Trim Report

Volkswagen Golf SE2021

Includes:GOLF|SE
$5,900
Starting From
132
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 132 active dealer listings as of

Min $5,900
Max $42,244
From $5,900
Fresh

SE Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$11,500
$12K–$27K
17 listings60,294 avg miles
Alltrack
From$13,613
9 listings|$14K–$24K
Alltrack S
From$8,272
57 listings|$8K–$22K
Alltrack SE
From$7,500
73 listings|$8K–$29K
Alltrack SEL
From$8,600
41 listings|$9K–$34K
GLS
From$950
3 listings|$950–$8K
Launch Edition
From$3,500
8 listings|$4K–$11K
Limited Edition
From$4,399
16 listings|$4K–$15K
S
From$5,400
207 listings|$5K–$41K
SE
From$5,900
132 listings|$6K–$42K
SEL
From$8,999
26 listings|$9K–$18K
TDI
From$1,950
52 listings|$2K–$16K
TDI S
From$6,300
41 listings|$6K–$16K
TDI SE
From$7,400
11 listings|$7K–$18K
TDI SEL
From$9,300
10 listings|$9K–$22K
Wolfsburg Edition
From$6,495
26 listings|$6K–$18K

2021 Volkswagen Golf SE Pricing

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Where to Find Volkswagen Golf SE

Location data for all 2021 Volkswagen Golf trims combined

35States

9% of the market sits in California, though listings span 35 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Volkswagen Golf Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2021 Volkswagen Golf trims

Low Concern

The 2021 Volkswagen Golf has a low safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 6 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

0
Recalls
6
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 6 owners have filed complaints about the 2021 Volkswagen Golf. POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Power Train,electrical System,engine1
02Exterior Lighting1
03Service Brakes1
04Unknown Or Other1
05Electrical System,air Bags,service Brakes1
6 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Volkswagen Golf Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2021 Volkswagen Golf trims

32–33mpg combined
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29city
·
36-39hwy
·
$1,350/yr

Across 2 configurations, the 2021 Volkswagen Golf returns 32–33 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
Golf - Manual 6-spd
33mpg
1.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
29 city39 hwy~$1,350/yr7/10 Clean
Golf - Automatic (S8)
32mpg
1.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
29 city36 hwy~$1,350/yr7/10 Clean

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the SE Worth It?

Common questions about the 2021 Volkswagen Golf SE

How does the SE compare to other Volkswagen Golf trims?

The SE occupies a distinct position in the Volkswagen Golf range. See how it stacks up on the 2021 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2021 Volkswagen Golf SE?

Maintenance costs for the SE align with the broader Volkswagen Golf ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is power train,electrical system,engine. Check the 2021 Volkswagen Golf page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Volkswagen Golf SE?

For the SE, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Volkswagen Golf buyer's guide.

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