For The latest Golf is refined and comfortable, but fun to drive. The cabin is classy and practical, the desirable image guarantees strong residual values and every version has lots of safety kit
Against The most basic engines don’t have a lot of power and the styling is conservative, inside and out. Prices are high compared with some mainstream rivals
The latest version of the Golf is better than ever. Desirable, refined and great to drive, it's one of the best all-rounders. A bit dear, though