Used 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI Consumer Reviews
Used Golf GTI for sale
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2018 Golf GTI, so we've included reviews for other years of the Golf GTI since its last redesign.
The Full Package!
MassGTIDude, 01/03/2018
2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I knew I wanted a sporty hatchback coming from a 2002 loaded Passat GLX wagon that I loved and hated giving up. But when the heat goes and you're dealing with single digit winters, you don't have much choice. I didn't need quite as much car as the Passat, and it wasn't fast or sporty enough for my needs now anyway. The choice was narrowed down to the GTI or the Mazda 3 with the 2.5 engine. I was also on the fence about an auto trans or stick, since I was missing a stick for many years but have a 30 mile daily commute in traffic. So the choice was clear finally. Get a 2017 GTI Sport DSG. For essentially the same price after discounts as the Mazda, you get a better motor, suspension, brakes, and interior. You give up a few gadgets and get a big smile every time you push START and give it some gas. I'm torn as to whether I'll mod the car because it drives exceedingly well stock. I bought new a '97 M3 and kept it 7 years because it drove so well. Nothing could touch it for performance or practicality. Nothing that is until this car! It matches it in performance and handling at half its price. So yeah, I like this car.
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2017 GTI Sport DSG
Le Nguyen, 11/26/2016
updated 06/04/2018
2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
Like most people in this segment who are shopping for a fun to drive affordable sport car, it was hard chosing btw the GTI and the WRX as both car diving dynamic and performance are excellent. I chose the GTI for its quality interior and DSG as a daily driver over the WRX CVT. However, if you need awd, then get the WRX.
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Good car but not perfect
Brewno, 05/07/2017
2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI Autobahn 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6AM)
8 of 13 people found this review helpful
I've been driving an autobahn trim for the past four months. Overall, I think this is a very good car for daily driving but it's far from perfect. The DCC in comfort mode does improve the ride quality significantly, giving a firm but smooth ride around town. However, the ride deteriorates at high speeds (70 to 75 mph) and becomes somewhat rough and bouncy. It wouldn't be my first choice if I was going on a long road trip. I think the blind spot monitor system is unsafe. The warning light comes on late, and I can often see a vehicle in my blind spot before the light turns on. I do think the adaptive cruise control is useful and easy to operate. For everyday music listening, the Fender system does not offer much more than the lower level 8 speaker system. For comparison, my daughter drives a golf sportwagen with a base sound system, and I think it sounds just as good. For what it's worth, my recommendation to VW is to offer both 17 inch and 18 inch wheels so drivers who want a more compliant ride can choose the smaller wheels. Also, VW needs to work on their blind spot detection system.
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First and last VW I will ever buy! (S, 6 spd man)
Steve McCroskey, 04/19/2019
2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI S 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
9 of 15 people found this review helpful
The water pump is made out of plastic. Why would anyone make one of the most vital parts of the car out of plastic? I have already had the plastic thermostat housing replaced at 34k miles. The clutch makes a growling noise after the car has warmed up, when you take your foot off of the clutch and the car is in neutral. The dealer says this is normal for all of their GTIs. So apparently dysfunction is the norm. First gear sounds like a tornado siren, but again, this is considered normal. The blower motor makes a loud chirping noise when it is cold outside. (Replaced at 35k miles). I can't wait until the car needs to have the intake valves cleaned because of the carbon buildup issues with these direct injection engines. The steering wheel is an awkward shape and is uncomfortable on long trips. The road noise is so bad at times, people cannot hear me when using the phone through the car's audio system. Every tiny imperfection in the road is transmitted from the wheels to your spine. This car is terrible for long trips. When the car is cold, there is a misfire that can be heard and felt yet the dealer could not duplicate. The fuel door says 87 octane, but unless you run 93 octane the engine knocks horribly when accelerating from a stop or just patting the gas. You cannot actually disable the traction control or stability control. Why have the buttons? The positives: the car comes loaded for the most part and it is quick and agile.The gas mileage is surprisingly good (32 mpg avg).
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GTI Sport 6M - Most fun I've had in a long time
Mike, 09/08/2017
2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI Sport 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I purchased this Sport 6M after a long search for the right manual transmission car. As one of the dinosaurs who still likes to shift his own gears, my options are getting more limited. I previously owned two BMW 328i models that I loved, but as they grew older, they became a lot less reliable. I wanted to find a car that has a strong track record for reliability but is also fun to drive. Every comparison test that included a GTI mentioned that these are near-perfect cars. The more I read, the more I realized I'm missing an opportunity. This car is such a blast to drive. Enough power to get me through my commute, but also makes weekend drives so much more fun. I forgot how much I love to drive and feel that connection to a car. The interior is better than I expected, the Clark Plaid seats aren't just a talking point, they're comfortable and so supportive. The shifting is easy and precise, although it took me some time to adapt. It took me a minute to get over the fact that I'm a 40 year old who drives a "hot hatch", but it's not a mid life crisis car. It is practical as much as it is fun. Overall I am thrilled with this choice. I have a 9 year old car enthusiast son who is begging me to keep this car until he is old enough to drive...he may get his wish because I see no reason to move on.
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