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Our Volkswagen Golf reviews are written by a variety of journalists, at different times, testing different engines and specs, to give you a full, unbiased, broad view.

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Volkswagen Golf Used Car Reviews

Read reviews of the Volkswagen Golf to find out more about the car before you buy it! Alternatives to the Volkswagen Golf are highlighted and you are able to make an informed decision about buying a used Volkswagen Golf.

 

Right Car Right Price: Volkswagen Golf - Car Review (2008 Feb)
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It’s funny how school can scar you for a long time. Ever since I saw that my Headmaster drove a Volkswagen Golf I have stayed away from them. This flies in the face of popular opinion and ignores against many excellent drives in various Golfs o... Right Car Right Price: Volkswagen Golf
Volkswagen Golf MK1-Mk5 - Car Review (2008 May)
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Before the Golf there was nothing.    Before the Golf there was just rubbish like Ford Escorts, Austin Maestros and Vauxhall Vivas and all those other cars you’ve completely forgotten ever existed. I mention this because you may hav... Volkswagen Golf MK1-Mk5
Golf lands business award - Car Review (2010 Jan)
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THE Volkswagen Golf has notched another top award, landing the title of BusinessCar of the Year 2010.The Golf, renowned for its high levels of standard equipment and safety features, impressed the readers of BusinessCar through its mix of versatility... Golf lands business award
Man's best friend: VW Golf - Car Review (2008 May)
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The Volkswagen Golf is the swat at the front of the school class. The long-term employee who is never ill. You can drive a Golf into Mayfair and hold your head up high. You can park it on the estate (Council or Country) and not draw attention to you... Man's best friend: VW Golf
Golf diesel as good as GTi - Car Review (2012 Feb)
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WHEN a car has as much grunt as the top VW Golf TDI who needs a GTi? This is one of the hidden gems of motoring and can be all things to all drivers.Not only does it come with excellent performance but driven carefully it will better 50mpg without mu... Golf diesel as good as GTi
Volkswagen Golf Estate SE 2.0 TDI - Car Review (2010 Jan)
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IT seems to have been around since the wheel was invented, but the Volkswagen Golf just keeps getting better.Building on a solid reputation for reliability, strength, performance and quality, the latest VW Golf has still managed to raise the bar a li... Volkswagen Golf Estate SE 2.0 TDI
Volkswagen Golf 1.9 Sport TDI - Car Review (2006 Mar)
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WHO would have thought 30 years ago that the Volkswagen Golf would clock up more sales than the iconic Beetle.Now, 22 million cars later, the Golf reigns supreme as the classic quality hatch.The latest generation is the fifth incarnation of the Golf ... Volkswagen Golf 1.9 Sport TDI
Volkswagen Golf Plus 1.9 SE TDI - Car Review (2005 Sep)
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BEING a confirmed fan of the Volkswagen Golf, I was keen to get my hands on the Golf Plus, to see for myself what it adds to this popular range.It is billed as fitting into the line-up between the Golf hatchback and Touran compact MPV.However, the Go... Volkswagen Golf Plus 1.9 SE TDI
Volkswagen Golf SE 2.0 TDI - Car Review (2009 Jul)
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A CASUAL observer gazing at the latest Volkswagen Golf could be excused for wondering how it could become Europe's most successful car.It doesn't possess the wow factor of some models, looks functional rather than daring inside and isn't even a givea... Volkswagen Golf SE 2.0 TDI
Volkswagen Golf 2.0 GT Sport TDI DPF - Car Review (2008 Feb)
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THE arrival of a new Volkswagen Golf for a substantial road test was of particular personal interest to me.With a much beloved 24-year-old Golf still in the family - which has yet again just flown through its MOT - I am always interested to see how t... Volkswagen Golf 2.0 GT Sport TDI DPF
Golf par excellence - Car Review (2010 Mar)
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DRIVER enjoyment has always been central to the success of VW's iconic Golf.For the souped-up GTIs it's been more crucial and the Germans have not disappointed with the sixth generation of Golfs.The diesel version of the hot Golf has a few surprises ... Golf par excellence
Volkswagen Golf GTI PD - Car Review (2003 Apr)
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THE words GTI and diesel aren't exactly natural bedfellows.But when you combine the two on a Volkswagen Golf you have a car which offers brilliant economy and blistering performance.In fact having driven the new diesel Golf GTI for a week I find it h... Volkswagen Golf GTI PD
Volkswagen Golf R32 3-door - Car Review (2003 May)
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THERE'S power and glory, and the Volkswagen Golf R32 has both.The fastest Golf ever made means that the iconic hot hatchback is a bad boy that's got worse, and become even more irresistible.Developed from the already impressive 2.8-litre engine, the ... Volkswagen Golf R32 3-door
Above par Golf - Car Review (2009 Aug)
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WHEN a car has as much grunt as the VW Golf 140 TDI who needs a GTi?This car is truly amazing, with superb performance in the gears and supposedly, an average of 57mpg with careful driving.VW has recently brought out the latest GTD but I can't imagin... Above par Golf
Evolution not revolution for new Golf - Car Review (2009 Jan)
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THE sixth generation Volkswagen Golf is a triumph of evolution over revolution.Coming at a time when caution is the watchword in the motor industry, markets and among financially astute owners, the latest Golf will be viewed by many as the natural su... Evolution not revolution for new Golf

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Volkswagen Golf News, FAQs and Buyer's Guides

We have an archive of news and Q&A articles from our buyer's forum. Search for an article that will help guide you in the purchase of your used Volkswagen Golf.

 

Golf's the business (2009 Nov)
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BUSINESS motorists have voted the Volkswagen Golf as their favourite company car.For the third year in succession, the German family hatchback and estate car range has been named Car of the Year by ACFO, the business transport organisation.Based on t... Golf's the business
Electric Golf drives in (2010 May)
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TRIALS of an electric Volkswagen Golf will start next year as the German car steps up its plans for zero emission vehicles. The Golf blue-e-motion is slated to go into production in 2013 and 500 prototypes will be undergoing tests during 2011. The ca... Electric Golf drives in
Big drive towards small cars (2009 Sep)
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THE latest European car sales figures show that British buyers are among those leading the charge towards recovery and that the size of the cars we choose continues to shrink.Just a few years ago the most popular models on the region's roads were fam... Big drive towards small cars
Leather-clad Golf on hiding to nothing (2011 Oct)
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VOLKSWAGEN is bringing a touch of leather-clad luxury to its popular Golf range – in most cases at no extra charge.Customers of the German company ordering a GT, GTI, GTD or R model will not only now get the upholstery but also Bluetooth phone prepar... Leather-clad Golf on hiding to nothing
Inflation’s impact on new and used car buying (2008 May)
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The Bank of England wrote to the Chancellor of the Exchequer this week to again explain why inflation is above target. As editor of UsedCarExpert.co.uk I am biased, but I think this issue will lead to an increase in used car buying. When inflation i... Inflation’s impact on new and used car buying

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Used Volkswagen Golf Prices

Used Car Expert enables you to check mileages and prices of used Volkswagen Golfs based on REAL data (cars that have actually been sold in the UK over the past 3 months). You can see how much you should be expecting to pay for a car that matches the age and mileage of the Volkswagen Golfs you're considering buying.


Used Volkswagen Golf Fault Guide

Before you buy a used Volkswagen Golf you should be aware of the common faults or wear items specific to the Volkswagen Golf that you should check for. Our research amongst the experts that work on the Volkswagen Golf everyday has identified the essential engine checks, interior items that you need to ensure work, wear items to spot on the Volkswagen Golf suspension, areas on the bodywork to inspect, and information about official recalls of the Volkswagen Golf.

Fault Guide for Volkswagen Golf Faults and Checks

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