Used 2012 Volkswagen Golf 2.5L Hatchback 2D
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 2967 lbs. | ||
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EPA Passenger | 92.9 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.3 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.2 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Minimum Ground Clearance | 5.4 inches | ||
Overall Length | 165.4 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 54.7 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 15.2 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 35.7 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 101.5 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 70.3 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
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Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 2 doors | ||
Privacy Glass | Available | ||
Rear Spoiler | Available |
Fuel Economy
City | 23 mpg | ||
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Highway | 33 mpg | ||
Combined | 26 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
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Transmission Type | Manual | ||
5 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular | ||
Hill Start Assist | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 170 @ 5700 RPM | ||
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Torque | 177 @ 4250 rpm | ||
Engine | 5-Cyl, 2.5 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
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Powertrain | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 12 years / Unlimited miles |
2012 Volkswagen Golf 2.5L Hatchback 2D Standard Features
2012 Volkswagen Golf
KBB.com Review
Kbb.com Expert Rating
If you enjoy intelligent design, efficient operation, careful build quality and artful execution, the 2012 Volkswagen Golf should fit a wide range of transportation needs. Although not as entertaining as the turbocharged GTI derivative, both the 2.5-liter in-line five and 2.0-liter TDI have prodigious torque along with competitive efficiency. The GTI provides expressive performance within a practical footprint, while the new Golf R is almost explosive in its capability. The Golf design has proven timeless, boding well for long-term enjoyment and a reasonable return on investment.
At one point those shopping for a 3-door or 5-door hatch had little beyond Volkswagen from which to choose. Lately, there’s been an entire catalog of new entries, from manufacturers as diverse as Ford (Focus) and Hyundai (Elantra). With an abundance of choices you may find something elsewhere closer to your needs and/or budget.
2012 Volkswagen Golf
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2012 Volkswagen Golf 2.5L Hatchback 2D Safety
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Compare to Similar Vehicles
 Used 2012 Volkswagen Golf 2.5L Hatchback 2D |  Used 2014 Honda Insight |  Used 2016 Chevrolet Spark |  Used 2013 MINI Countryman | ||
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| Price | $7,900 | $7,575 | $6,925 | $6,975 | |
| KBB.com Rating | 3.8 | 3.2 | 3.9 | 3.6 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.7 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.1 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 23/Hwy 33/Comb 26 MPG | City 41/Hwy 44/Comb 42 MPG | City 31/Hwy 41/Comb 35 MPG | City 25/Hwy 32/Comb 28 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Hybrid | Gas | Gas | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 4 years or 50000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 170 @ 5700 RPM | 98 @ 5800 RPM | 98 HP | 181 @ 5500 RPM | |
| Engine | 5-Cyl, 2.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, VTEC, 1.3L | 4-Cyl, ECOTEC, 1.4L | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.6 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |