2010-2014 Volkswagen Golf Diesel
Compact Hatchback
The Volkswagen Golf is one of the few compact cars on the market today that offers a fuel-efficient diesel motor. The 2.0-liter turbo diesel is rated at 28/41 mpg city/highway and can take the Golf nearly 500 miles between fill-ups. Buyers have the choice of three- or five-door hatchback body configurations -- both are the same size and carry five people. This variety mixed with good interior quality is likely why Consumer Reports recommends the car.





The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (4)
TDI
96,158,59,207,152,157,95,154,49,151TDI
TDI
47TDI
Available drive chains
Front Wheel DriveAvailable engines
4 Cylinder Engine 4 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
manualAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (4)
TDI
96,158,59,207,152,157,85,95,154,49,151TDI
TDI
47TDI
Available drive chains
Front Wheel DriveAvailable engines
4 Cylinder Engine 4 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automatic manualAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (12)
TDI
96,59,207,152,85,154,49,151TDI
TDI
47TDI w/Sunroof & Nav
157,95,49TDI
47TDI w/Sunroof & Nav
157,95,49TDI w/Sunroof & Nav
47TDI w/Tech Pkg
158,49TDI w/Sunroof & Nav
47TDI w/Tech Pkg
158,49TDI w/Tech Pkg
47TDI w/Tech Pkg
Available drive chains
Front Wheel DriveAvailable engines
4 Cylinder Engine 4 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automatic manualAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
The good stuff
All equipment
Available trims (12)
TDI
96,59,207,152,85,154,49,151TDI
TDI
241,47TDI w/Sunroof & Nav
157,95,49TDI
241,47TDI w/Sunroof & Nav
157,95,49TDI w/Sunroof & Nav
241,47TDI w/Tech Pkg
158,49TDI w/Sunroof & Nav
241,47TDI w/Tech Pkg
158,49TDI w/Tech Pkg
241,47TDI w/Tech Pkg
Available drive chains
Front Wheel DriveAvailable engines
4 Cylinder Engine 4 Cylinder EngineAvailable transmissions
automatic manualAvailable colors
Exterior
Interior
The Basics
Under the hood
The number of rabbits represents 0-60 mph acceleration time v. all vehicles.
Safety

Quality

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend
In Real Life

Taken from the Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) study, this measure is based on owner satisfaction with vehicle Performance, Style, Features & Instrument Panel, and Comfort.
Scoring Legend