2016 Volkswagen Golf/GTI
The 2016 Volkswagen Golf/GTI is listed in 9 versions in the EPA fuel economy database, with 1.8 L 4-cyl turbo, 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo and Electric, 85 kW AC PMSM powertrains. Combined fuel economy ranges from 25 to 116 MPG.
Model year2016
Versions9
ClassCompact Cars, Small Station Wagons
DriveAll-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Engines, transmissions & fuel economy
| Version | Powertrain | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | MPG city / hwy / comb | L/100 km (comb) | CO2 g/mi | EV range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTI | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 25 / 33 / 28 | 8.4 | 319 | Compact Cars |
| GTI | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 25 / 34 / 28 | 8.4 | 311 | Compact Cars |
| Golf | 1.8 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 25 / 35 / 29 | 8.1 | 309 | Compact Cars |
| Golf | 1.8 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 25 / 36 / 29 | 8.1 | 305 | Compact Cars |
| Golf R | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 23 / 30 / 25 | 9.4 | 347 | Compact Cars |
| Golf R | 2.0 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | Premium | 22 / 31 / 25 | 9.4 | 354 | Compact Cars |
| Golf SportWagen | 1.8 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 25 / 34 / 29 | 8.1 | 310 | Small Station Wagons |
| Golf SportWagen | 1.8 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | 25 / 35 / 28 | 8.4 | 313 | Small Station Wagons |
| e-Golf | Electric, 85 kW AC PMSM | Automatic (A1) | Front-Wheel Drive | Electricity | 116 MPGe | 29 kWh/100 mi | 0 | 83 mi |
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 2016 Volkswagen Golf/GTI.