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Volkswagen Golf 2021

Volkswagen Golf 2021

FROM
$19,470

The 2021 Volkswagen Golf range of configurations is currently priced from $19,990.

Our most recent review of the 2021 Volkswagen Golf resulted in a score of 8.1 out of 10 for that particular example.

Carsguide Deputy News Editor Tom White had this to say at the time: The Golf GTI continues to be the iconic hot hatch it has always been, and while it is missing an engine and transmission overhaul, it still manages to take everything it is good at and improve on its tried and tested formula, even if only a little this time around.

You can read the full review here.

This is what Tom White liked most about this particular version of the Volkswagen Golf: Awesome handling, Top-shelf features, Still an approachable hot hatch

The 2021 Volkswagen Golf carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1500 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

The Volkswagen Golf is also known as Volkswagen Rabbit, Volkswagen Caribe in markets outside Australia.

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5.7L/100km (combined)
Hatchback
6 Speed Manual
Premium Unleaded Petrol
Rating Summary
Price and features
7
Practicality
8
Safety
9
Driving
9
Overview
Likes
Awesome handling
Top-shelf features
Still an approachable hot hatch
Dislikes
Now more expensive
No extra power
I miss the manual

Volkswagen Golf 2021 Colours

The eighth-generation Golf is available in eight colour choices, with the standard range available in white, black, silver, grey, blue, and yellow. The R-Line is available in a unique shade of grey, while the GTI is available with its own signature shade of red.

Atlantic Blue Metallic
Deep Black Pearl Effect
Dolphin Grey Metallic
Kings Red Premium Metallic
Moonstone Grey Premium
Pomelo Yellow Premium Metallic
Pure White
To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website. Shown above are the colours for the Volkswagen Golf 2021.

Volkswagen Golf 2021 FAQs

Should I service my 2019 VW Golf GTI before trading it in?

The answer to this question depends entirely on one thing: Are you trading the vehicle in on a new car or selling it privately?

If it’s the former, then the trade-in value won’t be too much different regardless of whether it’s had its 100,000km service or not. Dealerships can service a car for a lot less money than they charge you to do it. But if you’re selling privately, the car will be a lot more attractive to a private buyer if the cost of this major service has already been taken care of.

What engine oil should I use in a 2014 Volkswagen Golf VII wagon?

The trade recommends a fully synthetic oil for either the diesel or petrol engines of the Golf Mk 7. The correct grade and specification is 5W30 which will give you maximum engine protection and performance.

The other engine-oil recommendation for this car is to not skimp on checking the oil level with the dipstick. These engines – in particular the 2.0-litre petrol unit – are designed to sip a little oil between changes, so don't be caught out with too little oil in the sump as that can cause catastrophic damage to the engine. The engine does this because it's a low-friction design, but the small amount of oil you'll use will be more than offset by the fuel savings engines designs like this can deliver.

Make it a habit to check the oil level every Saturday morning; it's a simple thing to do and something that we all once had to do in the old days when most engines burned a little oil.

What is the ideal fuel type and tyre pressure for a Golf 118TSI Comfortline

Your recommended tyre pressures can vary a bit depending on what size wheel and tyre combination is fitted to your car. But broadly speaking, you should be looking at something like 30 or 32 psi front and rear as a good starting point. If you're moving heavy loads or driving at freeway speeds in mid-summer, a little more inflation pressure might be a good idea.

As for recommended fuel, the best advice would be to stop using ethanol-blended (E10) fuel right away. That's because there's a fair bit of confusion on the subject as it relates to Volkswagen models. The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries tells us that all post-1986 VWs with fuel-injected engines are fine with E10. The NSW government website, however, says that E10 should not be used in VWs. Some VW owners have also been told by VW head office that E10 fuel is not suitable for their cars.

So it's confusing, but if in doubt, stick with the safe option which, for your car, would be non-ethanol fuel with an octane rating of 95 or more.

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Volkswagen Golf 2021 Accessories

The TCR builds on the regular GTI, adding things like a dynamic cornering function to the LED headlights, a revised (louder) exhaust, black mirror covers, 19-inch alloys, TCR decals on the vehicle’s flanks, a gloss-black roof and very cool TCR puddle lights that illuminate the footpaths when you open the front doors.

Inside, you’ll find a sportier material on the seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with a red marker at the top, more red trim on the seat belts and floor mats, and Alcantara on the gearshift and and door trims.

All of which joins the regular GTI’s equipment list - think an 8.0-inch touchscreen with in-built nav and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a digital driver display, keyless entry and push-button start, and all the safety equipment you can shake a traffic cone at - and you’re left with a vehicle in which you want for little. 

Shown above are the accessory details for the Volkswagen Golf 2021.

Volkswagen Golf 2021 VS The Competition

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Volkswagen Golf 2021 Interior

The VW Golf GTI TCR interior is similar in most ways to that of the regular GTI, though this special edition vehicle adds a sportier material on the seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with a red marker at the top, more red trim on the seat belts and floor mats, and Alcantara on the gearshift and and door trims.

Shown above are interior details for the Volkswagen Golf 2021.

Volkswagen Golf 2021 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 2021 Volkswagen Golf is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Volkswagen Golf currently offers fuel consumption from 6.8L/100km.
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Volkswagen Golf 2021 Boot Space

The Golf has a 374-litre (VDA) luggage capacity, above average for the mid-size hatchback segment. It leaves room for a space-saver spare under the boot floor.

Shown above are the boot space details of the Volkswagen Golf 2021 2021.

Volkswagen Golf 2021 Seats

The VW Golf GTI is a five-seat hatchback, with two spacious chairs up front, and a bench across the rear that includes ISOFIX attachment points in each of the window seats at the back. 

Shown above are seat details for the Volkswagen Golf 2021.

Volkswagen Golf 2021 Speed

The VW Golf GTI will accelerate from 0-100km/h in 5.7 seconds.

Shown above are speed details for the Volkswagen Golf 2021.