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1996 Volkswagen

Golf/GTI

Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.9 L, Diesel, Turbo

Volkswagen Golf/GTI: best and worst years

Overview

Body
Compact CarsEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Manual 5-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
DieselEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
DieselEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
44 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
34 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
38 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,050EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
4 yr / 50k mi
Roadside assistance
3 yr / 36k mi
Maintenance
2 yr / 20k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.