Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (2009-2012) verdict

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Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (2009-2012) verdict

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Parkers overall rating: 4.5 out of 54.5

Written by Keith Adams Updated: 18 May 2023

Parkers ratings

Performance

4 out of 54.0

Handling

4 out of 54.0

Behind the wheel

4.5 out of 54.5

Comfort

4.5 out of 54.5

Running costs

3 out of 53.0

Green credentials

5 out of 55.0

Reliability

4.5 out of 54.5

Equipment

4 out of 54.0

Safety

4.5 out of 54.5

Practicality

4 out of 54.0

Top rivals

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Civic Hatchback

4 out of 54.0 4 out of 54.0

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Focus Hatchback

4.5 out of 54.5 4.5 out of 54.5

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Qashqai

4 out of 54.0 4 out of 54.0

VW Golf Hatchback 2009-