2010 Volkswagen Golf Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

23 -30 City / 30 -42 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

140 -170

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Ana S

Great car, sensor has issues.

The only problem I have had consistently is my sensors have been funky for a while. Telling me that my lights do not work (when they do). I love the handle on this car and how easy it is. Gas is cheap to fill. It is a fun little car with a surprising amount of space.

Jason R

Despite how small it looks on the outside, it is quite spacious.

The car is high in miles, so it is bound to have some issues, but most I can fix myself. The car is spacious and has great gas mileage. For enthusiasts, there are not many engine mods for this trim, so you'll most likely be wanting a gti if that is your alley.

Robin B

Great little car my VW golf.

It drives like the day I first bought it after 170k miles. It is a little more expensive to maintain versus other foreign cars like Toyota or Honda, but better quality. The dealerships have always done a fine job with maintenance or repairs. My VW golf has good space for storage and comfortable.

Rebecca H

Heated seats are amazing!

The car has started to rust early and the brakes sometime drag. The car is very comfortable to drive and suitable for a small family. It is a solid car in the snow when it has snow tires. So far it has been a reliable car and has made a couple long trips.

Beth T

Great little car for city living.

It is had various small issues over the years (electrical problems, door handles unreliable) but no major defects. Performance is good, it is been a very reliable little hatchback. Great for city life - small enough to park in tight spaces but with surprisingly high capacity inside for transporting stuff. Cute and practical. I do wish the fuel economy was a little better.

Danielle D

I have a fully functional sunroof which opens all the way.

I love my car it has good speed and comfort. It is and always has been very reliable I have had no major issues with it and have kept up to date with all services and guidelines. It runs well in all weather conditions and is very user friendly. It remains modern and does not feel outdated at all.

Katelynn S

Our vehicle is black and has a hatchback.

The clutch and brakes have worn out over time, drives for long distances very well. Handles all types of weather. Has lots of room once seats fold down for extra storage. Love to bring friends and the pets inside and they love coming in the car. Great purchase.

Buddy B

That it gets really great gas mileage, pretty easy to maintain.

It is small, convenient for quick travel without using a lot of gas, still spacious enough for others to ride along.

Negative Owner Reviews

shar w

That if you car about the environment or fuel efficiency it is a great car

I like it because it is reliable and gets good mileage. I do not like that it is not very prestigious

Pruedence S

A good car for small families.

My car was bought secondhand, so I believe my problems are mostly related to basic wear and tear. I have a hard time with stains, and the car I bought is heavily stained. I cannot seem to feel comfortable in it because of the visual, but it is a good little car. Still runs well, is reliable even though it is second hand. Not ideal if you travel with a lot of cargo or baggage, but it is great for everyday family use. I have a little brother and I think he enjoys the room he has for his car seat. Radio sounds great, perfect amount of bass, and for me a radio is all I'll ever need.

Gary T

It is a good value for the money

Economical. Attractive. Good performance

Darcy B

The vehicle is great for road trips as the seats fold down and you can camp in it. It eats gas like crazy! Parts are difficult and expensive to replace. Something is ALWAYS wrong, always!

The car has been great during the winter moths. I feel very safe driving it.

Gary S

Economical car to buy and operate

It is economically, useful since It's a station wagon

Volkswagen Golf Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

Base

170 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats

TDI

140 HP 34 MPG 5 Seats

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2010 Volkswagen Golf Owner Reviews

4.24

33 Reviews

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5 stars

39%

4 stars

45%

3 stars

15%

2 stars

1 star

Jack P on June 8, 2021

Small in size steady in performance.

Overall a good car. Has had a few electronics issues over the years, but mostly reliable. Smooth ride. Drives very tightly. Great for zipping around town. Small so easy to fit in tight spaces. Over the years the headliner has started to fall down, which is not atypical for most cars.

Philip R on April 5, 2021

A normal guys review of his vehicle.

The golf is a great vehicle. It is reliable, fun to drive, and really roomy for how small it is. I think that it is fun to drive for a modest hatchback. My biggest problem with the car is that it is expensive to maintain. I tried to do some of the work myself and you need very specific told to do some of the jobs which makes it hard for people to do at home. If you live in a large city there will be a dealership nearby that it should be taken to but all the parts are very expensive. If it was a bit easier to work on at home or a big cheaper to maintain I would give it five stars.

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Pros from Owners

Katelynn S.

I love how it drives and the color and the model of it a lot. Super sporty and cute. Everything works well even though it is been a few years and it is still running really well. I am pleased with the purchase of this car overall.

Cons from Owners

Katelynn S.

The engine has weird issues and I feel like I have to get maintenance a lot on it. The clutch has worn down a lot and every time you take in your car it costs more because the parts are so specific and most places do not carry them.

Ranks #8 Small Cars by Owners

The 2010 Volkswagen Golf has an average owner rating of 4.28 out of 5 which ranks it #8 of 29 other Small Cars.

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Ranks #1 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2010 Volkswagen Golf has a combined MPG of 42 which ranks it #1 of 29 other Small Cars.

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Is The 2010 Volkswagen Golf A Good Car?

Absolutely! Bought it used and have had no problems with it! Such a reliable form of transportation and very roomy for how small it actually looks.

Emma P.

How Reliable Is The 2010 Volkswagen Golf?

In my experience the vehicle is extremely reliable. I have never had a major problem with it and any problems I have had were super easy to fix.

Madison H.

Is The 2010 Volkswagen Golf A Good Value?

I would say it's a fair priced vehicle. For what you end up paying, its very much worth the money. They run forever!

Anne L.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 2010 VW Golf have a timing belt or chain?

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How much oil does the 2010 VW Golf take?

Answer: The 2010 VW Golf takeS4.3 quarts for the 2.0 L engine and 5.8 quarts for the 2.5 L engine. Having high quality oil is important for the engine to run smoothly. You will run into issues with the oil at some...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front