How much does the 2017 Volkswagen Golf cost?

The 2017 Volkswagen Golf has a starting MSRP of $19,895, ranging up to $27,995 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes TSI S from $19,895; TSI Wolfsburg Edition from $21,595; TSI SE from $25,445; TSI SEL from $27,995.

What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Volkswagen Golf?

The 2017 Volkswagen Golf achieves up to 29 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2017 Volkswagen Golf have?

The 2017 Volkswagen Golf offers up to 22.8 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

Is the 2017 Volkswagen Golf safe?

The 2017 Volkswagen Golf earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.

How many trims does the 2017 Volkswagen Golf come in?

The 2017 Volkswagen Golf is available in 4 trims (6 total configurations) across Hatchback body styles with front wheel drive.

2017 Volkswagen Golf

4 trims · 6 configurations · Hatchback

Starting MSRP

$19,895 – $27,995

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NHTSA safety

★★★★★

5 / 5 overall

Frontal (driver)★★★★★

Frontal (passenger)★★★★☆

Side (driver)★★★★★

Side (passenger)★★★★★

Rollover★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA · 5 recalls on record

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Pricing

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MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on TSI S

Total price (TSI S MSRP)

$19,895

Typical monthly

$394/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-10-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2017 Volkswagen Golf trims

TSI S
2 configurations
MSRP
$19,895 – $20,995
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
25/36
Horsepower
170 hp
Torque
199 lb-ft
Engine
1.8L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
22.8
Max towing
—
TSI Wolfsburg Edition
2 configurations
MSRP
$21,595 – $22,695
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
25/36
Horsepower
170 hp
Torque
199 lb-ft
Engine
1.8L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
22.8
Max towing
—
TSI SE
MSRP
$25,445
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
25/35
Horsepower
170 hp
Torque
199 lb-ft
Engine
1.8L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
22.8
Max towing
—
TSI SEL
MSRP
$27,995
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
25/35
Horsepower
170 hp
Torque
199 lb-ft
Engine
1.8L I4 gas
Seating
5
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
22.8
Max towing
—

Compare 2017 Volkswagen Golf trim specifications
Spec	TSI S2 configurations	TSI Wolfsburg Edition2 configurations	TSI SE	TSI SEL
MSRP	$19,895 – $20,995	$21,595 – $22,695	$25,445	$27,995
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	25/36	25/36	25/35	25/35
Horsepower	170 hp	170 hp	170 hp	170 hp
Torque	199 lb-ft	199 lb-ft	199 lb-ft	199 lb-ft
Engine	1.8L I4 gas	1.8L I4 gas	1.8L I4 gas	1.8L I4 gas
Seating	5	5	5	5
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD
Cargo (cu ft)	22.8	22.8	22.8	22.8
Max towing	—	—	—	—

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: TSI Sgas
TSI Wolfsburg Editiongas
TSI SEgas
TSI SELgas
Fuel type: TSI Sregular unleaded
TSI Wolfsburg Editionregular unleaded
TSI SEregular unleaded
TSI SELregular unleaded
Cylinders: TSI SI4
TSI Wolfsburg EditionI4
TSI SEI4
TSI SELI4
Displacement: TSI S1.8 L
TSI Wolfsburg Edition1.8 L
TSI SE1.8 L
TSI SEL1.8 L
Horsepower: TSI S170 hp
TSI Wolfsburg Edition170 hp
TSI SE170 hp
TSI SEL170 hp
Torque: TSI S199 lb-ft
TSI Wolfsburg Edition199 lb-ft
TSI SE199 lb-ft
TSI SEL199 lb-ft
Transmission: TSI S5-speed manual
TSI Wolfsburg Edition5-speed manual
TSI SE6-speed shiftable automatic
TSI SEL6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain: TSI Sfront wheel drive
TSI Wolfsburg Editionfront wheel drive
TSI SEfront wheel drive
TSI SELfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: TSI SHatchback
TSI Wolfsburg EditionHatchback
TSI SEHatchback
TSI SELHatchback
Doors: TSI S5
TSI Wolfsburg Edition5
TSI SE5
TSI SEL5
Seating: TSI S5
TSI Wolfsburg Edition5
TSI SE5
TSI SEL5
Length: TSI S167.5 in
TSI Wolfsburg Edition167.5 in
TSI SE167.5 in
TSI SEL167.5 in
Width: TSI S70.8 in
TSI Wolfsburg Edition70.8 in
TSI SE70.8 in
TSI SEL70.8 in
Height: TSI S57.2 in
TSI Wolfsburg Edition57.2 in
TSI SE57.2 in
TSI SEL57.2 in
Wheelbase: TSI S103.8 in
TSI Wolfsburg Edition103.8 in
TSI SE103.8 in
TSI SEL103.8 in
Ground clearance: TSI S5.4 in
TSI Wolfsburg Edition5.4 in
TSI SE5.4 in
TSI SEL5.4 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: TSI S22.8 cu ft
TSI Wolfsburg Edition22.8 cu ft
TSI SE22.8 cu ft
TSI SEL22.8 cu ft
Max payload: TSI S—
TSI Wolfsburg Edition—
TSI SE1,021 lbs
TSI SEL1,021 lbs
Curb weight: TSI S—
TSI Wolfsburg Edition—
TSI SE2,963 lbs
TSI SEL2,963 lbs
Fuel tank: TSI S13.2 gal
TSI Wolfsburg Edition13.2 gal
TSI SE13.2 gal
TSI SEL13.2 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: TSI S29
TSI Wolfsburg Edition29
TSI SE29
TSI SEL29
City MPG: TSI S25
TSI Wolfsburg Edition25
TSI SE25
TSI SEL25
Highway MPG: TSI S36
TSI Wolfsburg Edition36
TSI SE35
TSI SEL35

Full specifications by trim
Spec	TSI S	TSI Wolfsburg Edition	TSI SE	TSI SEL
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas	gas	gas
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
Cylinders	I4	I4	I4	I4
Displacement	1.8 L	1.8 L	1.8 L	1.8 L
Horsepower	170 hp	170 hp	170 hp	170 hp
Torque	199 lb-ft	199 lb-ft	199 lb-ft	199 lb-ft
Transmission	5-speed manual	5-speed manual	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	front wheel drive	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Hatchback	Hatchback	Hatchback	Hatchback
Doors	5	5	5	5
Seating	5	5	5	5
Length	167.5 in	167.5 in	167.5 in	167.5 in
Width	70.8 in	70.8 in	70.8 in	70.8 in
Height	57.2 in	57.2 in	57.2 in	57.2 in
Wheelbase	103.8 in	103.8 in	103.8 in	103.8 in
Ground clearance	5.4 in	5.4 in	5.4 in	5.4 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	22.8 cu ft	22.8 cu ft	22.8 cu ft	22.8 cu ft
Max payload	—	—	1,021 lbs	1,021 lbs
Curb weight	—	—	2,963 lbs	2,963 lbs
Fuel tank	13.2 gal	13.2 gal	13.2 gal	13.2 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	29	29	29	29
City MPG	25	25	25	25
Highway MPG	36	36	35	35

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2017 Volkswagen Golf FAQ

How much does the 2017 Volkswagen Golf cost?: The 2017 Volkswagen Golf has a starting MSRP of $19,895, ranging up to $27,995 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes TSI S from $19,895; TSI Wolfsburg Edition from $21,595; TSI SE from $25,445; TSI SEL from $27,995.
What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Volkswagen Golf?: The 2017 Volkswagen Golf achieves up to 29 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2017 Volkswagen Golf have?: The 2017 Volkswagen Golf offers up to 22.8 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
Is the 2017 Volkswagen Golf safe?: The 2017 Volkswagen Golf earned an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
How many trims does the 2017 Volkswagen Golf come in?: The 2017 Volkswagen Golf is available in 4 trims (6 total configurations) across Hatchback body styles with front wheel drive.