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Compare 2012 Volkswagen GTI specifications by trim levels

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

With the price tag ranging from $23,995 to $30,595, the Volkswagen GTI faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Acura RSX, BMW 128, Dodge Dart, FIAT 500c.

Overview

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Bulb Size

The Volkswagen GTI has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Volkswagen GTI boasts the average fuel economy anywhere of 31 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 70.00mm x 165.80mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2012 Volkswagen GTI

  • Fuel Tank: 14.5 gal

  • Wheelbase: 101.5 in

  • MPG: 21 city/31 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 6.4 sec

  • Towing capacity: 1000 lbs

  • Curb: 3034 lbs

  • Tires: P225/40HR18.0 BSW performance AS

  • Cargo: 15.1 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 165.8 x 70 x 57.8



2012 Volkswagen GTI Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Volkswagen GTI 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 GTI safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

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

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Hatchback

    • Doors 2

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 200 hp @ 5100

    • Torque 207 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 5.9 - 6.4 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 14.3 - 14.6 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 165.8 in

    • Width 70 in

    • Height 57.8 in

    • Wheelbase 101.5 in

    • Curb Weight 3034 lbs

    • GVWR 4256 lbs

    • Towing capacity 1000 lbs

    • Turning radius 17.9 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 93

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 14.5 gal

    • City 21 mpg

    • Combined 27 mpg

    • Highway 31 mpg

    • Highway range 449.5 mi



Specifications

2-Door 2dr Hatchback

2-Door Autobahn 2dr Hatchback

4-Door 4dr Hatchback

4-Door Autobahn 4dr Hatchback
Exterior length
165.80 in 165.80 in 165.80 in 165.80 in
Exterior body width
70.00 in 70.00 in 70.00 in 70.00 in
Exterior height
57.80 in 57.80 in 57.80 in 57.80 in
Horsepower
200 200 200 200
Torque
207 207 207 207
Fuel economy - city
21 mpg 21 mpg 21 mpg 21 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
31 mpg 31 mpg 31 mpg 31 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
6.40 seconds 5.90 seconds 6.40 seconds 6.40 seconds
1/4 mile time
14.60 seconds 14.30 seconds 14.60 seconds 14.60 seconds
1/4 mile speed
89 mph 90 mph 88 mph 88 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.90 0.90 0.90 0.90
Slalom speed
62 mph 62 mph 62 mph 62 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.25/3.65 " 3.25/3.65 " 3.25/3.65 " 3.25/3.65 "
Curb weight
3034.00 lbs 3034.00 lbs 3113.00 lbs 3113.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
4256.00 lbs 4256.00 lbs 4256.00 lbs 4256.00 lbs
Wheelbase
101.50 in 101.50 in 101.50 in 101.50 in
Front track
60.40 " 60.40 " 60.40 " 60.40 "
Rear track
59.70 " 59.70 " 59.70 " 59.70 "
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
54.70 in 54.70 in 54.70 in 54.70 in
Rear shoulder room
54.60 in 54.60 in 54.60 in 54.60 in
Luggage volume
15.10 cu.ft. 15.10 cu.ft. 14.70 cu.ft. 14.70 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
1076 lbs. 1076 lbs. 997 lbs. 997 lbs.
Drag coefficient
0.32 0.32 0.32 0.32

Interior Features

2-Door 2dr Hatchback

2-Door Autobahn 2dr Hatchback

4-Door 4dr Hatchback

4-Door Autobahn 4dr Hatchback
12V DC power outlet
2 2 2 2
Seatback storage pockets
2 2 2 2

Exterior Features

2-Door 2dr Hatchback

2-Door Autobahn 2dr Hatchback

4-Door 4dr Hatchback

4-Door Autobahn 4dr 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
P225/40HR18.0 BSW performance AS P225/40HR18.0 BSW performance AS P225/40HR18.0 BSW performance AS P225/40HR18.0 BSW performance AS
Wheels
18" silver aluminum 18" silver aluminum 18" silver aluminum 18" silver aluminum

Seats

2-Door 2dr Hatchback

2-Door Autobahn 2dr Hatchback

4-Door 4dr Hatchback

4-Door Autobahn 4dr Hatchback
Standard seating
5 5 5 5

Entertainment System

2-Door 2dr Hatchback

2-Door Autobahn 2dr Hatchback

4-Door 4dr Hatchback

4-Door Autobahn 4dr Hatchback
Speakers
8 8 8 8
1st row LCD screen
1 1 1 1
Amplifier
300W 300W – –

Safety and Security Features

2-Door 2dr Hatchback

2-Door Autobahn 2dr Hatchback

4-Door 4dr Hatchback

4-Door Autobahn 4dr Hatchback

Mechanical Features

2-Door 2dr Hatchback

2-Door Autobahn 2dr Hatchback

4-Door 4dr Hatchback

4-Door Autobahn 4dr Hatchback
Axle ratio
3.94 3.94 3.94 3.94

Other Specs

2-Door 2dr Hatchback

2-Door Autobahn 2dr Hatchback

4-Door 4dr Hatchback

4-Door Autobahn 4dr Hatchback
Maximum towing capacity
1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs. 1000 lbs.