Used 2008 Volkswagen GLI Specs & Features

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Starting MSRP

$25,375

Overview

Gas Engine

Combined MPG	25 MPG
Drive Type	front wheel drive
Total Seating	5
Cargo Capacity	16.0 cu.ft.
Curb Weight	3,334 lbs.
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50,000 mi.

Fuel & MPG

Fuel type	Premium unleaded (required)
EPA city/highway MPG	22/29 MPG
EPA combined MPG	25 MPG

Range in miles (city/hwy)	319.0/420.5 mi.
Fuel tank capacity	14.5 gal.

2008 Volkswagen GLI for sale near you

3 of 3 listings

Base Sedan
MSRP: $7,995
1,070 mi away
2.0T
MSRP: $6,499
2,295 mi away
Base Sedan
MSRP: $2,799
2,315 mi away

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Engine

Base engine size	2.0 L
Cylinders	Inline 4
Base engine type	Gas

Horsepower	200 hp @ 5,100 rpm
Torque	207 lb-ft @ 1,800 rpm
Valves	16
Cam type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Valve timing	Variable

Drivetrain

Transmission	6-speed automated manual
Drive type	Front wheel drive

Suspension

Four-wheel independent suspension	Standard
MacPherson strut front suspension	Standard
Front and rear stabilizer bar	Standard

Multi-link rear suspension	Standard

Dimensions

Length	179.3 in.
Overall width without mirrors	70.1 in.
Height	57.4 in.

Wheelbase	101.5 in.
Front track	60.6 in.
Rear track	59.8 in.
EPA interior volume	107.0 cu.ft.
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	16.0 cu.ft.
Turning circle	35.1 ft.
Ground clearance	5.4 in.
Drag Coefficient	0.33 Cd.
Curb weight	3,334 lbs.
Gross weight	4,289 lbs.

Colors

Exterior Colors	Laser Blue Metallic Salsa Red Campanella White Deep Black Metallic Reflex Silver Metallic Platinum Gray Metallic
Interior Colors	Anthracite, cloth Anthracite, leather

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room	38.5 in.
Front leg room	41.2 in.
Front shoulder room	54.8 in.

Cloth	Standard
Sport front seats	Standard
8-way manual driver seat adjustments	Standard
Height adjustable driver seat	Standard
Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support	Standard
8-way manual passenger seat adjustment	Standard
Height adjustable passenger seat	Standard
Passenger seat with manual adjustable lumbar support	Standard

Rear Seat Dimensions

Rear head room	37.2 in.
Rear leg room	35.4 in.
Rear shoulder room	53.1 in.

Split-folding rear seatback	Standard
Folding with storage and pass-thru center armrest	Standard

Safety

Post-collision safety system	Standard
Dual front side-mounted airbags	Standard
Front and rear head airbags	Standard

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation	Standard
Stability control	Standard
Traction control	Standard
Child seat anchors	Standard
Rear door child safety locks	Standard
4-wheel ABS	Standard
Ventilated front disc / solid rear disc brakes	Standard
Emergency braking assist	Standard
Electronic brakeforce distribution	Standard
Tire pressure monitoring	Standard
Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp	Standard
Self-leveling headlights	Standard
Daytime running lights	Standard
Front fog/driving lights	Standard
Turn signal mirrors	Standard
2 front headrests	Standard
Front multi-adjustable headrests	Standard
Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system	Standard
3 rear headrests	Standard
Rear height adjustable headrests	Standard
Rear center 3-point belt	Standard
Front seatbelt pretensioners	Standard
Emergency interior trunk release	Standard
Remote anti-theft alarm system	Standard
Engine immobilizer	Standard

In-Car Entertainment

AM/FM CD-controller stereo	Standard
10 total speakers	Standard
Auxiliary audio input	Standard

Satellite radio satellite radio	Standard

Power Feature

Remote window operation	Standard
Remote keyless power door locks	Standard
Power mirrors	Standard

Heated mirrors	Standard

Comfort & Convenience

Tilt and telescopic steering wheel	Standard
Transmission controls and audio controls on steering wheel	Standard
Electric speed-proportional power steering	Standard

12V cargo area power outlet(s)	Standard
Cruise control	Standard
Front and rear cupholders	Standard
Front door pockets	Standard
Front seatback storage	Standard
Remote trunk release	Standard
Leather steering wheel	Standard
Single zone front air conditioning	Standard
Rear ventilation ducts	Standard
Interior air filtration	Standard
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors	Standard
Turn signal in mirrors	Standard
Rear floor mats	Standard
Trunk light	Standard
Alloy trim on dash	Standard
Alloy trim on doors	Standard
Front reading lights	Standard

Instrumentation

Trip computer	Standard
Compass	Standard
External temperature display	Standard

Tachometer	Standard
Clock	Standard
Low fuel level warning	Standard

Tires & Wheels

Alloy wheels	Standard
17 x 7.0 in. wheels	Standard
Performance tires	Standard

225/45R W tires	Standard
Steel spare wheel	Standard
Temporary spare tire	Standard
Inside mounted spare tire	Standard

Warranty

Basic	4 yr./ 50,000 mi.
Drivetrain	5 yr./ 60,000 mi.
Rust	12 yr./ unlimited mi.

Roadside assistance	4 yr./ 50,000 mi.

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Used 2008 Volkswagen GLI - Specs & Features

Overview

Fuel & MPG

Engine

Drivetrain

Suspension

Dimensions

Colors

Front Seat Dimensions

Rear Seat Dimensions

Safety

In-Car Entertainment

Power Feature

Comfort & Convenience

Instrumentation

Tires & Wheels

Warranty

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