Trim Report

Volkswagen GTI Sport2012

Includes:GTI|Sport
$10,400
Starting From
27
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 27 active dealer listings as of

Min $10,400
Max $21,500
From $10,400
Fresh

Sport Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$4,700
$5K–$18K
38 listings107,895 avg miles
1.8T
From$2,995
4 listings|$3K–$12K
40th Anniversary Edition
From$25,995
23 listings|$26K–$36K
Autobahn
From$4,500
441 listings|$5K–$46K
Driver's Edition
From$1,450
18 listings|$1K–$16K
Rabbit Edition
From$9,800
3 listings|$10K–$18K
S
From$5,649
510 listings|$6K–$38K
SE
From$5,200
1,178 listings|$5K–$48K
Sport
From$10,400
27 listings|$10K–$22K
Wolfsburg Edition
From$1,900
13 listings|$2K–$17K

2012 Volkswagen GTI Sport Pricing

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Where to Find Volkswagen GTI Sport

Location data for all 2012 Volkswagen GTI trims combined

33States

California has the most inventory at 10%, with options spread across 33 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Volkswagen GTI Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2012 Volkswagen GTI trims

Elevated

The 2012 Volkswagen GTI has a elevated safety risk profile with 0 recall campaigns and 40 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

0
Recalls
40
Complaints
2
Crashes
1
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 40 owners have filed complaints about the 2012 Volkswagen GTI. ENGINE issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Engine7
02Air Bags4
03Service Brakes3
04Electrical System3
05Power Train3
40 total across 1 model years (2012–2012)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Volkswagen GTI Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2012 Volkswagen GTI trims

25–27mpg combined
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21-24city
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31-33hwy
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$2,150-$2,300/yr

Across 2 configurations, the 2012 Volkswagen GTI returns 25–27 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
GTI - Automatic (S6)
27mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city33 hwy~$2,150/yr-1/10 Poor
GTI - Manual 6-spd
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
21 city31 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor

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

Is the Sport Worth It?

Common questions about the 2012 Volkswagen GTI Sport

How does the Sport compare to other Volkswagen GTI trims?

The Sport occupies a distinct position in the Volkswagen GTI range. See how it stacks up on the 2012 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2012 Volkswagen GTI Sport?

Maintenance costs for the Sport align with the broader Volkswagen GTI ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is engine. Check the 2012 Volkswagen GTI page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Volkswagen GTI Sport?

For the Sport, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Volkswagen GTI buyer's guide.

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