VW · Hatchback · 2008–2013
VW Golf 6 Schrägheck
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
★★★★★
1.7 / 5.0 · Based on 15 engine variants Most Fun Engine
256–271 PS
2.0L TFSI Benzin
First Golf R — turbo replaces VR6, community was skeptical at first
Legendary! Problem Engine
105–110 PS
1.6L TDI Diesel
12 weaknesses
Stay Away!Engine Overview
The VW Golf 6 Schrägheck is available with 10 engine variants — from 80 to 271 hp.
1.6L TDI
2009 2012
Stay Away! 12 weaknesses
2.0L TDI CR Engine Change
2008 2012
Be Careful 11 weaknesses
2008 2012
Be Careful 7 weaknesses
GTD
2009 2012
Stay Away! 5 weaknesses
1.2L TSI Engine Change
2009 2012
Stay Away! 9 weaknesses
2010 2012
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
1.4L 16V
2008 2012
Stay Away! 5 weaknesses
1.4L TSI
2008 2013
Stay Away! 5 weaknesses
1.4L TSI Twincharger
2008 2013
Stay Away! 6 weaknesses
GTI
2009 2012
Stay Away! 8 weaknesses
GTI Edition 35
2011 2012
Stay Away! 8 weaknesses
R Engine Change
2009 2013
Stay Away! 7 weaknesses
2009 2012
Stay Away! 7 weaknesses
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Rust at Wheel Arches and Tailgate In the Golf VI rust forms preferentially at the wheel arch edges and on the tailgate — especially if body damage has been repaired unprofessionally. VW economised on the factory corrosion protection for engine, chassis and gearbox. Symptoms: Bubbles or rust-through at wheel arch edges; rust streaks at the tailgate lower edge; surface rust on chassis parts and exhaust from 100,000 km | Medium |
Frequently Asked Questions
What problems and weaknesses does the VW Golf 6 Schrägheck have? +
The VW Golf 6 as Schrägheck has 119 known weaknesses, 11 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Be Careful: CBAB (2.0L TDI CR), CBZA (1.2L TSI), CFFB (2.0L TDI CR), CJZB (1.2L TSI), CZDA (1.4L TSI ACT). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'.
Is the VW Golf 6 Schrägheck worth buying used? +
Caution is advised with the VW Golf 6 Schrägheck — 10 of 15 engine variants are rated 'Stay Away!'.
Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee