Golf 7 (2012 –2019) | Service and Ownership | Volkswagen Ireland (2023)

The Golf: An existing model since 1974, which – even in its seventh generation – continues to captivate with its versatility and a mix of familiar and new details. Find out more here about our Golf 7 Type 5G (2012–2019), its details and technical data.

Golf 7 (2012 –2019) | Service and Ownership | Volkswagen Ireland (1)

Golf 7 (2012 –2019) | Service and Ownership | Volkswagen Ireland (2)

Volkswagen Golf 7

Golf 7 (2012 –2019) | Service and Ownership | Volkswagen Ireland (3)

Volkswagen Golf 7

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Dive into the world of the Golf 7

From convenient to elegant, sporty to stylish: Thanks to the wide range of Golf 7 models available, there is something for everyone.

Sporty, dynamic and striking – the Golf 7 Trendline does not disappoint.

Highlights

  • “Plus” multi-function display

  • “Composition Colour” radio

  • ISOFIX retaining rings

  • Tail light cluster with LED technology

Engines

Petrol:

  • 1.0 l 63 kW (85 hp) TSI with petrol particulate filter

  • 1.0 l 85 kW (115 hp) TSI with petrol particulate filter (post 2016)

  • 1.2 l 63 kW (85 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017)

  • 1.2 l 81 kW (110 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017)

Diesel:

  • 1.6 l 81 kW (110 hp) TDI BlueMotion Technology, with or without 4MOTION (pre 2017)

  • 1.6 l 85 kW (115 hp) TDI SCR (post 2016)

Gearboxes:

  • 5-speed manual gearbox

  • 6-speed manual gearbox

  • 7-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

Doors

  • Two

  • Four

Dimensions

  • Length: min. 4258 mm

  • Width (incl. mirrors): 2027 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is closed): Max. 1492 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is open): 2006 mm

  • Wheelbase: 2620 mm

  • Ground clearance: 142 mm

  • Luggage compartment volume: 380–1270 l

  • Turning circle: 10.9 m

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Uranium Grey”

  • Wheels:
    Steel wheels 6 J x 15, 195/65 R 15 tyres

  • Safety:
    Three rear head restraints, three-point automatic seat belt at front with height adjuster and belt tensioner, Electronic Stabilisation Programme with counter steering assistance, ISOFIX retaining rings, Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator

  • Functions:
    Four speakers, air conditioning system, Driver Alert System, “Plus” multi-function display, “Composition Colour” radio, instrument cluster with electronic speedometer, mileage (km) indicator and trip recorder, rev counter

  • Exterior:
    Exterior mirror housing and door handles in vehicle colour, tail light cluster with LED technology, “Black” radiator grille with chrome strips, halogen headlamps and indicators under joint transparent glass cover with LED daytime running light

  • Interior:
    “Pearl Grey” roof, “Polar Night Black” decorative trim for dash panel on driver's side and for centre console, height-adjustable driver's seat, glove compartment with cooling options, fabric seat covers in “Basket” design

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Pure White”, “Tornado Red”, “Reflex Silver”, “Dark Iron Blue”, “Atlantic Blue”, “Tungsten Silver”, “Lapiz Blue”, “Cranberry Red”, “Indium Grey”, “Deep Black”, „Oryx White” with pearlescent effect

  • Wheels:
    “Toronto” alloy wheels 6.5 J x 16, 205/55 R 16 tyres, high sheen surface, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection

  • Functions:
    Car-Net App-Connect, cruise control system with speed limiter, heavy-duty running gear, “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system with 2-zone temperature control and allergy filter, parking aid

  • Exterior:
    LED headlights, fog lights and static cornering light

  • Interior:
    Carpet floor mats at front and rear, net partition, leather multi-function steering wheel, “Composition Media” radio, “Connectivity Package” with mobile phone interface and USB interface – also suitable for iPod and iPhone – Comfortable Seating package

  • Genuine accessories:
    Boot sill trim in stainless steel look, luggage compartment tray, roof box

Fancy a little more comfort? The Comfortline provides a range of features, including comfort seats and lumbar supports. It also allows you to drive on natural gas – efficient and economical.

Highlights

  • “New Brushed Dark Metal” decorative trim

  • Front bumper with chrome strip

  • Electronic Stabilisation Programme with counter steering assistance

  • “Front Assist” area monitoring system with City Emergency Brake

Engines

Petrol:

  • 1.0 l 63 kW (85 hp) TSI with petrol particulate filter (post 2016)

  • 1.0 l 85 kW (115 hp) TSI with petrol particulate filter (post 2016)

  • 1.2 l 63 kW (85 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017)

  • 1.2 l 81 kW (110 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017)

  • 1.4 l 92 kW (125 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017)

  • 1.6 l 110 kW (150 hp) TDI BlueMotion Technology, with or without ACT (pre 2017)

  • 1.5 l 96 kW (130 hp) TSI ACT with petrol particulate filter and BlueMotion Technology (post 2016)

  • 1.5 l 110 kW (150 hp) TSI ACT with petrol particulate filter (post 2016)

Diesel:

  • 1.6 l 81 kW (110 hp) TDI BlueMotion Technology, with or without 4MOTION (pre 2017)

  • 1.6 l 85 kW (115 hp) TDI SCR (post 2016)

  • 2.0 l 110 kW (150 hp) TDI with BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017), with SCR (post 2016), with or without 4MOTION

Natural gas:

  • 1.4 l 96 kW (130 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology (as of 2018)

Gearboxes:

  • 5-speed manual gearbox

  • 6-speed manual gearbox

  • 6-speed dual clutch gearbox (pre 2017)

  • 7-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

Doors

  • Two

  • Four

Dimensions

  • Length: min. 4258 mm

  • Width (incl. mirrors): 2027 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is closed): max. 1492 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is open): 2006 mm

  • Wheelbase: 2620 mm

  • Ground clearance: 142 mm

  • Luggages compartment volume: 380–1270 l

  • Turning circle: 10.9 m

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Uranium Grey”

  • Wheels:
    “Hita” alloy wheels 6.5 J x 16, 205/55 R 16 tyres

  • Safety:
    Three rear head restraints, three-point automatic seat belt at front with height adjuster and belt tensioner, Electronic Stabilisation Programme with counter steering assistance, ISOFIX retaining rings, Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator

  • Functions:
    12-V socket in luggage compartment, parking aid – warning signal in the event of obstacles in front and tail area, pedestrian detection, “Front Assist” area monitoring system with City Emergency Brake

  • Exterior:
    Exterior mirror housing and door handles in vehicle colour, tail light cluster with LED technology, halogen headlamps and indicators under joint transparent glass cover with LED daytime running light, front bumper with chrome strip

  • Interior:
    “New Brushed Dark Metal” decorative trim for dash panel on front passenger side and for door trim, comfort seats at front, lumbar supports at front, leather multi-function steering wheel, fabric seat covers in “Zoom” design, height-adjustable front seats

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Pure White”, “Tornado Red”, “Reflex Silver”, “Dark Iron Blue”, “Atlantic Blue”, “Tungsten Silver”, “Lapiz Blue”, “Cranberry Red”, “Indium Grey”, “Deep Black”, „Oryx White” with pearlescent effect

  • Wheels:
    “Dijon” alloy wheels 6 J x 17, 205/50 R 17 AirStop® all-season tyres, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection

  • Functions:
    Multicoloured Active Info Display, driving mode selection, heavy-duty running gear, “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system with 2-zone temperature control and allergy filter, “Rear View” reversing camera

  • Exterior:
    Panoramic tilting/sliding roof with panoramic roof at rear, “Active Lighting System”, tail light cluster with LED technology in dark red with dynamic indicators, LED headlights, fog lights and static cornering light

  • Interior:
    Net partition, leather multi-function steering wheel, heated, “Vienna” leather package with sports seats at front for R-Line, “Composition Media” radio, “Connectivity Package” with mobile phone interface and USB interface – also suitable for iPod and iPhone

  • Genuine Accessories:
    Luggage compartment insert, mirror caps, pedal cap set, roof box

The Golf Highline provides high-quality technology and equipment – for instance, sports seats and the “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system.

Highlights

  • “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system

  • “Premium” multi-function display with multicoloured display

  • Fog lights and static cornering light

  • Sports seats at front

Engines

Petrol:

  • 1.4 L 92 kW (125 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017)

  • 1.6 L 110 kW (150 hp) TDI BlueMotion Technology, with or without ACT (pre 2017)

  • 1.5 L 96 kW (130 hp) TSI ACT with petrol particulate filter and BlueMotion Technology (post 2016)

  • 1.5 L 110 kW (150 hp) TSI ACT with petrol particulate filter (post 2016)

Diesel:

  • 2.0 L 110 kW (150 hp) TDI with BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017), with SCR (post 2016), with or without 4MOTION

Gearboxes:

  • 6-speed manual gearbox

  • 6-speed dual clutch gearbox (pre 2017)

  • 7-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

Doors

  • Two

  • Four

Dimensions

  • Length: min. 4258 mm.

  • Width (incl. mirrors): 2027 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is closed): Max. 1492 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is open): 2006 mm

  • Wheelbase: 2620 mm

  • Ground clearance: 142 mm

  • Luggages compartment volume: 380–1270 L

  • Turning circle: 10.9 m

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Uranium Grey”

  • Wheels:
    “Dijon” alloy wheels 7 J x 17, 225/45 R 17 tyres

  • Safety:
    Three rear head restraints, three-point automatic seat belt at front with height adjuster and belt tensioner, fog lights and static cornering light, Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator

  • Functions:
    Pedestrian detection, “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system with 2-zone temperature control and allergy filter, dynamic headlight range control, “Premium” multi-function display with multicoloured display, emergency call service

  • Exterior:
    Exterior mirror housing and door handles in vehicle colour, “Black” radiator grille with chrome strips, LED headlights for low beam and main beam, with daytime running lights, front bumper with chrome strip

  • Interior:
    Ambient lighting, “Piano Black” decorative trim for dash panel on driver's side and for centre console, lumbar supports at front, centre armrest at front with storage compartment and two air outlets at rear, leather gear knob, centre seat panels in “ArtVelours” micro-fleece, sports seats at front

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Pure White”, “Tornado Red”, “Reflex Silver”, “Dark Iron Blue”, “Atlantic Blue”, “Tungsten Silver”, “Lapiz Blue”, “Cranberry Red”, “Indium Grey”, “Deep Black”, „Oryx White” with pearlescent effect

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  • Wheels:
    “Dijon” alloy wheels 6 J x 17, 205/50 R 17 AirStop® all-season tyres, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection

  • Functions:
    Multicoloured Active Info Display “Plus”, “Blind Spot” sensor with Rear Traffic Alert incl. “Lane Assist” system, Car-Net App-Connect and “Volkswagen Media Control”, driving mode selection, heavy-duty running gear, “Rear View” reversing camera

  • Exterior:
    Panoramic tilting/sliding roof with panoramic roof at rear, “Active Lighting System”, tail light cluster with LED technology in dark red with dynamic indicators

  • Interior:
    Net partition, leather multi-function steering wheel, heated, “Vienna” leather package with sports seats at front for R-Line, “Composition Media” radio, “Connectivity Package” with mobile phone interface and USB interface – also suitable for iPod and iPhone

  • Genuine accessories:
    LED number plate light, LED tail light cluster with animated turn signals, sports gearshift knob, roof box

The Golf Estate offers more room and free space thanks to its greater luggage compartment volume – making it well-equipped for virtually anything you may have planned.

Highlights

  • “Composition Colour” radio

  • Driver Alert system

  • Number plate light with LED technology

Engines

Petrol:

  • 1.0 l 85 kW (115 hp) TSI with petrol particulate filter (post 2016)

Diesel:

  • 1.6 l 85 kW (115 hp) TDI SCR (post 2016)

Gearboxes:

  • 5-speed manual gearbox

  • 6-speed manual gearbox

  • 7-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

Doors

  • Four

Dimensions

  • Length: min. 4567 mm

  • Width (incl. mirrors): 2027 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is closed): max. 1496 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is open): 2020 mm

  • Wheelbase: 2620 mm

  • Ground clearance: 140 mm

  • Luggage compartment volume: 605–1620 l

  • Turning circle: 10.9 m

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Uranium Grey”

  • Wheels:
    Steel wheels 6 J x 15, 195/65 R 15 tyres

  • Safety:
    Three rear head restraints, three-point automatic seat belt at front with height adjuster and belt tensioner, three-point automatic seat belt for centre rear seat, Electronic Stabilisation Programme with counter steering assistance, ISOFIX retaining rings, Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator

  • Functions:
    Four speakers, air conditioning system, Driver Alert system, “Plus” multi-function display, “Composition Colour” radio, instrument cluster with electronic speedometer, mileage (km) indicator and trip recorder, rev counter, headlight range control

  • Exterior:
    Exterior mirror housing and door handles in vehicle colour, tail light cluster with LED technology, “Black” radiator grille with chrome strips, halogen headlamps and indicators under joint transparent glass cover with LED daytime running light, roof railing in “Black”, number plate light with LED technology, rear fog light

  • Interior:
    “Pearl Grey” roof, “Polar Night Black” decorative trim for dash panel on driver's side and for centre console, height-adjustable driver's seat, glove compartment with cooling options, fabric seat covers in “Basket” design

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Pure White”, “Tornado Red”, “Reflex Silver”, “Dark Iron Blue”, “Atlantic Blue”, “Tungsten Silver”, “Lapiz Blue”, “Cranberry Red”, “Indium Grey”, “Deep Black”, „Oryx White” with pearlescent effect

  • Genuine accessories:
    Boot sill trim in stainless steel look, luggage compartment tray, roof box

Also available as: Golf Estate Comfortline, Golf Estate Highline, Golf GTD Estate, Golf Estate TGI, Golf R Estate, Golf Estate ALLSTAR, Golf Estate SOUND, Golf Estate JOIN, Golf Estate JOIN R-Line, Golf Estate IQ.DRIVE, Golf Estate IQ.DRIVE R-Line.

Bigger luggage compartment, greater ground clearance and 4MOTION four-wheel drive – the Golf Alltrack guarantees a strong grip on almost every surface.

Highlights

  • Driving mode selection

  • “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system

  • “Black” radiator grille with matt chrome strip and “Alltrack” lettering

  • Lumbar supports at front

Engines

Diesel:

  • 2,0 l 110 kW (150 hp) TDI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017), with SCR (post 2016) with or without 4MOTION

  • 2.0 l 135 kW (184 hp) TDI SCR 4MOTION

Gearboxes:

  • 7-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

Doors

  • Four

Dimensions

  • Length: min. 4567 mm

  • Width (incl. mirrors): 2027 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is closed): max. 1515 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is open): 2020 mm

  • Wheelbase: 2620 mm

  • Ground clearance: 175 mm

  • Luggage compartment volume: 605–1620 l

  • Turning circle: 10.9 m

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Uranium Grey”

  • Wheels:
    “Valley” alloy wheels 7 J x 17, 205/55 R 17 tyres, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection

  • Safety:
    Fog lights and static cornering light

  • Functions:
    Driving mode selection, pedestrian detection, “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system with 2-zone temperature control and allergy filter, Emergency Call Service, dust and pollen filter with activated charcoal filter insert, engine underguard, “Front Assist” area monitoring system with City Emergency Brake

  • Exterior:
    Chrome-plated dual exhaust pipe on left, silver anodised roof railing, “Black” radiator grille with matt chrome trim and “Alltrack” lettering, tail light cluster with LED technology

  • Interior:
    Ambient lighting, “New Brushed Dark” decorative trim for dash panel on front passenger side and for door trim, lumbar supports at front, leather multi-function steering wheel with paddle levers, fabric seat covers in “Summits” design

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Pure White”, “Tornado Red”, “Reflex Silver”, “Dark Iron Blue”, “Atlantic Blue”, “Tungsten Silver”, “Lapiz Blue”, “Cranberry Red”, “Indium Grey”, “Deep Black”, „Oryx White” with pearlescent effect

  • Wheels:
    “Dijon” alloy wheels 6 J x 17, 205/50 R 17 all-season tyres, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection

  • Functions:
    Multicoloured Active Info Display, adaptive cruise control up to 210 km/h incl. “Front Assist” area monitoring system with pedestrian detection, “Rear View” reversing camera

  • Exterior:
    Panoramic tilting/sliding roof with panoramic roof at rear, LED headlights

  • Interior:
    Net partition, leather multi-function steering wheel, heated and with paddle levers, “Vienna” leather package with sports seats at front, “Composition Media” radio, “Connectivity Package” with mobile phone interface and USB interface – also suitable for iPod and iPhone

  • Genuine accessories:
    Luggage compartment tray, all-season carpet mats, pedal cap set, roof box

The classic with an electric motor: The e-Golf. Electric, convenient and high-quality equipment.

Highlights

  • App-Connect and “Volkswagen Media Control”

  • Driving mode selection

  • Bumpers in sporty design

  • Lumbar supports at front

Engines

Electric drive:

  • 85 kW (115 hp) electric motor (pre 2017)

  • 100 kW (136 hp) PSM (post 2016)

Gearboxes:

  • 1-speed automatic gearbox

Doors

  • Four

Dimensions

  • Length: min. 4270 mm

  • Width (incl. mirrors): 2027 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is closed): max. 1482 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is open): 2002 mm

  • Wheelbase: 2629 mm

  • Ground clearance: 143 mm

  • Luggage compartment volume: 380–1231 l

  • Turning circle: 10.9 m

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Uranium Grey”

  • Wheels:
    “Astana” alloy wheels 6.5 J x 16, high sheen surface, 205/55 R 16 tyres, optimised rolling resistance, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection

  • Safety:
    Three rear head restraints, Electronic Stabilisation Programme with counter steering assistance, ISOFIX retaining rings, Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator, Emergency Call Service valid for ten years

  • Functions:
    App-Connect and “Volkswagen Media Control”, hill start assist, driving mode selection, “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system with 2-zone temperature control and allergy filter, dynamic headlight range control, “Premium” multi-function display with multicoloured display

  • Exterior:
    Cornering light without fog light, exterior mirror housing and door handles in vehicle colour, heated windscreen, rear spoiler in vehicle colour, tail light cluster with LED technology, bumpers in a sporty design

  • Interior:
    “Polar Night Black” decorative trim for dash panel on driver's side and for centre console, comfort seats at front, lumbar supports at front, leather multi-function steering wheel

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Black Rubin”, “Pure White”, “Atlantic Blue”, “Indium Grey”, “Peacock Green”, “Tungsten Silver”, “White Silver”, “Deep Black”, “Oryx White”

  • Wheels:
    “Madrid” alloy wheels 7 J x 17 in “Anthracite”, high sheen surface, 225/45 R 17 tyres, optimised rolling resistance, alloy wheel covers, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection

  • Functions:
    Active Info Display, multicoloured, ambient lighting, anti-theft alarm, “DYNAUDIO Excite” sound system, “Rear View” reversing camera

  • Exterior:
    “Active Lighting System”, tail light cluster with LED technology, dark red with dynamic indicators

  • Interior:
    “Vienna” Leather Package with sports seats at front, “Comfort” mobile phone interface with inductive charging function

  • Genuine accessories:
    Roof spoiler, luggage compartment tray, USB charger adapter

This hybrid combines driving pleasure with incredible performance: With 150 kW, the Golf GTE will get you where you need to go.

Highlights

  • Driving mode selection

  • “Top” sports seats at front

  • Rear spoiler in vehicle colour

  • “Front Assist” area monitoring system with City Emergency Brake

Engines

Hybrid:

  • 1.4 l 150 kW (204 hp) TSI Plug-In-Hybrid

  • From the petrol engine: 110 kW (150 hp)

  • From the electric motor: 75 kW (102 hp)

Gearboxes:

  • 6-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

Doors

  • Four

Dimensions

  • Length: min. 4276 mm

  • Width (incl. mirrors): 2027 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is closed): max. 1484 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is open): 2016 mm

  • Wheelbase: 2630 mm

  • Ground clearance: 140 mm

  • Luggage compartment volume: 272–1162 l

  • Turning circle: 10.9 m

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Black Rubin”, “Pure White”

  • Wheels:
    “Astana” alloy wheels 6.5 J x 16, high sheen surface, 205/55 R 16 tyres, optimised rolling resistance, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection

  • Safety:
    Emergency Call Service valid for ten years, “Front Assist” area monitoring system with City Emergency Brake

  • Functions:
    Eight speakers, driving mode selection, lumbar supports at front, “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system with 2-zone temperature control and allergy filter, headlight washer system

  • Exterior:
    Static cornering light, rear spoiler in vehicle colour, number plate light with LED technology, bumpers in a sporty design, air vent with honeycomb structure

  • Interior:
    Ambient lighting, roof in “Black”, “Piano Black” decorative trim for dash panel on driver's side and for centre console, leather multi-function sports steering wheel with paddle levers and aluminium decorative elements, “Top” sports seats at front

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Dark Iron Blue”, “Atlantic Blue”, “Tungsten Silver”, “White Silver”, “Indium Grey”, “Deep Black”, „Oryx White” with pearlescent effect

  • Wheels:
    “Rio de Janeiro” alloy wheels 7.5 J x 17 in “Black”, high sheen surface, 225/45 R 17 tyres, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection, brake calipers in “Blue”

  • Functions:
    Active Info Display, multicoloured, App-Connect, anti-theft alarm, adaptive chassis control, “Discover Pro” navigation system, “Rear View” reversing camera

  • Exterior:
    Panoramic tilting/sliding roof, “Active Lighting System”

  • Interior:
    “Vienna” leather equipment with “Top” sports seats at front, driver's seat with electric adjustment, “Honeycomb”/“ArtVelours” microfleece fabric seat covers

In its seventh generation, the GTI captivates with its familiar sporty flair but also a number of new details.

Highlights

  • Honeycomb structure radiator grille in “Black” and strips in “Red”/chrome and GTI lettering

  • “Clark” sports seats

  • Ambient lighting

  • “Car-Net”

Engines

Petrol:

  • 162 kW (220 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017)

  • 169 kW (230 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology

Gearboxes:

  • 6-speed manual gearbox

  • 6-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

Doors

  • Two

  • Four

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Pure White”, “Tornado Red”, “Black”

  • Wheels:
    “Brooklyn” alloy wheels 7.5 J x 17, 225/45 R 17 tyres, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection

  • Safety:
    Electronic Stabilisation Programme, ISOFIX system on rear outer seats

  • Functions:
    Tail light cluster with LED technology, Electronic Stabilisation Programme, sports running gear, approx. 15 mm lowered vehicle body, “Climatronic” automatic air conditioner with 2-zone temperature control, left and right individually adjustable, Premium multi-function display

  • Exterior:
    Brake calipers in “Red”, GTI logo on side panels at front, rear spoiler in vehicle colour, galvanised vehicle body, number plate light with LED technology, honeycomb structure radiator grille in “Black” with strips in “Red”/chrome and GTI lettering

  • Interior:
    “Clark” sports seats, “Clark” seat covers in “Black-Red”, illuminated door sill panels at front, ambient lighting, lumbar supports at front, 3-spoke leather multi-function steering wheel, stainless steel pedals

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Limestone Grey”, “Tungsten Silver”, “Deep Black”, “Reflex Silver”, “Night Blue”, “Oryx White”, “Carbon Steel Grey”

  • Wheels:
    Volkswagen R GmbH “Santiago” alloy wheels, 19 inches, 225/35 R 19 tyres

  • Functions:
    “Car-Net”

  • Interior:
    Seat covers in “Vienna” leather in “Black”

This Golf turns heads with its sporty flair and visual details, such as the remastered bumpers and the LED headlights.

Highlights

  • Ambient lighting

  • Pedestrian detection

  • Multicoloured Active Info Display

Engines

Petrol:

  • 2.0 l 169 kW (230 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017)

  • 2.0 l 180 kW (245 hp) TSI with petrol particulate filter (post 2016)

Gearboxes:

  • 6-speed manual gearbox

  • 6-speed dual clutch gearbox (pre 2017)

  • 7-speed dual clutch gearbox (post 2016)

Doors

  • Two

  • Four

Dimensions

  • Length: min. 4268 mm

  • Width (incl. mirrors): 2027 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is closed): max. 1482 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is open): 1996 mm

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  • Wheelbase: 2626 mm

  • Ground clearance: 133 mm

  • Luggage compartment volume: 380–1270 l

  • Turning circle: 10.9 m

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Pure White”, “Tornado Red”

  • Wheels:
    “Brooklyn” alloy wheels 7.5 J x 17, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection, 225/45 R 17 tyres

  • Safety:
    Pedestrian detection, Emergency Call Service, “Front Assist” area monitoring system with City Emergency Brake

  • Functions:
    Eight speakers, multicoloured Active Info Display, “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system with 2-zone temperature control and allergy filter, rain sensor, mobile phone interface

  • Exterior:
    Rear spoiler in vehicle colour, number plate light with LED technology, honeycomb structure radiator grille in “Black” with strips in “Red”/chrome and GTI lettering, bumpers in a sporty design, air vent with honeycomb structure

  • Interior:
    Ambient lighting, roof in “Black”, “Piano Black” decorative trim for dash panel on driver's side and for centre console, “Easy Entry” convenient entry function, leather multi-function sports steering wheel, “Top” sports seats at front

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Dark Iron Blue”, “Atlantic Blue”, “Tungsten Silver”, “Indium Grey”, “Deep Black”, „Oryx White” with pearlescent effect

  • Wheels:
    “Milton Keynes” alloy wheels 7.5 J x 18, 225/40 R 18 tyres, high sheen surface, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection

  • Functions:
    Active Info Display, multicoloured, App-Connect and “Volkswagen Media Control”, driving mode selection, “Plus” “Blind Spot” sensor with Rear Traffic Alert, incl. “Lane Assist” system

  • Exterior:
    Panoramic tilting/sliding roof, “Active Lighting System”

  • Interior:
    “Vienna” Leather Package with “Top” sports seats at front, driver's seat with electric adjustment, “Honeycomb”/“ArtVelours” microfleece fabric seat covers

  • Genuine accessories:
    Sound system, Twinspoke Red Edition alloy rim

Convenient and dynamic: Thanks to its high performance engine, this Golf is a real long distance champion.

Highlights

  • “Top” sports seats at front

  • “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system

  • Bumpers in sporty design

  • Front air vent with honeycomb structure

Engines

Diesel:

  • 2.0 l 135 kW (184 hp) TDI SCR

Gearboxes:

  • 6-speed manual gearbox (pre 2017)

  • 6-speed dual clutch gearbox (pre 2017)

  • 7-speed dual clutch gearbox (post 2016)

Doors

  • Two

  • Four

Dimensions

  • Length: min. 4268 mm

  • Width (incl. mirrors): 2027 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is closed): max. 1482 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is open): 1996 mm

  • Wheelbase: 2626 mm

  • Ground clearance: 133 mm

  • Luggage compartment volume: 380–1270 l

  • Turning circle: 10.9 m

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Pure White”, “Tornado Red”

  • Wheels:
    “Curitiba” alloy wheels 7.5 J x 17, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection, 225/45 R 17 tyres

  • Safety:
    Pedestrian detection, “Security & Service Plus”, Emergency Call Service valid for one year, “Front Assist” area monitoring system with City Emergency Brake

  • Functions:
    12-V socket in luggage compartment, “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system with 2-zone temperature control and allergy filter, dynamic headlight range control, “Premium” multi-function display with multicoloured display and extended display options

  • Exterior:
    Number plate light with LED technology, honeycomb structure radiator grille in “Black” with strip in “Silver Grey”/chrome and GTD lettering, LED headlights for low beam and main beam, with daytime running light, bumpers in sporty design, front air vent with honeycomb structure

  • Interior:
    Ambient lighting, “Piano Black” decorative trim for dash panel on driver's side and for centre console, lumbar supports at front, leather multi-function sports steering wheel with paddle levers and aluminium decorative elements, “Top” sports seats at front

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Dark Iron Blue”, “Atlantic Blue”, “Tungsten Silver”, “Indium Grey”, “Deep Black”, „Oryx White” with pearlescent effect

  • Wheels:
    “Sevilla” alloy wheels 7.5 J x 18, 225/40 R 18 tyres, high sheen surface, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection

  • Functions:
    Active Info Display, multicoloured, App-Connect and “Volkswagen Media Control”, driving mode selection, “Plus” “Blind Spot” sensor with Rear Traffic Alert, incl. “Lane Assist” system

  • Exterior:
    Panoramic tilting/sliding roof, “Active Lighting System”

  • Interior:
    “Vienna” leather package with “Top” sports seats at front, driver's seat with electric adjustment, “Honeycomb”/“ArtVelours” microfleece fabric seat covers

  • Genuine accessories:
    Sound system, roof box, coolbox

This exclusive road version of the model of the same name from the TCR motorsport series will delight with its dynamism and speed.

Highlights

  • “Piano Black” decorative trim for dash panel

  • “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system

  • “Front Assist” area monitoring system with City Emergency Brake

Engines

Petrol:

  • 2.0 l 213 kW (290 hp) TSI with petrol particulate filter

Gearboxes:

  • 7-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

Doors

  • Four

Dimensions

  • Length: min. 4258 mm

  • Width (incl. mirrors): 2027 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is closed): max. 1492 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is open): 2006 mm

  • Wheelbase: 2620 mm

  • Luggage compartment volume: 380–1270 l

  • Turning circle: 10.9 m

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Pure Grey”, “Pure White”, “Tornado Red”

  • Wheels:
    “Belvedere” alloy wheels 7.5 J x 18, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection, 225/40 R 18 tyres

  • Safety:
    Pedestrian detection, Emergency Call Service, “Front Assist” area monitoring system with City Emergency Brake

  • Functions:
    Eight speakers, multicoloured Active Info Display, “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system with 2-zone temperature control and allergy filter, rain sensor, mobile phone interface

  • Exterior:
    Exterior mirror housing in “Black”, rear spoiler in vehicle colour, number plate light with LED technology, honeycomb structure radiator grille in “Black” with strips in “Red”/chrome and GTI lettering

  • Interior:
    Ambient lighting, “Black” roof, “Piano Black” decorative trim for dash panel on driver's side and for centre console

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Deep Black”, „Oryx White” with pearlescent effect

  • Wheels:
    “Pretoria” alloy wheels, Volkswagen R GmbH, 8 J x 19 in “Black”, 235/35 R 19 sports tyres, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection

  • Interior:
    “Vienna” Leather package with “Top” sports seats at front, “Honeycombed Black” decorative trim for dash panel on front passenger side and for door trims

Bearing the “R” logo, this model really lives up to its name: This Golf 7 is a symbol of high quality and a strong performance.

Highlights

  • “R” logo

  • “Rear View” reversing camera

  • App-Connect and “Volkswagen Media Control”

  • Adaptive chassis control incl. driving mode selection

Engines

Petrol:

  • 2.0 l 221 kW (300 hp) TSI with petrol particulate filter and 4MOTION

Gearboxes:

  • 7-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

Doors

  • Four

Dimensions

  • Length: min. 4263 mm

  • Width (incl. mirrors): 2027 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is closed): max. 1465 mm

  • Height (when luggage compartment is open): 1990 mm

  • Wheelbase: 2626 mm

  • Ground clearance: 128 mm

  • Luggage compartment volume: 343–1233 l

  • Turning circle: 10.9 m

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:

  • “Pure White”, “Tornado Red”

  • Wheels:

  • “Cadiz” alloy wheels 7.5 J x 18 in “Black”, high sheen surface, 225/40 R 18 tyres, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection

  • Safety:

  • Anti-theft alarm system with interior monitoring, back-up horn (regardless of on-board voltage), anti-tow alarm and Safelock, front disc brakes with interior ventilation

  • Functions:

  • Driving mode selection, “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system with 2-zone temperature control and allergy filter, “Premium” multi-function display with multicoloured display and extended display options, headlight washer system

  • Exterior:

  • Static cornering light, chrome-plated dual exhaust pipe, left and right, exterior mirror housing in matt chrome, door handles in vehicle colour, “R” logo on boot lid and front side panels, front bumper in motorsport look and sill extensions in “High Sheen Black”

  • Interior:

  • “Blue” ambient lighting, “Piano Black” decorative trim for dash panel on driver's side and for centre console, lumbar supports at front, leather multi-function sports steering wheel with paddle shifters, high-sheen decorative elements in “Black” and “R” logo and decorative stitching in “Crystal Grey” with operating options for multi-function display, radio and telephone

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    „Oryx White” with pearlescent effect, “Atlantic Blue”, “Indium Grey”, “Turmeric Yellow”, “Lapiz Blue”, “White Silver”, “Deep Black”,

  • Wheels:
    “Pretoria” alloy wheels, Volkswagen R GmbH, 8 J x 19 in “Metallic Grey”, 235/35 R 19 tyres, progressive steering

  • Functions:
    Multicoloured Active Info Display, R “Performance” disc brakes with composite technology at front, interior ventilation, brake calipers with “Black” paintowok, “R” logo, App-Connect and “Volkswagen Media Control”, adaptive chassis control incl. driving mode selectionI, “Composition Media” radio

  • Exterior:
    Exterior mirror housing in Carbon, “Active Lighting System”

  • Interior:
    “Nappa”/“Carbon Style” (split leather) Leather Package with “Top” sports seats at front, driver's seat with electronic adjustment

Top class convenience and comfort – you'll never want to get out of the Golf 7 LOUNGE.

Highlights

  • “LOUNGE” plaque on front side panels

  • Multi-function leather steering wheel

  • “Climatronic” air conditioning system

  • “Composition Colour” radio with eight speakers

Engines

Petrol:

  • 1.0 l 63 kW (85 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology

  • 1.0 l 81 kW (110 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology

  • 1.4 l 92 kW (125 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017)

  • 1.5 l 110 kW (150 hp) TSI ACT petrol particulate filter (post 2016)

Diesel:

  • 1.6 l 81 kW (110 hp) TDI BlueMotion Technology, with or without 4MOTION (pre 2017)

  • 2.0 l 110 kW (150 hp) TDI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017), with SCR (post 2016), with or without 4MOTION

Gearboxes:

  • 5-speed manual gearbox

  • 6-speed manual gearbox

  • 7-speed dual clutch gearbox

Doors

  • Two

  • Four

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Wheels:
    “Novara” alloy wheels 6.5 J x 16 in “Sterling Silver” paintwork

  • Safety:
    Interior mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function, fog lights and static cornering lighting

  • Functions:
    Automatic headlight control with daytime running light, “Leaving Home” function and manual “Coming Home” function, “Climatronic” air conditioning system with 2-zone temperature control, left and right individually adjustable, “Composition Colour” radio with eight speakers, rain sensor

  • Exterior:
    “Black” radiator grille with chrome strips on fins, “LOUNGE” plaque on front side panels, tinted side windows at rear and rear window, up to 65% light absorbent

  • Interior:
    “Dark Silver silk matt” decorative trim for dash panel on driver's side and for centre console, sill panel trim at front with “LOUNGE” lettering, 3-spoke multi-function leather steering wheel with decorative stitching in “Titanium Grey”, with operating options for multi-function display, radio and telephone

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Wheels:
    “Singapore” alloy wheels 7 J x 17 in “Black”, high sheen surface, 225/45 R 17 tyres

  • Functions:
    Bi-xenon headlights for low beam and main beam with LED daytime running light and static cornering light, headlight washer system, auxiliary heating and ventilation, Driver Assist Package incl. “Plus” “Blind Spot” sensor with Rear Traffic Alert, sports running gear

  • Exterior:
    Rear spoiler in vehicle colour, radiator grille with “R-Line” logo, “R-Line” bumpers and sill extensions in “R” style

  • Interior:
    3-spoke multi-function leather steering wheel, heated

Extensive equipment and incredible comfort make the Golf ALLSTAR stand out from the crowd – hop in and enjoy the ride.

Highlights

  • “ALLSTAR” plaque on the roof frame trim

  • Cruise control system incl. speed limiter

  • “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system with 2-zone temperature control

  • Leather multi-function steering wheel with operating options for multi-function display

Engines

Petrol:

  • 1.0 l 63 kW (85 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology

  • 1.0 l 81 kW (110 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology

  • 1.4 l 92 kW (125 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017)

  • 1.5 l 110 kW (150 hp) TSI ACT petrol particulate filter (post 2016)

Diesel:

  • 1.6 l 81 kW (110 hp) TDI BlueMotion Technology, with or without 4MOTION (pre 2017)

  • 2.0 l 110 kW (150 hp) TDI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017), with SCR (post 2016), with or without 4MOTION

Natural gas/petrol

  • 1,4 l 81 kW (110 hp) TGI BlueMotion Technology (vor 2018)

  • 1.4 l 81 kW (110 hp) TGI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2018)

Gearboxes:

  • 5-speed manual gearbox

  • 6-speed manual gearbox

  • 6-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

  • 7-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

Doors

  • Two

  • Four

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Wheels:
    “Linas” alloy wheels 6.5 J x 16 in “Black”, high sheen surface

  • Safety:
    Fog lights and static cornering light

  • Functions:
    Cruise control system incl. speed limiter, “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system with 2-zone temperature control and allergy filter, “Composition Colour” radio with eight speakers, headlight washer system

  • Exterior:
    “Black” radiator grille with chrome strips on fins, “ALLSTAR” plaque on roof pillar trim, tinted side windows at rear and rear window, up to 65% light absorbent

  • Interior:
    “Piano Black” decorative trim for dash panel on driver's side and for centre console, front sill panel trim with “ALLSTAR” lettering, leather multi-function steering wheel with operating options for multi-function display, radio and telephone, stainless steel brushed pedals and foot rests

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Wheels:
    “Singapore” alloy wheels 7 J x 17 in “Black”, high sheen surface, 225/45 R 17 tyres

  • Functions:
    Bi-xenon headlights for low beam and main beam with LED daytime running light and cornering light, auxiliary heating and ventilation, adaptive chassis control

  • Exterior:
    Green heat-insulating glass instead of standard tinted rear side windows/rear window

  • Interior:
    Leather multi-function steering wheel, heated

This special edition captivates with unique design elements and a range of comfort and infotainment equipment.

Highlights

  • “Discover Media” navigation system

  • “Composition Media” radio

  • Stainless steel brushed pedals and foot rests

Engines

Petrol:

  • 1.0 l 63 kW (85 hp) TSI petrol particulate filter

  • 1.0 l 81 kW (110 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology

  • 1.4 l 92 kW (125 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017)

  • 1.5 l 96 kW (130 hp) TSI ACT with petrol particulate filter and BlueMotion Technology (post 2016)

  • 1,5 l 110 kW (150 hp) TSI ACT with petrol particulate filter (post 2016)

Diesel:

  • 1.6 l 85 kW (115 hp) TDI SCR (post 2016)

  • 2.0 l 110 kW (150 hp) TDI with BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017), with SCR (post 2016), with or without 4MOTION

Dual-fuel drive (natural gas/petrol):

  • 1.4 l 81 kW (110 hp) TGI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2018)

Gearboxes:

  • 5-speed manual gearbox

  • 6-speed manual gearbox

  • 7-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

Doors

  • Two

  • Four

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Wheels:
    “Woodstock” alloy wheels 6.5 J x 16 in “Black”, high sheen surface

  • Safety:
    Fog lights and static cornering light

  • Functions:
    “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system with 2-zone temperature control and allergy filter, “Discover Media” navigation system, “Composition Media” radio, headlight washer system

  • Exterior:
    Tinted rear window and side windows at rear – up to 65% light absorbent

  • Interior:
    Special edition decorative trim, stainless steel-brushed pedals and foot rests, carpet floor mats at front and rear, heated front seats

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Wheels:
    “Madrid” alloy wheels 7 J x 17 in “Anthracite”, high sheen surface, 225/45 R 17 tyres, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection

  • Functions:
    Static cornering light without fog light, App-Connect and “Volkswagen Media Control”, “Leaving Home” function with manual “Coming Home” function, LED headlights for low beam and main beam, with daytime running light and cornering light

  • Exterior:
    Rear spoiler in vehicle colour, radiator grille with “R-Line” logo, “R-Line” bumpers and sill extensions in “R” style

  • Genuine accessories:
    Foldable bicycle carrier for towing bracket, roof box

Also available as: “JOIN” Golf TGI BlueMotion.

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With this model and your favourite tunes, you'll have everything you need for a dynamic trip – accompanied by the perfect soundtrack.

Highlights

  • “Composition Media” radio

  • Mobile phone interface

  • “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system

  • Fog lights and static cornering light

Engines

Petrol:

  • 1.0 l 63 kW (85 hp) TSI petrol particulate filter

  • 1.0 l 81 kW (110 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology

  • 1.4 l 92 kW (125 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017)

  • 1.5 l 96 kW (130 hp) TSI ACT with petrol particulate filter and BlueMotion Technology (post 2016)

  • 1,5 l 110 kW (150 hp) TSI ACT with petrol particulate filter (post 2016)

Diesel:

  • 1.6 l 85 kW (115 hp) TDI SCR (post 2016)

  • 2.0 l 110 kW (150 hp) TDI with BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017), with SCR (post 2016), with or without 4MOTION

Natural gas:

  • 1.4 l 81 kW (110 hp) TGI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2018)

Gearboxes:

  • 5-speed manual gearbox

  • 6-speed manual gearbox

  • 7-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

Doors

  • Two

  • Four

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Wheels:
    “Woodstock” alloy wheels 6.5 J x 16 in “Dark Graphite”, high sheen surface

  • Safety:
    Three rear head restraints, three-point automatic seat belt at front with height adjuster and belt tensioner, Electronic Stabilisation Programme with counter steering assistance, fog lights and static cornering light

  • Functions:
    Eight speakers, App-Connect, “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system with 2-zone temperature control and allergy filter, “Composition Media” radio, mobile phone interface, “Front Assist” area monitoring system with City Emergency Brake

  • Exterior:
    Exterior mirror housing and door handles in vehicle colour, “SOUND” plaque on roof pillar trim, tail light cluster with LED technology, tinted side windows and rear window, up to 65% light absorbent

  • Interior:
    “Equalizer” decorative trim for dash panel and door trim, sill panel trim at front with “SOUND” lettering, stainless steel-brushed pedals and foot rests, fabric centre seat panels, “SOUND” design, heated front seats

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Wheels:
    “Madrid” alloy wheels 7 J x 17 in “Anthracite”, high sheen surface, 225/45 R 17 tyres, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection

  • Functions:
    “Discover Pro” navigation system, “Volkswagen Media Control” and App-Connect, auxiliary heating and ventilation, rain sensor

  • Exterior:
    Tinted side windows and rear window, up to 90% light absorbent, rear spoiler in vehicle colour, radiator grille with “R-Line” logo, “R-Line” bumpers and sill extensions in “R” style

This special edition will win you over with its unique sporty details, plus it offers a range of convenient equipment options.

Highlights

  • Panoramic tilting/sliding roof with panoramic roof at rear

  • “Composition Media” radio

  • Action seats at front

  • “CUP” plaque on front side panels

Engines

Petrol:

  • 1.0 l 81 kW (110 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology

  • 1.2 l 63 kW (85 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017)

  • 1.4 l 92 kW (125 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017)

  • 1.5 l 110 kW (150 hp) TSI ACT with petrol particular filter (post 2016)

Diesel:

  • 1.6 l 81 kW (110 hp) TDI BlueMotion Technology, with or without 4MOTION (pre 2017)

  • 2.0 l 110 KW (150 hp) TDI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017), with SCR (post 2016), with or without 4MOTION

Gearboxes:

  • 5-speed manual gearbox

  • 6-speed manual gearbox

  • 6-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

  • 7-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

Doors

  • Two

  • Four

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Wheels:
    “Fortaleza” alloy wheels 6.5 J x 16

  • Safety:
    Interior mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function, fog lights and static cornering light

  • Functions:
    “Park Assist” system incl. parking aid, “Composition Colour” radio with eight speakers, rain sensor, headlight washer system, Mirror Package

  • Exterior:
    “CUP” plaque on front side panels, tinted side windows at rear and rear window, up to 65% light-absorbent

  • Interior:
    “Titanium Silver” decorative trim for dash panel on front passenger side and for door trim, sill panel trim at front with “CUP” lettering, 3-spoke leather steering wheel with decorative stitching in “Silver Grey”, action seats at front, heated front seats

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Wheels:
    “Madrid” alloy wheels 7 J x 17

  • Functions:
    Cruise control system, “Composition Media” radio, “Discover Media” navigation system (for “Composition Media” radio), auxiliary heating and ventilation, two LED reading lights at front with chrome trim and two at rear

  • Exterior:
    Panoramic tilting/sliding roof with panoramic roof at rear, rear spoiler in vehicle colour, approx. 15 mm lowered vehicle body

40 years of the Golf – 40 years of driving pleasure and reliability. This elegant model tops off the Golf milestone birthday.

Highlights

  • “Premium” multi-function display

  • “Edition” plaque on front side panels

  • Embossed “Wolfsburg” logo on backrests at front

  • Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator

Engines

Petrol:

  • 1.4 l 92 kW (125 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017)

  • 1.5 l 110 kW (150 hp) TSI ACT BlueMotion Technology (post 2016)

Diesel:

  • 2.0 l 110 kW (150 hp) TDI BlueMotion Technology (pre 2017), with SCR (post 2016), with or without 4MOTION

Gearboxes:

  • 6-speed manual gearbox

  • 6-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

  • 7-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

Doors

  • Four

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Wheels:
    “Singapore” alloy wheels 7 J x 17 in “Black”, high sheen surface

  • Safety:
    Three rear head restraints, three-point automatic seat belt at front with height adjuster and belt tensioner, interior mirror with automatic anti-dazzle function, fog lights and static cornering light, Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator

  • Functions:
    “Blind Spot” sensor with Rear Traffic Alert, “Premium” multi-function display, “Composition Media” radio, rain sensor, “Front Assist” area monitoring system with City Emergency Brake

  • Exterior:
    Bi-xenon headlights for low beam and main beam with LED daytime running light and static cornering light, “Edition” plaque on front side panels, tinted side windows at rear and rear window, up to 65% light absorbent, four doors incl. electronic windows at rear

  • Interior:
    “Black” roof, illuminated sill panel trim at front, 3-spoke multi-function leather steering wheel with decorative stitching in “Volcano Brown”, centre seat panels in Alcantara in “Volcano Brown” with embossed “Wolfsburg” logo in backrests at front, inner seat bolsters in “Nappa” leather

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Wheels:
    “Serron” 5-parallel spoke design, Volkswagen R GmbH

  • Functions:
    “Discover Media” navigation system, “R-Line” Sports Package, “Plus” “Blind Spot” sensor with Rear Traffic Alert incl. “Lane Assist” system

This Golf brings together intelligence and innovation – the IQ.DRIVE thinks with you.

Highlights

  • Adaptive chassis control incl. driving mode selection

  • “Discover Pro” navigation system

  • “Dynamic Light Assist” main beam control

Engines

Petrol:

  • 1.0 l 63 kW (85 hp) TSI with petrol particulate filter

  • 1.0 l 85 kW (115 hp) TSI with petrol particulate filter (post 2016)

  • 1.5 l 96 kW (130 hp) TSI ACT with petrol particulate filter and BlueMotion Technology (post 2016)

  • 1.5 l 110 kW (150 hp) TSI ACT with petrol particulate filter (post 2016)

Diesel:

  • 1.6 l 85 kW (115 hp) TDI SCR (post 2016)

  • 2.0 l 110 kW (150 hp) TDI SCR, with or without 4MOTION

Dual-fuel drive (natural gas/petrol):

  • 1.5 l 96 kW (130 hp) TGI BlueMotion Technology (as of 2018)

Gearboxes:

  • 5-speed manual gearbox

  • 6-speed manual gearbox

  • 7-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

Doors

  • Four

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Wheels:
    “Dublin” alloy wheels 6.5 J x 16 in “Black”, high sheen surface, 205/55 R 16 tyres

  • Safety:
    Three rear head restraints, three-point automatic seat belt at front with height adjuster and belt tensioner, Electronic Stabilisation Programme with counter steering assistance, ISOFIX retaining rings, Tyre Pressure Loss Indicator

  • Functions:
    “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system with 2-zone temperature control and allergy filter, “Park Assist” system incl. parking aid, rain sensor, headlight washer system, dust and pollen filter with activated charcoal filter insert

  • Exterior:
    Exterior mirror housing in “Black”, rear spoiler in vehicle colour (only available for TSI ACT BlueMotion Technology), tail light cluster with LED technology, tinted side windows at rear and rear window, front bumper with chrome strip

  • Interior:
    “Piano Black” decorative trim for dash panel on driver's side and for centre console, stainless steel-brushed pedals and foot rests, heated front seats

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Colours:
    “Petroleum Blue”

  • Wheels:
    “Madrid” alloy wheels 7 J x 17 in “Anthracite”, high sheen surface, 225/45 R 17 tyres, wheel locks with enhanced anti-theft protection

  • Functions:
    Adaptive chassis control incl. driving mode selection, “Trailer Assist” trailer manoeuvring system, “Discover Pro” navigation system, “Dynamic Light Assist” main beam control

  • Genuine accessories:
    Roof box, ski and snowboard rack

Also available as: Golf GTI Clubsport S.

40 years of the GTI – and here is the anniversary model. High performance with the most powerful GTI engine of all time.

Highlights

  • “Belvedere” alloy forged wheels

  • Motorsport bucket seats at front

  • “Wabe 40” decorative trim for dash panel on front passenger side

Engines

Petrol:

  • 1.9 l 195 kW (265 hp) TSI BlueMotion Technology

Gearboxes:

  • 6-speed manual gearbox

  • 6-speed DSG dual clutch gearbox

Doors

  • Two

Standard equipment
(Selection)

  • Wheels:
    “Belvedere” alloy forged wheels, 225/40 R 18 tyres

  • Safety:
    Pedestrian detection, Emergency Call Service, “Front Assist” area monitoring system with City Emergency Brake, head-protection airbag system for front passengers

  • Functions:
    Eight speakers, driving mode selection, air conditioning system, multicoloured Active Info Display, dynamic headlight range control with dynamic cornering light, ParkPilot

  • Exterior:
    Exterior mirror housing in “Black”, door handles in vehicle colour, bi-xenon headlights for low beam and main beam, with LED daytime running light and static cornering light, rear spoiler in motorsport look, in vehicle colour/“Black”

  • Interior:
    “Piano Black” decorative trim for dash panel on driver's side and for centre console, “Wabe 40” decorative trim for dash panel on front passenger side and door trim, motorsport bucket seats at front

Special equipment
(Selection)

  • Wheels:
    “Pretoria” alloy wheels, Volkswagen R GmbH, 8 J x 19 in “Metallic Grey”, 235/35 R 19 sports tyres

  • Functions:
    Adaptive chassis control incl. driving mode selection, “Air Care Climatronic” air conditioning system with 2-zone temperature control and allergy filter, “Easy Entry” convenient entry function

  • Exterior:
    Four doors

  • Interior:
    “Vienna” with “Top” sports seats at front, centre armrest at front, storage compartments under front seats, “GTI” logo on backrests, heated front seats

Also available as: Golf GTI Clubsport S.

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FAQs

What are common problems with VW Golf 7? ›

Common issues with the Mk7 relate to glitches and failures with the automatic gearbox, leaking dampers, headlight failure, faults with the electric handbrake, broken timing chains on some petrol engines, and malfunctions with the optional adaptive cruise control.

How long does a golf 7 last? ›

The VW Golf is a strong and trustworthy car that is well known for its grit and determination, so it's unsurprising to find out that they can do up to 200,000 miles before the engine begins to reach its upper limit.

What engine problems did the Golf Mk7 have? ›

The VW Golf Mk7 has had a few recalls in its time. One affected 1.2 and 1.4-litre petrol engines – loose camshaft adjuster bolts could break the camshaft pulley. Another recall was brought about by airbags and seatbelt pretensioners that might not operate in a crash.

How reliable is VW Golf 7? ›

The quality and reliability are measured by the level of defects, malfunctions and design flaws found in areas ranging from the engine to the infotainment system. In this regard, the Golf 7 managed to accrue 80 points out of a possible 100 in the J.D. Power customer survey, which is a very good result.

Which Golf 7 engine is best? ›

The best of the Golf's petrol engines is the 1.5-litre TSI, delivering a fine blend of power and economy.

What is the best year for the VW Golf? ›

According to motorbiscuit.com, the 2014 Volkswagen Golf is the best because it is more reliable than the previous generation and filled with technology the old Volkswagen Golf did not have. It provides an excellent compact experience.

How fast do you swing a 7 iron? ›

According to TrackMan statistics, the average 7-iron clubhead speed on the PGA Tour is 90 mph. The average male recreational golfer, on the other hand, swings the same club at closer to 75 mph, which is why he hits his 7-iron about 140 yards, compared with 170 to 180 yards for the Tour guys.

Which Golf 7 is the fastest? ›

1 Golf R Mk7

The Mk7 Golf R was produced between 2014 and 2020. Powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, the Golf R produced 300 hp. 0-62 mph took 4.6 seconds, with power being directed through the DSG dual-clutch transmission. The car's top speed was a limited 155 mph.

Are VW Golfs expensive to maintain? ›

Volkswagens are premium vehicles, but their cost of maintenance overall can be the same as a Ford's or a Mazda's if the parts are replaced only when needed – and they are cared for in the correct manner.

Is Golf R MK7 engine reliable? ›

Reliability. Overall, the MK7 R has proven reliable. If the HALDEX AWD system is serviced on time, oil changes happen at the manufacturer's specified intervals (and with quality oil like LIQUI MOLY), and brake services happen when they need to, your MK7 R should be in good overall mechanical condition.

Does a MK7 Golf have a timing chain? ›

2.0L TSi engine known as the EA888 we are on version 3 in the MK7 Golf. Timing chain problems are an issue with this engine, even though the timing chain system has been designed to be fitted for the life of the vehicle and has no serviceable parts we are seeing problems.

How much does it cost to replace a suction pump on a MK7 GTI? ›

The average cost for a Volkswagen GTI fuel pump replacement is between $996 and $1,160. Labor costs are estimated between $111 and $140 while parts are priced between $885 and $1,020.

Do Volkswagens last 200k miles? ›

How many miles can a Volkswagen Jetta last? The VW Jetta has been known to last for more than 200,000 miles when properly maintained. Most drivers put an average of 10,000 miles on their cars every year, so a car with 200,000 miles on the odometer can easily be over 20 years old.

Which is the best Volkswagen Golf model? ›

The latest incarnation of the Golf GTI is the best yet. It combines everything VW has learned over four decades of the GTI and the end product is the most powerful, most exciting and most usable of all the generations.

How many miles will a VW engine last? ›

They don't last as long as some brands, but you can expect this car to stick around. According to motorask.com, a Volkswagen that is cared for properly should last 100,000 - 200,000 miles.

What is the best Golf 7? ›

The Golf Mk7 is probably the best Golf generation thus far – even with the Mk8 on sale. The Mk7 was introduced in 2012 and was updated in 2016 to create the Mk7.

What year was Golf Mk7 facelift? ›

In November 2016, Volkswagen presented a facelift of the Golf Mk7. It was replaced in December 2019 by the Golf Mk8, which is built on the MQB Evo platform. However, production of e-Golf and Golf Variant ended in the following year, precisely in mid-2020 for Golf Variant.

Are second hand VW Golfs reliable? ›

Is a used Volkswagen Golf hatchback reliable? Our latest reliability data shows petrol Golfs in a better light than their diesel counterparts. Petrol models were given a reliability rating of 94.6%, while diesel variants received a rating of 89.4% – not terrible, nor amazing.

Are Volkswagens good after 100k miles? ›

It's said that, with proper maintenance, the Volkswagen can last more than 100,000 miles. With the 1.8L engine, it can get that and more. Compared to other engines out there, it could get the same power as some of the 5-cylinder 2.5L engines.

What is considered high mileage for a VW? ›

100,000 miles should be treated as high mileage. If you own a high mileage car, make sure to change the oil with high mileage formula oil, and change it as recommended by the oil manufacturer. You should also stay on top of the brake rotor and pad wear, tire tread depth, timing belt, and battery.

What is the highest mileage VW? ›

This particular Volkswagen Beetle was owned by a Californian man named Albert Klein who bought the car brand new in 1963 for $1,900. Over the next 24 years, Albert managed to drive 1,610,000 miles. This in itself is a pretty astonishing feat, but there was a really big catch.

How far should an average golfer hit a 7 iron? ›

The average golfer hits their 7 iron 145 yards, but the average distances will vary between 128 and 160 yards. Golfers in their 20s typically hit the ball the longest, and the distance tends to decrease as the golfer gets older.

How far should a 70 year old man hit his golf clubs? ›

Average Driving Distance By Age in 2019:

40-49: 225.9 yards. 50-59: 215.4 yards. 60-69: 204.5 yards. 70+: 190.4 yards.

How far should a 90 mph 7 iron go? ›

In comparison, the average PGA Tour player hits their 7 iron between 172-215 yards with a clubhead speed of 90 MPH on average.

What is the strongest VW engine? ›

The Strongest VW Engine

The engine in question is a gasoline-powered 3.0-liter V6 plug-in hybrid that makes 462 hp.

What is the difference between Golf 7 TSI and Golf 7 GTI? ›

Golf TSI vs GTI: Engine and Transmission

-Both come standard with a 1.4-liter turbocharged inline four-cylinder engine; however, the TSI has an upgraded version that makes 147 horsepower compared to 115 hp in the GTI (and up to 170 horsepower in Performance trim).

What is the most fuel efficient Golf? ›

Under the 'real world' WLTP official fuel efficiency testing regime, the most economical versions to consider are the eHybrid and lower-powered 2.0 TDI.

Is VW expensive to insure? ›

The average rate of VW insurance is $1,245 per year, which is inexpensive compared to other car brands. That said, the cost of a policy may differ significantly depending on the actual model. MoneyGeek broke down average rates for all VW major models by model year and driver age.

Is a VW Golf worth the money? ›

Yes, it's still one of the best choices in the family hatchback class because it's comfortable, refined, good to drive and well-equipped. There's also a range of excellent engine choices from a 1.0-litre petrol right up to a 320PS 2.0-litre in the Golf R.

What are the cons of Volkswagen? ›

There are a few major reasons for VW's struggles.
  • The Scandal. ...
  • A History Of Questionable Reliability. ...
  • VWs come at a cost. ...
  • Missing a key product. ...
  • The market is crowded.
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When should a timing belt be replaced on a Golf R? ›

How often should I change my cambelt. We recommend changing your cambelt once every four years for cars registered before September 2009, and every five years for cars registered after. If you reach the recommended mileage limit before 4 or 5 years, you may need to change the cambelt sooner.

What are the best years of MK7 GTI? ›

Here Are The Best And Worst Volkswagen Golf GTI Models Over The Years
  • 4 Worst: 1993-1999 Golf GTI Mk 3.
  • 5 Best: 2009-2013 Golf GTI Mk 6. ...
  • 6 Best: 2000-2006 Golf GTI Mk 4. ...
  • 7 Best: 2015-present Golf GTI Mk 7. ...
  • 8 Best: 2007-2009 Golf GTI Mk 5. ...
  • 9 Best: 1985-1992 Golf GTI Mk 2. ...
  • 10 Best: 1983-1984 Rabbit GTI Mk 1. ...
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What to look out for when buying a MK7 GTI? ›

LEAKS AND RATTLES

It's a Golf GTI, so it's impeccably built… but the sports suspension and low-profile tyres can still have an effect over the years. Common rattle areas include the doors (they seem to move against the door seals, causing squeaks on the move) and, where fitted, the sunroof.

Does a 2012 VW Golf have a timing belt or chain? ›

Does the VW Golf VI have a timing belt? It depends on the specific engine under the bonnet. The 1.2 TSI, 1.4 TSI and 1.8 TSI turbocharged petrol engines all use timing chains and the rest have timing belts.

How often should you change timing belt Golf 7? ›

As we mentioned earlier, most timing belts tend to wear down somewhere between 60,000 and 100,000 miles. You can check your owner's manual or Volkswagen maintenance schedule for more specific replacement intervals.

How often should you change spark plugs Mk7? ›

How often should you change spark plugs on your Mk7? Volkswagen's official service schedules for both the Mk7 GTI and the Mk7 Golf R dictate that spark plugs should be changed every 60,000 miles.

Should water pump be changed with cam belt? ›

We strongly believe that, to preserve long-term system performance, timing belt-driven water pumps should always be replaced at the same time as the timing belt. So, our kits with water pumps provide you with a complete repair solution, featuring not only pulleys and tensioners, but also our long-lasting water pump.

Do you need to change a water pump with cam belt? ›

However, a timing belt's failure does not necessarily mean that the water pump is in bad condition. Having said this, it is strongly recommended both parts being replaced simultaneously, as per the reasons exhibited bellow.

How much does it cost to replace a VW water pump? ›

Taking all these points into consideration, you can expect to pay anywhere from $375 to $787 (including parts and labor).

What are the common issues with Golf Mk7? ›

Common issues with the Mk7 relate to glitches and failures with the automatic gearbox, leaking dampers, headlight failure, faults with the electric handbrake, broken timing chains on some petrol engines, and malfunctions with the optional adaptive cruise control.

Can a car last 500000 miles? ›

Depending on how well you treat your car, you could potentially reach over 500,000 miles. In fact, there's a driver whose car reached even more than that.

Can a Volkswagen last 300000 miles? ›

The 2023 Volkswagen Jetta can last around 300,000 miles. This puts it on par with some of the most reliable and long-lasting civilian vehicles in the United States today. That is over 17 years of service when the 2023 Jetta is maintained according to the maintenance schedule in the owner's manual.

Is A Golf 7 A Good car? ›

The quality and reliability are measured by the level of defects, malfunctions and design flaws found in areas ranging from the engine to the infotainment system. In this regard, the Golf 7 managed to accrue 80 points out of a possible 100 in the J.D. Power customer survey, which is a very good result.

What year Volkswagen Golf is best? ›

According to motorbiscuit.com, the 2014 Volkswagen Golf is the best because it is more reliable than the previous generation and filled with technology the old Volkswagen Golf did not have. It provides an excellent compact experience.

How long can a VW timing belt last? ›

Many mechanics recommend replacing them every 70,000 to 100,000 miles. It's always a good idea to familiarize yourself with your Volkswagen owner's manual.

Which car has the best longevity? ›

Among the models with the greatest potential lifespan, Toyota Sequoia topped the list, with the ability to travel nearly 300,000 miles, followed by the Land Cruiser, according to a recent iSeeCars study, which analyzed more than 2 million cars over the past 20 years to see which vehicles could last the longest.

What car brand lasts the longest? ›

Topping that list is the Toyota Sequoia, which has a potential lifespan of 296,509 miles, according to a new study from iSeeCars.com. The automotive research website analyzed more than 2 million cars to determine which last longest and found that 20 models are able to endure for more than 200,000 miles.

What are the most common problems with a VW Golf? ›

Volkswagen Golf Common Problems and Solutions
  • Engine Misfiring. ...
  • Your Car Is In Limp Mode. ...
  • Changing Gear Is Rough. ...
  • A Problem Locking The Rear Boot. ...
  • Suspension Issues. ...
  • Brakes Are Unresponsive. ...
  • Overheating ABS Unit. ...
  • Grinding Sounds Coming From The Rear.

What is the most common problem on Volkswagen? ›

Vehicle Overheating

In most VW vehicles, the cooling systems typically only hold a small amount of coolant which has ultimately meant that the vehicles are prone to overheating.

What year Volkswagens are being recalled? ›

(Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Atlas, 2020-2023 Atlas Cross Sport, and 2021-2023 Atlas FL vehicles. The door wiring harness electrical contacts may corrode, disrupting the electrical connection and delaying the deployment of the driver or passenger front side air bag during a side impact crash.

When should I replace my timing belt on my golf Mk7? ›

How often should I change my cambelt. We recommend changing your cambelt once every four years for cars registered before September 2009, and every five years for cars registered after. If you reach the recommended mileage limit before 4 or 5 years, you may need to change the cambelt sooner.

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