2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — window sticker

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2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback · 2-door · Gasoline
VIN WVWAB7AJ9CW276869
FINAL ASSEMBLY POINT: WOLFSBURG, GERMANY

Powertrain & mechanical

  • Engine5-cyl, 2.5 L
  • Horsepower170 hp
  • TransmissionManual/Standard, 5-speed
  • GVWRClass 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)

Standard safety equipment

  • Front airbags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
  • Side airbags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
  • Curtain airbags1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
  • Seat beltsManual
  • Tire pressure monitoringIndirect

Body & dimensions

  • Body styleHatchback/Liftback/Notchback
  • Doors2
  • Engine builderVolkswagen

Safety recalls (6)

  • Unknown or other
  • Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module
  • Air bags:frontal:driver side:inflator module

Top 3 of 6 campaigns shown. Check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

EPA Fuel Economy and Environment
26combined
MPG
23 city
33 highway
Annual fuel cost
$2,400
You spend $1,000 more in fuel over 5 years vs the average new vehicle
Smog rating 7/10
CO2 341 g/mi

matched to EPA record: Golf — Man 5-spd, 5 cyl, 2.5 L, Front-Wheel Drive. Cost assumes 15,000 mi/yr at current EPA fuel prices (regular $4.15/gal). Actual results will vary. Source: fueleconomy.gov

Different powertrain? Auto (S6), 5 cyl, 2.5 L ·

GOVERNMENT 5-STAR SAFETY RATINGS
  • Overall vehicle scoreNot Rated
  • Frontal crash — driverNot Rated
  • Frontal crash — passengerNot Rated
  • Side crashNot Rated
  • Rollover★★★★☆
Star ratings range from 1 to 5 stars (★★★★★) with 5 being the highest. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nhtsa.gov
Vehicle data: NHTSA vPIC · EPA fueleconomy.gov · NHTSA safety ratings & recalls · Jul 4, 2026 · vincheck.me

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