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Infiniti G and Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Lemon Odds and Nada Odds for the Year Ending June 30, 2018

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Year Make/Model Nada Odds per 100 Cars Lemon Odds per 100 Cars    
31 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 127200 miles driven2004 Infiniti G Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  31 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 127200 miles driven
33 vehicles, 11.1 months per vehicle, 122900 miles driven2006 Infiniti G Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  33 vehicles, 11.1 months per vehicle, 122900 miles driven
46 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 107000 miles driven

Coupe redesigned for this model year.2008		 Infiniti G
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  46 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 107000 miles driven

Coupe redesigned for this model year.
51 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 87500 miles driven2009 Infiniti G
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  51 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 87500 miles driven
38 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 71700 miles driven2011 Infiniti G
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  38 vehicles, 11.6 months per vehicle, 71700 miles driven
25 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 60600 miles driven2012 Infiniti G Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  25 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 60600 miles driven
38 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 70800 miles driven2012 Volkswagen GTI
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  38 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 70800 miles driven
34 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 50100 miles driven2013 Infiniti G Join or sign in to view   see reported repairs
  34 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 50100 miles driven
36 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 57900 miles driven2013 Volkswagen GTI
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  36 vehicles, 11.5 months per vehicle, 57900 miles driven
56 vehicles, 11.4 months per vehicle, 38900 miles driven

Redesigned. Golf 1.8T initially had a higher repair frequency than the GTI, and the TDI still does. Unclear why. All might have a somewhat common problem with failing AC compressors. 2015		 Volkswagen GTI and Golf R
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  56 vehicles, 11.4 months per vehicle, 38900 miles driven

Redesigned. Golf 1.8T initially had a higher repair frequency than the GTI, and the TDI still does. Unclear why. All might have a somewhat common problem with failing AC compressors.
39 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 28600 miles driven

A year ago the 2015 Golf 1.8T had a similarly high repair frequency, while the GTI has generally been better.2016		 Volkswagen Golf 1.8T
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  39 vehicles, 11.8 months per vehicle, 28600 miles driven

A year ago the 2015 Golf 1.8T had a similarly high repair frequency, while the GTI has generally been better.
87 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 21700 miles driven

A year ago the 2015 Golf 1.8T had a similarly high repair frequency, while the GTI has generally been better.2016		 Volkswagen GTI and Golf R
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  87 vehicles, 11.7 months per vehicle, 21700 miles driven

A year ago the 2015 Golf 1.8T had a similarly high repair frequency, while the GTI has generally been better.
51 vehicles, 11.3 months per vehicle, 17500 miles driven2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.8T
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  51 vehicles, 11.3 months per vehicle, 17500 miles driven
70 vehicles, 11.3 months per vehicle, 12900 miles driven2017 Volkswagen GTI and Golf R
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  70 vehicles, 11.3 months per vehicle, 12900 miles driven

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Infiniti G vs. Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Lemon Odds and Nada Odds

Other sources of Infiniti G and Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI reliability data provide only averages, which can conceal as much as they reveal. So we also report the percentage of Infiniti Gs and Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTIs with no repairs at all in the past year and the percentage of Infiniti Gs and Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTIs that are lemons (required three or more repair trips in the past year). These figures might surprise you.

These stats are promptly updated four times a year, to closely track Infiniti G and Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI lemon odds as the cars age. Others can be over a year behind. Only TrueDelta tells you how reliable the Infiniti G and Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI have been recently.

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Infiniti G

Infiniti G Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 328-horsepower 3.7L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 This is a recognizable luxury brand to everyone, and a known performance brand for enthusiasts. see full Infiniti G review
2008 2dr Coupe 330-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed manual RWD		 reputation for quality see full Infiniti G review
2008 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 This is my 3rd Infiniti. I always buy low mileage used cars that still have some warranty on them. This is the most trouble i have had with an Infiniti. ALso had a Maxima too - which is very similar. Love the Infiniti's handling, performance, looks, reliability (usually) and features. Good mix of luxury and sport - more on the side of sport. see full Infiniti G review
2007 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Infiniti is a well known company and has well known reputation for making reliable and luxurious cars at a good price. see full Infiniti G review
2007 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Upscale with performance and reliability. see full Infiniti G review
2007 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Infiniti is a brand I respect as they are always changing to make necessary improvements and to react to customer wishes. see full Infiniti G review
2006 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Blend of luxury and sportiness. see full Infiniti G review
2006 2dr Coupe 280-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Instantly recognizable as a luxury brand. Dealer experience for service has been excellent. see full Infiniti G review
2006 2dr Coupe 280-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 I live in the sticks of northern NY (firmly in Mustang/Monte Carlo country) and I get complimented at least weekly on the car's classy appearance, the exhaust note, or the prestigious brand. It stands out like a sore thumb among all the domestic coupes up here, and I wouldn't have it any other way. see full Infiniti G review
2005 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Infiniti is right up there with Lexus and Acura for reputation, but neither of them can match the performance you get with an Infiniti. As good as a BMW for a lot less money, and a lot more reliable. see full Infiniti G review
Infiniti G Brand Reputation: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Lots of people see it a as a Nissan. see full Infiniti G review
2008 2dr Coupe 330-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 While the Infiniti brand itself features high-end luxury cars for around 40k plus. They are owned by Nissan, monthly check gets paid to nissan, and in Japan, the Infiniti line is branded Nissan. All smoke and mirrors. Good reputation among young crowd... see full Infiniti G review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Brand Reputation of the Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI

Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Brand Reputation: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 I always see Volkswagens as great, reliable cars. The GTI is special because of its utility and performance. see full Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI review
2008 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 german built, soild car see full Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI review
2008 2dr Hatch 250-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed automated manual AWD		 Like the 2004 R32, the 2008 R32 had a limited production run of 5000, most of which are now sold. The R32 is really a well balanced "mini grand touring" car; without the stigma of being a "rice racer" like the Evo or STi. A great car for road and track! see full Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI review
2005 2dr Hatch 200-horsepower 2.8L V6
6-speed manual FWD		 VW builds a quality car, besides their electrical issues, which I have not had in either of my last two GTIs. see full Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI review
2004 4dr Hatch turbocharged 100hp 1.9L I4 Diesel
5-speed manual FWD		 VW, to me, means smart and sophisticated; while, at the same time, being practical and understated. Owning one shows you know automobiles without having to shout about it. VWs are not appliances. see full Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI review
Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Brand Reputation: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2016 2dr Hatch turbocharged 210hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 Low reliability see full Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI review
2013 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual FWD		 VW does not have that great a reputation in the U.S. This is a shame because the Golf really seems to be a well-made vehicle. Time will tell whether it holds up, but there are many horror stories of poor service, poor dealers, and the factory not standing behind their warranties. I'm hoping that VW has improved their ways, but this remains a major sticking point. see full Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI review
2009 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 VW dealerships have one of the worst reps. for fair service prices. The dealer I saw was great on the test drive front, but I feared the service desk a few years down the line. see full Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI review
2007 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 Too many people, VW are still seen as nice cars that break often see full Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI review