Two cars on the same rows. The figures are all here, with their sources, so you can read them yourself and decide what matters.
| Volkswagen Golf | Volkswagen Golf | |
|---|---|---|
| Status (differs) | Used market only (out of production) | Available |
| Fuel (differs) | Petrol, Diesel | Petrol |
| Model years (differs) | 1997-2003 | 2020-now |
| From (indicative) (differs) | – | € 33,990 |
| RatingsRating figures: higher is better (scale 0-100). What each category measures is explained on the methodology page. | ||
| Reliability (differs) | 58/100 | 70/100 |
| Efficiency (differs) | 52/100 | 73/100 |
| Practicality (differs) | 58/100 | 74/100 |
| Sustainability (environmental impact) (differs) | 25/100 | 40/100 |
| Value retention | n/a | n/a |
| Specifications | ||
| Power (hp) (differs) | 101 | 116 |
| 0–100 km/h (s) (differs) | 10.9 | 9.9 |
| Top speed (km/h) (differs) | 188 | 203 |
| Length (mm) (differs) | 4149 | 4282 |
| Width (mm) (differs) | 1735 | 1789 |
| Height (mm) (differs) | 1439 | 1483 |
| Kerb weight (kg) (differs) | 1192 | 1307 |
| Petrol consumption (l/100km) (differs) | 7.6 | – |
| Diesel consumption (l/100km) (differs) | 5.3 | – |
| Max. towing weight, braked (kg) (differs) | 1400 | 1500 |
| Boot (l) (differs) | 330 | 381 |
| Consumption WLTP (l/100km) (differs) | – | 5.5 |
| Body style | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure
A short write-up on each car, one paragraph apiece. We describe them on their own terms rather than picking a winner.
Profile · IV (1J)
Compact Volkswagen hatchback, built from 1997 to 2003 and one of the best-selling cars in its class. Listed in the database as a historical reference for spec lookup. Known age-related issues: tailgate rust, wiring-loom issues (aggregated owner reports, historical; not verified by us).
Profile · VIII facelift (2024)
Eighth-generation Golf on the MQB-evo platform, facelifted in 2024 with a larger screen and revised controls. Entry is the 1.5 TSI with 116 hp; 381 litre boot, braked towing weight 1,500 kg. WLTP consumption 5.5 l/100km (manufacturer figure, not measured by us). Indicative starting price; consult the official configurator for a current figure.
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No tax or financial advice. Every figure shows its source and reference date. Always compare with an independent adviser and the official source. Source: OEM datasheets + RDW + ADAC (see methodology); rating and reference dates are listed per figure.