Volkswagen · Cars · 2011
Volkswagen Golf (2011)
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Status
CertifiedLong track record, no issues found
Status Certified — verified clean safety record across 5+ years of official monitoring.
Specifications
Engine Size1.4 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Transmission5 speed manual
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Combined MPG32 MPG
Volkswagen Golf Comparison with Similar Vehicles
| Volkswagen Golf (this vehicle) |  Hyundai Kona FWD |  Toyota Corolla Cross |  GMC Yukon XL 4WD |  GMC Yukon 2WD |  Buick Encore GX AWD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | — | $23,000–$31,000 | — | — | — | $27,900 |
| Engine Capacity | 1.4 L | 2L | 2L | 3L | 3L | 1.3L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Regular | Regular | Diesel | Diesel | Regular |
| Transmission | 5 speed manual | Automatic (AV-S1) | Automatic (AV-S10) | Automatic 10-spd | Automatic 10-spd | Automatic 9-spd |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD |
About
The 2011 Volkswagen Golf is a certified compact car offering a practical blend of efficiency and performance. With its turbocharged 1.4L engine and front-wheel drive, it delivers a combined 32 MPG, making it a sensible choice for daily driving.
Pros
- Certified safety status
- No recalls on record
- No complaints on record
- Good highway MPG
- Turbocharged engine
Cons
- Manual transmission
- Below-average city MPG
Complaints
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Status history
Uncertain→Certified27 May 2026
Lemon Score: 100. 0 data points. v3 scoring.