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2013 Volkswagen Golf review

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Mileage (EPA estimate)

19 city, 27 highway, 22 combined

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What is new for the 2013 Volkswagen Golf?

  • The Golf is available in a new trim called the 2.5.
  • The Base trim has been discontinued for 2013.
  • The TDI trim now comes with Smart Key as standard equipment.

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RepairPal reliability rating

4
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RepairPal gave the Volkswagen Golf an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Volkswagen Golf 26th out of 46 among Compact Cars.

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Volkswagen Golf features and specs

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2.5 2WD 2D Hatchback

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Manual Transmission
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Traction Control

Optional Features

  • Alloy Wheels
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Sunroof(s)

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.5L

Horsepower

170

Torque (ft-lbs)

177

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

14.5

Wheelbase

101.5"

Overall length

165.4"

Width

70.3"

Height

58.3"

Leg room

F 41.2"/R 35.5"

Head room

F 39.3"/R 38.5"

Front tires

195/65R15

Rear tires

195/65R15

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Manual 5

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