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2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen: Quick Overview
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2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Specifications
Vehicle Information
| Year | 2016 |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Golf SportWagen |
| Trim | - |
| Style | - |
| Type | Wagon |
| Category | Small Station Wagon |
Manufacturing Details
| Made In | Mexico |
| Manufacturing City | WOLFSBURG |
Dimensions
| Doors | 4-Door |
| Curb Weight | 3120 pounds |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | 4256 pounds |
| Overall Height | 58.30 inches |
| Overall Length | 179.60 inches |
| Overall Width | 70.80 inches |
| Wheelbase Length | 103.70 inches |
| Standard Seating | 5 |
Engine & Performance
| Engine | 1.8-L L-4 |
| Engine Size | 1.8L |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Manual |
| Transmission Type | Manual |
| Transmission Speeds | 6-Speed |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
Additional Features
| Anti-Brake System | 4-Wheel ABS |
| Steering Type | Rack & Pinion |
Pricing
| Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) | $22,725 |
| Invoice Price | $21,817 |
| Delivery Charges | $820 |
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What Problems Does the 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Have?
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How long will the 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen last?
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What Technology & Safety Features are Included?
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2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Prices and Market Value
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2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Cost of Ownership
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2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Fuel Efficiency
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Fuel Capacity
13.20 gallons
City Mileage
25 miles/gallon
Highway Mileage
35 miles/gallon
2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Safety Rating
IIHS
2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Recalls & Defects
Steering:column Locking:anti-Theft Device
Recall date
2018-07-11
Recall no.
18v464000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc. (Volkswagen) IS Recalling Certain 2015-2018 Volkswagen Golf and Golf Sportwagen Vehicles. THE Build OF Silicate ON THE Shift Lever Micro Switch Contacts MAY Enable THE KEY TO BE Removed From THE Ignition While THE Vehicle Shift Lever IS NOT IN "park." AS Such, These Vehicles Fail TO Comply With THE Requirements OF Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (Fmvss) Number 114, "theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Consequence
Removing THE KEY While THE Shift Lever IS IN A Position Other Than "park" Increases THE Risk OF AN Unintended Vehicle Rollaway That MAY Result IN Personal Injury or A Crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen Will Notify Owners, and Dealers Will Install AN Additional Switch and Circuit Board, Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began March 19, 2019. Owners MAY Contact Volkswagen Customer Service AT 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's Number FOR This Recall IS 37l5.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
Electrical System:ignition:anti-Theft:control Module
Recall date
2018-07-11
Recall no.
18v464000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc. (Volkswagen) IS Recalling Certain 2015-2018 Volkswagen Golf and Golf Sportwagen Vehicles. THE Build OF Silicate ON THE Shift Lever Micro Switch Contacts MAY Enable THE KEY TO BE Removed From THE Ignition While THE Vehicle Shift Lever IS NOT IN "park." AS Such, These Vehicles Fail TO Comply With THE Requirements OF Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (Fmvss) Number 114, "theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Consequence
Removing THE KEY While THE Shift Lever IS IN A Position Other Than "park" Increases THE Risk OF AN Unintended Vehicle Rollaway That MAY Result IN Personal Injury or A Crash.
Remedy
Volkswagen Will Notify Owners, and Dealers Will Install AN Additional Switch and Circuit Board, Free OF Charge. THE Recall Began March 19, 2019. Owners MAY Contact Volkswagen Customer Service AT 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's Number FOR This Recall IS 37l5.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
AIR Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module
Recall date
2022-07-27
Recall no.
22v543000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc. (Volkswagen) IS Recalling Certain 2016 Audi TT Roadster, TT Coupe, S3 Sedan, R8 Coupe, A3 Sedan, A3 Etron, A3 Cabriolet, 2016 Golf Sportwagen, Golf R, Golf Gti, Golf A7, and E Golf Vehicles. During AIR BAG Deployment, THE Front Passenger AIR BAG MAY Explode or Deploy Improperly.
Consequence
AN Inflator Explosion MAY Result IN Sharp Metal Fragments Striking Occupants, Resulting IN Serious Injury or Death. AN Improper AIR BAG Deployment MAY NOT Properly Restrain THE Occupant, Increasing Their Risk OF Injury IN A Crash.
Remedy
Dealers Will Replace THE Front-Passenger AIR BAG Module, Free OF Charge. Owner Notification Letters Were Mailed December 16, 2022. Owners MAY Contact Volkswagen's Customer Service AT 1-800-893-5298. Audi's Customer Service AT 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's Number FOR This Recall IS 69dy and 61c1.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.nhtsa.gov.
Fuel System, Gasoline
Recall date
2024-02-14
Recall no.
24v110000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
Volkswagen Group OF America, Inc. (Volkswagen) IS Recalling Certain Front-Wheel Drive 2015-2020 Audi A3 Sedan, 2015-2019 Audi A3 Cabriolet, 2019-2020 Volkswagen Jetta Gli, 2018 Golf Sportwagen GP, 2018-2019 Golf Sportwagen A7, 2015-2017 Golf Sportwagen, 2015-2020 Golf Gti, and 2015-2020 Golf A7 Vehicles. DUE TO A Problem With A Suction JET Pump Seal Inside THE Fuel Tank, Fuel MAY Flow Into THE Evaporative Emissions (Evap) System and Possibly Leak OUT OF THE Charcoal Canister.
Consequence
A Fuel Leak IN THE Presence OF AN Ignition Source Increases THE Risk OF A Fire.
Remedy
Dealers Will Replace THE Suction Pump, Free OF Charge. Final Owner Notification Letters FOR Audi Owners Were Mailed ON July 25, 2024. Final Owner Letters FOR VW Owners Were Mailed ON August 13, 2024. Owners MAY Contact Volkswagen Customer Service AT 1-800-893-5298 or Audi Customer Service AT 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's Numbers FOR This Recall ARE VW: 20uf/Audi: 20yf. Vehicles That Were Previously Recalled Under 16v-647 Will Need TO Have THE NEW Remedy Completed. This Recall Expands and Replaces Previous Recall Number 16v-647.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.nhtsa.gov.
2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Warranty
Basic
Original warranty
0 months / No data
Estimated remaining
Expired
Powertrain
Original warranty
0 months / No data
Estimated remaining
Expired
Rust
Original warranty
0 months / No data
Estimated remaining
Expired
2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Insurance
Insurance for a 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Wagon with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.
reasonable repair costs.
How Does the 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen Compare to Other Wagon?
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Final Verdict: Is the 2016 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen a Good Wagon?
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Drew is a seasoned automotive expert and contributor to VinCheck.info. With nearly 15 years of experience as a former Porsche technician, he brings a wealth of hands-on knowledge to his writing. Born in North Carolina, a region renowned for its deep-rooted NASCAR culture, Drew developed a passion for cars early in life, often building and working on vehicles from a young age. At VINCheck, Drew leverages his extensive technical background to provide in-depth analyses of various vehicles. His articles often focus on engine performance, reliability, and maintenance insights, offering readers practical information grounded in real-world experience. Some of his notable contributions include reviews on the Mazda CX-5's longevity and detailed examinations of engine options for models like the 2011 Toyota Camry and Tacoma