Used 2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI Consumer Reviews
Used Golf GTI for sale
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2021 Golf GTI, so we've included reviews for other years of the Golf GTI since its last redesign.
Most fun I’ve had driving
Rod Loewenthal, 12/06/2020
updated 06/07/2021
2020 Volkswagen Golf GTI S 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
This little sports car is practical and fun. I’ve owned BMWs and Audis, and I have to say I’m enjoying this pocket rocket much more. The car is nimble, and the displays are logical. This car has been perfected for years.
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Fun Fun Fun!
Koda, 11/09/2020
2020 Volkswagen Golf GTI S 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
8 of 8 people found this review helpful
This is the total driving package. Great handling and steering whether in tight corners or high speed sweepers. I love that the torque is rated higher than the HP. Quick acceleration. Just a great feel to everything!
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Stall issues
BD, 07/16/2019
2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI S 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
23 of 26 people found this review helpful
Just picked one up Jun 27. Within a few days the car began stalling at low speed stops in neutral, and in gear with clutch depressed. After reading various online threads it is clear this is a systemic issue with all trims of the 2019 GTI. VW does not have a fix yet.
Great all around car with plenty of power
Mike, 03/26/2021
2021 Volkswagen Golf GTI Autobahn 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I bought the Autobahn because I really like the adaptive suspension. The car is really fun and sporty to drive and is comfortable and fairly quiet. Love the 2021 rims and prefer that they are 19 inch which is a bit softer ride and no rim damage on.pot holes. I haven't been able to find a way yet to permanently shut off Lane keep assist and auto start stop but it is fairly easy to do each time I get in the vehicle. I wish the performance monitor screen was available on this car like previous years. The rear spoiler is a little nicer and black this year which I really like. I replaced the paddle shifters with metal ones from ebay and they are way better than the stock plastic ones. DSG transmission has very quick smooth shifts. Love it so far.
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2019 GTI Autobahn DSG
Rich - Boston, MA, 11/12/2019
2019 Volkswagen Golf GTI Autobahn 4dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 7AM)
14 of 16 people found this review helpful
I purchased my GTI in April 2019 from Kelley VW in Danvers, MA. Great sales experience! I traded a 2016 Golf SE. Since I purchased my GTI I have driven 3800 miles. During that time I have enjoyed the fit and finish and the thrill of taking the car on backroads and major highways. The white/silver paint is chameleon and looks great with the other car accents. All of the accessories that come with the Autobahn model work great including the drive modes (Sport,Comfort,Normal,Eco, Custom) . DSG manual is terrific and I use it more than the Drive or Sport selections. It has not all been a honeymoon. I have had two tires (Bridgestone) leak air and have to be reseated on the rim to stop the slow leaks. I read reviews where these tires were criticized. VW should switch to Michelins. And last week the direct fuel injector on Cylinder 2 failed after starting the car and had to be replaced. Not an encouraging sign for reliability. This was covered in full by my 6yr/72k warranty thank goodness. Since the repair the car is running great. The service advisor at Coastal VW suggested that I have the fuel injector cleaning service once a year to insure the direct injection system remains in good condition. He also recommended ONLY branded (Mobil, Shell, Sunoco, etc) premium fuel and to avoid other gasoline brands. He suggested to not fill the car with gas but rather only to a half a tank to enable more frequent fillings and fresher gas (since I drive low miles). I will follow up in the next few months and let you know how it's going. Despite some disappointments I am still loving my MK7.5!
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