1985 – 1988 · 1 body style available
MK2
1986 – 1992 · 1 body style available
Mk2
1993 – 1998 · 1 body style available
Mk3
1999 – 2009 · 1 body style available
Mk4 / Mk5
2010 – 2014 · 1 body style available
Mk6
2015 – 2021 · 2 body styles available
Mk7
2022 – 2026 · 1 body style available
Mk8
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Frequently asked questions
What generations of the Volkswagen Golf/GTI are there?
MK2 (1985 to 1988); Mk2 (1986 to 1992); Mk3 (1993 to 1998); Mk4 / Mk5 (1999 to 2009); Mk6 (2010 to 2014); Mk7 (2015 to 2021); Mk8 (2022 to 2026).
Should I get a pre-purchase inspection on a used Volkswagen Golf/GTI?
Yes. A Squeezed guide is the triage before the inspection: it shows what to check and what to ask the seller, so you know which listings are worth a mechanic's time.