2012 Volkswagen Golf Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 6 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: Sixth generation (5K).
- Length165.4 in – 165.8 in
- Width70.0 in – 70.3 in
- Height57.8 in – 58.3 in
- Wheelbase101.5 in
- Curb weight2,968 lb – 3,325 lb
- Length165.4 in – 165.8 in
- Height57.8 in – 58.3 in
- Wheelbase101.5 in
- Curb weight2,968 lb – 3,325 lb
- Width70.0 in – 70.3 in
Proportional exterior silhouette from catalog length, width and height. The explorer below is a systems map — different purpose, not a second silhouette.
Explore your 2012 Volkswagen Golf
Interactive systems diagram for this model year — measure, check fitment, and open the matching SpecSizes tools. Schematic only; not photorealistic body styling.
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Available for this vehicle
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Select a system below or on the diagram. This schematic marks measurement areas — it is not body-accurate styling.
Catalog summaries
Exterior: 165.4 in – 165.8 in · 70.0 in – 70.3 in · 57.8 in – 58.3 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x112, bore 57.1 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS, P225/40HR18.0 BSW performance AS, P225/45HR17.0 BSW performance AS, 195/65R15…. Tire sizes
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- Wheel fitment & interchangeCompare donor or custom wheels
Exterior dimensions
| Length | 165.4 in – 165.8 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 70.0 in – 70.3 in |
| Height | 57.8 in – 58.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 39.3 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 38.5 in |
| Front legroom | 41.2 in |
| Rear legroom | 35.5 in |
| Front shoulder room | 54.7 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 52.8 in – 54.6 in |
| Passenger volume | 93.0 cu ft |
| Luggage volume | 14.7 cu ft – 15.1 cu ft |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 2,968 lb – 3,325 lb |
|---|---|
| GVWR | 4,234 lb – 4,278 lb |
| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 2,500 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 177 – 243 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS
- P225/40HR18.0 BSW performance AS
- P225/45HR17.0 BSW performance AS
- 195/65R15
- 205/55R16
- 225/40R18
- 225/45R17
- 235/35R19
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver24"
- Passenger19"
- Rear11"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- H4
- H5-AGM
- H6-AGM
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-304.5 qt
- 5W-405.8 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (6 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 2-Door 2dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback | 165.4 | 70.3 | 58.3 | 101.5 | — | 2968 |
| 2.5L 4-Door 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback | 165.4 | 70.3 | 58.3 | 101.5 | — | 3102 |
| R 2dr All-wheel Drive Hatchback | 165.8 | 70.0 | 57.8 | 101.5 | — | 3325 |
| R 4dr All-wheel Drive Hatchback | 165.8 | 70.0 | 57.8 | 101.5 | — | 3325 |
| TDI 2-Door 2dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback | 165.4 | 70.3 | 58.3 | 101.5 | — | 2994 |
| TDI 4-Door 4dr Front-wheel Drive Hatchback | 165.4 | 70.3 | 58.3 | 101.5 | — | 3074 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (Sixth generation (5K)): years 2010–2014. View model overview