2023 Volkswagen Golf Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2023 Volkswagen Golf lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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	1 of 6 Golf GTI S Hatchback Sedan 4D	2 of 6 Golf GTI 40th Anniversary Edition Hatchback Sedan 4D	3 of 6 Golf GTI SE Hatchback Sedan 4D	4 of 6 Golf GTI Autobahn Hatchback Sedan 4D	5 of 6 Golf R 20th Anniversary Edition Hatchback Sedan 4D	6 of 6 Golf R Hatchback Sedan 4D
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Fair Market Price	$23,641	$26,431	$29,064	$29,784	$38,079	$41,122
Fuel Economy	City 24/Hwy 34/Comb 28 MPG	City 24/Hwy 34/Comb 28 MPG	City 24/Hwy 34/Comb 28 MPG	City 24/Hwy 34/Comb 28 MPG	City 23/Hwy 30/Comb 26 MPG	City 23/Hwy 30/Comb 26 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
Horsepower	241 @ 5000 RPM	241 @ 5000 RPM	241 @ 5000 RPM	241 @ 5000 RPM	315 @ 5900 RPM	315 @ 5600 RPM
Engine	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter
Cargo Volume	34.50 cu ft	34.50 cu ft	34.50 cu ft	34.50 cu ft	34.50 cu ft	34.50 cu ft
Cylinders	4	4	4	4	4	4
Torque	273 lb-ft	273 lb-ft	273 lb-ft	273 lb-ft	280 lb-ft	295 lb-ft
Turning Circle	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	39.3 feet	39.3 feet
Curb Weight	3,206 pounds	N/A	3,206 pounds	3,206 pounds	3,481 pounds	3,481 pounds

Blind-Spot Alert	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Collision Warning System	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Emergency & Security Services	Standard	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Seat Anchors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Traction Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Optional	Standard	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Remote Keyless Entry	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Smartphone Interface	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Internet Access	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Push-Button Engine Start	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Navigation System	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Voice Recognition System	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Touch Screen Monitor	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Hands Free Phone	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

iPod Interface	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Premium Radio	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Not Available
Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Not Available
Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Satellite Radio	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Remote Keyless Entry	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cruise Control	Optional	Standard	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional
Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Not Available
Heated Mirrors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Integrated Garage Door Opener	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional	Optional

Torque

273 @ 5000 RPM

280 @ 5900 RPM

295 @ 5600 RPM

Leather Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard	Standard
Folding Rear Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Dual Power Front Seats	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Driver's Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Window Defroster	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cup Holder Count	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alloy Wheels	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Fog Lights	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Not Available
Rear Spoiler	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alarm System

Standard

Drivetrain	FWD	FWD	FWD	FWD	AWD	AWD
Hill Start Assist	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Limited Slip Differential	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Not Available
Recommended Fuel	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular	Premium	Premium
Stability Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight	3206 pounds	Not Available	3206 pounds	3206 pounds	3481 pounds	3481 pounds
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gallons	13.2 gallons	13.2 gallons	13.2 gallons	14.5 gallons	14.5 gallons
Front Head Room	38.5 inches	38.5 inches	38.5 inches	38.5 inches	38.5 inches	38.5 inches
Front Leg Room	41.2 inches	41.2 inches	41.2 inches	41.2 inches	41.2 inches	41.2 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance	4.7 inches	4.7 inches	4.7 inches	4.7 inches	4.7 inches	4.7 inches
Overall Length	168.8 inches	168.8 inches	168.8 inches	168.8 inches	168.9 inches	168.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room	55.9 inches	55.9 inches	55.9 inches	55.9 inches	55.9 inches	55.9 inches
Turning Diameter	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	35.8 feet	39.3 feet	39.3 feet
Wheel Base	103.6 inches	103.6 inches	103.6 inches	103.6 inches	103.5 inches	103.5 inches
Width with mirrors	70.4 inches	70.4 inches	70.4 inches	70.4 inches	70.4 inches	70.4 inches

FAQs

Is the 2023 Volkswagen Golf a powerful car?

It depends on your definition of powerful. The 2023 Golf ranges in power from the S Hatchback Sedan 4D with 241 horsepower to the Hatchback Sedan 4D with 315 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2023 Golf specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2023 Volkswagen Golf specs page.

How fast is the 2023 Volkswagen Golf?

The 2023 Golf ranges in power from the S Hatchback Sedan 4D with 241 horsepower to the Hatchback Sedan 4D with 315 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2023 Golf specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2023 Volkswagen Golf specs page.

What are the levels of Volkswagen Golfs?

The 2023 Volkswagen Golf comes in 6 different trims, ranging from the S Hatchback Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $23,641.00 to the Hatchback Sedan 4D with a base MSRP of $41,122.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2023 Golf specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2023 Volkswagen Golf specs page.

What features does the Volkswagen Golf 2023 have?

2023 Volkswagen Golf features include AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, and Child Door Locks. For a full list of All 2023 Golf trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2023 Volkswagen Golf specs page.