Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
23 -30 City / 30 -42 HWY
Horsepower
140 -170
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Gabby D
It is versatile. Fun and practical.
Fast, fun, and reliable. It is good on gas and I have had no problems with it mechanically. Although it is small I find it to be a great family car. Best car I have ever owned.
accountCircle Steve D
2014 VW golf. May look small on the outside but out of this world on the inside.
The car has great gas mileage, great room for a compact car and is great for parallel parking in urban areas. This car comes with Bluetooth capabilities which allows you to listen to your music on your favorite app and use navigation all at the same time. The price point for this car is fantastic and the handling is great. Also the safety rating for this vehicle is astronomical. One of the funnest and safest cars to drive.
accountCircle Emily A
You might think it's gonna drive like a Honda Fit or others in the hatchback/midsize sedan class...but it's punchy as hell! Fun to drive.
I love the hatchback trunk, It's maneuverability, and It's gas mileage. It's fun to drive, though part of me wishes it was an automatic. And it's low-maintenance (at least so far).
accountCircle Gene F
It feels different from other brands, and it more European in handling versus other makes.
It has enough power and room for most of what I need. It would be nice to have more features, and easier to load a bike, but overall I like it.
accountCircle Meg B
Golf tdi is my favorite car I have ever driven.
Easy and fun to drive. Easy handling and very roomy. I have never had any issues with my car, just the usual oil change etc. I prefer Volkswagen, this is my 2nd Volkswagen diesel engine. I love the fact that I rarely visit the gas station. A half gallon of diesel will last me at least a week and a few days. It is a fun car to take on road trips or just your usual day to day.
accountCircle Brianna B
It is a diesel tank, so if you live somewhere without much access to diesel maybe don't get it
I love it! It gets great gas mileage (about 35 mpg) and rides incredibly smooth. I made it from Minnesota to Montana on only three tanks, which is way better than my previous vehicle
accountCircle Toni G
It is a very sporty car that is fun to drive!
We have only had issues with the fan for the air conditioning and tail lights burning out. The rest of the vehicle has performed well over the past 5 years. We have kept regular oil changes and checks on the car to ensure it keeps running properly. Never had any real issues with Volkswagen.
accountCircle Peter P
Great car with some issues.
Great on gas, but being a VW is very parts specific. The batteries apparently die every two years now which is annoying and they are slightly on the expensive side. The oil is synthetic which is a little pricier but lasts for a year instead of every 3 months.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Chris R
A cute little car that lasts a short while.
It drives well in all kinds of weather including rain and snow. The outside is falling apart and rusting after good care in six years. There's no apple play. Comfy interior for the driver side and passenger side. The flap in the hatchback broke quickly but the trunk is roomy.
accountCircle Christina R
VW golf okay at first but wears after five years.
It drives great and heats up when cold out. It is comfortable and has a good sound system. After five years, through, the structure is falling apart. Parts of the outside are coming off. There's a part of the inside coming off too. I had the brakes repaired recently and the tires changed recently so they lasted a long time. There was a problem with a sensor that was a hassle to fix.

Volkswagen Golf Models

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

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Base
170 HP 26 MPG 5 Seats
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w/Conv & Sunroof
170 HP 26 MPG 5 Seats
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TDI
140 HP 34 MPG 5 Seats
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TDI w/Sunroof & Nav
140 HP 34 MPG 5 Seats
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2014 Volkswagen Golf Owner Reviews

4.66
29 Reviews
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5 stars 72%
4 stars 21%
3 stars 7%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Christopher B on May 23, 2021
The ride of the car is super smooth and quiet. Stereo system is awesome.
The only problem i've had with the car has been with the secondary air pump. It recirculates exhaust back through the engine to burn gas more efficiently. The pump itself died and is really expensive to replace. It seems like a common problem with this model, so something to watching for when purchasing.
accountCircle Peter P on January 13, 2021
Great car with some issues.
Great on gas, but being a VW is very parts specific. The batteries apparently die every two years now which is annoying and they are slightly on the expensive side. The oil is synthetic which is a little pricier but lasts for a year instead of every 3 months.

Ranks #4 Small Cars by Owners

The 2014 Volkswagen Golf has an average owner rating of 4.66 out of 5 which ranks it #4 of 39 other Small Cars.

1
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4.75
2
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4.71
3
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4.67
4
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4.66

Ranks #4 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2014 Volkswagen Golf has a combined MPG of 42 which ranks it #4 of 39 other Small Cars.

1
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122 MPG
2
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48 MPG
4
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42 MPG

Is The 2014 Volkswagen Golf A Good Car?

Yes, it has been excellent year round with no issues. It drives well on highways with good gas mileage and is convenient around town.
Elliot B.

How Reliable Is The 2014 Volkswagen Golf?

I have not had any issues to date and am over 65,000 miles. Regular maintenance keeps it running well and it has been reliable in all weather.
Elliot B.

Is The 2014 Volkswagen Golf A Good Value?

Used the car was $14,000. For the package included the deal was very good. Especially with the low maintenance costs.
Elliot B.

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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Not Rated

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Side

Not Rated
*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety