The 2018 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback is a compact hatchback offered in 2 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $20,910. For that price, it mainly competes with the Chevrolet Cruze Hatchback, the Ford Focus Hatchback, and the Honda Civic Hatchback. Between 2 trims, the Volkswagen Golf offers a single powertrain. It is a 1.8L turbo inline-4 engine making 170 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque. However, there is a choice between a 6-speed automatic and a 5-speed manual transmission. With the automatic transmission, the torque output bumps to 199 lb-ft. The Volkswagen Golfreaches 60 mph from zero in 8.6 seconds and can manage a combined fuel economy between 28 and 29 mpg depending on the transmission. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 7 striking colors the Volkswagen Golf comes in really pull you towards itself.