Volkswagen has built its reputation on blending German-engineered performance with everyday practicality. New Volkswagen pricing has climbed right alongside the rest of the new car market, which is pushing more shoppers toward the used. Here’s a closer look at four Volkswagen that stand out on the used market.
Top Used Volkswagen Cars & SUVs
2024 Volkswagen Jetta
The Jetta is Volkswagen’s compact sedan and one of the most fuel-efficient options in its class. The 2024 model is the last year of this generation before a refreshed Jetta arrived for 2025.. It’s powered by a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder producing 158 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque, available with a six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic, and rated at up to 29 mpg city / 42 mpg highway. Standard safety equipment includes forward collision warning and blind-spot monitoring across every trim.
2023 Volkswagen Tiguan
The Tiguan is Volkswagen’s compact SUV and one of the few in its class to offer available third-row seating. It runs a 2.0-liter four-cylinder producing 184 hp and 221 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic, and rated at 23 mpg city / 30 mpg highway in front-wheel drive. Every Tiguan comes standard with a digital instrument cluster and available 4Motion all-wheel drive for added traction. KBB’s consumer reviews rate this generation of Tiguan 4.5 out of 5 for reliability.
2023 Volkswagen Golf GTI
The Golf GTI is Volkswagen’s iconic hatchback. It runs a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder producing 241 hp and 273 lb-ft of torque, available with a six-speed manual or seven-speed dual-clutch automatic. Standard features include a limited-slip differential, LED lighting, and a digital instrument cluster, with adaptive dampers available on the top Autobahn trim.
2022 Volkswagen Atlas
The Atlas is Volkswagen’s largest SUV, built for buyers who need three rows and cargo room. It comes standard with 2.0-liter four-cylinder producing 235 hp, or an available 3.6-liter V6 with 276 hp, both paired with an eight-speed automatic and available 4Motion all-wheel drive. The Atlas offers 29.9 cubic feet of cargo space behind its second row, along with an 8-inch digital instrument panel standard across the lineup.