Specs for all generations of Volkswagen Golf

Dimensions vary across the range, with hatchback variants measuring at between 3985 mm (156.89 in.) and 4362 mm (171.73 in.) in length, 1679 mm (66.1 in.) and 1799 mm (70.83 in.) in width, 1415 mm (55.71 in.) and 1555 mm (61.22 in.) in height, station wagon variants - 4340 mm (170.87 in.) and 4679 mm (184.21 in.) in length, 1695 mm (66.73 in.) and 1799 mm (70.83 in.) in width, and 1430 mm (56.3 in.) and 1515 mm (59.65 in.) in height, cabriolet variants – between 4020 mm (158.27 in.) and 4266 mm (167.95 in.) in length, 1695 mm (66.73 in.) and 1782 mm (70.16 in.) in width, and 1405 mm (55.31 in.) and 1431 mm (56.34 in.) in height, and minivan variants – between 4204 mm (165.51 in.) and 4351 mm (171.3 in.) in length, 1759 mm (69.25 in.) and 1807 mm (71.14 in.) in width, 1578 mm (62.13 in.) and 1613 mm (63.5 in.) in height.

Fuel consumption of internal combustion engine Golf vehicles varies between 3.5 l/100 km (67.2 mpg) (2013 Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.6 TDI (110 Hp) BlueMotion) and 14.8 l/100 km (15.89 mpg) (1999 Volkswagen Golf IV Variant (1J5) 2.3 V5 4motion (150 Hp)). The range, however, offers fully-electric and hybrid variants, as well, where fuel consumption is 0 or close to 0.

Volkswagen Golf is available in several body styles – hatchback, cabriolet, station wagon, and minivan.

Volkswagen Golf has been in production since 1974, still being manufactured today, currently being in its 8th generation.

Opinions on reliability of Volkswagen Golf in general are different. Most owners are satisfied with their Golf vehicles and describe them as reliable, well-built and enjoyable to drive. Others, on the other hand, report problems such as high maintenance cost, engine misfire, rough gear change, suspension issues, door leaks, braking issues.