Trim Report

Volkswagen Golf TDI SEL2013

Includes:GOLF|TDI SEL
$9,300
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Where to Find Volkswagen Golf TDI SEL

Location data for all 2013 Volkswagen Golf trims combined

35States

If you're near California, you're in luck: 9% of listings are there. But with 35 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Volkswagen Golf Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2013 Volkswagen Golf trims

Elevated

With 0 recalls and 43 complaints, the 2013 Volkswagen Golf rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
43
Complaints
2
Crashes
1
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2013 Volkswagen Golf's biggest weak point? AIR BAGS. It leads 43 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Air Bags9
02Engine5
03Fuel/propulsion System4
04Service Brakes3
05Electrical System2
43 total across 1 model years (2013–2013)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Volkswagen Golf Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2013 Volkswagen Golf trims

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

Fuel economy for the 2013 Volkswagen Golf ranges from 22 to 32 MPG combined across 5 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Golf - Automatic (AM-S6)
32mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel DriveDiesel
29 city37 hwy~$1,750/yr7/10 Clean
Golf - Manual 6-spd
32mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel DriveDiesel
29 city39 hwy~$1,750/yr7/10 Clean
Golf - Automatic (S6)
26mpg
2.5L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city31 hwy~$1,700/yr7/10 Clean
Golf - Manual 5-spd
26mpg
2.5L 5-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city33 hwy~$1,700/yr7/10 Clean
Golf R - Manual 6-spd
22mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
19 city27 hwy~$2,650/yr5/10 Average

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

Is the TDI SEL Worth It?

Common questions about the 2013 Volkswagen Golf TDI SEL

How does the TDI SEL compare to other Volkswagen Golf trims?

Every Volkswagen Golf trim targets a different buyer. The 2013 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2013 Volkswagen Golf TDI SEL?

The TDI SEL 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 2013 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Volkswagen Golf TDI SEL?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Volkswagen Golf TDI SEL year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Volkswagen Golf overview compares all years side by side.

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