The best cars for golfers: Small, hatchback, sports, SUV and estates

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Best small car for golf clubs: Honda Civic (2018)

The new Honda Civic is longer and wider while still retaining a small overall size. Perfect for city living.

Boot size

The standard Honda Civic packs a 420-litre boot, expandable to 1,580 litres if you lower the rear seats.

The EX and Prestige models provide an extra 58 litres.

Can it fit a trolley as well as golf clubs?

Yes, the Honda Civic has plenty of room for both.

Other benefits

  • Combines performance and economy
  • Plenty of legroom in rear
  • 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine
  • Suitable for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Review

“Quite simply the best car we’ve ever owned. I love the cockpit design and features and the beautiful leather seats. Fantastic to drive”

Price

£19,110–£28,500

Best hatchback for golf clubs: Ford Mondeo Hatchback (2014)

The third-generation Ford Mondeo Hatchback offers the largest and most comfortable ride yet. It combines practicality with quality and a great driving experience.

Boot size

With 550 litres of boot storage, there is plenty of space. Folding down the seats increases capacity to 1,466 litres. The large hatchback boot opening makes loading your golf clubs really easy.

Can it fit a trolley as well as golf clubs?

Yes. The large boot space and easy access means loading your golf clubs and trolley will be a breeze.

Other benefits

  • Incredibly spacious inside
  • Diesel/petrol versions available
  • Comfort is a priority
  • Quieter engine than previous models

Review

“Surprisingly economical, and nimble for a large, family hatchback.”

Cost

From £19,995

Best sports car for golf clubs: Ford Fiesta ST (2008 - 2016)

The Ford Fiesta ST offers the luxury of a sports car with the practicalities of a hatchback.

Boot size

The boot has 285  litres of luggage room. The rear seats fold down to provide 960 litres of space.

Can it fit a trolley as well as golf clubs?

The boot has a large opening to get awkward items in, like a golf trolley. It may be a struggle to fit the trolley in without the rear seats being lowered.

Other benefits

  • Excellent value for money
  • Fun to drive
  • Practical and stylish

Review

“This car is that good that I quite genuinely think that it should be offered on prescription by the NHS.”

Price

From £22,913 (new)

Best SUV for golf clubs: Honda CR-V (2012 - 2017)

A safe, family-friendly car that offers practicality and spaciousness at the cost of “excitement”.

Boot size

The CR-V offers 561 litres of boot space. If the back seats are folded down, this extends to a massive 1,756 litres.

Can it fit a trolley as well as golf clubs?

Yes. The CR-V offers a massive amount of space and can easily take two bags of clubs and a trolley.

Other benefits

  • Up to seven seats
  • Practical as a family car
  • Reliable and safe

Review

“Great practical car, beautiful inside and out, and at the right price!”

Price

From £25,080

Best estate car for golf clubs: Mercedes E-Class Estate (2016)

Combines the style of a classic Mercedes with the practicalities of an estate. It’s spacious, easy to load and a practical all-round car.

Boot size

Of the cars on this page, the Mercedes E-Class estate offers the largest boot space, with 640 litres as standard. With the rear seats folded down it provides a mammoth 1,820 litres of space.

Can it fit a trolley as well as golf clubs?

Yes. The Mercedes E-Class can hold clubs and a trolley and then some. It’s the perfect car if you’re looking to take a few friends to the golf course.

Other benefits

  • Built and looks upmarket
  • Comfort-focused
  • Excellent driving experience

Review

“Comfortable ride, spacious cabin and boot, luxury feel”

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