Used 2012 Volkswagen GLI Base - Specs & Features

More about the 2012 GLI

Starting MSRP

$23,745

Overview

Gas Engine

Combined MPG	26 MPG
Drive Type	front wheel drive
Total Seating	5
Cargo Capacity	15.5 cu.ft.
Curb Weight	3,124 lbs.
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Country of final assembly	Mexico

Fuel & MPG

Cost to Drive	$155/mo
Fuel type	Premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA city/highway MPG	22/33 MPG

EPA combined MPG	26 MPG
Range in miles (city/hwy)	319.0/478.5 mi.
Fuel tank capacity	14.5 gal.
CO2 Emissions	5.5 tons

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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 @ 1,700 rpm
Valves	16
Cam type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Direct injection	Standard

Drivetrain

Transmission	6-speed 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	182.2 in.
Overall width without mirrors	70.0 in.
Height	57.2 in.

Wheelbase	104.4 in.
Front track	60.1 in.
Rear track	60.4 in.
Cargo capacity, all seats in place	15.5 cu.ft.
Manufacturer 0-60 mph acceleration time	6.8 seconds
Turning circle	38.1 ft.
Ground clearance	4.9 in.
Curb weight	3,124 lbs.
Gross weight	4,246 lbs.
Country of final assembly	Mexico

Colors

Exterior Colors	Deep Black Metallic Candy White Frost Silver Metallic Tornado Red Platinum Gray Metallic
Interior Colors	Titan Black, cloth

Front Seat Dimensions

Front head room	38.2 in.
Front leg room	41.2 in.
Front shoulder room	55.2 in.

Cloth	Standard
Bucket front seats	Standard
6-way manual driver seat adjustments	Standard
Height adjustable driver seat	Standard
Driver seat with manual adjustable lumbar support	Standard
6-way manual passenger seat adjustment	Standard
Height adjustable passenger seat	Standard

Rear Seat Dimensions

Rear head room	37.1 in.
Rear leg room	38.1 in.
Rear shoulder room	53.6 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
Daytime running lights	Standard
Front fog/driving lights	Standard
Turn signal mirrors	Standard
2 front headrests	Standard
Front height 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
Engine immobilizer	Standard

In-Car Entertainment

AM/FM stereo	Standard
6 total speakers	Standard
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control	Standard

Memory card slot	Standard
Satellite radio satellite radio	Standard
3 months of provided satellite radio service	Standard
Radio data system	Standard
Diversity antenna	Standard

Power Feature

4 one-touch power windows	Standard
Remote keyless power door locks	Standard
Power mirrors	Standard

Heated mirrors	Standard

Comfort & Convenience

Tilt and telescopic steering wheel	Standard
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel	Standard
Electric power steering	Standard

12V rear power outlet(s)	Standard
Cruise control	Standard
Front and rear cupholders	Standard
Front and rear door pockets	Standard
Overhead console with storage	Standard
Front seatback storage	Standard
Retained accessory power	Standard
Leather steering wheel	Standard
Single zone front air conditioning	Standard
Interior air filtration	Standard
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors	Standard
Turn signal in mirrors	Standard
Rear floor mats	Standard
Trunk light	Standard
Leather trim on shift knob	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
All season tires	Standard

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

Warranty

Basic	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Drivetrain	5 yr./ 60,000 mi.
Rust	12 yr./ unlimited mi.

Roadside assistance	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
Free maintenance	3 yr./ 36,000 mi.

Packages

GLI Appearance Kit	+$520

Interior Options

Luggage Net	+$140
GLI Mat Kit	+$235

Exterior Options

Lip Spoiler	+$375

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