VW · Hatchback · 2017–2020
VW Golf 7-FL Schrägheck
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
★★★★★
3.2 / 5.0 · Based on 11 engine variants Most Fun Engine
265 PS
2.0L TFSI Benzin
Clubsport — caught between two chairs, but with an overboost trick
Legendary! Most Reliable Engine
131–136 PS
1.5L TSI Benzin
9 weaknesses
Good Choice Problem Engine
150 PS
2.0L TDI Diesel
8 weaknesses
Stay Away!Engine Overview
The VW Golf 7-FL Schrägheck is available with 7 engine variants — from 105 to 310 hp.
1.6L TDI
2017 2020
Be Careful 6 weaknesses
2.0L TDI
2017 2020
Stay Away! 8 weaknesses
1.4L TSI ACT
2017 2020
Be Careful 9 weaknesses
1.5L TSI Engine Change
2017 2020
Be Careful 11 weaknesses
2017 2020
Good Choice 9 weaknesses
GTI
2017 2020
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
GTI Performance
2017 2020
Be Careful 8 weaknesses
R
2017 2020
Be Careful 10 weaknesses
Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Rear Axle Bangs — Defective Shock Absorber Base Valves On vehicles with four-link rear axle and sports suspension, defective base valves in the rear shock absorbers cause banging and rattling, especially on poor roads and at speeds up to 30 km/h. Symptoms: Hollow banging and rattling from the rear, noises over bumps, potholes or drain covers from 60,000 km | Medium | |
| Broken Suspension Springs — MOT Failure Reason According to the TÜV Report 2020, broken suspension springs and worn shock absorbers are among the most common MOT defects on the Golf 7. Primarily affects older vehicles with higher mileage. Symptoms: Vehicle leans to one side, noticeably harder suspension on one side, crunching noises when cornering from 100,000 km | Low |
Frequently Asked Questions
What problems and weaknesses does the VW Golf 7-FL Schrägheck have? +
The VW Golf 7-FL as Schrägheck has 96 known weaknesses, 10 vehicle-related.
Which engine is recommended? +
Good Choice: CJXE (2.0L TFSI), DACA (1.5L TSI).
Is the VW Golf 7-FL Schrägheck worth buying used? +
The VW Golf 7-FL Schrägheck is a good choice as a used car — 2 of 11 engine variants are rated 'Good Choice'.
Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee