Renault Megane vs Opel Astra vs Volkswagen Golf
Sep 2016: The brand new Megane takes on the evergreen Golf and the understated Opel Astra.
Sep 2016: The brand new Megane takes on the evergreen Golf and the understated Opel Astra.
Our detailed guide to buying a used VW Golf VI.
May 2022:
The Golf R Variant is the performance car we deserve, but don't get...
(International first drive review)
Sep 2021:
The Golf GTI Clubsport now has the same power as the old Golf R, but with front-wheel drive. How does it stack up on Irish roads?
(Irish review)
Mar 2021:
The new VW Golf is a seriously polished hatchback, and some Irish buyers still want the diesel version.
(Irish review)
Aug 2020:
Forget the numbers as it's under the skin where the latest Volkswagen Golf GTI impresses.
(International first drive review)
Dec 2019:
We already know that the new VW Golf 8 is good, but can the diesel model still be relevant today?
(International first drive review)
Dec 2019:
We all know what a Volkswagen Golf is, and here’s the eighth generation. It’s much-changed inside, but still reassuringly a Golf.
(International first drive review)
Jan 2019:
The Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR is a swansong for the German hot hatch’s seventh generation.
(International first drive review)
Apr 2018:
The Volkswagen e-Golf remains one of the best electric cars in its class, but is it worth the premium?
(Irish review)
Jan 2018:
The updated Volkswagen Golf GTE lands in Ireland and it’s more appealing than ever.
(Irish review)
Aug 2017:
Refreshed Golf GTI is still the quintessential everyday performance car, even if it trades total involvement and aggression for overall polish.
(Irish review)
Jun 2017:
The Volkswagen Golf R gets a little more power, but is it worth the premium over the GTI hot hatch?
(Irish review)
May 2017:
This 1.0-litre engine is the one that most Volkswagen Golf buyers should choose. No, really.
(Irish review)
Apr 2017:
As if the GTI Performance model needed an update... Volkswagen: you had us at 'GTI'.
(International first drive review)
Mar 2017:
Mildly updated Golf GTI gets more power and more technology and it remains the benchmark.
(International first drive review)
Feb 2017:
The updated Volkswagen Golf is still a Golf, and that's a very good thing.
(International first drive review)
Dec 2016:
Faster, sharper Clubsport celebrates 40 years of the Golf GTI, and it's a supremely worthy tribute.
(Irish review)
Feb 2016:
The electric Volkswagen e-Golf proves just as impressive as its petrol and diesel siblings.
(Irish review)
Apr 2015:
The Golf Estate is back in Ireland, but can it fit back in with the competition?
(Irish review)
Apr 2015:
Volkswagen Golf GTD morphs into rapid estate - but Irish buyers denied the pleasure.
(International first drive review)
Apr 2015:
Is the 300hp all-wheel drive Golf R really Volkswagen's best-ever hot hatch?
(Irish review)
Feb 2015:
Volkswagen's latest 'Mild Hybrid' technology is a lightweight method of increasing fuel economy.
(Prototype review)
Nov 2014:
ItalDesign looks and a new drivetrain, but is the Golf good enough to succeed the Beetle?
(Retro review)
Oct 2014:
Volkswagen's Golf SV comes with a conservative image, but is highly impressive.
(Irish review)
Sep 2014:
Volkswagen's Golf GTE is a charged-up hybrid promising GTI-like pace, with super-low emissions.
(International first drive review)
May 2014:
As the Estate isn't available here, the Volkswagen Golf SV offers buyers a more practical choice.
(International first drive review)
Apr 2014:
Volkswagen has wasted no time in rolling out the new Golf BlueMotion. What's it like?
(Irish review)
Mar 2014:
When is a GTI not a GTI? When it's a plug-in hybrid - say hello to the Golf GTE.
(International first drive review)
Mar 2014:
We recently said the Octavia RS was better than the Golf GTI. The Performance Pack shows us otherwise.
(Irish review)
Mar 2014:
Volkswagen strips out the TDI engine and replaces it with an electric motor to create the cleanest Golf.
(International first drive review)
Jan 2014:
Ice doesn't really tell you much about a car, but it's a lot of fun in the new 300hp Golf R!
(International first drive review)
Nov 2013:
So you like the GTI, but really need a diesel? Better check out the new Volkswagen Golf GTD so.
(Irish review)
Oct 2013:
The Irish petrolhead's love affair with the Golf GTI is set to continue with the latest generation.
(Irish review)
Jul 2013:
Regular cars don't get much more frugal than the new Golf BlueMotion - not that you can buy it yet...
(International first drive review)
Jun 2013:
Golf Mk 7 spawns all-new GTD variant - a diesel GTI in other words.
(International first drive review)
May 2013:
Volkswagen's seventh Golf is aiming to be top of the pile, but with the competition heating up, is it still the best?
(Irish review)
Apr 2013:
Even the standard Golf GTI is a five-star car. Volkswagen does it again.
(International first drive review)
Oct 2012:
Despite the evolutionary styling the new Volkswagen Golf leaves the competition behind.
(International first drive review)
Jun 2011:
Our long-term Golf BlueMotion is well run-in and is proving to be nothing short of brilliant.
(Long term test)
May 2011:
VW has launched its first Golf Cabriolet in years; we drove it.
(International first drive review)
Sep 2008:
VW's sixth-generation Golf brings fresh equipment, better quality and improved dynamics to the range, but looks little different.
(Irish review)