2021 Volkswagen Golf
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Overview

The Volkswagen Golf ranks highly among similar cars, securing the top spot on several lists. It is considered the best German compact car, outperforming other vehicles in its category. Similarly, it is also ranked as the best German small car, demonstrating its superior quality and performance in the small car segment. Furthermore, it is recognized as the best hatchback under $25k, proving its value for money. These rankings indicate that the Volkswagen Golf is a leading choice in its class, offering excellent performance, quality, and affordability.

2021 Volkswagen Golf Ratings

Volkswagen Golf

Overall Score: 8.100000 / 10

Reliability: 7.900000 / 10

Retained Value: 8.400000 / 10

Safety: 8.000000 / 10

Volkswagen Golf Reliability Rating

Volkswagen Golf hatchback

Reliability Score: 8.592448572591222 / 10

Average Lifespan (years): 16.33220317626249

Average Lifespan (miles): 164824.46105055235 miles

Typical Miles Driven per Year: 9773.574724609356 miles

Probability of Reaching 200k Miles: 0.12518877384167218

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2021 Volkswagen Golf Rankings

Volkswagen Golf

#4 of 13 in Most Reliable Small Cars Under $25k

#6 of 13 in Best Small Cars Under $25k

#7 of 37 in Most Reliable Small Cars

#7 of 37 in Small Cars with the Most Cargo Space

#10 of 17 in Best Manual Transmission Small Cars

#12 of 37 in Small Cars with the Most Legroom

#13 of 37 in Safest Small Cars

#14 of 37 in Best Small Cars

#25 of 37 in Best Small Cars for Tall People

#25 of 37 in Small Cars with the Most Horsepower

#26 of 37 in Most Comfortable Small Cars

#32 of 37 in Small Cars with Best Resale Value

2021 Volkswagen Golf Trims

Trim	Engine	Drive Train	MSRP
TSI 4dr Hatchback 8A	4 Cylinder	FWD	23995
TSI 4dr Hatchback 6M	4 Cylinder	FWD	23195

Used Car Pricing

Volkswagen Golf

Here's what the prices look like for a used Volkswagen Golf for different model years. A 5-year-old used Volkswagen Golf averages 17933.320313.

Model Year (Age)	Avg Used Car Price
2021 Volkswagen Golf (4 years old)	18511.594286
2020 Volkswagen Golf (5 years old)	17933.320313
2019 Volkswagen Golf (6 years old)	16114.288136
2018 Volkswagen Golf (7 years old)	15686.441748
2017 Volkswagen Golf (8 years old)	13575.867725
2016 Volkswagen Golf (9 years old)	12010.628889
2015 Volkswagen Golf (10 years old)	11400.38896