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The 2010 Volkswagen Golf is a fine example of German engineering. It feels and drives solid and its high level of refinement and build quality surpass most, if not all, entrants in the compact category. The Golf’s highly-efficient optional diesel engine also makes it a unique offering in its class.
Small commuter cars are typically inexpensive; such is not the case with the 2010 Golf. This hatchback may actually price itself out of a small-car buyer’s budget. In terms of driving fun, it’s there, but not to the degree of some rivals, such as the MAZDA3 or the MINI Cooper.
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Price | $5,258 | $4,927 | $5,373 | $5,237 | |
KBB.com Rating | N/A | 3.8 | 3.1 | 4.3 | |
Consumer Rating | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.5 | 4.4 | |
Fuel Economy | City 22/Hwy 30/Comb 25 MPG | City 27/Hwy 34/Comb 30 MPG | City 22/Hwy 30/Comb 25 MPG | City 124/Hwy 101/Comb 112 MPGe | |
Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Electric | |
Safety Rating | N/A | 4.0 | N/A | N/A | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | |
Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | |
Horsepower | 170 @ 5700 RPM | 101 @ 6500 RPM | 160 @ 5500 RPM | 107 HP | |
Engine | 5-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, MultiAir, 1.4L | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.4 Liter | AC Electric Motor | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |