2017 Volkswagen Golf
Our Take
What it is: The Volkswagen Golf is available as a two- or four-door hatchback, or as a wagon. Power comes from a gas four-cylinder engine and the five-seat Golf competes with the Mazda3 hatchback, Hyundai Elantra GT and Mini Cooper. Volkswagen's performance-oriented Golf GTI and Golf R are . Read Utter Report
What We Like
- Treating and steering
- Turbo gas four-cylinder's refinement
- Manual-transmission shifter
- Premium cabin materials
- Hatchback practicality
What We Don’t Like
- Lack of tire grip
- Front-seat convenience
- Base stereo
Notable Features
- Fresh Wolfsburg Edition trim level available
- All-wheel-drive Golf SportWagen available
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity available
- Hatchback or wagon bod style
- High-performance Golf GTI and Golf R available
Reviews
Consumer Reviews
Average based on twelve reviews
Wolfsburg edition tsi
This car is roomy for being a sport compact. I opted for the manual transmission and it’s utterly joy to drive and very responsive. Excellent on economy and just an all around excellent car.
Four Trim Levels Available
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Safety
Crash-Test Reports
IIHS Ratings
Based on Volkswagen Golf TSI S 4-Door
Head Restraints and Seats G Moderate overlap front G Roof Strength G Side G View IIHS Rating Breakdown
IIHS Ratings
Based on Volkswagen Golf TSI S 4-Door
Child Seat Anchors (Latch)
Head Restraints and Seats
Dynamic Rating G Overall Rear G Seat Head/Restraint Geometry G
Moderate overlap front
Chest G Head/Neck G Left Gam/Foot G Overall Front G Restraints G Right Gam/Foot A Structure/safety box G
Roof Strength G
Driver Head Protection G Driver Head and Neck G Driver Pelvis/Gam A Driver Pecs G Overall Side G Rear Passenger Head Protection G Rear Passenger Head and Neck G Rear Passenger Pelvis/Gam G Rear Passenger Pecs G Structure/safety box G
Petite overlap front
Chest G Head/Neck G Headlights P Hip/hip G Lower gam/foot G Restraints and dummy kinematics A Petite overlap front G Structure and safety box G
NHTSA Ratings
Based on Volkswagen Golf TSI S 4-Door
Overall Overall Front Overall Side View NHTSA Rating Breakdown
NHTSA Ratings
Based on Volkswagen Golf TSI S 4-Door
Recalls
There are presently Four recalls for this car.
Safety defects and recalls are relatively common. Stay informed and know what to do ahead of time.
Warranty Coverage
Bumper-to-Bumper
Powertrain
Roadside Assistance Coverage
What you should get in your warranty can be confusing. Make sure you are informed.
Warranties Explained
Bumper-to-Bumper
Often called a basic warranty or new-vehicle warranty, a bumper-to-bumper policy covers components like air conditioning, audio systems, vehicle sensors, fuel systems and major electrical components. Most policies exclude regular maintenance like fluid top offs and oil switches, but a few brands have separate free-maintenance provisions, and those that do suggest them is leisurely rising. Bumper-to-bumper warranties typically expire swifter than powertrain warranties.
Powertrain
Don’t be misled a 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty doesn’t promise a decade of free repairs for your car. It typically covers just the engine and transmission, along with any other moving parts that lead to the wheels, like the driveshaft and constant velocity joints. Some automakers also bundle seat belts and airbags into their powertrain warranties. With a few exceptions, powertrain warranties don’t cover regular maintenance like engine tuneups and tire rotations.
Roadside Assistance
Some automakers include roadside assistance with their bumper-to-bumper or powertrain warranties, while others have separate policies. These programs cover anything from flat-tire switches and locksmith services to jump-starts and towing. Few reimburse incidental costs like motel rooms (if you have to wait for repairs).
Free Scheduled Maintenance
Some automakers include free scheduled maintenance for items such as oil switches, air filters and tire rotations. Some include consumables including brake pads and windshield wipers; others do not. They are typically for the very first duo of years of ownership of a fresh car.