Used 2012 Volkswagen Golf 2.5L Specs & Features

Starting MSRP

$17,995

Overview

Gas Engine

Combined MPG	26 MPG
Drive Type	front wheel drive
Total Seating	5
Cargo Capacity	15.0 cu.ft.
Curb Weight	2,967 lbs.
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Country of final assembly	Germany

Fuel & MPG

Fuel type	Regular unleaded
EPA city/highway MPG	23/33 MPG
EPA combined MPG	26 MPG

Range in miles (city/hwy)	333.5/478.5 mi.
Fuel tank capacity	14.5 gal.

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Engine

Base engine size	2.5 L
Cylinders	Inline 5
Base engine type	Gas

Horsepower	170 hp @ 5,700 rpm
Torque	177 lb-ft @ 4,250 rpm
Valves	20
Cam type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Drivetrain

Transmission	5-speed manual
Drive type	Front wheel drive

Suspension

Four-wheel independent suspension	Standard
MacPherson strut front suspension	Standard
Front and rear stabilizer bar	Standard

Multi-link rear suspension	Standard

Dimensions

Length	165.4 in.
Overall width without mirrors	70.3 in.
Height	58.3 in.

Wheelbase	101.5 in.
Front track	60.7 in.
Rear track	59.6 in.
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	15.0 cu.ft.
Manufacturer 0-60 mph acceleration time	7.8 seconds
Turning circle	35.7 ft.
Ground clearance	5.4 in.
Drag Coefficient	0.32 Cd.
Curb weight	2,967 lbs.
Gross weight	4,234 lbs.
Country of final assembly	Germany

Colors

Exterior Colors	Reflex Silver Metallic Black United Gray Metallic Candy White Tornado Red Blue Graphite Metallic Shark Blue Metallic
Interior Colors	Titan Black, cloth

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room	39.3 in.
Front leg room	41.2 in.
Front shoulder room	54.7 in.

Cloth	Standard
Sport front seats	Standard
6-way manual driver seat adjustments	Standard
Height adjustable driver seat	Standard
Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support	Standard
6-way manual passenger seat adjustment	Standard
Height adjustable passenger seat	Standard
Passenger seat with manual adjustable lumbar support	Standard

Rear Seat Dimensions

Rear head room	38.5 in.
Rear leg room	35.5 in.
Rear shoulder room	52.8 in.

Split-folding rear seatback	Standard
Folding with storage and pass-thru center armrest	Standard

Safety

Post-collision safety system	Standard
Dual front side-mounted airbags	Standard
Front and rear head airbags	Standard

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation	Standard
Stability control	Standard
Traction control	Standard
Child seat anchors	Standard
4-wheel ABS	Standard
Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes	Standard
Emergency braking assist	Standard
Electronic brakeforce distribution	Standard
Tire pressure monitoring	Standard
Daytime running lights	Standard
Turn signal mirrors	Standard
2 front headrests	Standard
Front multi-adjustable headrests	Standard
Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system	Standard
3 rear headrests	Standard
Rear height adjustable headrests	Standard
Rear center 3-point belt	Standard
Front seatbelt pretensioners	Standard
Remote anti-theft alarm system	Standard
Engine immobilizer	Standard

In-Car Entertainment

AM/FM stereo	Standard
8 total speakers	Standard
Auxiliary audio input	Standard

Diversity antenna	Standard

Power Feature

2 one-touch power windows	Standard
Remote keyless power door locks	Standard
Power mirrors	Standard

Heated mirrors	Standard

Comfort & Convenience

Tilt and telescopic steering wheel	Standard
Electric power steering	Standard
12V cargo area power outlet(s)	Standard

Cruise control	Standard
Front and rear cupholders	Standard
Front door pockets	Standard
Overhead console with storage	Standard
Front seatback storage	Standard
Remote trunk release	Standard
Manual rear seat easy entry	Standard
Single zone front air conditioning	Standard
Interior air filtration	Standard
Dual vanity mirrors	Standard
Turn signal in mirrors	Standard
Cooled storage compartment	Standard
Cargo area light	Standard
Simulated alloy trim on dash	Standard
Simulated alloy trim on center console	Standard
Simulated alloy trim on doors	Standard
Front reading lights	Standard

Instrumentation

Trip computer	Standard
Compass	Standard
External temperature display	Standard

Tachometer	Standard
Clock	Standard
Low fuel level warning	Standard

Tires & Wheels

Steel wheels	Standard
Full wheel covers	Standard
15 x 6.0 in. wheels	Standard

All season tires	Standard
195/65R H tires	Standard
Steel spare wheel	Standard
Temporary spare tire	Standard
Inside mounted spare tire	Standard

Warranty

Basic	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Drivetrain	5 yr./ 60,000 mi.
Rust	12 yr./ unlimited mi.

Roadside assistance	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Free maintenance	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.

Interior Options

Golf Mat Kit	+$235
First Aid Kit	+$35
Golf Carpeted Mat Kit	+$235

Golf Protection Kit	+$430

Exterior Options

Sport Goal Gray Wheels	+$1,325
Sport Goal Silver Wheels	+$1,325
Golf Roof Edge Spoiler	+$499

Sport Alloy Black Wheels	+$2,199
Golf Splash Guards	+$220
Golf Ground Effects Kit	+$1,950

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Used 2012 Volkswagen Golf 2.5L - Specs & Features