Volkswagen's family hatchback (C-segment); the eighth generation from 2020 was facelifted in 2024 and continues to be sold new. Suits families that prefer a classic European hatchback over an SUV, and drivers wanting a balanced car for the long haul. The model earned 5 stars in the Euro NCAP crash test (2019, eighth generation; rating expired). Consumption of 18.5 km/L claimed and 16.8 km/L measured (1.5 eTSI).
