Volkswagen Golf R Estate (2015-2020): owner reviews

“If you want performance, practicality and decent running costs all at the same time, then it’s hard to overlook the Volkswagen Golf R Estate”

Carbuyer Rating

3.4 out of 5

Owners Rating

5.0 out of 5

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    5 out of 5

    Car Details

    Model

    310

    Year

    2018

    Bought Car

    Used
    Tell us what you think about your car?
    I've only had this 'beast' a week. It's absolutely everything I imagined and more, from the best gearbox on the market to the noise and acceleration. It looks discrete and classy, I added the 19 inch black alloys and leather seats that finish it off for looks. I never test drove it, I just saw the modeland colour in showroom and ordered it. It's practical, comfortable and a pleasure to drive.
    Would you recommend the car to a friend?

    5 out of 5

    Car Details

    Model

    2.0t

    Year

    2018

    Avg annual mileage

    10,000 – 14,999

    Owned

    Less than a year

    Bought Car

    Used

    Typical MPG

    34
    Tell us what you think about your car?
    What a great car! I needed a good all round family car which would also scratch my 'hot hatch' itch without huge running costs. This car does it all and then some. I added a few extras to mine with the rear cam, climate screen and the Dynaudio (which is superb). When you just want to take the family on a trip it's perfect. I get 37+ mpg on a run and when the kids aren't about the car goes like something off a stick. It goes just as well in the rain, the grip of this thing is fantastic! The ride can be a little firm but you get used to that. The way the car goes around corners is great and offers so much confidence. I don't really see any downside to this car so far, it's understated looks help to keep it as a Q car and it really does shift when it needs to.
    Would you recommend the car to a friend?

    5 out of 5

    Car Details

    Year

    2015

    Avg annual mileage

    5,000 – 9,999

    Owned

    1 - 2 years

    Bought Car

    Used
    Tell us what you think about your car?
    A superb car, performance with practicality. Bomb proof build with all the performance you need in a discrete wrapper. A car for all reasons.
    Would you recommend the car to a friend?

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