2018 Volkswagen Golf S specs & colors
4dr Car
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MSRP
- 1.8T S Manual $20,910
- 1.8T S Auto $22,010
- 1.8T SE Manual $23,655
- 1.8T SE Auto $24,755
Key specs
Color options
Interior
Crema
Black / Blue
Packages
Specifications
EPA Classification | Compact Cars |
Front Wheel Size | 15 X 6 in |
Rear Wheel Size | 15 X 6 in |
Spare Wheel Size | Compact in |
Front Wheel Material | Aluminum |
Rear Wheel Material | Aluminum |
Spare Wheel Material | Steel |
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) | 480 |
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | 140 |
Engine Type | Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4 |
Displacement | 1.8 L/110 |
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 170 @ 4500 |
SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 184 @ 1600 |
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy | 34 MPG |
Cruising Range - City | 330.00 mi |
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City | 25 MPG |
Fuel Economy Est-Combined | 29 MPG |
Cruising Range - Hwy | 448.80 mi |
EPA MPG Equivalent - City | N/A |
EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy | N/A |
Estimated Battery Range | N/A mi |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive |
Trans Type | 5 |
Trans Description Cont. | Manual w/OD |
Trans Description Cont. Again | N/A |
First Gear Ratio (:1) | 3.78 |
Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 2.12 |
Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.27 |
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.86 |
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.66 |
Reverse Ratio (:1) | 3.60 |
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 3.39 |
Suspension Type - Front | Strut |
Suspension Type - Rear | Multi-Link |
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) | Strut |
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Multi-Link |
Brake Type | 4-Wheel Disc |
Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
Brake ABS System (Second Line) | N/A |
Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 11.3 in |
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 10.7 in |
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) | N/A |
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | 13.2 gal |
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | N/A gal |
Steering Type | Rack-Pinion |
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | N/A |
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | N/A |
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb | 35.8 ft |
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall | N/A ft |
Front Tire Size | P195/65HR15 |
Rear Tire Size | P195/65HR15 |
Spare Tire Size | Compact |
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | N/A lbs |
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | N/A lbs |
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | N/A lbs |
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | N/A lbs |
Base Curb Weight | 2963 lbs |
Passenger Capacity | 5 |
Passenger Volume | 93.5 ft³ |
Front Head Room | 38.4 in |
Front Leg Room | 41.2 in |
Front Shoulder Room | 55.9 in |
Front Hip Room | N/A in |
Second Head Room | 38.1 in |
Second Leg Room | 35.6 in |
Second Shoulder Room | 53.9 in |
Second Hip Room | N/A in |
Wheelbase | 103.8 in |
Length, Overall | 167.6 in |
Width, Max w/o mirrors | 70.8 in |
Height, Overall | 58.2 in |
Track Width, Front | 61 in |
Track Width, Rear | 59.8 in |
Min Ground Clearance | 5.4 in |
Liftover Height | N/A in |
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up | 17.4 ft³ |
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down | 53.7 ft³ |
Trunk Volume | N/A ft³ |
Audio Theft Deterrent | Standard |
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System | Standard |
Radio: Composition Color w/6.5" Touchscreen -inc: AM/FM, USB input, 8-speaker sound system, VW Car-Net app-connect smartphone integration and interface, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, MirrorLink and Bluetooth connectivity for compatible devices | Standard |
Integrated Roof Diversity Antenna | Standard |
1 LCD Monitor In The Front | Standard |
Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator | Standard |
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster | Standard |
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks | Standard |
Wheels w/Silver Accents | Standard |
Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Chrome Bumper Insert | Standard |
Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Chrome Bumper Insert | Standard |
Black Grille w/Chrome Accents | Standard |
Perimeter/Approach Lights | Standard |
LED Brakelights | Standard |
Auto On/Off Reflector Halogen Daytime Running Headlamps w/Delay-Off | Standard |
Light Tinted Glass | Standard |
Steel Spare Wheel | Standard |
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels | Standard |
Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers | Standard |
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo | Standard |
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access | Standard |
Wheels: 15" Lyon Alloy | Standard |
Tires: 15" AS | Standard |
Body-Colored Door Handles | Standard |
Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim | Standard |
6-Way Passenger Seat | Standard |
Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats | Standard |
Leather Gear Shifter Material | Standard |
Instrument Panel Covered Bin, Refrigerated/Cooled Box Located In The Glovebox, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins | Standard |
Compass | Standard |
6-Way Driver Seat | Standard |
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column | Standard |
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button | Standard |
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature | Standard |
Power Fuel Flap Locking Type | Standard |
Power Rear Windows | Standard |
Rigid Cargo Cover | Standard |
Outside Temp Gauge | Standard |
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access | Standard |
Cargo Space Lights | Standard |
Full Cloth Headliner | Standard |
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts | Standard |
Immobilizer III Immobilizer | Standard |
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents | Standard |
Cloth Seating Surfaces | Standard |
Manual Air Conditioning | Standard |
Cargo Area Concealed Storage | Standard |
Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down | Standard |
Seats w/Cloth Back Material | Standard |
Valet Function | Standard |
Front And Rear Map Lights | Standard |
Driver Information Center | Standard |
60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat | Standard |
Air Filtration | Standard |
Remote Releases -Inc: Power Fuel | Standard |
Illuminated Glove Box | Standard |
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting | Standard |
Rear Cupholder | Standard |
Carpet Floor Trim | Standard |
Day-Night Rearview Mirror | Standard |
Manual Anti-Whiplash Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints | Standard |
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination | Standard |
2 Seatback Storage Pockets | Standard |
Front Comfort Seats -inc: 6-way front seats, manual lumbar support and power recline | Standard |
Cloth Door Trim Insert | Standard |
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 3 12V DC Power Outlets | Standard |
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls | Standard |
Trip Computer | Standard |
3 12V DC Power Outlets | Standard |
Redundant Digital Speedometer | Standard |
Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest w/Pass-Thru | Standard |
Driver Foot Rest | Standard |
Front Cupholder | Standard |
Analog Appearance | Standard |
Leather Steering Wheel | Standard |
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer | Standard |
Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs | Standard |
3.39 Axle Ratio | Standard |
Front-Wheel Drive | Standard |
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers | Standard |
140 Amp Alternator | Standard |
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs | Standard |
13.2 Gal. Fuel Tank | Standard |
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust | Standard |
Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars | Standard |
60-Amp/Hr 480CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection | Standard |
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs and Brake Assist | Standard |
Engine: 1.8L TSI DOHC 16V Turbocharged 4-cyl -inc: direct fuel injection | Standard |
Security System Pre-Wiring | Standard |
Transmission: 5-Speed Manual w/Hill Hold Control | Standard |
Engine Oil Cooler | Standard |
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering | Standard |
Airbag Occupancy Sensor | Standard |
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags | Standard |
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners | Standard |
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | Standard |
Side Impact Beams | Standard |
Rear Child Safety Locks | Standard |
Side Curtain Protection Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags | Standard |
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags | Standard |
Back-Up Camera | Standard |
ABS And Driveline Traction Control | Standard |
Low Tire Pressure Warning | Standard |
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