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Compare 2013 Volkswagen Golf specifications by trim levels

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Golf is a 5-seat Hatchback from Volkswagen, which first hit the market back in 1999.

With the price tag ranging from $18,095 to $25,200, the Volkswagen Golf faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Cobalt, Dodge Dart.

Overview

Wheels

Bulb Size

The Volkswagen Golf has a maximum towing capacity of 2500 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Volkswagen Golf boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 31 to 42 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 70.30mm x 165.40mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2013 Volkswagen Golf

  • Fuel Tank: 14.5 gal

  • Wheelbase: 101.5 in

  • MPG: 23 city/33 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 7.8 sec

  • Towing capacity: 2500 lbs

  • Curb: 2968 lbs

  • Tires: P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 15.2 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 165.4 x 70.3 x 58.2



2013 Volkswagen Golf Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Volkswagen Golf is offered in 4 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Volkswagen Golf safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Volkswagen Golf specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Hatchback

    • Doors 2

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 140 hp @ 4000 –
      170 hp @ 5700

    • Torque 177 lb-ft. –
      236 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 7.8 - 8.3 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 16.4 - 16.5 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 165.4 in

    • Width 70.3 in

    • Height 58.2 in

    • Wheelbase 101.5 in

    • Curb Weight 2968 lbs

    • GVWR 4234 lbs

    • Towing capacity 2500 lbs

    • Turning radius 17.9 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 93

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 14.5 gal

    • City 23 - 30 mpg

    • Combined 28 - 37 mpg

    • Highway 31 - 42 mpg

    • Highway range 449.5 - 609 mi



Specifications

2.5L 2-Door 2dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.0L TDI 2-Door 2dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.5L 4-Door 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.0L TDI 4-Door 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
Exterior length
165.40 in 165.40 in 165.40 in 165.40 in
Exterior body width
70.30 in 70.30 in 70.30 in 70.30 in
Exterior height
58.20 in 58.20 in 58.20 in 58.20 in
Horsepower
170 140 170 140
Torque
177 236 177 236
Fuel economy - city
23 mpg 30 mpg 24 mpg 30 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
33 mpg 42 mpg 31 mpg 42 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
7.80 seconds 8.30 seconds 7.90 seconds 8.30 seconds
1/4 mile time
16.40 seconds 16.50 seconds 16.50 seconds 16.50 seconds
1/4 mile speed
86 mph 79 mph 85 mph 79 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.80 0.90 0.80 0.90
Slalom speed
59 mph 62 mph 59 mph 62 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.25/3.65 " 3.19/3.76 " 3.25/3.65 " 3.19/3.76 "
Curb weight
2968.00 lbs 2994.00 lbs 3102.00 lbs 3074.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
4234.00 lbs 4256.00 lbs 4278.00 lbs 4256.00 lbs
Wheelbase
101.50 in 101.50 in 101.50 in 101.50 in
Front track
60.70 " 60.70 " 60.70 " 60.70 "
Rear track
59.60 " 59.60 " 59.60 " 59.60 "
Turning radius
17.90 17.90 17.90 17.90
Front legroom
41.20 in 41.20 in 41.20 in 41.20 in
Rear legroom
35.50 in 35.50 in 35.50 in 35.50 in
Front headroom
39.30 in 39.30 in 39.30 in 39.30 in
Rear headroom
38.50 in 38.50 in 38.50 in 38.50 in
Front shoulder room
54.50 in 54.50 in 54.70 in 54.70 in
Rear shoulder room
53.60 in 53.60 in 52.80 in 52.80 in
Luggage volume
15.20 cu.ft. 15.20 cu.ft. 15.20 cu.ft. 15.20 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
46.00 cu.ft. 46.00 cu.ft. 46.00 cu.ft. 46.00 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
93 cu.ft. 93 cu.ft. 93 cu.ft. 93 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
14.50 gal. 14.50 gal. 14.50 gal. 14.50 gal.
Payload
1089 lbs. 1100 lbs. 999 lbs. 1021 lbs.
Drag coefficient
0.32 0.32 0.32 0.32

Interior Features

2.5L 2-Door 2dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.0L TDI 2-Door 2dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.5L 4-Door 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.0L TDI 4-Door 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
12V DC power outlet
2 2 2 2
Seatback storage pockets
2 2 2 2

Exterior Features

2.5L 2-Door 2dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.0L TDI 2-Door 2dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.5L 4-Door 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.0L TDI 4-Door 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
Door count
2 doors 2 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Sunroof
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass
Front tires
P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS P225/45HR17.0 BSW performance AS P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS P225/45HR17.0 BSW performance AS
Wheels
15" steel 17" silver aluminum 15" steel 17" silver aluminum

Seats

2.5L 2-Door 2dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.0L TDI 2-Door 2dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.5L 4-Door 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.0L TDI 4-Door 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
Standard seating
5 5 5 5

Entertainment System

2.5L 2-Door 2dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.0L TDI 2-Door 2dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.5L 4-Door 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.0L TDI 4-Door 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
Speakers
8 8 8 8
1st row LCD screen
1 1 1 1

Safety and Security Features

2.5L 2-Door 2dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.0L TDI 2-Door 2dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.5L 4-Door 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.0L TDI 4-Door 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

Mechanical Features

2.5L 2-Door 2dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.0L TDI 2-Door 2dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.5L 4-Door 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.0L TDI 4-Door 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
Axle ratio
3.39 3.45 3.87 3.45

Other Specs

2.5L 2-Door 2dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.0L TDI 2-Door 2dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.5L 4-Door 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback

2.0L TDI 4-Door 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback
Maximum towing capacity
2500 lbs. 2500 lbs. 2500 lbs. 2500 lbs.