Compare 2012 Volkswagen Golf - Details
Pricing | |||
MSRP | $17,995 | $17,995 | $17,805 |
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Invoice | $17,275 | $17,275 | $16,559 |
Destination | $770 | $770 | $790 |
Interior Edit | |||
Air Conditioning, Front | Climatic Manual | Manual | |
Air Filter | Standard | Standard | |
Underseat Ducts | Standard | N/A | |
Cargo Concealed Storage | Standard | N/A | |
Cargo Net | N/A | Optional | |
Cargo Tie Downs | Standard | N/A | |
Clock | In-dash | In-dash | |
Compass | Standard | N/A | |
Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | |
Cupholders | Front And Rear | Front | |
Gear Shift Knob Trim | Urethane | Metal-look | |
12V DC Power Outlet | 2 | 1 | |
Overhead Console | Mini With Storage | N/A | |
Floor Console | Full | Full | |
Floor Mats | Rubber Front And Rear | Carpeted Front And Rear | |
Front Windows | Power | Power | |
Rear Windows | Fixed | Fixed | |
1-touch Window Up | Driver And Passenger | Driver | |
1-touch Window Down | Driver And Passenger | Driver | |
Instrumentation | Analog | Digital/analog | |
Driver Information Centre | Standard | Standard | |
Tachometer | Standard | Standard | |
Trip Computer | Standard | Standard | |
Water Temp Gauge | Standard | N/A | |
Low Fuel Warning | Standard | Standard | |
Service Interval Warning | Standard | Standard | |
Exterior Temperature Display | Standard | N/A | |
Lighting - Glovebox | Standard | N/A | |
Lighting - Map Lights | N/A | Front | |
Lighting - Dome Light | Fade | Fade | |
Lighting - Cargo Light | Standard | Standard | |
Rear Window Defogger | Standard | Standard | |
Rear View Mirror | Day-night | Day-night | |
Mirrors - Visor Vanity Mirrors | Driver And Passenger | Driver And Passenger | |
Fuel Door Release | N/A | Mechanical | |
Remote Trunk Release | N/A | Mechanical | |
Retained Accessory Power | Standard | Standard | |
Seatback Storage Pockets | 2 | N/A | |
Tilt-Wheel Adjustable Steering Column | Standard | Standard | |
Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | Urethane | |
Seats Edit | |||
Front Seat Type | Sport Bucket | Bucket | |
Standard Seating | 5 Passengers | 5 Passengers | |
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 6-way | |
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 6-way | 4-way | |
Lumbar Support | Driver And Passenger | N/A | |
Front Armrests | Center | Center | |
Front Head Restraints | Adjustable | Adjustable | |
Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback | N/A | |
Rear Seats | 60-40 Bench | Full Bench | |
Rear Armrest | With Pass-thru | N/A | |
Rear Head Restraints | 3 - Adjustable | 3 - Adjustable | |
Seat Trim | Cloth | Cloth | |
Entertainment Edit | |||
Radio | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | AM/FM Stereo, Seek-scan | |
CD Player | In-dash Mounted Single | In-dash Mounted Single | |
MP3 Capability | Standard | Standard | |
Auxiliary Input Jack | Standard | Standard | |
Steering Wheel Audio Controls | N/A | Standard | |
Speakers | 8 | 6 | |
Speed-Sensitive Volume | Standard | Standard | |
1st Row LCD Screen | 1 | 1 | |
Bluetooth Compatibility | Optional | N/A | |
Safety and Security Edit | |||
Airbags, Frontal | Driver And Front Passenger | Driver And Front Passenger | |
Airbags, Side Impact | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | Seat Mounted, Driver And Passenger | |
Airbags, Side Curtain | Side Curtain Protection | Curtain 1st And 2nd Row | |
Occupancy Sensor | Standard | Standard | |
Traction Control | ABS And Driveline | ABS And Driveline | |
Height Adjustable Seatbelts | Front | N/A | |
Seatbelt Pre-tensioners | Front | Front | |
Headlights | Halogen | Halogen | |
Exterior Light Control | N/A | Auto Off | |
Delay-off Headlamps | N/A | Standard | |
Daytime Running Lights | Standard | Standard | |
Illuminated Entry | Standard | Standard | |
Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) | Keyfob (all Doors) | |
Panic Alarm | Standard | Standard | |
Door Locks | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | Power With 2 Stage Unlock | |
Content Theft Deterrent Alarm System | Standard | Standard | |
Ignition Disable | Immobilizer III | Standard | |
First Aid Kit | Optional | Optional | |
Theft Deterrent Radio | Optional | Standard | |
Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard | Standard | |
Overview | |||
Warranty Overview | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (144 Month/unlimited Mileage), Roadside Assistance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Maintenance (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | Basic (36 Month/36,000 Mileage), Powertrain (60 Month/60,000 Mileage), Corrosion Perforation (60 Month/unlimited Mileage), Accessories (36 Month/36,000 Mileage) | |
Warranty Edit | |||
Warranty - Basic | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | |
Warrranty - Powertrain | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | 60 Months/60,000 Miles | |
Warranty - Corrosion Perforation | 144 Months/unlimited Miles | 60 Months/unlimited Miles | |
Warranty - Roadside Assistance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | N/A | |
Warranty - Maintenance | 36 Months/36,000 Miles | N/A | |
Exterior Edit | |||
Antenna | Window Grid | Window Grid | |
Body Material | Fully Galvanized Steel | Fully Galvanized Steel | |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone | Clearcoat Monotone | |
Bodyside Mouldings | N/A | Body-colored | |
Grille Trim | Black | Black | |
Fog/driving Lights | N/A | Front | |
Door Count | 2 Doors | 2 Doors | |
Rear Cargo Door | Liftgate | Trunk | |
Tinted Windows | Light | Light | |
Rear Window Type | Fixed | Fixed | |
Mirrors | Dual Power Remote | Dual Power Remote | |
Heated Door Mirrors | Standard | N/A | |
Sunroof | 1st Row Regular Express Open/close Sliding And Tilting Glass | N/A | |
Spoiler | Lip | N/A | |
Front Tires | P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS | P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS | |
Wheels | 15" Steel | 15" Steel | |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Steel | Compact Steel | |
Windshield Wipers - Front | Variable Intermittent | Fixed Interval | |
Rear Window Wipers | Fixed Interval | N/A | |
Mud Flaps | Optional | Optional | |
Mechanical Edit | |||
Engine | 2.5L I-5 | 1.8L I-4 | |
Engine - Valvetrain | DOHC | SOHC | |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc | Front Disc/rear Drum | |
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | |
Brake Assist | Standard | Standard | |
Drive Type | Front-wheel | Front-wheel | |
Engine Block Heater | N/A | Optional | |
Exhaust | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | |
Steering | Rack And Pinion | Rack And Pinion | |
Speed Sensitive Steering | Standard | Standard | |
Suspension Tuning | Regular | Regular | |
Front Suspension Type | Strut | Strut | |
Front Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | |
Front Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | |
Front Springs | Coil | Coil | |
Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link | Multi-link | |
Rear Anti-roll Bar | Standard | Standard | |
Rear Shocks | Gas-pressurized | Gas-pressurized | |
Rear Springs | Coil | Coil | |
Electronic Stability System | Standard | VSA | |
Sequential Shift Control | Tiptronic | N/A | |
Transmission | 5-spd Man W/OD | 5-spd Man W/OD | |
Axle Ratio | 3.65 | 4.29 | |
Remote Vehicle Starting System | N/A | Optional | |
Specifications Edit | |||
Exterior Length | 165.4 " | 175.5 " | |
Exterior Body Width | 70.3 " | 69.0 " | |
Exterior Height | 58.3 " | 55.0 " | |
Engine | 2.5L I-5 | 1.8L I-4 | |
Horsepower | 170 @ 5,700 Rpm | 140 @ 6,500 Rpm | |
Torque | 177 @ 4,250 Rpm | 128 @ 4,300 Rpm | |
SAEJ1349 AUG2004 Compliant | N/A | Standard | |
Fuel Economy - City | 23 Mpg | 28 Mpg | |
Fuel Economy - Highway | 33 Mpg | 36 Mpg | |
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | 7.4 Seconds | 7.8 Seconds | |
1/4 Mile Time | 16.0 Seconds | 16.0 Seconds | |
1/4 Mile Speed | 87 Mph | 90 Mph | |
Lateral Acceleration (g) | .8 | .8 | |
Slalom Speed | 59 Mph | 61 Mph | |
Bore-and-Stroke | 3.25/3.64 " | 3.19/3.44 " | |
Curb Weight | 2,968 Lbs. | 2,617 Lbs. | |
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) | 4,234 Lbs. | N/A | |
Payload | 1,089 Lbs. | N/A | |
Wheelbase | 101.5 " | 103.2 " | |
Front Track | 60.7 " | 59.0 " | |
Rear Track | 59.6 " | 59.9 " | |
Turning Radius | 17.9 '' | 17.7 '' | |
Drag Coefficient | .32 | N/A | |
Front Legroom | 41.2 " | 42.2 " | |
Rear Legroom | 35.5 " | 30.8 " | |
Front Headroom | 39.3 " | 38.1 " | |
Rear Headroom | 38.5 " | 34.3 " | |
Front Hip Room | N/A | 53.2 " | |
Rear Hip Room | N/A | 49.0 " | |
Front Shoulder Room | 54.7 " | 55.1 " | |
Rear Shoulder Room | 52.8 " | 52.2 " | |
Luggage Volume | 15.1 Cu.ft. | 11.7 Cu.ft. | |
Luggage Volume (max) | 46.0 Cu.ft. | 11.7 Cu.ft. | |
Passenger Volume | 93 Cu.ft. | 83 Cu.ft. | |
Fuel Tank | 14.5 Gal. | 13.2 Gal. | |
Cost To Own | |||
NHTSA Frontal Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
Passenger's | N/A | N/A | 4 |
Overall | N/A | N/A | 4 |
Overall Side | N/A | N/A | 4 |
Side Barrier Rating Driver | N/A | N/A | 3 |
Driver's | N/A | N/A | 5 |
Side - Pole | N/A | N/A | 5 |
Side - Pole Barrier combined (REAR) | N/A | N/A | 4 |
Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat | N/A | N/A | 4 |
Side - Barrier | N/A | N/A | 4 |
Side - Pole Barrier combined (FRONT) | N/A | N/A | 4 |
Overall Rollover Rating | 4 | 4 | 4 |
Overall Front | N/A | N/A | 4 |
IIHS Frontal Offset Crash Test Ratings Edit | |||
Overall Rear | good | good | good |
Chest | good | good | good |
Driver Torso | good | good | good |
Rear Passenger Head Protection | good | good | good |
Rear Passenger Head and Neck | good | good | good |
Structure/safety cage | good | good | good |
Rear Passenger Torso | good | good | good |
Rear Passenger Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
Driver Head and Neck | good | good | good |
Overall Front | good | good | good |
Overall Side | good | good | good |
Left Leg/Foot | good | good | good |
Roof Strength | good | good | good |
Driver Head Protection | good | good | good |
Seat Head/Restraint Geometry | good | good | good |
Restraints | good | good | good |
Driver Pelvis/Leg | good | good | good |
Right Leg/Foot | marginal | marginal | good |
Head/Neck | good | good | good |
Dynamic Rating | good | good | good |