Trim Report

Volkswagen Golf Alltrack SE2012

Includes:GOLF|Alltrack SE
$7,500
Starting From
73
Active Listings
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 73 active dealer listings as of

Min $7,500
Max $28,887
From $7,500
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Where to Find Volkswagen Golf Alltrack SE

Location data for all 2012 Volkswagen Golf trims combined

35States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in California (9%), but the remaining listings are spread across 34 other states nationwide.

Volkswagen Golf Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2012 Volkswagen Golf trims

Low Concern

Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 47 complaints for the 2012 Volkswagen Golf, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

0
Recalls
47
Complaints
4
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 47 issues reported over 1 model years, air bags problems are the most common for the 2012 Volkswagen Golf. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Air Bags7
02Power Train6
03Fuel/propulsion System5
04Engine4
05Electrical System2
47 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Volkswagen Golf Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2012 Volkswagen Golf trims

22–32mpg combined
·
19-29city
·
27-39hwy
·
$1,700-$2,650/yr

The 2012 Volkswagen Golf delivers 22 to 32 MPG combined across 5 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Golf - Automatic (S6)
32mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel DriveDiesel
29 city37 hwy~$1,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Golf - Manual 6-spd
32mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel DriveDiesel
29 city39 hwy~$1,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Golf - Automatic (S6)
26mpg
2.5L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city31 hwy~$1,700/yr-1/10 Poor
Golf - Manual 5-spd
26mpg
2.5L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city33 hwy~$1,700/yr-1/10 Poor
Golf R - Manual 6-spd
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
19 city27 hwy~$2,650/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the Alltrack SE Worth It?

Common questions about the 2012 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack SE

How does the Alltrack SE compare to other Volkswagen Golf trims?

with 73 listings tracked, the Alltrack SE sits in a specific spot in the 2012 Volkswagen Golf lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2012 Volkswagen Golf page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2012 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack SE?

The Alltrack SE shares its core mechanicals with other Volkswagen Golf trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for air bags issues, the most commonly reported problem area. The 2012 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack SE?

The best model year for the Volkswagen Golf Alltrack SE comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Volkswagen Golf overview.

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