1996 Volkswagen Golf Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 1996 Volkswagen Golf lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 4  Golf TDI Hatchback 4D | 2 of 4 Golf GL Hatchback 4D | 3 of 4  Golf GTI Hatchback 2D | 4 of 4  Golf GTI VR6 Hatchback 2D | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fair Market Price | $2,817 | $2,822 | $2,858 | $3,072 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 34/Hwy 44/Comb 38 MPG | City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG | City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG | City 17/Hwy 24/Comb 20 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gas | Gas | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 90 @ 3750 RPM | 115 @ 5400 RPM | 115 @ 5400 RPM | 172 @ 5800 RPM | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | V6, 2.8 Liter | ||
| Cargo Volume | 17.00 cu ft | 17.00 cu ft | 17.00 cu ft | 17.00 cu ft | ||
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 | ||
| Torque | 149 lb-ft | 122 lb-ft | 122 lb-ft | 173 lb-ft | ||
| Turning Circle | 32.8 feet | 32.8 feet | 32.8 feet | 34.2 feet | ||
| 0 - 60 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 9 seconds |
| Child Seat Anchors | Not available | Standard | Not available | Not available | ||
| Child Door Locks | Standard | Standard | Not available | Not available | ||
| Traction Control | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Torque | 149 @ 3750 RPM | 122 @ 5400 RPM | 122 @ 5400 RPM | 173 @ 5800 RPM | ||
| 0 to 60 | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | 9 seconds | ||
| Top Speed | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | 118 mph |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Diesel | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | ||
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Curb Weight | 2650 pounds | 2529 pounds | 2557 pounds | 2811 pounds | ||
| EPA Total Interior | 105 cubic feet | 105 cubic feet | Not Available | 104 cubic feet | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 39.2 inches | 39.2 inches | 37.5 inches | 37.5 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 42.3 inches | 42.3 inches | 42.3 inches | 42.3 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 4.8 inches | 4.8 inches | 4.8 inches | 4.8 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 160.4 inches | 160.4 inches | 160.4 inches | 160.4 inches | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 53.8 inches | 53.8 inches | 54 inches | 54 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | 32.8 feet | 32.8 feet | 32.8 feet | 34.2 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 97.4 inches | 97.4 inches | 97.4 inches | 97.4 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 66.7 inches | 66.7 inches | 66.7 inches | 66.7 inches |
FAQs
Is the 1996 Volkswagen Golf a powerful car?
It depends on your definition of powerful. The 1996 Golf ranges in power from the TDI Hatchback 4D with 90 horsepower to the GTI VR6 Hatchback 2D with 172 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 9 seconds. For a more detailed look at the 1996 Golf specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1996 Volkswagen Golf specs page.
How fast is the 1996 Volkswagen Golf?
The 1996 Golf ranges in power from the TDI Hatchback 4D with 90 horsepower to the GTI VR6 Hatchback 2D with 172 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 9 seconds. For a more detailed look at the 1996 Golf specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1996 Volkswagen Golf specs page.
What are the levels of Volkswagen Golfs?
The 1996 Volkswagen Golf comes in 4 different trims, ranging from the TDI Hatchback 4D with a base MSRP of $2,817.00 to the GTI VR6 Hatchback 2D with a base MSRP of $3,072.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 1996 Golf specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 1996 Volkswagen Golf specs page.
What features does the Volkswagen Golf 1996 have?
1996 Volkswagen Golf features include AM/FM Radio, Driver Airbag, and Passenger Airbag. For a full list of All 1996 Golf trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 1996 Volkswagen Golf specs page.