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2020 Volkswagen Golf review

Research, photos, specs, and expertise
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Volkswagen Golf highlights

Customer rating

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Mileage (EPA estimate)

28 city, 35 highway, 31 combined

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What is new for the 2020 Volkswagen Golf?

  • The Golf is available in a new trim called the TSI.
  • The R and SE trims have been discontinued for 2020.
  • The S trim now comes with Parking Sensors, Leatherette Seats, and Panoramic Sunroof as standard equipment.

2020 Volkswagen Golf trims

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TSI:

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Ratings & reliability

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Above Average

RepairPal gave the Volkswagen Golf an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Volkswagen Golf 26th out of 46 among Compact Cars.

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Volkswagen Golf features and specs

TSI 2WD 4D Hatchback

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Cruise Control
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Leatherette Seats
  • Manual Transmission
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control
  • Turbo Charged Engine
  • Full Roof Rack

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

1.4L

Horsepower

147

Torque (ft-lbs)

184

Engine type

Turbo Gas

Fuel capacity

13.2

Wheelbase

103.8"

Overall length

167.6"

Width

70.8"

Height

58.2"

Leg room

F 41.2"/R 35.6"

Head room

F 38.4"/R 38.1"

Front tires

P205/55HR16

Rear tires

P205/55HR16

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Manual 6

2020 Volkswagen Golf FAQ


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