2014
Volkswagen Golf

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  • 4dr HB Man TDI
    Starts at
    $25,200
    30 City / 42 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Diesel I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr HB DSG TDI
    Starts at
    $26,300
    30 City / 42 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Diesel I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr HB Man TDI w/Sunroof & Nav
    Starts at
    $26,895
    30 City / 42 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Diesel I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr HB DSG TDI w/Sunroof & Nav
    Starts at
    $27,995
    30 City / 42 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Diesel I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Four-door hatchback only for 2014
Final model year for this generation of the Golf
Gas or diesel engine
Manual (diesel) or automatic transmission

The good & the bad

The good

Diesel efficiency, performance
Nimble handling
Premium cabin materials
Comfy front seats

The bad

TDI's firm ride
Automatic transmission's upshift urgency (TDI)
Telescoping steering wheel could extend farther
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Expert 2014 Volkswagen Golf review

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Vehicle Overview

The Volkswagen Golf is available as a four-door hatchback for the 2014 model year; a redesigned version of the car is on its way. Power comes from a gas or diesel engine, and the five-seat Golf competes with the Mazda3 hatchback, Hyundai Elantra GT and Mini Cooper. Volkswagen’s performance-oriented GTI is related to the Golf.

New for 2014
The two-door hatchback has been dropped for 2014, the final model year for this generation of the Golf. There are no other significant changes.

Exterior Highlights

  • 15-inch steel wheels with covers; available 17-inch alloy wheels
  • Body-colored side mirrors and door handles
  • Available power sunroof

Interior Highlights

  • Cloth upholstery
  • Split-folding rear seat with pass-through
  • Tilt/telescoping steering wheel
  • Cruise control
  • Air conditioning
  • CD stereo with MP3 jack
  • Available leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel
  • Available heated front seats
  • Available touch-screen stereo with six-CD changer and iPod connectivity
  • Available Bluetooth connectivity
  • Available navigation system

Under the Hood

  • 170-horsepower, 2.5-liter inline-five-cylinder gas engine
  • Six-speed automatic transmission for gas engine
  • Available 140-hp, turbo-diesel 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 236 pounds-feet of torque
  • Six-speed manual or six-speed dual-clutch automatic for diesel engine
  • Front-wheel drive

Safety Features

  • Antilock brakes
  • Traction control
  • Electronic stability system
  • Front-seat side-impact airbags
  • Side curtain airbags

 

2014 Volkswagen Golf review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

The Volkswagen Golf is available as a four-door hatchback for the 2014 model year; a redesigned version of the car is on its way. Power comes from a gas or diesel engine, and the five-seat Golf competes with the Mazda3 hatchback, Hyundai Elantra GT and Mini Cooper. Volkswagen’s performance-oriented GTI is related to the Golf.

New for 2014
The two-door hatchback has been dropped for 2014, the final model year for this generation of the Golf. There are no other significant changes.

Exterior Highlights

  • 15-inch steel wheels with covers; available 17-inch alloy wheels
  • Body-colored side mirrors and door handles
  • Available power sunroof

Interior Highlights

  • Cloth upholstery
  • Split-folding rear seat with pass-through
  • Tilt/telescoping steering wheel
  • Cruise control
  • Air conditioning
  • CD stereo with MP3 jack
  • Available leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel
  • Available heated front seats
  • Available touch-screen stereo with six-CD changer and iPod connectivity
  • Available Bluetooth connectivity
  • Available navigation system

Under the Hood

  • 170-horsepower, 2.5-liter inline-five-cylinder gas engine
  • Six-speed automatic transmission for gas engine
  • Available 140-hp, turbo-diesel 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 236 pounds-feet of torque
  • Six-speed manual or six-speed dual-clutch automatic for diesel engine
  • Front-wheel drive

Safety Features

  • Antilock brakes
  • Traction control
  • Electronic stability system
  • Front-seat side-impact airbags
  • Side curtain airbags

 

Safety review

Based on the 2014 Volkswagen Golf base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Rollover rating
4/5
12.1%
Risk of rollover
12.1%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
12 years
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Maintenance
2 years / 24,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
3 years / 36,000 miles

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Vehicles purchased on or after 1 / 5 / 21: MY 2017 & older, 2 yrs / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2018-19, 1 yr / 12,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2020 & newer, 2 years / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.8 / 5
Based on 12 reviews
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Comfort 4.6
Interior 4.6
Performance 4.8
Value 4.8
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.8

Most recent

  • By SleeplessKJ from Evanston, IL
    Owns this car
    August 8, 2022

    All the Thumbs Up

    Just bought a pre-owned 2014 VW Golf and I couldn’t be happier! This thing is FUN to drive - I never understood when people said a car “hugged the road” or felt “sporty” - well now I do! This little thing feels solid, has excellent acceleration, and ia getting great gas mileage. So glad I ditched my expensive SUV. My “downgrade” feels like an “upgrade.”
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Hermglerm from Bark River, MI
    Owns this car
    July 30, 2020

    I like this car!

    I've been a volkswagen fan for years even though they are a little more expensive to own. I've always had a thing for diesel vehicles and the TDI is a favorite of mine. This is a 2014 year and I hope to get many years of use out of it.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Lance/VA/Golf/enthusiast from Winchester, Virginia
    Owns this car
    September 30, 2019

    Dependable small car that's fun to drive.

    I needed a reliable small car that would be good on gas but still fun to drive! So a Volkswagen Golf with a 5 cylinder engine and 170 HP fit my needs perfectly. I purchased my car as a lease return vehicle with only 16,480 actual miles on the odometer. The car was in excellent condition and the dealership had installed new brakes and wiper blades to deliver the new car feel that a buyer wants. This car has been 100% reliable and has performed very well. I would definitely buy another Volkswagen vehicle in the future.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By DeAnn from Jasper, TX
    Owns this car
    July 3, 2019

    LOVE THIS CAR

    The Golf is the best car I have ever owned! Great value and very comfortable! I am a permanent fan of Voltswagen and have no plans to drive any other car brand ever again.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Zach from St. Paul, MN
    Owns this car
    March 1, 2019

    Love my golf

    This car has been great to me. After having a golf, I do not see myself getting any other type of car. The gas mileage, the surprising amount of room it has, and ride it delivers is by far the best.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By CCRO from Chilliwack, BC
    Owns this car
    January 28, 2019

    Very Good car for price

    It was my choice to get a diesel. They had a higher model that I liked and we worked out a deal to make it work.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Jose from Round Rock, TX
    Owns this car
    August 3, 2018

    Great buy, used VW Golf TDI

    This car met all my needs and it offered and unsurpassed value for the money at 19,500 miles. Love the way the diesel engine performs.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By SeverinoC from Newark, nj
    Owns this car
    June 17, 2018

    Compact and reliable Vehicle

    The vw was purchased to communite to work however we love it so much we use it on leisure time too. It?s compact which is great for parking and still stylish with a comfortable ride.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By GolfTDI
    Used to own this car
    December 12, 2017

    Great Drive

    Golf TDI. I liked the power of the engine and the handling. While I owned it I did not have any problems, drove great, did good on fuel!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Wagenman69
    Owns this car
    October 2, 2017

    2014 Volkswagen Golf Base Model

    Moving from a Chevy Tahoe to this little car I have had loads of fun driving this car. I got mine without a lot of features ( no sunroof, no touchscreen ) but those are things I don't need in a car. Drives very smooth and the sports mode is very quick. Only cons are the limited space for storage but when the space provided is smaller you start to realize how much space you really don't need. Another thing I love about this car is the trunk space; it is incredibly space efficient and roomy.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Bkwalleye from Casper, Wyoming
    Owns this car
    July 27, 2017

    Absolutely love the TDI

    I love this car. It handles great in town and on the highway. Great mpg. 30 to 40 in town and 40 to 50 highway. Would love if the steering wheel came out farther. Love the box between the seats and the extending lid but mine is filled with iPhone connections that fill up the whole box. Wish it wasn't there. Great hatchback. Lots of unexpected room. Love the diesel.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Rolly Dolly from Irving, tx
    Owns this car
    February 24, 2015

    Superb economy car with style!

    Love my car. I bought the 170 hp automatic without the touchscreen radio and sunroof. Only issues I have had are rear view visibility and losing items between the seats. Love the handling and acceleration. The stock sound system in the model I got was disappointing . I upgraded to a touch radio with different speakers from an audio company rather than purchase the model at the next higher trim. What I love the most is I am never jealous of another car on the road even though they may be way more expensive.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2014 Volkswagen Golf?

The 2014 Volkswagen Golf is available in 2 trim levels:

  • TDI (2 styles)
  • TDI w/Sunroof & Nav (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2014 Volkswagen Golf?

The 2014 Volkswagen Golf offers up to 30 MPG in city driving and 42 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2014 Volkswagen Golf reliable?

The 2014 Volkswagen Golf has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2014 Volkswagen Golf owners.

Is the 2014 Volkswagen Golf a good Hatchback?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2014 Volkswagen Golf. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.8 / 5
Based on 12 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.6
  • Interior: 4.6
  • Performance: 4.8
  • Value: 4.8
  • Exterior: 4.8
  • Reliability: 4.8

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