Highlights
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Dual Exhaust Tips
They’re a complement to the rear of your VW Golf. Or, maybe they’re two complements.
Standard In: 2-door, 4-door, 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI
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Exterior Signal Mirrors
The side view mirrors have the blinkers built right into them. This helps vehicles to the left or right of you know when you’re turning or changing lanes much more easily. And as an added bonus, it’s easier to spot when you’ve left your blinker on.
Standard In: 2-door, 4-door, 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI
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Galvanized Body
Like it's predecessor the VW Rabbit, all of the body panels on the VW Golf are built with fully galvanized steel. Which helps prevent rust or whatever else may be caused by unknown city sludge.
Standard In: 2-door, 4-door, 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI
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Heatable Washer Nozzles
What good are washer nozzles if they are frozen closed? Your washer nozzles on your VW heat up to keep ice from forming over them.
Optional In: 2-door, 4-door, 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI
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Integrated Logo
To the untrained eye, it may seem like there is no trunk latch on the Golf at all. But, it’s actually part of the shiny VW logo right in the middle of the hatch. It’s fun to let friends figure that one out on their own.
Standard In: 2-door, 4-door, 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI
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Laser Seam Welding
The welding technique that is used on the VW Golf. It’s seamless and helps create a more rigid body. Which equals less flex. Which equals a safer ride with better handling. Plus. Plus.
Standard In: 2-door, 4-door, 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI
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Heatable Front Seats
Keep warm on cool nights or freezing mornings. With five different settings so you'll be sure to find your comfort zone whether that's warm or super toasty.
Optional In: 2-door, 4-door, 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI
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Immobilizer III
Part of the theft deterrent system, this system will allow the vehicle to start only if a key with the appropriate digital coding is inserted into the ignition. If anything without that coding is inserted into the ignition, the immobilizer disables the ignition and your VW cannot be started.
Standard In: 2-door, 4-door, 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI
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MDI with iPod® Cable
As an upgrade to the VW Rabbit, the VW Golf now comes equipped with MDI with iPod® cable. This lets you plug your iPod® into the touchscreen Premium VIII radio or RNS-510 Navigation and seamlessly navigate playlists, albums, song titles and more. In other words, this may be the coolest iPod® accessory you ever buy.
Standard In: 2-door TDI and 4-door TDI
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Touchscreen Premium VIII Radio
A sleek touchscreen sound system with eight-speakers, six-CD changer, MP3 connectivity, SD-memory card reader, and an AUX-input for portable audio players. Music to your ears times 4.
Standard In: 2-door TDI and 4-door TDI
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The RNS-510 Navigation
The RNS-510 Navigation System is a multimedia hub designed for more than just guiding your way. This powerful system has an integrated 30GB hard drive ready to play any audio CDs or DVD movies. Or, link your MP3 player with the built-in MEDIA-IN USB port.
Optional In: 2-door TDI and 4-door TDI
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Multi-function Steering Wheel
The multi-function steering wheel can be adjusted up and down and in and out to the perfect position for you. You've even got control of the audio system and the multi-function onboard computer right at your fingertips. So, you can keep your hands on the wheel. A good thing while driving.
Standard In: 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI
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170hp Engine
The VW Golf comes equipped with the same 170hp engine as its predecessor, the VW Rabbit. Chances are a 2.5L, 177lbs-ft torque, 20-valve DOHC, in-line five cylinder engine is more than you’ll ever need. That’s why we put it there.
Standard In: 2-door and 4-door
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Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP)
In conjunction with the ABS, ASR and EDL, plus additional sensors, the Electronic Stabilization Program helps the driver maintain their intended course during evasive maneuvering, like avoiding an accident, by applying brake pressure to specific wheels.
Standard In: 2-door, 4-door, 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI
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Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR)
Anti-Slip Regulation helps prevent wheel slippage at all speeds and denies engine power in situations when wheel slip is detected. So, balance and equal traction are never compromised.*
Standard In: 2-door, 4-door, 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI
*Obey all speed and traffic laws.
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Independent Suspension
Independent suspension provides handling, control and ride benefits. Since each wheel is able to pivot and be suspended separately from all other wheels, it creates a nice, smooth ride in your VW.
Standard In: 2-door, 4-door, 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI
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TDI Engine
Newly available on the VW Golf is the TDI engine, which was unavailable on the VW Rabbit. The TDI Clean Diesel engine decreases up to 95 percent of all sooty emissions, making it a fuel-efficient powerhouse. And don't forget, the "T" in TDI stands for turbocharged. This Golf can move.
Standard In: 2-door TDI and 4-door TDI
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Vented Front-Wheel Disc Brakes
Yet another upgraded safety feature VW chooses to offer standard that others don't even offer. When you push the brake pedal, pads squeeze both sides of the disc, creating heat. Our vented front brake rotors are designed for autobahn speeds and can more effectively dissipate heat. When mated to the most effective ABS platform available to date, braking confidence is a standard feature.
Standard In: 2-door, 4-door, 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI
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Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)
ABS stands for the Anti-lock Brake System. It's an electronically regulated hydraulic braking system which helps prevent the vehicle from sliding under hard braking by preventing wheel lock-up. ABS, some say it means Always Brake Safely.
Standard In: 2-door, 4-door, 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI
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Engine Braking Assist (EBA)
Sometimes when you downshift too hard, the reduced gear ratio and engine compression can cause skidding. Not with the intelligence of VW at the wheel. Using the wheel speed sensors, the system monitors the drive wheels for slippage and modulates engine braking torque to prevent skidding.
Standard In: 2-door, 4-door, 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI
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Height Adjustable Telescopic Steering Wheel
If it’s easier for you to reach everything, it’s easier for you to drive more safely. This feature gives you a custom fit, while allowing the airbag* to be placed in the best possible position for you. Literally, and figuratively. Also, the steering column is designed to collapse like a telescope to help reduce impact on impact.
Standard In: 2-door, 4-door, 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI
*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.
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Pinch Protection on Power Windows
Every VW is equipped with power windows. It’s not because we think you’re lazy, it’s because we think you deserve it. And they all have pinch protection, which helps reduce the risk of injury to a set of unsuspecting fingers when the windows are closing.
Standard In: 2-door, 4-door, 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI
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Six Airbags
With 6 standard airbags* in the 2-door and 8 available in the 4-door, all occupants receive optimum protection, regardless of seating position or direction of the impact.
Standard In: 2-door, 4-door, 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI
*2009 VW Jetta shown. 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. This is a dramatization and does not depict what will happen in an accident. All bags will not inflate in real world accidents and if multiple bags do deploy they will be in various stages of inflating/deflating and will never all be inflated at the same time.
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System helps maintain optimal safety, performance and fuel economy because it continuously monitors tire pressure and alerts you when it's too low.
Standard In: 2-door, 4-door, 2-door TDI, 4-door TDI