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2013 Volkswagen GTI review

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Mileage (EPA estimate)

21 city, 31 highway, 25 combined

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What is new for the 2013 Volkswagen GTI?

  • The GTI is available in a new trim called the 2.0T.
  • The Base trim has been discontinued for 2013.
  • Full Roof Rack features are now available as options on select trims.

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RepairPal reliability rating

3
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RepairPal gave the Volkswagen GTI an overall reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Volkswagen GTI 44th out of 46 among Compact Cars.

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Volkswagen GTI features and specs

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Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cruise Control
  • Dynaudio
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Leather Seats
  • Navigation System
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Traction Control
  • Turbo Charged Engine

Optional Features

  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Full Roof Rack

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.0L

Horsepower

200

Torque (ft-lbs)

207

Engine type

Turbo Gas

Fuel capacity

14.5

Wheelbase

101.5"

Overall length

165.8"

Width

70"

Height

57.8"

Leg room

F 41.2"/R 35.5"

Head room

F 39.3"/R 38.5"

Front tires

225/40R18

Rear tires

225/40R18

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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