EPA Classification
Compact Cars
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Engine Order Code
NA
Engine Type and Required Fuel
Intercooled Turbo Regular Unleaded I-4
Displacement (liters/cubic inches)
1.5 L/91
Fuel System
Gasoline Direct Injection
Maximum Horsepower @ RPM
158 @ 5500
Maximum Torque @ RPM
184 @ 1750
Cooling System Capacity (quarts)
NA
Transmission Order Code
R2
Transmission Description
Manual w/OD
Number of Transmission Speeds
6
First Gear Ratio (:1)
4.11
Second Gear Ratio (:1)
2.12
Third Gear Ratio (:1)
1.36
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)
0.97
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)
0.77
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)
0.63
Reverse Ratio (:1)
4.00
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)
3.39
Clutch Size
NA
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score
NA
CO2 Emissions, 15K mi/year (tons)
5.2
Range, city/highway (miles)
382.80 / 554.40
EPA Fuel Economy, combined/city/highway (mpg)
34 / 29 / 42
EPA Fuel Economy Equivalent (for hybrid and electric vehicles), combined/city/highway (MPGe)
N/A / N/A / N/A
Fuel Capacity / Gas Tank Size
13.2
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity (gallons)
NA
Wheelbase (inches)
105.7
Length (inches)
186.5
Width, without mirrors (inches)
70.8
Height (inches)
57.7
Front Track Width (inches)
60.7
Rear Track Width (inches)
60.4
Minimum Ground Clearance (inches)
5.5
Liftover Height (inches)
NA
Passenger / Seating Capacity
5
Total Passenger Volume (cubic feet)
94.7
Front Head Room (inches)
38.5
Front Leg Room (inches)
41.1
Front Shoulder Room (inches)
55.9
Front Hip Room (inches)
53
Second Row Head Room (inches)
37.2
Second Row Leg Room (inches)
37.4
Second Row Shoulder Room (inches)
54
Second Row Hip Room (inches)
51.4
Trunk Space (cubic feet)
14.1
Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1)
NA
Turns, lock to lock
NA
Turning Diameter / Radius, curb to curb (feet)
36.7
Turning Diameter / Radius, wall to wall (feet)
NA
Front Suspension Type
Strut
Rear Suspension Type
Torsion Beam
Front Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)
NA
Rear Shock Absorber Diameter (mm)
NA
Front Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)
NA
Rear Anti-Roll Bar Diameter (inches)
NA
Brake Type
4-Wheel Disc
Anti-Lock-Braking System
4-Wheel
Front Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)
11.3
Rear Brake Rotors, diameter x thickness (inches)
10.7
Rear Drums, diameter x width (inches)
NA
Front Wheel Size (inches)
16 X 6.5
Front Wheel Material
Aluminum
Front Tire Size
P205/60HR16
Rear Wheel Size (inches)
16 X 6.5
Rear Wheel Material
Aluminum
Rear Tire Size
P205/60HR16
Spare Wheel Size (inches)
NA
Spare Wheel Material
NA
Spare Tire Size
NA
Maximum Trailer Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)
NA
Maximum Tongue Weight, dead weight hitch (pounds)
NA
Maximum Trailer Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)
NA
Maximum Tongue Weight, weight distributing hitch (pounds)
NA
Base Curb Weight (pounds)
2915
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F
540
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
140
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Engine: 1.5L TSI 158HP I-4 Turbocharged -inc: DOHC 16-valve, direct injection
Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
Front-Wheel Drive
3.39 Axle Ratio
Engine Oil Cooler
60-Amp/Hr 540CCA Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection
140 Amp Alternator
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
Front And Rear Anti-Rolls
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
13.2 Gal. Fuel Tank
Single Stainless Steel Exhaust
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Torsion Beam Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake
Security System Pre-Wiring
Brake Actuated Limited Slip Differential
Wheels: 16" 2-Tone Machined Alloy
Tires: 205/60R16 92H All-Season
Tire Mobility Kit
Clearcoat Paint
Body-Colored Front Bumper
Body-Colored Rear Bumper
Chrome Side Windows Trim
Body-Colored Door Handles
Body-Colored Power Heated Side Mirrors w/Manual Folding
Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster
Light Tinted Glass
Variable Intermittent Wipers
Fully Galvanized Steel Panels
Black Grille w/Chrome Accents
Front License Plate Bracket
Trunk Rear Cargo Access
Auto On/Off Reflector Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Headlamps w/Delay-Off
Perimeter/Approach Lights
LED Brakelights
Radio: MIB3 Composition Color w/6.5" Touchscreen -inc: AM/FM radio w/USB-C, Bluetooth connectivity (for compatible devices), capability for in-vehicle 4G LTE enabled Wi-Fi (cellular data plan required; includes limited trial), capability for VW Car-Net services (capabilities for certain services vary; requires enrollment or subscription) and App-Connect smartphone integration (w/Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and MirrorLink) via USB
AM/FM Stereo w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System
4 Speakers
Audio Theft Deterrent
Window Grid Diversity Antenna
2 LCD Monitors In The Front
Front Comfort Seats -inc: manually adjustable driver's seat w/height adjustment and manually adjustable front passenger seat
6-Way Driver Seat
4-Way Passenger Seat
60-40 Folding Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
Power Rear Windows
Front Cupholder
Rear Cupholder
Power Fuel Flap Locking Type
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, Illuminated Entry and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Manual Air Conditioning
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts
Glove Box
Driver Foot Rest
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert and Piano Black/Metal-Look Interior Accents
Full Cloth Headliner
Urethane Gear Shifter Material
Cloth Seat Trim
Day-Night Rearview Mirror
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console and 1 12V DC Power Outlet
Rear Map Lights
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Full Carpet Floor Covering
Carpet Floor Trim
Cargo Features -inc: Tire Mobility Kit
Cargo Space Lights
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access
VW Car-Net Safe & Secure 5-year Tracker System
Driver / Passenger And Rear Door Bins
Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down
Delayed Accessory Power
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Driver Information Center
Redundant Digital Speedometer
Trip Computer
Outside Temp Gauge
Digital/Analog Appearance
Seats w/Cloth Back Material
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Front Center Armrest
Immobilizer
1 12V DC Power Outlet
Air Filtration
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Side Impact Beams
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Blind Spot Monitor Blind Spot
Front Assist (Forward Collision Warning and Autonomous Emergency Braking)
Collision Mitigation-Front
Collision Mitigation-Rear
Low Tire Pressure Warning
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Rear Child Safety Locks
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Back-Up Camera
4 Basic Years / 50,000 Basic Miles
4 Drivetrain Years / 50,000 Drivetrain Miles
7 Corrosion Years / 100,000 Corrosion Miles
3 Roadside Assistance Years / 36,000 Roadside Assistance Miles
2 Maintenance Years / 20,000 Maintenance Miles
Overall Rating
5/5
Overall Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
4/5
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Driver
4/5
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating Passenger
4/5
Overall Side Crash Rating
5/5
Side Barrier Rating
5/5
Side Barrier Rating Driver
5/5
Side Barrier Rating Passenger Rear Seat
5/5
Side Pole Rating Driver Front Seat
5/5
Combined Side Rating Front Seat
5/5
Combined Side Rating Rear Seat
5/5
Rollover Rating
4/5