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Base FWD 2-Dr Hatchback L4
Base FWD 4-Dr Hatchback L4
2012 Volkswagen GTI Base FWD 2-Dr Hatchback L4 Performance Features
Turbocharged
Engine: 2.0L in-line four-cylinder DOHC with variable valve timing
Premium unleaded fuel
Fuel economy: EPA (08):, 21 MPG city, 31 MPG highway, 25 MPG combined and 364 mi. range
Gasoline direct fuel injection
14.5gallon fuel tank
Power (SAE): 200 hp @ 5,100 rpm; 207 ft lb of torque @ 1,800 rpm
2012 Volkswagen GTI Base FWD 2-Dr Hatchback L4 Handling & Breaking Features
ABS
3.090:1 axle ratio
Brake assist system
Four-wheel disc brakes including 2-ventilated
Electronic brake distribution
Electronic traction control (via ABS & engine management)
Immobilizer
Space-saver spare tire with steel rim
Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) stability control
Independent front strut suspension with stabilizer bar and coil springs, independent rear multi-link suspension with stabilizer bar and coil springs
2012 Volkswagen GTI Base FWD 2-Dr Hatchback L4 Exterior Features
Body-color front and rear bumpers
Day time running lights
Driver and passenger power door mirrors: heated, body-color with turn signals
External dimensions: overall length (inches): 165.8, overall width (inches): 70.0, overall height (inches): 57.8, wheelbase (inches): 101.5, front track (inches): 60.4, rear track (inches): 59.7 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 35.8
Front fog lights
Headlights: halogen with projector beam lenses
Luxury trim: alloy & leather on shifter, alloy-look and alloy-look
Pearl paint
Rear window: with defroster
Roof spoiler
Tinted glass
Weights: published curb weight (lbs): 2,968
Windshield wipers with intermittent wiper
2012 Volkswagen GTI Base FWD 2-Dr Hatchback L4 Interior Features
12V power outlet(s) in cargo area and front
Roof antenna
Anti-theft protection
Audio system with AM/FM radio, CD player (reads MP3 format) , satellite radio
Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
Cargo area light
Cargo capacity: all seats in place (cu ft): 15.1 and SAE
Compass
Trip computer: includes average speed, average fuel economy, current fuel economy and range for remaining fuel
Floor consoles, overhead consoles
Cruise control
Front cup holders
Outside air temperature indicator
Carpet floor mats
Intelligent driver and passenger front airbag
Driver seat and Front passenger seat : heated and sports ; details: manual height and manual lumbar
Height adjustable front seat belts with pre-tensioners for driver and passenger
Front seat center armrest
Two height-adjustable front head restraints, three height-adjustable rear seats head restraints
Heated washer
Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 39.3, rear headroom (inches): 38.5, front leg room (inches): 41.2, rear leg room (inches): 35.5, front shoulder room (inches): 54.7, rear shoulder room (inches): 54.6 and interior volume (cu ft): 93.5
Low tire pressure indicator
Remote power locks : includes power windows
Power steering
Front power windows with two-touch on one window
Front and rear reading lights
Rear seat belts for driver, rear seat belts for passenger, 3-point rear seat belts for center
Rear seat center armrest
Rear seats:
Rear view mirror
Steering wheel mounted remote audio controls
Remote control trunk/hatch release
Front and rear curtain airbag
Seating: five passengers
Premium cloth upholstery
Front side airbag
Eight speakers
Leather-trimmed, tilt/ telescoping steering wheel
Tachometer
Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror
Ventilation system with micro filter
Voice activating system for phone
Base FWD 2-Dr Hatchback L4
Base FWD 4-Dr Hatchback L4
2012 Volkswagen GTI Base FWD 4-Dr Hatchback L4 Performance Features
Turbocharged
Engine: 2.0L in-line four-cylinder DOHC with variable valve timing
Premium unleaded fuel
Fuel economy: EPA (08):, 21 MPG city, 31 MPG highway, 25 MPG combined and 364 mi. range
Gasoline direct fuel injection
14.5gallon fuel tank
Power (SAE): 200 hp @ 5,100 rpm; 207 ft lb of torque @ 1,800 rpm
2012 Volkswagen GTI Base FWD 4-Dr Hatchback L4 Handling & Breaking Features
ABS
3.090:1 axle ratio
Brake assist system
Four-wheel disc brakes including 2-ventilated
Electronic brake distribution
Electronic traction control (via ABS & engine management)
Immobilizer
Space-saver spare tire with steel rim
Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) stability control
Independent front strut suspension with stabilizer bar and coil springs, independent rear multi-link suspension with stabilizer bar and coil springs
2012 Volkswagen GTI Base FWD 4-Dr Hatchback L4 Exterior Features
Body-color front and rear bumpers
Day time running lights
Driver and passenger power door mirrors: heated, body-color with turn signals
External dimensions: overall length (inches): 165.8, overall width (inches): 70.0, overall height (inches): 57.8, wheelbase (inches): 101.5, front track (inches): 60.4, rear track (inches): 59.7 and curb to curb turning circle (feet): 35.8
Front fog lights
Headlights: halogen with projector beam lenses
Luxury trim: alloy & leather on shifter, alloy-look and alloy-look
Pearl paint
Rear window: with defroster
Roof spoiler
Tinted glass
Weights: published curb weight (lbs): 2,968
Windshield wipers with intermittent wiper
2012 Volkswagen GTI Base FWD 4-Dr Hatchback L4 Interior Features
12V power outlet(s) in cargo area and front
Roof antenna
Anti-theft protection
Audio system with AM/FM radio, CD player (reads MP3 format) , satellite radio
Cargo area cover/rear parcel shelf
Cargo area light
Cargo capacity: all seats in place (cu ft): 14.7 and SAE
Compass
Trip computer: includes average speed, average fuel economy, current fuel economy and range for remaining fuel
Floor consoles, overhead consoles
Cruise control
Front cup holders
Outside air temperature indicator
Carpet floor mats
Intelligent driver and passenger front airbag
Driver seat and Front passenger seat : heated and sports ; details: manual height and manual lumbar
Height adjustable front seat belts with pre-tensioners for driver and passenger
Front seat center armrest
Two height-adjustable front head restraints, three height-adjustable rear seats head restraints
Heated washer
Internal dimensions: front headroom (inches): 39.3, rear headroom (inches): 38.5, front leg room (inches): 41.2, rear leg room (inches): 35.5, front shoulder room (inches): 54.7, rear shoulder room (inches): 54.6 and interior volume (cu ft): 93.1
Low tire pressure indicator
Remote power locks : includes power windows
Power steering
Front and rear power windows with two-touch on one window
Front and rear reading lights
Rear seat belts for driver, rear seat belts for passenger, 3-point rear seat belts for center
Rear seat center armrest
Rear seats:
Rear view mirror
Steering wheel mounted remote audio controls
Remote control trunk/hatch release
Front and rear curtain airbag
Seating: five passengers
Premium cloth upholstery
Front side airbag
Eight speakers
Leather-trimmed, tilt/ telescoping steering wheel
Tachometer
Illuminated driver and passenger vanity mirror
Ventilation system with micro filter
Voice activating system for phone