2015–2021 Volkswagen Golf Car Stereo, Speaker & Dash Kit Fitment
A 2015–2021 Volkswagen Golf (MK7) accepts a single- or double-DIN aftermarket stereo using a Metra 99-9013HG dash kit, with steering-wheel controls retained through a plug-and-play harness. Front doors take a 6.5" woofer (plus a 4" mid and pillar tweeter); rear doors take 6.5" speakers. Fender Premium trims add a factory amp.
2015–2021 Volkswagen Golf fitment at a glance
| Factory stereo / aftermarket fit | Single or Double DIN with a Metra dash kit (factory Composition/Discover unit replaced) |
|---|---|
| Front speaker size | 6.5" door woofer (plus a 4" mid and ~1.8" pillar tweeter on component-equipped cars) |
| Rear speaker size | 6.5" rear door (5.25" also fits with an adapter) |
| Factory amplifier | Fender Premium Audio trims use a trunk-mounted amp (under the driver's seat) — keep it with a MOST/amp-retention interface |
| Steering-wheel controls | Yes — steering-wheel controls are retained with a plug-and-play harness |
| Typical install time | 1–2 hours for a head-unit + dash kit |
| DIY difficulty | Intermediate DIY (or installed at our Chilliwack shop) |
The MK7 front stage is a multi-driver setup (6.5" door woofer, 4" mid, pillar tweeter), so a straight 6.5" component or coaxial is the usual replacement — Sportwagen/Alltrack layouts can differ slightly. If your Golf has the Fender Premium Audio system, the factory amp lives in the trunk and the head-unit swap needs an amp-retention interface. Not sure which system you have? Send us your VIN and we'll confirm in a minute.
The MK7 Golf has one of the cleaner factory dashes to work with — drop in a single- or double-DIN Apple CarPlay or Android Auto receiver using the right Metra kit and the result looks factory, not bolted-on. The one thing to check first is whether your Golf has the Fender Premium Audio system: those cars run a trunk amp that needs an interface to keep the sound. Below are the exact dash kit and plug-and-play harness we stock for your Golf — pick the pair, add a head unit, and you're set. Want it handled? Our techs install VWs every week at our Chilliwack shop.
The exact parts that fit your Volkswagen Golf
These are the dash kits and wiring harnesses we stock for the 2015–2021 Volkswagen Golf. Pair any with a head unit below — it’s plug-and-play, no cutting.
Dash Kits (turns the dash opening into a single/double-DIN slot)
Wiring Harnesses (plug-and-play — no soldering)
Now pick your upgrade
Apple CarPlay / Android Auto receivers that drop into the dash kit above.
Shop head units →Upgrade the factory speakers while the door panels are off — biggest sound-per-dollar.
Shop speakers →Add real low-end. We’ll point you to a sub + amp that fits the Volkswagen Golf.
Shop bass →Don’t want to DIY? We install it.
Order the kit online, or have our certified techs install your Volkswagen Golf stereo, speakers or sound system at our Chilliwack shop. Drivers come in from across the Fraser Valley & Greater Vancouver.
2015–2021 Volkswagen Golf stereo upgrade — FAQ
What size speakers fit a 2015–2021 Volkswagen Golf?
The MK7 Golf runs a multi-driver front stage: a 6.5" woofer low in the door, a small 4" mid higher up, and a tweeter in the A-pillar (on component-equipped cars). The rear doors take 6.5" speakers (a 5.25" also fits with an adapter). For most upgrades a 6.5" component or coaxial set is the right call — we'll include any bracket your trim needs.
Can I put a double DIN / Apple CarPlay stereo in my Golf?
Yes — on a standard (non-Fender) MK7 Golf, the Metra 99-9013HG dash kit lets you fit a full double-DIN CarPlay / Android Auto receiver with a clean, OEM-style finish. If your Golf has the Fender Premium Audio system, the factory unit is harder to replace and the swap needs an amp-retention interface — send us your VIN and we'll tell you exactly which path fits your car.
Will I lose steering-wheel controls or my backup camera?
No. The Metra 71-9006 plug-and-play harness keeps your steering-wheel controls working, and a compatible head unit retains the factory backup camera. On Fender Premium trims with the trunk amp, we add an amp-retention interface so you keep full sound after the swap.
What dash kit do I need for a MK7 Golf?
For a double-DIN stereo, the Metra 99-9013HG is the kit to use across 2015–up MK7 Golfs — it's the high-gloss black, OEM-style panel shown above with live pricing and stock. It also accommodates a single-DIN head unit with the included pocket. Pair it with the 71-9006 harness for a no-cut install.
Can Audiomotivez install it for me?
Absolutely. We install Volkswagens every week at our Chilliwack shop, with customers driving in from across the Fraser Valley — Abbotsford, Mission, Langley and Greater Vancouver. Order the kit online for a DIY install, or book an install with us — call 604-792-4070 and we'll sort your Golf out.