The Volkswagen Golf is a five-seater two door or four door compact family hatchback. Golf is available in six trim, 2.5L 2 Door, 2.5L 2 Door PZEV, 2.5L 4 Door, 2.5L 4 Door PZEV, 2.0L 2 Door TDI and 2.0L 4 Door TDI.


2011 volkswagen golf
The Volkswagen Golf 2.5L 2 Door is equipped with a standard 2.5liter engine producing 170horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque that achieves 22mpg in city and 30mpg on highway. A 5 speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard, and a 6 speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.
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The Golf 2.0L 4 Door TDI is equipped with a standard 2.0liter turbo, diesel engine producing 140horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque, that achieves 30mpg in city and 41mpg on highway. A 6 speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard. A 6 speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.
The Volkswagen Golf base 2.5L includes air-conditioning, 15-inch steel wheels, full power accessories, heated outside mirrors, cruise control, a trip computer, eight-way manually adjustable front seats, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, split-folding rear seats, metallic interior trim and an eight-speaker stereo with a CD/MP3 player.
The Volkswagen Golf TDI trims adds a sport suspension, a leather-wrapped shift knob and brake lever, 17-inch alloy wheels, foglights, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, floor mats, and an upgraded sound system with touchscreen controls, satellite radio, split-folding rear seats with a center armrest and pass-through, Bluetooth, an indash CD changer and an iPod interface.
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Other otional features includes Cold Weather package and a sunroof. Bluetooth is optional on the Golf 2.5L. The TDI models comes with options like a premium Dynaudio sound system, adaptive xenon headlights, rear seat airbags and a navigation system.
Standard safety features in VW Golf include front-seat side airbags, antilock disc brakes, stability control and head curtain airbags.
The Volkswagen Golf is an effortless car to drive, and feels composed and solid on the road. Good soundproofing in the cabin makes it one of the quietest in its class. The cabin is surprisingly specious and comfortable. Two adults can sit comforatably on the rear row with enough head room and leg room. The boot is large compared to other hatchbacks and can hold up to 12.4 cubic feet of load.
2010 Volkswagen Golf Features
Trim: 2.5L 2 Door
Exterior, Design, Paint & Finish
– Metallic Paint (If Selected)
– Front and Rear Body Color Bumpers
– Front Air Dam
– Rear Spoiler
Seats
– Front Dual Reclining Folding Bucket Seats, Driver and Passenger Side Manually Adjusts 8-Ways Total With Adjustable Seat Height and Adjustable Headrests
– Cloth Seats
– Rear Seat Pass Through
– Rear 60/40 Split Folding Bench Seat With Adjustable Headrests and Fold-Down Center Armrest
– Front Dual Manual Lumbar Support
– Easy Entry Seat
Instrumentation
– Digital Clock
– Warning Lights Include Seatbelts Unfastened
– Cruise Control
– Tachometer
– Service Interval Indicator For Brake Wear
– Trip Computer
– Audible Warnings Include Headlights-On
– Exterior Temperature Gauge
– Tire Pressure Monitor
– Compass
Storage
– Open Lower Console Storage Located On Floor
– Front Dual Seatback Storage Pockets
– Cargo Organizer
– Front Dual Door Mounted Storage
– Lockable and Illuminated Glovebox
– 2 Front and 1 Rear; 3 Cupholders Total
Interior, Design, Decor & Floor Covering
– Carpet Located In Passenger Cabin and Cargo Area
Exterior Lighting
– Daytime Running Lights
– Twin Halogen Headlights
Safety
– Front Side Airbags
– Front Crumple Zone
– Side Guard Door Beams
– Front Seatbelt Height Adjusters
– L A T C H
– Driver Airbag
– Front and Rear Outboard 3-Point Seatbelts
– Crash Sensor Unlocks Doors
– Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor Activated By Seatbelt Engagement
– Rear 3-Point Center Seatbelt
– Automatic Locking Retractors
– Front Active Head Restraints
– Passenger Airbag
– Front Pretensioners With Force Limiters
– Side Curtain Protection(R) Front Side Head Curtain Airbags
Braking & Traction
– 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes
– Locking Differential
– Front Power 288-mm X 25-mm Vented Disc and Rear Power 260-mm X 12-mm Solid Disc Brakes
– Traction Control
– Electronic Brake Assistance
– Limited Slip Differential
– Electronic Brake Force Distribution
– Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP(R)) Vehicle Stability Control System Operated Via Engine Power Reduction and ABS
Steering
– Tilt Steering Column
– Power Speed Sensing Rack and Pinion Variable Assisted Steering
– Telescopic Steering Column
Engines & Emissions
– Extended Service Interval For Distributorless Ignition
– 2.5-Liter, I5, 20-Valve, DOHC, SEFI Engine; Front/Transverse Mounted With Horsepower Of 170@5700, Torque Of 177@4250, Cast Iron Block and Alloy Cylinder Head
– Carefree Maintenance Free Scheduled Maintenance For 36 Months or 36000 Miles
– Roadside Assistance Warranty For 36000-Miles, 36-Months
Suspension
– Independent Multi-Link Rear Suspension With Coil Springs and Gas Charged Shock Absorbers
– Rear Stabilizer Bar
– Independent MacPherson Strut Front Suspension With Coil Springs and Shock Absorbers
– Front Stabilizer Bar
Remote Controls & Remote Releases
– Keyless Entry Operated Via Key Fob
Anti-Theft & Locks
– Vehicle Anti-Theft Via Alarm and Engine Immobilizer
– Valet Lockout
– Programmable Power Door Locks Operated Via Remote and Internal Switch With Automatic Locking
– Radio Anti-Theft
– Selective Unlocking
– Child Safety Door Locks Located On Rear Doors
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
– Manual Air Conditioning
– Rear HVAC Ducts
– Interior Pollen Air Filter
Electrical
– Audio Pre-Wiring
– 140-Amp/HR Alternator
– Cargo Area Power Outlet
– 60-Amp/Hour Battery
– Front Power Outlet
Interior Lighting
– Interior Load Area Light
– Delayed Courtesy Light
Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
– Auxiliary Input Jack
– Diversity Radio Antenna
– AM/FM Radio With 8 Speakers Total; CD Player; MP3 Player
Transmission
– 5-Speed Manual Transmission With Overdrive
2010 Volkswagen Golf Specifications
Trim: 2.5L 2 Door
Engine
Standard Engine 2.5L I5
Standard Transmission 5 Speed Manual
Cylinders 5
Horsepower @RPM 170@5700
Fuel Economy Cty/Hwy 22 / 30
Combined Fuel Economy 25
EPA Class Compact
Number of Valves 20
Torque @RPM N/A
Turbo (Yes/No) No
Overdrive Transmission Yes
Battery Output N/A
Compression 9.5:1
Displacement 2480 / 151
Bore X Stroke 3.25×3.60
Cruising Range 362.5 miles
Final Drive Gear Ratio Opt N/A
Power to Weight Ratio 17.5
Final Drive Ratio No
Valves Configuration Dual Overhead Cam / Twin Overhead Cam
Supercharged No
Electric HorsePower RPM N/A
Electric Torque Feet Per Pound N/A (foot-lbs)
Electric Torque RPM N/A
Electric HorsePower BHP N/A
Interior Dimensions
Seating (Standard) 5
Seating (Optional) N/A
Tow Capacity (Standard) N/A
Tow Capacity (Maximum) N/A
Headroom (Front) 39.3
Headroom (Row 2) 38.5
Hiproom (Front) N/A
Hiproom (Row 2) N/A
Legroom (Front) 41.2
Legroom (Row 2) 35.5
Shoulder Room (Front) 54.7
Shoulder Room (Row 2) 52.8
Seating (Maximum) 5
Headroom (Row 3) N/A
Hiproom (Row 3) N/A
Legroom (Row 3) N/A
Shoulder Room (Row 3) N/A
Brakes, Steering, Suspension and Tires
Brakes (Front) Disc
Brakes (Rear) Disc
Driveline Front Wheel Drive
Driveline (Opt) N/A
Steering Rack & Pinion
Steering Diameter Left 35.7
Steering Diameter Right 35.7
Suspension (Front) Independent
Suspension (Rear) Independent
Tire Type Passenger
Tire Width 195 mm
Tire Aspect Ratio 65
Tire Construction Radial
Tire wheel Diameter 15 in.
Capacity and Volume
Cargo Volume (EPA) 15 cu. ft.
Cargo Volume (MFR) 15 cu. ft.
Fuel Capacity 14.5
Passenger Volume (EPA) 94
Passenger Volume (MFR) 93.0 cu. ft.
Box/Cargo Height N/A
Box/Cargo Length N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wheel) N/A
Box/Cargo Width (Wall) N/A
GVWR Standard N/A
GVWR Maximum N/A
Payload Standard N/A
Payload Maximum N/A
Exterior Dimensions and Weight
Curb Weight MT 2968
Curb Weight AT 3023
Ground Clearance 5.4
Height 58.3
Length 165.4
Top Type (Standard) Hard Fixed
Top Type (Optional) N/A
Track (Front) 60.7
Track (Rear) 59.6
Weight Distribution AT (Front) N/A
Weight Distribution AT (Rear) N/A
Weight Distribution MT (Front) N/A
Weight Distribution MT (Rear) N/A
Wheelbase 101.5
Width 70.3
Doors (Standard) 2
Doors (Maximum) 2
Crash Test Ratings, Sales and Origin
Crash Test Rating N/A / N/A
Sales Volume N/A
Where Built Germany