Volkswagen Golf wing mirror: generations, types and replacement
Which Volkswagen Golf mirror you need, how generations differ and what to check before you order.
Volkswagen Golf generations and mirror differences
| Generation | Years | Mirror notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mk5 | 2003-2008 | Older cars, often with simpler mirrors. Check for electric adjustment before ordering. |
| Mk6 | 2008-2012 | Many have an indicator repeater in the mirror. Heated electric mirrors were common on mid and upper trims. |
| Mk7 | 2012-2019 | A 2017 update changed some details. Power folding was available on some trims and on the GTE, so confirm yours. |
| Mk8 | 2019 onwards | Latest generation with a different design and more driver-assist options. Not interchangeable with earlier cars. |
Year ranges are approximate and based on European sales. Check your registration and handbook for your car.
Which Volkswagen Golf mirror do you have?
Features depend on year, market and trim. Cars like yours may come with:
- Manual adjustment on some base cars
- Electric adjust and heated glass on many trims
- Power folding on some trims
- Indicator repeater in the housing or cap
- Auto-dimming or memory on some higher trims
- Blind spot warning on some cars
Test your own car: does the mirror adjust electrically, fold, show an indicator, or clear mist with the rear screen heater on? Match those features when ordering.
Common Volkswagen Golf wing mirror problems
- Failed or dim mirror indicators
- Folding mechanism not working
- Mirror glass detaching or rattling
- Scratched or cracked painted caps
Tip for your Golf
Golf mirrors differ by generation and by specification. Note whether yours folds electrically and whether there is a small indicator light built in.
Glass, cap or full unit?
If only the glass is cracked, glass alone is usually enough. A broken housing, a dead motor or a failed indicator usually means a full unit. See glass vs full unit and replacing a wing mirror.
Volkswagen Golf wing mirror FAQs
Will a Mk6 Golf mirror fit a Mk7?
No. They are different generations with different housings and fittings. Always order for your exact generation.
Can I just change the glass on my Golf?
Yes, if the housing and electrics are fine. Order glass for the correct side and the right type, such as heated, aspheric or auto-dimming.
Which side is the driver's side Volkswagen Golf wing mirror in Ireland?
The right-hand (offside) mirror. The left-hand (nearside) mirror is the passenger side.
Need help finding the right mirror?
Send us your registration number, which side (driver or passenger) and a photo of the back of the mirror, and we will point you to the correct part.