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2021 Volkswagen Golf
Used from
$25,790 excl. on-roads
CarExpert Rating
Safety Rating
5
Warranty
5 year
Fuel Efficiency
5.4 - 7.5 L / 100km
About the Volkswagen Golf
Last updated Dec 18, 2024The 2021 Volkswagen Golf's used prices in Australia typically range from $22,800 for the 110 Tsi Trendline variant and topping out at $62,300 for the R 4motion.
There are 13 variants of the Golf available in Australia and this generation went on sale in January of 2019.
Engine options include 1.4L turbo petrol (110kW/250Nm), 1.8L turbo petrol (132kW/280Nm) and 2.0L turbo petrol (180kW/370Nm). Available with 6 speed manual, 7 speed auto direct shift, 8 speed automatic or 6 speed auto direct shift transmissions. Both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations are available.
The 2021 Golf was offered with a 5 year, unlimited kilometre warranty.
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2021 Volkswagen Golf Price
TRENDLINE
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.4L, 6 sp manual Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | $25,790 |
| 1.4L, 7 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | $27,790 |
| 1.4L, 7 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Station Wagon | $29,290 |
COMFORTLINE
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.4L, 7 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | $29,790 |
| 1.4L, 7 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Station Wagon | $31,290 |
R
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 7 sp automatic Premium Unleaded 4x4 5d Hatchback | $55,990 |
| 2.0L, 7 sp automatic Premium Unleaded 4x4 5d Station Wagon | $57,990 |
GTI TCR
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 6 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | $51,490 |
GTI
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 7 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | $47,190 |
HIGHLINE
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.4L, 7 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | $34,990 |
| 1.4L, 7 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Station Wagon | $36,490 |
ALLTRACK
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.8L, 6 sp automatic Premium Unleaded 4x4 5d Station Wagon | $36,590 |
ALLTRACK PREMIUM
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.8L, 6 sp automatic Premium Unleaded 4x4 5d Station Wagon | $40,990 |
Base
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.4L, 6 sp manual Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | $29,350 |
| 1.4L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | $31,950 |
| 1.4L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Station Wagon | $33,550 |
R FINAL EDITION
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 2.0L, 7 sp automatic Premium Unleaded 4x4 5d Hatchback | $57,990 |
LIFE
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.4L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | $34,250 |
| 1.4L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Station Wagon | $36,250 |
R-LINE
| Configuration | Price From* |
|---|---|
| 1.4L, 8 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | $37,450 |
*excl. on-roads
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2021 Volkswagen Golf Specs
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2021 Volkswagen Golf Dimensions
1452mm
1799mm
4258mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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2021 Volkswagen Golf Fuel Economy
There are 14 different fuel economy figures for the Volkswagen Golf
The most fuel efficient Volkswagen Golf is the 110 TSI TRENDLINE with a 7 SPEED AUTO DIRECT SHIFT which is powered by a 1.4L TURBO DIRECT F/INJ and uses 5.4L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined cycle.
The Volkswagen Golf that uses the most amount of fuel is the R 4MOTION with a 7 SPEED AUTO DIRECT SHIFT which is powered by a 2.0L TURBO DIRECT F/INJ and uses 7.8L of Premium Unleaded Petrol per 100km on the combined rural and urban test cycle.
Below is a table of all the Volkswagen Golf variants and their fuel economy figures. Click below the table to see an expansion and additional details, including specific usage for city and highway driving.
| Volkswagen Golf | Fuel Type | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1.4L, 7 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | Premium Unleaded | 5.4 L/100km |
| 1.4L, 6 sp manual Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Hatchback | Premium Unleaded | 5.7 L/100km |
| 1.4L, 7 sp automatic Premium Unleaded FWD 5d Station Wagon | Premium Unleaded | 5.6 L/100km |
Cost of ownership
What are the running and servicing costs of a Volkswagen Golf?
The Volkswagen Golf has a recommended service interval of 12 months or 15,000 km, whichever comes first.
2021 Volkswagen Golf Warranty
What is the warranty on a Volkswagen Golf?
The Volkswagen Golf offers a 5 year unlimited kilometre warranty. This is separate to the warranty on offer under Australian Consumer Law which can be greater for certain parts based on what is deemed as a reasonable period of time.
Volkswagen Golf FAQs
The cheapest Volkswagen Golf is the 110 TSI TRENDLINE that starts from $22,800.
The most expensive Volkswagen Golf is the R 4MOTION that starts from $62,300.
The best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Golf is offered by the GTi which can tow 1600 kg
The largest Volkswagen Golf is the ALLTRACK 132 TSI PREMIUM which measures 1799mm wide, 4578mm in length and sits 1496mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Golf is the R 4MOTION which has 235kW of power from its 2.0L TURBO DIRECT F/INJ engine.
The Volkswagen Golf is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Volkswagen Golf is the R 4MOTION which weighs 0 kg (kerb weight).
The Volkswagen Golf uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.