Volkswagen Golf Mk7
Produced from 2012–2020, the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 (5G) is catalogued here with 3 powertrains. 3 petrol, spanning 125 to 300 hp. The quickest version, the R 2.0 TSI 4MOTION, covers 0–100 km/h in 4.9 seconds. For fuel costs, the 1.4 TSI leads the range at 47 MPG (EPA combined). Externally it measures 4255 × 1790 × 1452 mm on a 2637 mm wheelbase. Full engine, transmission, performance, economy and weight data is compared trim-by-trim below, with EPA and NHTSA sources cited at the bottom of the page.
Generation Quick Facts: The Volkswagen Golf Mk7 (5G) was manufactured from 2012 – 2020 (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 model years) as a hatchback. Across 3 verified powertrains, power outputs range from 125 to 300 hp, with top fuel economy reaching 47.0 MPG combined (1.4 TSI).
Power range
125–300 hp
Quickest 0–100
4.9 s
Best combined
47 MPG
Length
4.25 m
01Decision support
Which Golf Mk7 suits you?
Daily driver · least fuel
1.4 TSI
47.0 MPG combined
It burns up to 38% less fuel per mile than the thirstiest Golf Mk7.
Performance · quickest
R 2.0 TSI 4MOTION
0–100 km/h in 4.9s · 300 hp
Genuinely quick, with hot-hatch pace from a family body.
Sweet spot · balance
GTI 2.0 TSI
220 hp · 34.0 MPG
Sits mid-range for power without paying the fuel or price tax of the flagship trim. Usually the best value on the used market.
023 powertrains (3 petrol)
Full specifications
| Specification | 1.4 TSIPetrol | GTI 2.0 TSIPetrol | R 2.0 TSI 4MOTIONPetrol |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | |||
| Engine code | EA211 | EA888 gen3 | EA888 gen3 |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol |
| Displacement | 1.4L (1,395 cc) | 2.0L (1,984 cc) | 2.0L (1,984 cc) |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 | I4 |
| Power & Performance | |||
| Power | 125 hp / 93 kW | 220 hp / 164 kW | 300 hp / 224 kW |
| Torque | 200 Nm / 148 lb-ft | 350 Nm / 258 lb-ft | 380 Nm / 280 lb-ft |
| 0–100 km/h | 9.1 s | 6.5 s | 4.9 s |
| Top speed | 204 km/h (127 mph) | 246 km/h (153 mph) | 250 km/h (155 mph) |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | |||
| Transmission | Manual | Manual | Dual-clutch |
| Gears | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD |
| Fuel Economy & Emissions | |||
| City | 40 MPG (5.9 L/100km) | 29 MPG (8.1 L/100km) | 26 MPG (9.0 L/100km) |
| Highway | 55 MPG (4.3 L/100km) | 40 MPG (5.9 L/100km) | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100km) |
| Combined | 47 MPG (5.0 L/100km) | 34 MPG (6.9 L/100km) | 29 MPG (8.1 L/100km) |
| Electric range | — | — | — |
| Battery | — | — | — |
| CO₂ emissions | 123 g/km | 148 g/km | 165 g/km |
| Weight & Body | |||
| Curb weight | 1,265 kg (2,789 lbs) | 1,351 kg (2,978 lbs) | 1,445 kg (3,186 lbs) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Model years | 2012–2020 | 2012–2020 | 2012–2020 |
0Exterior
Dimensions
Length
4,255 mm
167.5 in
Width
1,790 mm
70.5 in
Height
1,452 mm
57.2 in
Wheelbase
2,637 mm
103.8 in
Curb weight spans 1,265–1,445 kg depending on powertrain. Battery and AWD hardware add the most mass.
05Long-tail answers
Golf Mk7: questions answered
What engines and trims are available on the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 (5G)?
The Volkswagen Golf Mk7 (5G) lineup offers 3 petrol: 1.4 TSI (125 hp), GTI 2.0 TSI (220 hp), R 2.0 TSI 4MOTION (300 hp).
How quick is the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 (5G) from 0 to 100 km/h?
The fastest trim, the R 2.0 TSI 4MOTION, accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9s, reaching a top speed of 250 km/h (155 mph) with the R 2.0 TSI 4MOTION.
What is the most fuel-efficient Volkswagen Golf Mk7 (5G) trim?
The 1.4 TSI delivers the highest fuel economy at 47.0 MPG (EPA combined). Across the 3 powertrains, fuel economy spans 29–47 combined MPG.
What model years are included in the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 (5G)?
The Volkswagen Golf Mk7 (5G) was produced from 2012 – 2020, spanning the following model years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020.
What are the exterior dimensions of the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 (5G)?
4255 mm long, 1790 mm wide, 1452 mm tall on a 2637 mm wheelbase (167.5 in overall length).
06Cross-shop
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Sources for this page
- EPA fuel-economy records: Volkswagen GolfCertification data, 2012–2020
- NHTSA vehicle file: recalls, complaints and investigations2012 Volkswagen Golf, official safety record
- NHTSA vPIC vehicle databasePowers our VIN decoder, the federal manufacturer registry
- Volkswagen official: data sheets and archiveManufacturer-published specifications
Figures on this page are compiled from the sources above and cross-checked against manufacturer data sheets. US-market EPA cycle where noted; European WLTP values are measured differently and are not directly comparable.
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