2012 Volkswagen Golf Features And Specs

Year

Style, Configuration, Engine Options

Trim

Golf 2dr HB Auto Package Includes

  • Interior

  • 8-way cloth manual front sport seats -inc

    easy entry system, lumbar support, optimized head restraints

  • 60/40 split-folding rear seat -inc

    height adjustable head restraints

  • Center console w/front open storage compartment

  • 3-spoke tilt/telescoping steering wheel -inc

    theft-deterrent collapsible steering column, Blinker control stalk w/lane-change feature

  • Highline illuminated instrument cluster -inc

    compass, outside temperature display, trip computer, brake pad wear indicator

  • Air vents in instrument panel

  • Pwr windows w/driver side 1-touch feature -inc

    pinch protection

  • Remote pwr door locks -inc

    auto locking feature, center locking system

  • Cruise control

  • Remote keyless entry -inc

    rear hatch release & panic button

  • Anti-theft vehicle alarm system

  • Immobilizer III theft-deterrent system

  • Manual climatic A/C w/pollen filter

  • Electric rear window defroster

  • Soft opening lockable glovebox

  • (2) front cupholders

  • Metallic-appearance interior trim

  • (2) aux pwr outlets

  • Integrated armrest in front door panels

  • Front door storage pockets

  • Driver and front passenger illuminated visor vanity mirrors

  • Center dome light w/time delay -inc

    2 reading lights

  • Molded shift knob & break handle

  • Chrome button for parking brake lever

  • Molded door trim w/cloth inserts

  • Front seatback storage pockets

  • Luggage compartment light

  • Fully carpeted/lined luggage compartment

  • Rear cargo cover

  • Plastic loading edge protection

  • Emergency trunk release

  • Exterior

  • 15\ steel wheels w/wheel covers

  • P195/65R15 all-season tires -inc

    temporary spare tire

  • Body-colored front/rear bumpers

  • Body-colored trim molding

  • Black grille

  • Body-colored pwr heated side mirrors -inc

    integrated turn signals, joystick control

  • Adjustable intermittent front wipers

  • Rear wiper

  • Body-colored door handles

  • Non-smokers pkg -inc

    pwr outlet w/plug, storage receptacle w/insert

  • Entertainment

  • AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc

    (8) speakers, WMA compatible

  • Window diversity antenna

  • Auxiliary audio input

  • Engine

  • Engine Order Code

    NA

  • Engine Type and Required Fuel

    Gas I5

  • Displacement (liters/cubic inches)

    2.5L/151

  • Fuel System

    Electronic Fuel Injection

  • Maximum Horsepower @ RPM

    170 @ 5700

  • Maximum Torque @ RPM

    177 @ 4250

  • Cooling System Capacity (quarts)

    10.0

  • Electrical

  • Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F

    NA

  • Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

    140

  • Safety

  • Electronic brake-force distribution (EBD)

  • Electronic differential lock (EDL)

  • Electronic stability control (ESC)

  • Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)

  • Engine braking assist (EBA)

  • Anti-slip regulation (ASR)

  • Anti-intrusion side door beams

  • Crash-optimized front end

  • Daytime running lights

  • Intelligent crash response system (ICRS)

  • Dual front airbags

  • Driver/front passenger side thorax airbags

  • Front/rear side curtain airbags -inc

    buckle switch

  • Emergency locking retractors

  • Height-adjustable front 3-point safety belt -inc

    pre-tensioners w/load limiters

  • Rear 3-point safety belts -inc

    interlock feature

  • LATCH child restraint system

  • Tire pressure monitoring system

  • Dual tone horn

  • Steering

  • Steering Type

    Pwr Rack & Pinion

  • Steering Ratio (:1)

    NA

  • Turns, lock to lock

    NA

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

    35.7

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

    NA

  • Mechanical

  • 2.5L DOHC 20-valve SMPI I5 engine

  • 6-speed automatic transmission w/Tiptronic

  • Front wheel drive

  • Hard shell battery box protection

  • Independent front MacPherson struts w/stabilizer bar

  • 4-link independent rear suspension -inc

    coil springs, telescopic shock absorbers, stabilizer bar

  • Electromechanical variable-assist pwr steering

  • Pwr-assisted front vented disc brakes w/rear solid disc brakes -inc

    4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes (ABS)

  • Dual exhaust tips

  • Suspension

  • Front Suspension Type

    MacPherson Strut

  • Rear Suspension Type

    4-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)

    4.04

  • Second Gear Ratio (:1)

    2.37

  • Third Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.56

  • Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

    1.16

  • Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

    0.85

  • Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

    0.67

  • Reverse Ratio (:1)

    3.19

  • Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

    3.89

  • Clutch Size

    NA

  • Vehicle

  • EPA Classification

    Compact

  • 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)

    11.3 x 1.0

  • Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)

    10.2 x 0.5

  • Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)

    NA