Volkswagen Golf 2013 User manual

2013 Golf

Look what we started. The fi rst Golf was introduced to the U.S. when large and curvy cars ruled the road. With its strong
angular lines, this sporty and utilitarian hatchback was a revelation. It was unexpected, but left a
lasting mark. More than twenty-nine million cars later, the essence of the Golf hasn’t changed much.
It hasn’t had to. Sure, it’s gotten more refi ned, more powerful, and more celebrated — Car and
Driver and AUTOMOBILE Magazine are rather fond of it. But the original shape and spirit remain.
Here’s to getting it right the fi rst time. That’s the Power of German Engineering. 2013 Golf
TDI 2-Door with Sunroof and Navigation shown in Reflex Silver Metallic

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And they’re off.
Performance
*2012 2.5L manual transmission: 23 city/33 highway mpg. Range based on 33 highway mpg EPA estimate
and a 14.5-gallon tank. 2012 2.0L TDI Clean Diesel, DSG automatic: 30 city/42 highway mpg. Range based
on 42 highway mpg EPA estimate and a 14.5-gallon tank. Your mileage will vary.
Engine Hwy mpg Miles/tank*
2.5L
2.0L TDI
Clean Diesel
478
609
When you think of German engineering, it’s only natural
your pulse starts racing. Especially when you’re choosing
between a 2.5L, 170-hp gem or a 2.0L TDI® Clean Diesel.
Press the accelerator, and you’ll hear the sweet sounds of
the cylinders all humming some vaguely familiar German
song. Listen carefully, and you’ll even hear them begging
you to take them out for a ride.
Of course, if that wasn’t enough, the Golf is equipped
with a 4-wheel independent suspension. And is
assembled using laser seam welding for increased
rigidity and superior handling. So even a drive to
the dry cleaners is a gripping experience.
TDI 4-Door shown in Blue Graphite Metallic

TDI
TDI
Pack all your things into the back because it comes loaded up front.
The TDI Clean Diesel engine delivers 236 lbs/ft of torque for some
serious oomph. But what’s more amazing is what it doesn’t give
you: those sooty emissions from years past. In fact, it has 90% fewer
emissions than previous diesel engines. Now it’s easier to drive the
Golf, just for the fun of it.
Clean Diesel
Miles per tank*
Honda Civic HF
Toyota Prius
Ford Focus SE with SFE package
Golf TDI
541
571
496
Mazda3 i Grand Touring
SKYACTIV-G 2.0L AT
565
609
Good, clean fun.
*Comparisons based on manufacturers’ published data. 2012 2.0L Golf TDI Clean Diesel, DSG automatic transmission:30 city/42 highway mpg. Range based on 42 highway mpg EPA estimate and a 14.5-gallon tank. 2012 1.8L Toyota Prius, eCVT transmission: 51 city/48 highway mpg. Range based on 48 highway
mpg EPA estimate and an 11.9-gallon tank. 2012 2.0L Mazda3 i Grand Touring with SKYACTIV-G, automatic transmission:28 city/39 highway mpg. Range based on 39 highway mpg EPA estimate and a 14.5-gallon tank. 2012 1.8L Honda Civic HF, automatic transmission: 29 city/41 highway mpg. Range based on
41 highway mpg EPA estimate and a 13.2-gallon tank. 2012 2.0L Ford Focus SE with SFE Package, automatic transmission: 28 city/40 highway mpg. Range based on 40 highway mpg EPA estimate and a 12.4-gallon tank. All fuel values are EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary.**For more information about the
2011 Top 10 Green Cars from Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com, visit www.kbb.com. Kelley Blue Book is a registered trademark of Kelley Blue Book Co.,Inc. †2012 2.0L TDI Clean Diesel, DSG automatic: 30 city/42 highway mpg. EPA estimates. Your mileage will vary.
Dual personality. One second you’re cruising along with
the available fast-shifting DSG® automatic transmission.
The next second you push it into Tiptronic® mode, and
you’re manually shifting through gears like a person reborn.
Go the distance. TDI Clean Diesel technology isn’t just
good for the wallet, it’s good for the long haul. As in
42 highway miles per gallon.
† How about a road trip?
“10Best Cars for 2012.”
Car and Driver placed the Golf
on their ultimate short list. Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com
named the Golf TDI one of its 2011 Top 10 Green Cars**
for the second year in a row. And driving it is clearly a
reward all its own.
The sky’s the limit. The color blue symbolizes our
commitment to building environmentally conscious cars
that don’t compromise performance. And setting a good
example for eco-conscious behavior, everywhere, and
every day. Plus, it’s always been our favorite color.

Cargo
The inside of the Golf is good at being fl exible. Which really comes in handy throughout the day. One
minute you’re carrying four of your buddies in total comfort and style. The next you’re hauling off with your
latest fi nd from the swap meet. Fold down the rear seats and you’ve got 46 cubic feet of space. That’s a lot
of space for cubes, not to mention furniture, suitcases, skis, or fl oor lamps. Put it this way, if you ever run out
of things to put in your Golf, you’re just not trying hard enough.
Watch this
space.
46
cubic feet of
cargo space
• 8-way adjustable front seats with adjustable
lumbar support
• Heated front seats*
• Seating for five adults
Features • 60/40-split folding rear seat with pass-through
• Glovebox with adjustable cooling feature
• Rear center armrest with storage
*Feature available on select models.
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to
TDI 2-Door with Sunroof and Navigation shown in Tornado Red

Interior
All play.
No work.
There’s user-friendly. And then there’s user-super-friendly. On select Golf models, you can scroll through
music without taking your hands off the wheel. Get turn-by-turn directions for that new restaurant you’ve
been wanting to try in town or across the country. Plug in your iPod to listen to your favorite acid jazz or greatest
hits of the ’80s compilation. And then call each of your friends with a push of a button to tell them how
much you really love technology. The system will even turn down the music for you, so your private collection
remains, well, private.
• Touchscreen sound system*
• Media Device Interface (MDI) with
iPod® cable*
• Bluetooth® with audio streaming**
Features • SiriusXM Satellite Radio with
3-month subscription*
• Touchscreen navigation system*
• Multi-function steering wheel*
*Feature available on select models. **Requires compatible device.
TDI 2-Door shown in Titan Black

Safety
Safety
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). The TPMS helps
monitor tire pressure and alerts you when it is too low. Properly
infl ated tires greatly increase safety by helping create better
stability, handling, and braking in almost all situations.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC). ESC helps prevent oversteer
or understeer during an evasive maneuver by applying
corrective forces to each of the wheels. In other words, it helps
you maintain control when you need it most.
Surrounded by safety. In addition to airbags,* every Golf has a
specially reinforced safety cage complete with anti-intrusion side
beams and thermo-formed B-pillars, designed to help protect
you in the event of a collision. Surrounding that are crumple
zones, which provide space and material to help cushion and
absorb the impact while the safety cage insulates you.
ABS and HBA. The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) helps to
keep the brakes from locking up during sudden stops and
helps you retain control over the steering during emergency
braking. Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA) works with ABS to help
ensure that you get the maximum braking power from the
brake system.
Intelligent Crash Response System (ICRS). After the airbags*
have deployed in a collision, the ICRS automatically unlocks
all doors, disables the fuel pump, and turns on the hazard
lights.** That’s why we call it intelligent.
2012 IIHS Top Safety Pick. The Golf 4-Door model is one of
the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s Top Safety Picks.
†
Actually, it’s one of nine 2012 Volkswagen models to get their
top award. That means all nine cars scored the highest rating in
all four qualifying tests. That’s 36 instances of superior safety.
You know that German engineering you admire under the hood? It’s actually
throughout the entire car. There are more than a dozen safety features specifi cally
designed to help you prevent a collision. And even more to help protect you in the
event of one. So no matter what happens, we’ll do our best to help keep you safe.
This is a dramatization and does not depict what will happen in a collision. All airbags will not inflate in real-world crashes, and if multiple airbags do deploy,they will be in various stages of inflating/deflating and will never all be inflated at the same
time. *Airbags are supplemental restraints only and will not deploy under all crash circumstances. Always use safety belts and seat children only in the rear, using restraint systems appropriate for their size and age. **The Intelligent Crash Response
System (ICRS) will only activate in a collision where the airbags deploy or safety belt pretensioners activate. Not all collisions cause airbags to deploy or safety belt pretensioners to activate. †“Top Safety Pick”based on 31 mph side-impact crash test,
40 mph frontal-offset crash test, 20 mph rear-impact test,roof strength testing, and the availability of ESC. Test performed by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. For details, visit www.iihs.org.See vw.com for more information on safety features.

TDI 2-Door with Sunroof and Navigation shown in United Gray Metallic
quick
getaways
113
3or
Years
No-charge scheduled Carefree Maintenance.
*
*The Volkswagen Carefree Maintenance Program covers the vehicle’s scheduled maintenance for three years or 36,000 miles,
whichever comes first. Coverage during the term of the new vehicle limited warranty at no additional charge. Some limitations
apply. See dealer or vehicle maintenance program booklet for details.
Changing your oil, rotating your tires, topping off the windshield
wiper fluid — do you remember to do all that stuff? Your car does.
Right there in your instrument panel. Both it and your dealer will let
you know when it’s time to schedule your appointment. And for
three years, or 36,000 miles, we’ve got you covered. That’s why
we call it carefree. Come by for a courtesy vehicle check within the
first 90 days, or 6,000 miles, and ask us any questions you have
while we give your Golf a basic checkup. Then, come by every
year, or 10,000 miles, for your remaining scheduled maintenance
checks. It’s that simple.

Specs
Specs
Comfort cont. 2.5L TDI
3-spoke, leather-wrapped, multi-function steering wheel, height-adjustable, with
telescoping steering column CS
2 12V power outlets: 1 in front, 1 in rear
4 cupholders: 2 front, 2 rear
Titan Black cloth seating surfaces
Power windows with pinch protection and automatic 1-touch feature, operable from
driver's side only
Technology 2.5L TDI
8-speaker sound system with MP3- and WMA-compatible in-dash CD player,
AM/FM radio –
Premium VIII touchscreen sound system with HD Radio, MP3- and WMA-compatible
in-dash 6-disc CD changer, and 8 speakers CS
RNS 315 navigation and entertainment system with 5" color touchscreen in center
console and SD memory card reader –SN, TP
SiriusXM Satellite Radio with 3-month trial subscription CS
Media Device Interface (MDI) with iPod cable CS
AUX-in for portable audio players
Bluetooth with audio streaming* C, CS
Dynaudio premium sound system with 8 high-end speakers (4 tweeters, 4 bass/midrange),
300-watt amplifier, and DSP (Digital Sound Processor) technology –TP
Keyless access with push-button s tar t** –TP
Safety 2.5L TDI
Crash-optimized front end
Immobilizer III theft-deterrent system
Driver and passenger front and side thorax airbag supplemental restraint systems†
Side Curtain Protection® head airbags, front and rear†
Front seat safety belt pretensioners with load limiters
Height-adjustable front 3-point safety belts and 3 rear 3-point safety belts†
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) child seat anchor points
Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR), Electronic Differential Lock
(EDL), and Engine Braking Assist (E BA)
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (EBD), and
Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)
Intelligent Crash Response System (ICRS)††
Quality 2.5L TDI
12-year/unlimited mileage Limited Warranty Against Corrosion Perforation
5-year/60,000-mile (whichever occurs first) Powertrain Limited Warranty
3-year/36,000-mile (whichever occurs first) New Vehicle Limited Warranty
3-year/36,000-mile (whichever occurs first) Roadside Assistance‡
3-year/36,000-mile (whichever occurs first) no-charge scheduled
Carefree Maintenance® Program‡‡
Dimensions
Wheelbase 101.5 inches (2,578 mm)
Length 165.4 inches (4,201 mm)
Width 70.3 inches (1,786 mm)
Height 58.2 inches (1,479 mm)
Cargo volume 15 cu. ft. (0.4 cu. m)
Cargo volume (with rear seats folded down) 46 cu. ft. (1.3 cu. m)
Design 2.5L TDI
Fully galvanized sheet metal
Tinted glass
Halogen headlights with clear, lightweight, chip-resistant polycarbonate lenses and
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
Bi-Xenon high-intensity headlights with LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) and Adaptive
Front-lighting System (AFS) –TP
Power-operated, heated side mirrors with integrated turn signals
Power tilting/sliding tinted sunroof CS SN, TP
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
15" steel wheels –
17" alloy wheels with anti-theft wheel locks –
Windshield wipers, variable intermittent
Heated windshield washer nozzles C, CS
Halogen reflector lens foglights –
Performance 2.5L TDI
2.5L, 20-valve, DOHC, in-line 5-cylinder engine; 170 hp, 177 lbs/ft of torque –
2.0L, 16-valve, in-line 4-cylinder turbocharged TDI Clean Diesel engine with common rail
direct injection; 140 hp, 236 lbs/ft of torque –
Power-assisted front vented disc brakes (11.3 in.) and rear solid disc brakes (10.7 in.)
Electromechanical power steering with variable assistance and active return
Independent suspension with front MacPherson struts and rear fully independent
4-link suspension
5-speed manual transmission –
6-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic and Sport mode –
6-speed manual transmission –
6-speed DSG automatic transmission with Tiptronic and Sport mode –
Comfort 2.5L TDI
Climatic manual single-zone climate control with pollen filter
Anti-theft alarm system for doors, hood, trunk, and radio with audible and visual
activation
Front center armrest, adjustable
Cruise control
Front and rear floor mats
Multi-function trip computer featuring compass, trip time, trip length, average trip speed,
average trip fuel consumption, current fuel consumption, miles to empty, radio station
display, personalizing function
Speedometer, tachometer, odometer, trip odometer, fuel guage, coolant temperature gauge,
gear indicator (if equipped with automatic transmission), outside temperature, warning lights,
and clock
2 radio-frequency remote transmitter key fobs with lock, unlock, rear hatch release, and
panic button for central locking
Automatic locking feature (doors lock when vehicle reaches 8 mph, unlock automatically
upon airbag deployment)
Child-safety rear door locks (4-Door only)
Driver and passenger visor vanity mirrors, illuminated and with covers
8-way manually adjustable driver seat, fully reclining and height-adjustable
Lumbar support, adjustable for driver and front passenger seats
Heated front seats C, CS
60/40-split folding rear seat with center armrest and pass-through
3-spoke steering wheel, height-adjustable, with telescoping steering column –
3-spoke, leather-wrapped steering wheel, height-adjustable, with
telescopic steering column C–
*Requires compatible device. **See back cover for important information on this feature. †Airbags are supplemental restraints only and will not deploy under all crash circumstances. Always use safety belts and seat children only in the rear, using restraint systems appropriate for their size and age. ††The Intelligent Crash
Response System (ICRS) will only activate in a collision where the airbags deploy or safety belt pretensioners activate. Not all collisions cause airbags to deploy or safety belt pretensioners to activate. ‡Roadside Assistance provided by Signature Motor Club, Inc., and Signature Motor Club of California,Inc. ‡‡The Volkswagen
Carefree Maintenance Program covers the vehicle’s scheduled maintenance for three years or 36,000 miles,whichever comes first. Coverage during the term of the new vehicle limited warranty at no additional charge. Some limitations apply. See dealer or vehicle maintenance program booklet for details.
Standard, at no additional cost
C Convenience
SN Sunroof and Navigation
– Not Available
Optional, additional cost
CS Convenience and Sunroof
TP Technology Package
Golf 2.5L with Convenience and Sunroof
Includes Golf 2.5L with Convenience features, plus: power tilting/sliding
sunroof; leather-wrapped multi-function steering wheel; Premium VIII
touchscreen sound system with HD Radio,™ MP3- and WMA-compatible
in-dash 6-disc CD changer, SD memory card reader, and SiriusXM Satellite
Radio with 3-month trial subscription; Media Device Interface (MDI) with
iPod® cable.
Options
6-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic® and Sport mode.
4-Door model includes 2-Door features, plus: rear doors; rear power
windows; rear child safety door locks; power reclining for front seats.
Golf 2.5L
Includes: 2.5L, 170-hp engine; 5-speed manual transmission; 15"
steel wheels and all-season tires; 4-wheel independent suspension;
electromechanical speed-sensitive power steering; anti-theft vehicle
alarm system; Daytime Running Lights (DRL); Climatic climate control;
power windows; power door locks; 8-speaker sound system with MP3-
and WMA-compatible in-dash CD player, AM/ FM radio, and AUX-in
for portable audio players; adjustable front center armrest; cloth sport
seats with 8-way manually adjustable driver’s seat, fully reclining with
adjustable head restraints; 60/40-split folding rear seat; front and rear
floor mats; 4-wheel disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS),
Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR), Electronic Brake-pressure Distribution (EBD),
Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA); Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
Golf 2.5L with Convenience
Includes Golf 2.5L features, plus: heated front seats and washer nozzles;
Bluetooth® with audio streaming;* leather-wrapped steering wheel, shift
knob and brake handle.
Golf 2.5L
Specifications
Golf 2.0L TDI Clean Diesel
Includes Golf 2.5L with Convenience features, plus: 2.0L, 140-hp TDI
engine, 6-speed manual transmission; sport suspension; halogen reflector
lens foglights; 17" alloy wheels; leather-wrapped multi-function steering
wheel; Premium VIII touchscreen sound system with HD Radio, MP3- and
WMA-compatible in-dash 6-disc CD changer, SD memory card reader,
and SiriusXM Satellite Radio with 3-month trial subscription; Media Device
Interface (MDI) with iPod cable.
Golf 2.0L TDI Clean Diesel with Sunroof
and Navigation
Includes Golf 2.0L TDI Clean Diesel features, plus: power tilting/sliding
sunroof; RNS 315 navigation system with 5" color touchscreen in center
console.
Golf 2.0L TDI Clean Diesel with
Technology Package
Includes Golf 2.0L TDI Clean Diesel with Sunroof and Navigation features,
plus: Dynaudio® premium sound system; keyless access with push-button
start;** Bi-Xenon high-intensity headlights with LED Daytime Running
Lights (DRL) and Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS).
Options
6-speed DSG® automatic transmission with Tiptronic and Sport mode.
4-Door model includes 2-Door features, plus: rear doors; rear power
windows; rear child safety door locks; power reclining for front seats.
Golf 2.0L TDI®
Clean Diesel
Trims and

Candy White
Blue Graphite MetallicTornado Red
ExteriorAccessoriesWheels
drivergear.vw.comStandard
Rear Hatch Spoiler Heavy Duty Trunk Liner with CarGo Blocks Base Carrier Bars with Bike Holder AttachmentTDI 17" Salamanca
MojoMat®Monster Mat®Base Carrier Bars with Snowboard/Ski Attachment
18" Topas17" Bi-Color Onyx 18" Karthoum
Black
Reflex Silver Metallic United Gray Metallic
Interior
Titan Black
Cloth

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effi cient,* eco-conscious, and fun to drive. The Volkswagen line features a variety of BlueMotion®
technologies — from TDI engines to precision fuel injection — designed to make our vehicles as
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