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2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI SE specs & colors

$31,570
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2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI SE

Showing the 2018 Volkswagen Golf GTI 2.0T SE DSG

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Key specs

Color options

Interior

Red

Black / Copper

Packages

$99

Starting MSRP

  • First Aid Kit
  • Basic first aid kit for addressing minor injuries
  • Roadside Assistance Kit

Combination Assistance Kit

$695

Starting MSRP

Specifications

EPA Classification Compact Cars
Spare Wheel Size Compact in
Spare Wheel Material Steel
Front Wheel Material Aluminum
Front Wheel Size 18 X 7.5 in
Rear Wheel Size 18 X 7.5 in
Rear Wheel Material Aluminum
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) 480
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) 140
Displacement 2.0 L/121
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 220 @ 4700
Engine Type Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 258 @ 1500
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy 32 MPG
EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy N/A
Cruising Range - City 316.80 mi
EPA MPG Equivalent - City N/A
Cruising Range - Hwy 422.40 mi
Fuel Economy Est-Combined 27 MPG
Estimated Battery Range N/A mi
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City 24 MPG
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.26
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
First Gear Ratio (:1) 2.92
Trans Type 6
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.80
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.14
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 1.79
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 4.77
Trans Description Cont. Again N/A
Trans Description Cont. Auto-Shift Manual w/OD
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.78
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.64
Suspension Type - Front Strut
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear Multi-Link
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) N/A
Brake ABS System (Second Line) N/A
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 12.2 in
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness 13.4 in
Brake Type 4-Wheel Disc
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx N/A gal
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx 13.2 gal
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall N/A ft
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) N/A
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall N/A
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb 35.8 ft
Steering Type Rack-Pinion
Spare Tire Size Compact
Rear Tire Size P225/40HR18
Front Tire Size P225/40HR18
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. N/A lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. N/A lbs
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. N/A lbs
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. N/A lbs
Base Curb Weight 3128 lbs
Front Head Room 38.4 in
Front Leg Room 41.2 in
Front Hip Room N/A in
Front Shoulder Room 55.9 in
Second Leg Room 35.6 in
Trunk Volume N/A ft³
Min Ground Clearance 5.1 in
Second Head Room 38.1 in
Height, Overall 57.8 in
Second Hip Room N/A in
Passenger Capacity 5
Second Shoulder Room 53.9 in
Track Width, Front 60.6 in
Width, Max w/o mirrors 70.8 in
Length, Overall 168 in
Track Width, Rear 59.7 in
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down 53.7 ft³
Wheelbase 103.6 in
Liftover Height N/A in
Passenger Volume 93.5 ft³
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up 17.4 ft³
1 LCD Monitor In The Front Standard
Radio: Composition Media w/8" Touchscreen -inc: AM/FM/HD and CD player w/USB input, aux-in and voice control, 8-speaker sound system, VW Car-Net app-connect smartphone integration and interface (w/Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and MirrorLink), VW Car-Net security and service connected car service (w/limited subscription), Bluetooth connectivity w/audio streaming for compatible devices and SiriusXM satellite radio (w/limited-time trial subscription) Optional
Audio Theft Deterrent Standard
Integrated Roof Diversity Antenna Standard
Radio w/Seek-Scan, MP3 Player, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls, Voice Activation and Radio Data System Optional
Front Fog Lamps Standard
Body-Colored Front Bumper Standard
Body-Colored Rear Bumper Standard
Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim Standard
Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding and Turn Signal Indicator Standard
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access Standard
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Auto-Leveling Directionally Adaptive Headlamps w/Delay-Off Optional
Cornering Lights Optional
Steel Spare Wheel Standard
Lip Spoiler Standard
Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st Row Sunroof w/Sunshade Optional
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks Standard
Fixed Rear Window w/Fixed Interval Wiper and Defroster Standard
Compact Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo Standard
Black Grille Standard
Perimeter/Approach Lights Standard
Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets Standard
Body-Colored Door Handles Standard
Tires: 18" All-Season Standard
Wheels w/Machined w/Painted Accents Accents Standard
Wheels: 18" Dallas Alloy Optional
LED Brakelights Standard
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels Standard
Light Tinted Glass Standard
Seats w/Cloth Back Material Standard
Sport Leather Steering Wheel Standard
Remote Releases -Inc: Power Fuel Standard
Manual Air Conditioning Standard
Carpet Floor Trim Standard
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts Standard
Power Fuel Flap Locking Type Standard
Leather/Aluminum Gear Shifter Material Standard
6-Way Passenger Seat Standard
Compass Standard
Front Cupholder Standard
Cargo Area Concealed Storage Standard
Manual Anti-Whiplash Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints Standard
Instrument Panel Covered Bin, Refrigerated/Cooled Box Located In The Glovebox, Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins Standard
Rear Cupholder Standard
Interior Trim -inc: Piano Black Instrument Panel Insert, Piano Black Door Panel Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents Standard
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls Standard
Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats Standard
Rigid Cargo Cover Standard
Heated Top Sport Front Seats -inc: power reclining, manually adjustable front seats, manual lumbar support and height adjustment Standard
Cloth Seating Surfaces -inc: Clark Plaid inserts Standard
Power Rear Windows Standard
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start Optional
Trip Computer Standard
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting Standard
Cargo Space Lights Standard
Driver Foot Rest Standard
Front And Rear Map Lights Standard
3 12V DC Power Outlets Standard
Air Filtration Standard
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button Standard
Outside Temp Gauge Standard
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column Standard
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination Standard
Analog Appearance Standard
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 3 12V DC Power Outlets Standard
6-Way Driver Seat Standard
Redundant Digital Speedometer Standard
Day-Night Rearview Mirror Standard
Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down Standard
Immobilizer III Immobilizer Standard
Valet Function Standard
2 Seatback Storage Pockets Standard
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access Optional
Cloth Door Trim Insert Standard
Full Cloth Headliner Standard
Driver Information Center Standard
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature Standard
Illuminated Glove Box Standard
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer Standard
60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat Standard
Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest w/Pass-Thru Standard
Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust w/Chrome Tailpipe Finisher Standard
Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars Standard
Security System Pre-Wiring Standard
Engine: 2.0L TSI I-4 DOHC 16-Valve Turbocharged -inc: direct fuel injection Standard
Electro-Mechanical Limited Slip Differential Optional
60-Amp/Hr 480CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection Standard
13.2 Gal. Fuel Tank Standard
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs and Brake Assist Optional
Front-Wheel Drive Standard
Engine Oil Cooler Standard
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs Standard
Transmission: 6-Speed DSG Automatic w/Tiptronic -inc: hill hold control Optional
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers Standard
Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs Standard
4.77 Axle Ratio Optional
Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature Optional
Sport Tuned Suspension Standard
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering Standard
140 Amp Alternator Standard
Low Tire Pressure Warning Standard
Rear Child Safety Locks Standard
ABS And Driveline Traction Control Standard
Side Impact Beams Standard
Airbag Occupancy Sensor Standard
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Standard
Collision Mitigation-Front Optional
Front Assist w/Autonomous Emergency Braking Optional
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags Standard
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners Standard
Side Curtain Protection Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags Standard
Back-Up Camera Standard
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags Standard
Collision Mitigation-Rear Optional
Blind Spot Monitor Blind Spot Optional

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