1985 Volkswagen Golf/GTI

The 1985 Volkswagen Golf/GTI is listed in 4 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 1.6 L 4-cyl diesel and 1.8 L 4-cyl powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 23 to 35 MPG (best: 6.7 L/100 km).

Model year1985
Versions4
ClassCompact Cars
DriveFront-Wheel Drive

Engines, transmissions & fuel economy

VersionPowertrainTransmissionDriveFuelMPG city / hwy / combL/100 km (comb)CO2 g/miClass
Golf/GTI1.6 L 4-cyl dieselManual 5-spdFront-Wheel DriveDiesel31 / 41 / 356.7291Compact Cars
Golf/GTI1.8 L 4-cylAutomatic 3-spdFront-Wheel DriveRegular21 / 25 / 2310.2386Compact Cars
Golf/GTI1.8 L 4-cylManual 5-spdFront-Wheel DriveRegular23 / 29 / 259.4355Compact Cars
Golf/GTI1.8 L 4-cylManual 5-spdFront-Wheel DriveRegular23 / 31 / 269.0342Compact Cars

Figures are EPA estimates for the U.S. market (U.S. gallons). Your mileage will vary. Transmissions: (S6) = 6-speed with manual select mode, (AV) = continuously variable, (AM) = automated manual.

Safety recalls

Check the NHTSA recall database for the 1985 Volkswagen Golf/GTI.

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