1996 Volkswagen Golf/GTI Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 1996 Volkswagen Golf/GTI (19–38 MPG combined) across 4 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Compact Cars
- Drive
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 4-cyl, 1.9 L; 4-cyl, 2.0 L; 6-cyl, 2.8 L
- Fuel type
- Diesel, Regular Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 19–38 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,500–$3,550
- Configurations
- 4
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl 1.9 L · Diesel · Front-Wheel Drive | 34 | 44 | 38 | $2,500 | — |
| 4-cyl 2.0 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 19–20 | 26–28 | 22–23 | $2,900–$3,050 | — |
| 6-cyl 2.8 L · Regular Gasoline · Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,550 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golf/GTI | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 4-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 26 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Golf/GTI | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.9 | Diesel | 34 | 44 | 38 | $2,500 |
| Golf/GTI | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 2.0 | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,900 |
| GTI VR6 | Front-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 6 | 2.8 | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,550 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 1996 Volkswagen Golf/GTI?
According to EPA data, the 1996 Volkswagen Golf/GTI is rated at 19–38 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 1996 Volkswagen Golf/GTI have?
The EPA data lists 4 and 6 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 1996 Volkswagen Golf/GTI use?
It is offered with Diesel and Regular Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 1996 Volkswagen Golf/GTI?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $2,500 to $3,550.