2004
Volkswagen Golf

Starts at:

$17,200

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2dr HB GL Manual

Starts at

$15,580

24 City / 31 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Gas I4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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4dr HB GL Manual

Starts at

$15,780

24 City / 31 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Gas I4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

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2dr HB GL Auto

Starts at

$16,455

24 City / 30 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Gas I4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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4dr HB GL Auto

Starts at

$16,655

24 City / 30 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Gas I4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

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4dr HB GL TDI Manual

Starts at

$17,200

38 City / 46 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Diesel I4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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4dr HB GLS Manual

Starts at

$18,140

24 City / 31 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Gas I4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

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4dr HB GL TDI Auto

Starts at

$18,275

33 City / 44 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Diesel I4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

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4dr HB GLS Auto

Starts at

$19,015

24 City / 30 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Gas I4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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4dr HB GLS TDI Manual

Starts at

$19,320

38 City / 46 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Diesel I4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

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4dr HB GLS TDI Auto

Starts at

$20,395

33 City / 44 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Diesel I4

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

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Notable features

Two- or four-door hatchback

Gasoline and diesel engines

Manual or automatic

Related to sporty GTI model

European heritage

The good & the bad

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Refinement

Performance

Euro-style handling

Resale value

Construction quality

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Seat adjustments

Difficult entry and exit in two-door model

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Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic

4 years / 50,000 miles

Corrosion

12 years

Powertrain

5 years / 60,000 miles

Roadside Assistance

4 years / 50,000 miles

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Age / mileage

MY 2016-MY 2017 vehicles / 75,000 miles; MY 2018- MY 2019 vehicles / 72,000 miles; MY 2020 and newer vehicles / 75,000 miles

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Vehicles purchased on or after 1 / 5 / 21: MY 2017 & older, 2 yrs / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2018-19, 1 yr / 12,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty; MY 2020 & newer, 2 years / 24,000 miles (whichever is 1st) limited warranty

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100-plus point inspection

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By Chris G from NJ

Owns this car

April 16, 2023

German Cockroach Car

The MRK 4 Golf 2.0 is a tank of a car that can run just fine on the worst of maintenance record it makes the rank of cockroach car. The exterior has aged well and looks good the interior is a VW from the 90s it's cheap and cheap to replace but it works although the drivers seats are garbage. The 5-Speed in the car makes it livable

and somewhat entertaining to drive and the 2.0 is a crude 70s 4 banger that's a tank of a unit that I have gotten 30+ mpg. These motors also function well on little or lack of maintenance and greatly benefit from even the cheapest rock auto parts this is a 220,000 mile plus tank of a car

Purchased a Used car
Used for Commuting
Does recommend this car

Comfort 2.0

Interior 3.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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By Viola from Princeton,NJ

Owns this car

October 28, 2017

Best car I ever had.

``Volkswagen Golf is a great car.It is small and economic works great for one person. I like to bike-ride, my bike fits in the trunk perfectly. I love it. Very reliable and well made vehicle. Love my car.

Purchased a Used car
Used for Commuting
Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2004 Volkswagen Golf?

The 2004 Volkswagen Golf is available in 2 trim levels:

GL (6 styles)
GLS (4 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2004 Volkswagen Golf?

The 2004 Volkswagen Golf offers up to 24 MPG in city driving and 31 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2004 Volkswagen Golf reliable?

The 2004 Volkswagen Golf has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2004 Volkswagen Golf owners.

Is the 2004 Volkswagen Golf a good Hatchback?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 90.9% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.3 / 5

Based on 11 reviews

Comfort: 3.8
Interior: 4.3
Performance: 4.2
Value: 4.6
Exterior: 4.6
Reliability: 4.6

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