Trim Report

Volkswagen Golf SEL2021

Includes:GOLF|SEL
$9,995
Starting From
23
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 23 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $9,995
Max $18,411
From $9,995
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SEL Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$11,950
$12K–$23K
19 listings64,474 avg miles
Alltrack
From$8,695
21 listings|$9K–$20K
Alltrack S
From$2,500
64 listings|$3K–$26K
Alltrack SE
From$6,900
61 listings|$7K–$26K
Alltrack SEL
From$9,300
26 listings|$9K–$35K
GL
From$3,899
5 listings|$4K–$33K
Launch Edition
From$1,950
6 listings|$2K–$11K
Limited Edition
From$7,995
15 listings|$8K–$15K
S
From$2,000
281 listings|$2K–$41K
SE
From$5,900
136 listings|$6K–$43K
SEL
From$9,995
23 listings|$10K–$18K
TDI
From$1,625
46 listings|$2K–$17K
TDI S
From$4,995
25 listings|$5K–$17K
TDI SE
From$5,400
14 listings|$5K–$17K
TDI SEL
From$6,995
14 listings|$7K–$22K
Wolfsburg Edition
From$3,300
31 listings|$3K–$17K

2021 Volkswagen Golf SEL Pricing

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Where to Find Volkswagen Golf SEL

Location data for all 2021 Volkswagen Golf trims combined

35States

13% 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 7 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

0
Recalls
7
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 7 owners have filed complaints about the 2021 Volkswagen Golf. SEAT BELTS issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Seat Belts1
02Power Train,electrical System,engine1
03Exterior Lighting1
04Service Brakes1
05Unknown Or Other1
7 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
·
$2,050-$2,100/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~$2,050/yr7/10 Clean
Golf - Automatic (S8)
32mpg
1.4L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
29 city36 hwy~$2,100/yr7/10 Clean

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

2021 Volkswagen Golf SEL FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the SEL compare to other Volkswagen Golf trims?

Every Volkswagen Golf trim targets a different buyer. The 2021 model page compares all available trims side by side.

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

The SEL shares its core mechanicals with other Volkswagen Golf trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for seat belts issues, the most commonly reported problem area. The 2021 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Volkswagen Golf SEL?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Volkswagen Golf SEL year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Volkswagen Golf overview compares all years side by side.

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