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Free Volkswagen Golf GTI 3 Doors VIN Decoder

Decode your Volkswagen Golf GTI 3 Doors VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 6 variants (2008–2013). No registration.

2008–2013 6 variants Hatchback Petrol
Volkswagen Golf GTI 3 Doors
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Volkswagen Golf GTI 3 Doors specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each Golf GTI 3 Doors variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
Edition 35 - 2.0L TSI 6AT FWD (235 HP) 2008–2013 Petrol 2.0 L 232 bhp DCT 6sp FWD —
Edition 35 - 2.0L TSI 6MT FWD (235 HP) 2008–2013 Petrol 2.0 L 232 bhp MANUAL 6sp FWD —
2.0L TSI 6AT FWD (210 HP) 2008–2013 Petrol 2.0 L 208 bhp DCT 6sp FWD —
2.0L TSI 6MT FWD (210 HP) 2008–2013 Petrol 2.0 L 208 bhp MANUAL 6sp FWD —
2.0L T-FSI 6AT FWD (200 HP) 2008–2013 Petrol 2.0 L 197 bhp DCT 6sp FWD —
2.0L T-FSI 6MT FWD (200 HP) 2008–2013 Petrol 2.0 L 197 bhp MANUAL 6sp FWD —

Specifications are indicative, from open data (cardata.wiki). Decode your VIN above to confirm the exact build.

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Volkswagen Golf GTI 3 Doors VIN FAQ

What does a Volkswagen Golf GTI 3 Doors VIN tell you?+
A Volkswagen Golf GTI 3 Doors VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a Volkswagen Golf GTI 3 Doors?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the Volkswagen Golf GTI 3 Doors made?+
Our database covers the Volkswagen Golf GTI 3 Doors for model years 2008–2013, across 6 variants.
Is the Volkswagen Golf GTI 3 Doors VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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