2015-2016 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 (6)
TDI S
96,241,207,152,154,49,151TDI S
47TDI SE
158,59,153,95,49TDI SE
47TDI SEL
62,157,49TDI SEL
47Available packages (3)
GOLF SPORT PACKAGE
Body Kit Rear Hatch Spoiler & Chrome Exhaust TipsLIGHTING PACKAGE
Bi-Xenon Headlights w/AFS Factory installed LED Ambient Interior Lighting Footwell Lights LED Daytime Running LightsLIGHTING PACKAGE (SEL)
Bi-Xenon Headlights w/AFS Factory installed LED Daytime Running LightsAvailable 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