Volkswagen Golf Sixth generation (5K) (2010 - 2014)

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Sixth generation (5K) of Volkswagen Golf has been in production since 2010 by 2014.
In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms. Sixth generation (5K) is longer than the previous generation by 0.5 inches , is wider by 2 inches , is higher by 1.5 inches. The weight of the car has increased by 245 lbs.
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Volkswagen Golf Sixth generation (5K) dimensions and specs
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Sixth generation (5K) | |
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Body style | Hatchback |
Engine options | CBTA, 2.5L I-5, , |
2.0L TSI, 2.0L I-4, 200 HP, 207 lb/ft | |
2.0 TDI, 2.0L I-4, 140 HP, 236 lb/ft | |
Length | 165.4 - 165.8 in |
Width | 70 - 70.3 in |
Height | 57.8 - 58.3 in |
Wheelbase | 101.50 in |
Curb weight | 2968 - 3325 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 - 4 |
Seating capacity | 5 |
Front Headroom | 39.30 in |
Rear Headroom | 38.50 in |
Front shoulder room | 54.5 - 54.7 in |
Rear shoulder room | 52.8 - 54.6 in |
Fuel tank capacity | 14.50 gal |
MPG (City/Highway) | 19 - 30/27 - 42 |
Payload capacity | 999 - 1100 lb |
Towing capacity | 2500 lbs |
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph | 5.7 - 8.3 sec |
¼ mile time | 14 - 16.5 sec |
Volkswagen Golf Common Problems generations
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Volkswagen Golf Sixth generation (5K) production period from 2010 to 2014 drivers have reported 248 complaints. The most common problems are FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, ENGINE.
Model Year | Complaints |
2014 Golf |
7
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2013 Golf |
32
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2012 Golf |
44
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2011 Golf |
102
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2010 Golf |
63
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Problem Category | Number of Problems |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM i was traveling southbound on the freeway in the fast lane at 70 mph when there was a blinking yellow... |
57
~ 48559 miles |
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL after exiting the freeway i was driving in stop and go traffic and the engine cut out without warning. i... |
50
~ 23395 miles |
ENGINE after exiting the freeway i was driving in stop and go traffic and the engine cut out without warning. i... |
42
~ 46932 miles |
AIR BAGS takata recall. in april 2016 i received a safety recall from volkswagen regarding the takata airbags. at that time i... |
40
~ 29833 miles |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM when i turned the key to start the car the dash lights flickered and turned dim. it sounded like it... |
25
~ 30229 miles |
POWER TRAIN leaving a parking lot put the gear into reverse and was going forward. put the gear in parking 3 x... |
25
~ 24219 miles |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 2011 golf tdi automatic (dsg) transmission. cold start stalled while pulling onto main road no accident only because oncoming traffic |
15
~ 12710 miles |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL i was entering the freeway and accelerating when i realized that my car wouldn't go faster than 40mph. i pulled... |
11
~ 40114 miles |
STEERING brand new car drives somewhat erratic. took the car to dealer for alignment check. was advised by dealer that car... |
10
~ 32065 miles |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER key gets stuck in ignition and i cannot turn off the engine. ivoq n n n n v n n... |
9
~ 44205 miles |
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN twice the transmission has failed to engage for approximately 15 seconds after the car was slowed without coming to a... |
9
~ 4651 miles |
BODY > STRUCTURE when i turned the key to start the car the dash lights flickered and turned dim. it sounded like it... |
7
~ 23450 miles |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 2011 volkswagen golf tdi. consumer writes in regards to hpfp investigation *tgw... |
7
~ 11592 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES tl* the contact owns a 2014 volkswagen golf. the contact stated that the abs warning light illuminated. the vehicle was... |
6
~ 26523 miles |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING when starting my golf tdi i received several warning messages on the car's information screen to check turning lights brake... |
6
~ 43725 miles |
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING vehicle has 5800 miles has been running perfectly. driving on i-70 in maryland at 70mph suddenly the vehicle stalls as |
4
~ 10942 miles |
SUSPENSION brand new car drives somewhat erratic. took the car to dealer for alignment check. was advised by dealer that car... |
3
~ 17685 miles |
HORN > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2011 volkswagen golf. within less than two months of owning the vehicle the horn failed... |
2
~ 4000 miles |
SEAT BELTS i drive a 2010 vw golf tdi. it has been used as a work vehicle just to drive back and... |
2
~ 45678 miles |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL i was entering an intersection at 10mph and halfway into the intersection my car stalled and stopped. it slowly bumped... |
2
~ 30000 miles |
MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN 2010 volkswagen golf tdi 6 speed manual: clutch and ignition switch issue. vehicle is clearly one of the easiest cars... |
2
~ 11 miles |
SEATS front seat head restraints (headrests) are tilted forward so aggressively that driving ability is impaired and significant ergonomic discomfort results... |
2
~ 45678 miles |
WHEELS our vw golf came with continental contipro contact tires. with less than 9300 miles on the car we had a... |
1
~ 9230 miles |
TIRES our vw golf came with continental contipro contact tires. with less than 9300 miles on the car we had a... |
1
~ 9230 miles |
STRUCTURE the head liner in my vw golf is falling apart around the rear dome light. the material has separated from... |
1
~ 68000 miles |
FUEL PUMP > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER glow plug and check engine indicator appeared while driving approximately 45 mph in vicinity of the m-10 freeway in detroit... |
1
~ 10995 miles |
AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT 2010 volkswagen golf. consumer writes in regards to fuel system malfunction. *smd the consumer stated in july 2013 the vehicle... |
1
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ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL tl* the contact owns a 2012 volkswagen golf. the contact stated that while driving approximately 2 mph the vehicle erroneously... |
1
~ 6000 miles |
PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS > TIRES 2010 volkswagen golf. consumer writes in regards to malfunction of tire pressure monitoring system. *smd the consumer stated since the... |
1
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM the speedometer on my 2011 vw gti is off it shows i'm going faster than my actual speed. *kb... |
1
~ 880 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC my brand new 2011 vw golf tdi manual car stalls at launch much too easily. i have driven manual transmission... |
1
~ 50 miles |
DIESEL > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING tl*the contact owns a 2011 volkswagen golf diesel. while driving 10 mph the vehicle stalled without warning. the vehicle was... |
1
~ 900 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR stopped at stop light my foot/shoe gets stuck under the brake pedal by the time i realized what happen the... |
1
~ 50000 miles |
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY 2010 vw golf tdi 285 miles sunroof exploded. no other cars on the road at the time. in doing research... |
1
~ 285 miles |
How to improve the appearance of your Volkswagen Golf and to make it look younger?
Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Volkswagen Golf to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.
However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.
Body kits
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GOOACC 240PCS Bumper Retainer Clips Car ...
- UNIVERSAL FIT KIT - Great Assortment Push Retainer Kit with 12 popular size, fitting for door trim, radiator shield yoke, fender, bumper and splash shield retainers replacement for Ford, GM, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda and more.
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Xotic Tech Universal Front Bumper Lip Ch...
- [Model] - Universal fitment for most vehicle front bumper lip.(Please measure and check the position you are going to install the spoiler, and make sure these splitters will fit your vehicle before purchase.)
- [Material] -...
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Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...
- Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...
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2 PCS Car Rear Bumper Guard Diffuser Spl...
- ✔ Material: Made of premium quality PP material with carbon fiber pattern coating, the product is enough to prevent cracking with gloss powder-coated finish with an easy bolt-on underneath installation, superior craftsmanship and durability.
- ✔...
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CK Formula Carbon Fiber Hood Scoop - Aer...
- ? DECORATIVE USE: Closed end hood scoop enhances the JDM body lines to give your vehicle a racing / sports look. The scoop kit can improve the aerodynamics and fuel efficiency of your vehicle. Give...
Fender flares
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EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...
- ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...
- MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...
- 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
- 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
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Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...
- Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
- Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
- Compatible with Chrysler:...
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50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...
- [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
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A-Premium 4 Pcs Black Universal Splash G...
- Upgraded Universal Mud Flaps Splash Guards; Drilling Holes Required
- Compatible Makes: Universal; For All Body Styles: Car, Pickup, SUV, Van, Truck, etc.
- Package Includes: 4 Pcs (1 Set) --- Front and Rear
- Color: Black; Material:...
Rims
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All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...
- Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
- 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
- Package Includes Enough Rim Trim Wheel Protection For Four 24 inch...
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Tallew 4 Pcs Push Through Wheel Center C...
- Quality Material Selection: made of quality stainless steel, the wheel center cap is sturdy and solid, reliable and long lasting, strong enough against breakage, deformation and abrasion, serving you for long
- Notable Size Details: the...
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VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Lumino...
- [Material] The valve dust cap is made of high-quality and durable ABS plastic, which is dustproof and waterproof and can be used for a long time.
- [Fluorescent Design] The wheel tire valve absorbs light when...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
Coilovers
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Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6"-9" Front Bu...
- ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
- ?Package includes fully articulated top and bottom joins which allow them to be installed at any angle.
- ?Made with premium...
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Coilover Suspensions Shock Struts Kits A...
- FITMENT: The Coilover Suspensions Kits fits for 2010-2014 for Volkswagen for Golf /2010-2014 for Volkswagen for GTI /2011-2016 for Volkswagen for Jetta
- SAFETY AND COMFORT: Easy to control, significantly improves stability when bumping or cornering,...
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R9-HS2-033_4 compatible with Volkswagen ...
- Compatible With Volkswagen Golf (MK6) 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014; 54.5mm Front Axle Clamp
- Spring Rate (Front/Rear) : 8 kg/mm (448 lbs/inch)/6 kg/mm (336 lbs/inch); Damping Levels: 32 Ways
- Specially Designed Coil Springs Over Shock...
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Brake Light Flasher Strobe Brake Light S...
- What you can receive: there are 4 pieces of flash strobe controllers and 4 pieces of double sided adhesive tapes in the package, which can alert the vehicles behind you to stop to avoid rear-end...
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Godspeed MSS0400-E MonoSS Coilover Lower...
- Compatible With Volkswagen Jetta (A5) 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014; 54 mm Front Axle Clamp
- Spring Rate (Front/Rear) : 7 kg/mm/6 kg/mm; Damping Levels: 16 Rebound Force Levels
- 52mm Mono-Tube Stainless...
Decals
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24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...
- What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...
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Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...
- 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
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Frienda 6 Pieces Small Flame Decals Stic...
- Adorn your cars: these transfer decals are the fastest and easiest way to customize your car, can add more shine and personality to your vehicles and win more compliments from others
- Easy to use: the...
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78"x5.9" Italy Flag Color Stripe Decal S...
- [High quality materials]: The color stickers are made of high-quality PVC materials. The vinyl stickers have strong adhesion and are not easy to crack, fade and peel off. Waterproof and rainproof for long-term use.
- [Automobile...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...
- 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...

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