market
RMV: $12,065
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $12,490 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 86,087 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 2 Owner
143 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Boston Volkswagen
Watertown, MA
3.0
(Based 416 Review)
(617) 78*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$13,388
Est. $181/mo
$364 Below market
RMV: $13,752
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $13,888 (17 Nov 2024)
Mileage 69,565 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 2 Owner
14 Days in market
SILVER
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
STG Auto Group
Montclair, CA
4.0
(Based 4789 Review)
(909) 28*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$14,499
Est. $196/mo
$1,135 Above market
RMV: $13,364
Price Rise, $804
Earlier Price: $13,695 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 73,008 mi.
Home Delivery
4 Owner
9 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Motorkings Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro, TN
4.0
(Based 104 Review)
(615) 90*****
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About 2018 Volkswagen Golf


4.0

Overall Rating

The 2018 Volkswagen Golf is the latest addition to the 7th generation of the famous small car, which made its debut in 2015.

The Volkswagen Golf has been a successful staple car from the VW lineup. It has evolved time and again to fulfill the driving requirements of the newer generation of drivers. Regardless of the make, the ride comes with a 1.8L turbocharged and lightweight engine, capable of delivering 170 horsepower. With an impressive 184 lb.-ft. of torque, the latest Volkswagen Golf is well powered and returns about 29 mpg in fuel economy.

The classic design is well proportioned and looks highly relevant and modern even to this day. The car itself features some solid build quality and a richly appointed interior, with great space and modern features. The Golf starts with a price tag of $20,910, while it can go as high as $24,755. The transmission on its only two offered trims is either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic.

Both the Golf S and SE trims are great to go for. When you're looking to squeeze in every possibility of the budget, then it's the S variant that you should go for. However, if you believe that the bigger is better than the SE trim might work perfectly for you as it has a bigger infotainment screen and the Blind Spot Monitor feature.

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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$11,300
Est. $153/mo
$378 Above market
RMV: $10,922
Price Drop, $100
Earlier Price: $11,400 (20 Nov 2024)
Mileage 125,102 mi.
Home Delivery
3 Owner
21 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Long Hyundai / Volvo of Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN
4.0
(Based 2660 Review)
(423) 85*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 5M)

$12,000
Est. $162/mo
No Price Analysis
Price Drop, $200
Earlier Price: $12,200 (23 Oct 2024)
Mileage 54,006 mi.
Home Delivery
1 Accident, 1 Owner
106 Days in market
BLUE
Hatchback
I4
Manual
AutoSavvy Duncanville
Duncanville, TX
4.0
(Based 289 Review)
(469) 69*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$11,995
Est. $162/mo
No Price Analysis
Mileage 44,423 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Owner
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Super Sac Auto
Carmichael, CA
5.0
(Based 65 Review)
(916) 579*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$12,995
Est. $176/mo
No Price Analysis
Mileage 110,081 mi.
Home Delivery
4 Owner
147 Days in market
GRAY
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Team Automotive
Louisville, KY
4.0
(Based 62 Review)
(502) 49*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$12,999
Est. $176/mo
No Price Analysis
Mileage 73,345 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 3 Owner
29 Days in market
BLACK
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Car Vision Nissan
Hazle Township, PA
4.0
(Based 933 Review)
(570) 30*****
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2017 Volkswagen Golf TSI S

S 4dr Hatchback (1.8L 4cyl 170 hp 6A)

$12,688
Est. $172/mo
No Price Analysis
Price Drop, $500
Earlier Price: $13,188 (19 Nov 2024)
Mileage 75,855 mi.
Home Delivery
2 Accident, 3 Owner
101 Days in market
GRAY
Hatchback
I4
Automatic
Axio Auto 90th
Sandy, UT
4.0
(Based 831 Review)
(507) 650*****
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2018 Volkswagen Golf Review


Pros

  • High Fuel Economy
  • Intuitive and Modern infotainment
  • High safety rating

Cons

  • Dull and age-old exterior design
  • Only a limited number of configurations

The 2018 Volkswagen Golf is the latest addition to the 7th generation of the famous small car, which made its debut in 2015.

Overview


The Volkswagen Golf has been a successful staple car from the VW lineup. It has evolved time and again to fulfill the driving requirements of the newer generation of drivers. Regardless of the make, the ride comes with a 1.8L turbocharged and lightweight engine, capable of delivering 170 horsepower. With an impressive 184 lb.-ft. of torque, the latest Volkswagen Golf is well powered and returns about 29 mpg in fuel economy.

The classic design is well proportioned and looks highly relevant and modern even to this day. The car itself features some solid build quality and a richly appointed interior, with great space and modern features. The Golf starts with a price tag of $20,910, while it can go as high as $24,755. The transmission on its only two offered trims is either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic.

Pricing and Features
9.0/10


There are two trims available for the 2018 incarnation of Volkswagen Golf, namely S, and SE. Both the trims have a powerful 1.8L turbocharged engine capable of providing a sturdy power output of 170 hp. While the S trim comes with a big 6.5-inch infotainment screen, the SE trim offers an even bigger 8.0-inch display.

Both the 2018 Volkswagen Golf trims are customizable. Pricing options start at $20,910 and $23,655 for S and SE, respectively. For some basic modern options including the LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL), the S trim is one to go for. While opting for the SE trim offers power tilting/sliding panoramic sunroof and a blind-spot monitor, and some other safety features.

Trims

S

SE

MSRP (Manual)

$20,910

$23,655

MSRP (Automatic)

$22,010

$24,755

Key Features

LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)

Everything on the S trim

 

LED taillights

8" touchscreen sound system

 

Automatic headlights

16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels

 

Rain-sensing wipers

V-Tex leatherette upholstery

 

6.5″ touchscreen sound system

Power tilting/sliding panoramic sunroof

 

VW Car-Net App-Connect

Blind Spot Monitor

 

Voice Control

 
 

SiriusXM Satellite Radio

 

We Recommend

Both the Golf S and SE trims are great to go for. When you're looking to squeeze in every possibility of the budget, then it's the S variant that you should go for. However, if you believe that the bigger is better than the SE trim might work perfectly for you as it has a bigger infotainment screen and the Blind Spot Monitor feature.

Engine and Performance
8.5/10


The base engine for the 2018 iteration of the Volkswagen Golf is a 1.8-liter TSI DOHC 16V Turbocharged 4-cylinder. Both S and SE trims feature the same engine. It is capable of generating 170 hp and a solid 184 lb.-ft. of torque. There is a choice of either a 6-speed automatic transmission or a 5-speed manual.

The Golf is outfitted with one of the best engines in the segment. Note that if you opt for the Automatic you get the torque heightened to 199 foot-pounds. The drivetrain is only a front-wheel drive, though the response is great and the car itself feels quite agile. Even the suspension is highly well made and offers a great ride quality.

Models

Volkswagen Golf (S)

Kia Forte (LX)

Honda Civic Hatchback (LX)

Mazda 3 (Sport)

MSRP

$20,910

$18,300

$20,050

$18,095

Engine

1.8L TSI DOHC 16V Turbocharged 4-cylinder

2.0L, DOHC, 16-valve I-4

1.5L I-4 DOHC 16-Valve Turbocharged engine

2.0L DOHC 16-valve 4-cylinder engine

Transmission

6-speed Automatic / 5-speed Manual

6-Speed Automatic

6-speed manual / CVT

6-speed manual / 6-speed automatic

Power

170 hp @ 4500 rpm

164 hp @ 6200 rpm

174 hp @ 6000 rpm

155 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

199 ft-lbs. @ 1600 rpm

151 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm

162 ft-lbs. @ 1700 rpm

150 ft-lbs. @ 4000 rpm

The Volkswagen Golf competes with the Kia Forte5, Honda Civic Hatchback, and Mazda 3 in the Hatch segment. Only the Honda Civic comes close to the Golf in terms of performance, though the 199 pound-feet of max torque it has which comes in super low, makes the Golf faster and more responsive. The Kia Forte hatchback is only offered with a 6-speed automatic gearbox in its lower trim.

Moreover, both the Kia Forte5 and Mazda 3 feature a 2.0-liter engine, while Honda Civic Hatchback comes with a 1.5L I-4 DOHC turbocharged engine. The Volkswagen Golf’s engine seems to be the best engineered on the lineup, as it exceeds most others in performance.

2018 Volkswagen Golf Acceleration

The Volkswagen Golf’s engine truly packs a punch, and transfers drive to the front wheels efficiently. The powerful 1.8L turbocharged engine and a lightweight frame allow the Golf to overcome its competitors in terms of the 0-60 acceleration. Further, the engine is also the best option for the quarter-mile. However, being a naturally aspirated motor, it falls short in terms of CO2 emissions.

Models

Volkswagen Golf (S)

Kia Forte (LX)

Honda Civic Hatchback (LX)

Mazda 3 (Sport)

0-60 MPH

6.7 sec

6.9 sec

7.5 sec

7.6 sec

Quarter mile

15.3 sec

15.2 sec

15.5 sec

16.0 sec

Engine

1.8L

2.0L

1.5L

2.0L

Emission (Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)

6.1

6.3

5.3

5.6

The 2018 Volkswagen Golf is capable of reaching 60MPH from nothing in 6.7 seconds. This is the quickest among its competitors. It is given close competition by the Kia Forte5, which takes about 6.9 seconds to accomplish the same feat. at the quarter-mile, the Civic and the Forte begin catching up, though the Golf would still come out on top in most situations.

2018 Volkswagen Golf Ride and Handling

As always, driving the Volkswagen Golf is a joy to have. In addition to offering stability at high speeds, the 2018 iteration of the classic hatch offers impressive steering. No matter whether it's strict traffic conditions or open countryside roads. The engine remains punchy throughout, and if you know how to operate the stick capably can be quite responsive on highways as well. The automatic gearbox is also quite reliable and efficient, with collected and calm succeeding gears with great down-shifting.

The ride quality in the hatchback is some of the best amongst the segment currently. Although VW does not offer any rear-wheel-drive or AWD. The suspension seems ready to take on smaller imperfections and the car remains planted around turns. Either of which makes it rather fun to drive the car.

2018 Volkswagen Golf Braking

One thing that Volkswagen Golf needs to work on is its braking system. The Golf comes with disk brakes on either axle and comes with a variety of tech as standard to improve the handling of the car. The brakes are soft to use in ideal conditions but not that powerful in extreme conditions. 

Model

Volkswagen Golf (S)

Kia Forte5 (LX)

Honda Civic Hatchback (LX)

Mazda 3 (Sport)

Brake Front(in)

11.3

11.0

11.1

11.0

Brake Rear(in)

10.7

10.3

10.2

10.4

Curb weight(lbs)

2963

2928

2822

2899

60-0 MPH (ft.)

117

115

115

120

Compared to the Mazda 3, Volkswagen Golf takes 3 feet less to hit 0 MPH from 60 MPH i.e. 117 feet. However, it is 2 feet more than the economical Kia Forte5 (LX) and the powerful Honda Civic Hatchback (LX). The golf is also the heaviest car in the segment, which can be the reason for measly braking performance.

Fuel Economy
9.0/10


The 2018 Volkswagen Golf offers a decent fuel economy. The naturally aspirated and age-old motor does not return the best mpg figures, particularly compared to the turbocharged motors of the modern-day. May it is a city ride or a longer one on the highway, you will get good, if not great, mileage. It gives competition to its contemporaries, but falls short, of course, in terms of both individual and combined fuel economy. The Golf comes with a fuel tank of 13.2 gallons which allows it a range of about 380 miles with a full tank.

Model

Volkswagen Golf (S)

Kia Forte5 (LX)

Honda Civic Hatchback (LX)

Mazda 3 (Sport)

mpg (city)

25

25

29

28

mpg (highway)

34

34

38

38

mpg (combined)

29

29

33

31

Fuel Capacity (gallons)

13.2

13.2

12.4

13.2

Range (city/highway/comb; miles)

330/449/383

330/449/383

384/496/409

370/488/409

Having a combined fuel economy of 29 isn't bad. Yet, of course, it is less satisfying than that of 33 and 31 for Honda Civic Hatchback and Mazda 3, respectively. Nonetheless, the 29 combined fuel economy is 1 more than that offered by the Kia Forte5. Hence the car is pretty well made and frugal.

Interior
8.5/10


The Volkswagen Golf offers some well designed and supportive seats at the front. The car comes standard with cloth upholstery, which is quite comfortable. The SE trim gets leatherette seats. The interiors themselves are rather well made and offer a good amount of space at the rear as well a genuine upmarket feel. The styling has a timeless and well-made design that will never make your car feel old.

Model

Volkswagen Golf (S)

Kia Forte5 (LX)

Honda Civic Hatchback (LX)

Mazda 3 (Sport)

Passenger capacity

5

5

5

5

Passenger Volume (ft cube)

39.5

98.2

97.2

96.3

Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)

38.4/55.9/41.2

39.4/56.1/42.2

39.3/57.0/42.3

38.6/57.2/42.2

Second (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)

38.1/53.9/35.6

38.7/54.9/35.9

37.4/55.0/36.0

37.6/54.4/35.8

The front seats of Volkswagen Golf offer plenty of room to accommodate an average person. It has headroom and legroom of 38.4 inches and 41.2 inches, respectively. The legroom is enough but 1 inch less than the Mazda 3 and Kia Forte5. The headroom and shoulder-room are also less than that offered by the competition. 

Nonetheless, the front seats offer good support and comfort. The rear seats are a little smaller with 38.1 inches of headroom and 35.6 inches of legroom. Even though the legroom is the smallest among Golf, Civic, Kia Forte5, and Mazda 3, the headroom is bigger than that offered by Civic and Mazda 3.

2018 Volkswagen Golf Infotainment System

One of the leading highlights of the 2018 Volkswagen Golf is its stylish and superb infotainment system. While the S trim comes with a 6.5-inch infotainment screen, the SE trim offers bigger 8.0-inch screens. In addition to enjoying connectivity via means of Bluetooth, the smart infotainment system provides support for powerful features like intuitive proximity sensor display and voice control.

The infotainment features include:

  • 6.5-inch touchscreen standard
  • 8.0-inch touchscreen (optional)
  • A 3-month free trial of SiriusXM Satellite Radio
  • Bluetooth Compatibility
  • Driver Assistance
  • VW Car-Net Security and Services

2018 Volkswagen Golf Cargo Space

The Golf line excels at hauling. There are 16.5 cubic feet of space under the parcel shelf. If loaded from the ceiling, the car allows you to store items up to 23 cubic feet. The trunk is well given a squarish design with a low lip for ease of loading.

Model

Volkswagen Golf (S)

Kia Forte5 (LX)

Honda Civic Hatchback (LX)

Mazda 3 (Sport)

Behind 2nd Row (ft. cube)

22.8

23.2

25.7

20.2

2nd Row Folded (ft. cube)

53.7

N/A

46.2

47.1

Probably the most celebrated highlight of the 2018 Volkswagen Golf is its cargo capacity. Unfortunately, it lags behind the competition in the capacity of space behind the 2nd row, which is 17.4 ft.-cube. However, it offers a gigantic 53.7 ft.-cube of 2nd row folded space, easily outlasting Kia Forte5, Honda Civic, and the Mazda 3 (Sport).

Exterior
8.5/10


One of the best things that people like about Volkswagen Golf is its compact build, which is adhered to in the 2018 model. Golf models follow a traditional design with a well defined squarish design and a giant C-pillar. The design is highly recognizable and feels premium, even at this inexpensive price point. With a chrome exterior finishing with streamlined design, the Golf is one smooth car that feels comfy to ride as well as a joy to watch gliding on the streets.

Model

Volkswagen Golf (S)

Kia Forte5 (LX)

Honda Civic Hatchback (LX)

Mazda 3 (Sport)

curb weight(lbs)

2963

2928

2822

2899

Length(in)

167.5

171.3

177.9

180.3

Width(in)

70.8

70.1

70.8

70.7

Height(in)

57.2

57.1

56.5

57.3

Ground clearance(in)

5.4

5.5

5.1

6.1

Wheelbase(in)

103.8

106.3

106.3

106.3

Track width(in) F/R

61.0/59.8

61.5/62.0

60.9/61.5

61.2/61.4

The Golf has a length of 167.5-inch, which is the shortest among the competition. However, it is wider than the Kia Forte5 and Mazda 3 (Sport). Even though the car gives the impression of a sleeker look, it is heavy among the competition with a total curb weight of 2963 lbs. Some of the 2018 Volkswagen Golf’s key exterior features are:

  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Two box recognizable design
  • Full-LED headlights and taillights
  • LED DRLs
  • Rain-sensing windshield wipers
  • Redesigned front bumpers

Safety
9.3/10


The new Volkswagen Golf strictly adheres to safety and reliability, the build quality is well made and reliable. The NHTSA has granted the Golf a maximum score of 5-star OVerall. The IIHS on the other hand also gives the car a general positive safety rating. Ranging from ABS and Driveline Traction Control to Rear Child Safety Locks, the ride ensures you stay safe and enjoy your journey without any security issues. Some standout safety features offered in the car are:

  • Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
  • ABS And Driveline Traction Control
  • Side Impact Beams
  • Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
  • Rear Parking Sensors with Rearview camera
  • Low Tire Pressure Warning
  • Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Side Airbags

Competition
7.0/10


2018 Volkswagen Golf vs 2018 Kia Forte5

In terms of the price, Kia Forte5 Hatchback outshines the 2018 Volkswagen Golf. There are also several areas where the former emerges out to be a better option than the latter. For instance, it offers a 98.2 ft.-cube of passenger space. This is not only greater than that offered by the Golf but from all other options of the same segment. However, Golf stays ahead of Kia Forte5 and the rest with cargo volume, strong engine configuration, powerful infotainment system, and reliable safety options.

2018 Volkswagen Golf vs 2018 Honda Civic Hatchback

Priced at $20,050, the Honda Civic Hatchback remains less costly than the Volkswagen Golf. Moreover, it offers a little more cargo space. It has a powerful engine that is capable of delivering more power but less torque. It has lesser CO2 emissions too. The advantage that the Golf features over Honda Civic are several. Modern infotainment systems, better safety systems, shorter length, and faster acceleration are some of the many.

2018 Volkswagen Golf vs 2018 Mazda 3 

For those looking for a small family car with some nifty features and a speedy feel, the best option is the Mazda 3 Hatchback. Of course, it has lesser emissions than Golf. Moreover, it is the most inexpensive car in its league with Golf, Civic, and Kia Forte5 and about $3k, $2,815 to be precise, cheaper than the 2018 Volkswagen Golf Model S. Major setbacks of Mazda 3 are lesser cargo space, the lowest power of that of 155 hp among the competition, lowest torque. However, it has the most ground clearance of 6.1 inches.

Final Verdict


The 2018 Volkswagen Golf is a powerful car to go for, no doubt about that. If you are seeking a car with a well-designed and responsive engine, sleek design, and good cargo capacity then there's no other better option than that of the Golf. Plus, it offers good fuel economy too. The classic look and the well designed and luxurious interiors seem to have stood the test of time, and the car is one of the relevant classics of the modern-day. Overall if you want a zippy compact car, the Golf is highly recommended.