

Shane O'Donoghue
2026 Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 50 review: Quick drive
Pros
- Performance Package chassis
- Breadth of talent
- Lovely seats and quality
Cons
- Base Edition 50 not worth it
- No manual gearbox
- Extremely expensive to buy
13 Days Ago
The 2021 Volkswagen Golf is a small Car. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $29,350 for the base variant and topping out at $53,100 for the GTI variant.
There are 4 variants of the Golf available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-2021.
The 2021 Golf was offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Volkswagen Golf include 1.4 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (110kW/250Nm) and 2.0 in-line 4-cylinder turbo (180kW/370Nm). Available with 6-speed manual manual, 8-speed automatic with manual mode or 7-speed automatic dual clutch sequential trans (dct) transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
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The Volkswagen Golf comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being GTI.


Shane O'Donoghue
13 Days Ago
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2025
$38,690
2026
$39,290
2025
$47,990
2026
$48,690
2025
$58,990
2026
$59,890
2025
$70,990
2026
$71,990
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,284 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,789 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,456 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,636 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Volkswagen Golf Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.
Volkswagen Golf
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2021 Volkswagen Golf
The cheapest Volkswagen Golf is the base variant that starts from $29,350.
See all Volkswagen Golf PricingThe most expensive Volkswagen Golf is the GTI variant that starts from $53,100.
See all Volkswagen Golf PricingThe best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Golf is 1500 kg shared by all variants.
See all Volkswagen Golf towing capacityThe largest Volkswagen Golf is the base variant which measures 1789mm wide, 4633mm in length and sits 1498mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Golf is the GTI variant which has 180kW of power and 370nm of torque.
The Volkswagen Golf is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The Volkswagen Golf uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
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†Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.