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Volkswagen Golf 7 facelift

Compact Hatchback

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Volkswagen Golf 7 facelift is a compact hatchback in production from 2017 to 2020. It was powered by a range of inline-3 and inline-4 engines that displaced 1.0 to 2.0 liters.

Compared to the pre-facelift model, the facelifted Mk7 Golf comes with further-downsized yet more heavily-boosted engines.

Volkswagen has made a good effort in aerodynamics, with a decent 0.28 coefficient of drag to show for it. The official fuel economy rating is exceptionally rosy, though it may cast more doubts on the trustworthiness of the regulators and perhaps the owner's own sanity than it relates to reality.

Drivers who appreciate handling should keep in mind that the Volkswagen Golf VII (facelift 2017) uses MacPherson front suspension, which doesn't provide the best cornering performance.

Ratings

What we found

Neofiliac score 65%

Pros

Good 0.28 drag coefficient
Low fuel consumption
Good 7-speed DSG
Fully independent suspension setup

Cons

Only available with small engines
Stuck with MacPherson struts in the front

What external reviewers found

External score 75%

Pros

Excellent infotainment system
Excellent handling
Excellent infotainment
Impressive handling

Cons

Lacklustre ride quality
Not as agile as its predecessor
Dull interior
Not as fun as a 205 GTI
Not as sporty as rivals
Not the most fun to drive

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Specifications

Variants shown:

1.0 TSI 110

1.0 TSI 110 DCT

1.0 TSI 116

1.0 TSI 116 DCT

1.0 TSI 85

1.4 TGI 110

1.4 TGI 110 DCT

1.4 TSI 125

1.4 TSI 125 DCT

1.4 TSI 147

1.4 TSI 147 AT

1.4 TSI 150

1.4 TSI 150 DCT

1.5 TGI 130

1.5 TGI 130 DCT

1.5 TSI 131

1.5 TSI 131 DCT

1.5 TSI 150

1.5 TSI 150 DCT

1.6 TDI 115

1.6 TDI 115 DCT

2.0 TDI 150

2.0 TDI 150 4MOTION

2.0 TDI 150 DCT

2.0 TDI 150 4MOTION DCT

GTD

GTD DCT

GTI 228

GTI 228 DCT

GTI 230

GTI 230 DCT

GTI Performance 245

GTI Performance DCT

GTI Performance Euro6d DCT

GTI 290 DCT

R 310 4MOTION

R 310 4MOTION DCT

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External Reviews

autocar^[1]

Reviewer score 79% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from autocar have found:

Latest Golf is based around a carry-over platform and chassis. Lower end models continue to receive a MacPherson strut (front) and torsion beam (rear) suspension. Upper-end models, including this 1.5 eTSI, run a more sophisticated combination of Mac pherson struts and multi-links. All models receive passive dampers as standard, though as with its predecessor the new Golf works best with optional continuously variable dampers.

Pros

Gorgeous design
Impressive handling
New age digital and connectivity features

Cons

Not as agile as its predecessor

autoexpress^[2]

Reviewer score 65% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from autoexpress have found:

The Mk7 Golf R was launched in March 2014 with an even more potent and mouth-watering 296bhp. Power came from a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine. By July 2015 the R was also offered in a more practical Estate body style. An updated Golf R arrived in April 2016 with LED lights all round, digital dials, a new infotainment system and a 10bhp boost.

Pros

Sleek interior
Excellent infotainment system
Good standard equipment

Cons

Cheap to buy and run
Skeaky door rubbers

carmagazine^[3]

Reviewer score 73% (normalized by Neofiliac)

Reviewers from carmagazine have found:

Like any car of its era, the GTI isn't immune to rust. Today's mania for modern classics means you'll struggle to find a solid one for less than five figures. An immaculate Campaign like this is probably nigh-on £30,000: on par with a new GTI Performance.

Pros

Gorgeous styling
Punchy engine
Comfortable to drive

Cons

Not as fun as a 205 GTI
Fiddly brakes

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References

^ Volkswagen Golf 2020 review. [autocar].
^ Used Volkswagen Golf R review. [autoexpress].
^ Driving the classics: Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk1 review. [carmagazine].

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autocar^[1]

autoexpress^[2]

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