These are standard specifications for the 2018 Volkswagen Golf, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
5 Manual , 6 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
Engine Location : | Front |
Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
Body / Chassis : | Unitary construction |
Production Years for Series : | 2008 - 2012 |
Price : | MSRP: $20,910-24,755 |
Weight : | 2963 lbs | 1343.994 kg |
MPG City : | 25 |
MPG Highway : | 36 |
Combined MPG : | 29.00 |
Performance
Coefficient of Drag : | 0.29 |
Engine & Transmission
Turbocharged Inline 4 | |
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Displacement : | 1798 cc | 109.7 cu in. | 1.8 L. |
Power : | 170 HP (125.12 KW) @ 4500 RPM |
Torque : | 199 Ft-Lbs (270 NM) @ 1600 RPM |
Bore : | 3.3 in | 83 mm. |
Stroke : | 3.3 in | 84 mm. |
Compression : | 9.6:1 |
Main Bearings : | 5 |
Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
Cylinder Head : | Aluminum Alloy |
Crankshaft : | Cast iron |
5 Manual , 6 Automatic
Gear Ratios
1st Gear : | 3.78 |
2nd Gear : | 2.12 |
3rd Gear : | 1.27 |
4th Gear : | 0.86 |
5th Gear : | 0.66 |
Handling
Recall
Component | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
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Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 20V372000 |
Summary | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling two 2018 Golf GTI vehicles. The VIN printed on the Federal Certification label may not match the actual VIN on the vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, 'Certification.' |
Consequence | If the stamped vehicle identification number (VIN) does not match the VIN on the Vehicle Certification Label, owners may be unable to tell if their vehicle is under an important safety recall, possibly exposing them to an increased risk of a crash, fire or injury. |
Remedy | Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a correct certification label, free of charge. This recall began July 9, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 01E7. |
Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Component | SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS |
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Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Mfr Report Date | 20150114 |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 19V188000 |
Summary | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Golf Sportwagen, 2019 Jetta, 2015-2019 Golf, and 2018-2019 Tiguan vehicles. The rear coil springs may prematurely fracture. |
Consequence | If a coil spring fractures while driving, it may damage a rear tire causing a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Remedy | Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear axle coil springs, free of charge. The recall began April 12, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 42J5. |
Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Component | STEERING:COLUMN LOCKING:ANTI-THEFT DEVICE |
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Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Mfr Report Date | 20170629 |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 18V464000 |
Summary | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Volkswagen Golf and Golf Sportwagen vehicles. The build of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition while the vehicle shift lever is not in 'Park.' As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, 'Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention.' |
Consequence | Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than 'Park' increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash. |
Remedy | Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37L5. |
Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER |
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Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Mfr Report Date | 20180321 |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 18V369000 |
Summary | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2018 Volkswagen Atlas, Passat, Beetle, Beetle Convertible, Golf, Golf SportWagen and GTI and Audi Q5 and SQ5 vehicles. The brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have insufficient coating, potentially reducing the brake performance. |
Consequence | A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash. |
Remedy | Volkswagen and Audi will notify their owners. Audi dealers will bleed the rear brakes. Volkswagen dealers will bleed the front and rear brake calipers. Note: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the brake system has been checked. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298 and Audi customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's numbers for this recall are 47N8, 47N9, and 47N6. |
Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE |
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Manufacturer | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. |
Mfr Report Date | 20180409 |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 19V615000 |
Summary | Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2019 GTI, 2015-2016 and 2018-2019 Golf, 2012-2019 Beetle and Beetle Convertible, 2017-2019 Golf SportWagen and 2011-2018 Jetta vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, manual handbrake and keyless entry. A build-up of silicate on the shift lever micro switch contacts may enable the key to be removed from the ignition when the transmission shift lever is not in 'Park.' |
Consequence | Removing the key while the shift lever is in a position other than 'Park' increases the risk of an unintended vehicle rollaway that may result in personal injury or a crash. |
Remedy | Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional switch and circuit board, free of charge. The recall began November 19, 2019. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 37M2. |
Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
2018 Volkswagen Golf FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2018 Volkswagen Golf?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2018 Volkswagen Golf? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Golf has a wheelbase size of 103.80 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2018 Volkswagen Golf? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Golf has a length of 167.50 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2018 Volkswagen Golf? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Golf has a width of 70.80 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2018 Volkswagen Golf have?A: The 2018 Volkswagen Golf has 38.40 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2018 Volkswagen Golf have?A: The 2018 Volkswagen Golf has legroom of 41.20 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2018 Volkswagen Golf? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Golf was a Hatchback.Q: How much did the 2018 Volkswagen Golf cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Golf had an MSRP of $20,910 - $$24,755 (USD).Q: What engine did the 2018 Volkswagen Golf have? A: The engine powering the 2018 Volkswagen Golf was a Turbocharged Inline 4 (1798 cc | 109.7 cu in. | 1.8 L.) with 170 HP (125.12 KW) @ 4500 RPM and 199 Ft-Lbs (270 NM) @ 1600 RPM. Q: What transmissions did the 2018 Volkswagen Golf have? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Golf had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 6 speed Automatic.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2018 Volkswagen Golf? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Golf has a wheelbase size of 103.80 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2018 Volkswagen Golf? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Golf has a length of 167.50 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2018 Volkswagen Golf? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Golf has a width of 70.80 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2018 Volkswagen Golf have?A: The 2018 Volkswagen Golf has 38.40 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2018 Volkswagen Golf have?A: The 2018 Volkswagen Golf has legroom of 41.20 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2018 Volkswagen Golf? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Golf was a Hatchback.Q: How much did the 2018 Volkswagen Golf cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Golf had an MSRP of $20,910 - $$24,755 (USD).Q: What engine did the 2018 Volkswagen Golf have? A: The engine powering the 2018 Volkswagen Golf was a Turbocharged Inline 4 (1798 cc | 109.7 cu in. | 1.8 L.) with 170 HP (125.12 KW) @ 4500 RPM and 199 Ft-Lbs (270 NM) @ 1600 RPM. Q: What transmissions did the 2018 Volkswagen Golf have? A: The 2018 Volkswagen Golf had the following gearbox options: 5 speed Manual, 6 speed Automatic.Similarly Sized Vehicles
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