2012 Volkswagen Golf GTI Features And Specs

Year

Style, Configuration, Engine Options

Trim

GTI 2dr HB DSG Package Includes

  • Interior

  • Cloth seat trim

  • 8-way manual heated front sport bucket seats -inc

    optimized head restraints, easy-entry system, lumbar support, emergency locking retractors for all seating positions

  • 60/40 split-folding rear seat -inc

    height-adjustable head restraints for all seating positions, (2) cup holders, pass-through, interlock feature, center armrest

  • Adjustable front center armrest w/storage compartment

  • Center console -inc

    (2) front cup holders, front open storage compartment

  • Front/rear carpeted floor mats

  • Leather-wrapped tilt/telescoping sport steering wheel -inc

    wheel-mounted shift paddles

  • Theft-deterrent steering column

  • Highline instrument cluster -inc

    multi-function trip computer, compass, brake pad wear indicator, seatbelt reminder, fuel cap seal warning, illumination for controls & gauges

  • Headlights-on warning tone

  • Non-smokers pkg -inc

    pwr outlet w/plug, storage receptacle w/insert

  • Pwr windows -inc

    front windows w/driver side 1-touch up/down feature, pinch protection

  • Remote central pwr locking system -inc

    auto locking feature

  • Remote keyless entry

  • Cruise control

  • Mirror control pad w/joystick controls

  • Anti-theft vehicle alarm system -inc

    panic button

  • Immobilizer theft-deterrent system

  • Climatic air conditioning -inc

    air-conditioning in center console

  • Air vents in instrument panel

  • Electric rear window defroster

  • Rear passenger ventilation for heat

  • Soft-opening lockable glovebox

  • (2) aux pwr outlets

  • Chrome interior door handles

  • Brushed aluminum footrest & pedal covers

  • Metallic door trim

  • Integrated armrest in front door panels

  • Front door storage pockets

  • Roof console w/integrated sunglasses holder

  • Sliding visors w/covered illuminated vanity mirrors

  • Interior dome lamp w/time delay, (2) front reading lamps

  • Luggage compartment light

  • Leather brake handle & shift knob

  • Front seatback storage pockets

  • Plastic loading edge protection

  • Inside hatch grip

  • Rear cargo cover

  • (2) trunk tie-down hooks -inc

    1 in each corner

  • Emergency trunk release

  • Exterior

  • 18\ \Detroit\ alloy wheels

  • 225/40R18 all-season tires

  • Temporary use spare tire

  • Sport front/side/rear valences -inc

    textured black sport side skirts

  • Body-color bumpers

  • Body-color rear roof spoiler

  • Body-color moldings

  • Fully galvanized sheet metal

  • Heat-insulated glass

  • Black front grille -inc

    honeycomb mesh & red surrounding strip

  • Halogen headlamps -inc

    clear/lightweight/chip-resistant polycarbonate lenses

  • Fog lights

  • Body-color heated pwr mirrors -inc

    integrated turn signals, blinker control stalk w/lane-change feature

  • Adjustable intermittent windshield wipers w/heated washer nozzles

  • Rear window wiper

  • Body-color exterior door handles

  • Entertainment

  • AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc

    (8) speakers, media device interface (MDI), Bluetooth connectivity

  • SIRIUS satellite radio w/3-month trial

  • Auxiliary audio input

  • Window diversity antenna

  • Engine

  • Engine Order Code

    NA

  • Engine Type and Required Fuel

    Turbocharged Gas I4

  • Displacement (liters/cubic inches)

    2.0L/121

  • Fuel System

    Direct Injection

  • Maximum Horsepower @ RPM

    200 @ 5100-6000

  • Maximum Torque @ RPM

    207 @ 1800-5000

  • Cooling System Capacity (quarts)

    8.4

  • Electrical

  • Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F

    NA

  • Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

    120

  • Safety

  • 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)

  • Engine braking assist (EBA)

  • Electronic brake-pressure distribution (EBD)

  • Electronic stabilization program (ESP) w/anti-slip regulation (ASR)

  • Hydraulic brake assist (HBA)

  • Intelligent crash response system (ICRS)

  • Anti-intrusion side-impact door beams

  • Crash optimized front end

  • Daytime running lights

  • Dual front airbags

  • Front side-thorax airbags

  • Front/rear side curtain airbags

  • Emergency trunk release

  • Buckle switch

  • Height adjustable front 3-point safety belts w/pretensioners, load limiters

  • LATCH child restraint system

  • Child safety rear door locks

  • Tire pressure monitoring system

  • Collapsible steering column

  • Dual tone horns

  • Steering

  • Steering Type

    Pwr Rack & Pinion

  • Steering Ratio (:1)

    15.6

  • Turns, lock to lock

    3.0

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, curb to curb (feet)

    35.8

  • Turning Diameter / Radius, wall to wall (feet)

    NA

  • Mechanical

  • 2.0L DOHC FSI 16-valve turbocharged I4 engine

  • Hard shell battery box protection

  • 6-speed DSG transmission w/Tiptronic & sport mode, launch control

  • Front wheel drive

  • GTI sport suspension w/vehicle lowering -inc

    independent front MacPherson struts w/stabilizer bar & fully independent rear four-link suspension w/coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers & stabilizer bar

  • Electro-mechanical variable assist pwr rack & pinion steering

  • Cross differential system (XDS)

  • Pwr front vented, rear solid disc brakes w/red calipers

  • Dual polished exhaust tips -inc

    sound generator

  • Electronic differential lock (EDL)

  • Suspension

  • Front Suspension Type

    MacPherson Strut

  • Rear Suspension Type

    Multi-Link

  • Front Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Rear Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)

    NA

  • Front Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    NA

  • Rear Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)

    NA

  • Towing

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Trailer Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Maximum Tongue Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)

    NA

  • Transmission

  • Transmission Order Code

    NA

  • Transmission Description

    Automatic w/manual shift

  • Number of Transmission Speeds

    6

  • First Gear Ratio (:1)

    3.46

  • Second Gear Ratio (:1)

    2.15

  • Third Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.46

  • Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.08

  • Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.09

  • Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

    0.92

  • Reverse Ratio (:1)

    3.98

  • Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

    4.06/3.14

  • Clutch Size

    NA

  • Vehicle

  • EPA Classification

    Compact Cars

  • Drivetrain

    Front Wheel Drive

  • Warranty

  • 3 Basic Years / 36,000 Basic Miles

  • 5 Drivetrain Years / 60,000 Drivetrain Miles

  • 12 Corrosion Years / Unlimited Corrosion Miles

  • 3 Roadside Assistance Years / 36,000 Roadside Assistance Miles

  • 3 Maintenance Years / 36,000 Maintenance Miles

  • Brakes

  • Brake Type

    Pwr

  • Anti-Lock-Braking System

    4-Wheel

  • Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    12.3 x 1.0

  • Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    11.3 x 0.5

  • Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)

    NA