Volkswagen GTI Sixth generation (5K) (2010 - 2015)


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Sixth generation (5K) of Volkswagen GTI has been in production since 2010 by 2015.

In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms. Sixth generation (5K) is longer than the previous generation by 0.1 inches , is wider by 0.7 inches , is lower by 0.6 inches. The weight of the car has increased by 13 lbs.

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Volkswagen GTI Sixth generation (5K) dimensions and specs


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Sixth generation (5K)
Body style Hatchback
Engine options CXCA, 2.0L I-4, 217 HP, 258 lb/ft
CBFA, 2.0L I-4, 207 HP, 207 lb/ft
Transmission 6-spd man w/OD
Drive type front-wheel
Length 165.8 - 168 in
Width 70 - 70.8 in
Height 56.8 - 57.8 in
Wheelbase 101.5 - 103.6 in
Curb weight 2972 - 3113 lbs
Number of doors 2 - 4
Seating capacity 5
Front Headroom 38.4 - 39.3 in
Rear Headroom 38.1 - 38.5 in
Front shoulder room 54.5 - 55.9 in
Rear shoulder room 52.8 - 54.6 in
Fuel tank capacity 13.2 - 14.5 gal
MPG (City/Highway) 21 - 25/31 - 34
Payload capacity 997 - 1098 lb
Towing capacity 1000 lbs
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph 5.7 - 6.4 sec
¼ mile time 14 - 14.7 sec

Volkswagen GTI Common Problems generations


Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Volkswagen GTI Sixth generation (5K) production period from 2010 to 2015 drivers have reported 196 complaints. The most common problems are ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Model Year Complaints
2015 GTI
36
2014 GTI
6
2013 GTI
29
2012 GTI
35
2011 GTI
47
2010 GTI
43

Problem Category Number of Problems
ENGINE
tl* the contact owns a 2014 volkswagen gti. the contact stated that while driving 25 mph white smoke emitting from...
69
~ 55840 miles
POWER TRAIN
over-40 driver decades of experience driving cars with manual transmissions no modifications to the car since new. car had 13...
37
~ 29810 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
submittal to volkswagen of america 04/08/2014 4:03am i would like this email to be the beginning of documentation of a...
22
~ 40634 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
as i was driving down the highway in normal driving conditions the abs light electronic stability control light steering wheel...
18
~ 51592 miles
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
took car for first drive. after traveling 145 miles into this trip when trouble started. ambient temp was 101f. drive...
18
~ 46198 miles
SERVICE BRAKES
as i was driving down the highway in normal driving conditions the abs light electronic stability control light steering wheel...
13
~ 41751 miles
AIR BAGS
airbag inflator is not working. received recall letter but dealer won't do anything....
12
~ 47500 miles
BODY > STRUCTURE
car was driven in a neighborhood. first noticed some smoke coming out of the hood stopped the car more and...
7
~ 48527 miles
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN
the vehicle is a 2011 volkswagen gti equipped with a dsg transmission. the gti is not offered as choice when...
7
~ 3208 miles
STEERING
tl* the contact owns a 2012 volkswagen gti. upon starting the vehicle and while driving the air bag warning indicator...
5
~ 37500 miles
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
as i was driving down the highway in normal driving conditions the abs light electronic stability control light steering wheel...
5
~ 62867 miles
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
was driving under normal dry conditions when i began to get mdi notifications about failed lighting. a total of 11...
4
~ 67950 miles
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
while pulling away from a full stop (light) the engine rpm surged to approximately 4000 and the transmission indicator light...
4
~ 38671 miles
VISIBILITY/WIPER
the right side rear view mirror is mounted deeply in its plastic housing. when the mirror is properly adjusted approximately
4
~ 6954 miles
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2010 vw gti with dsg has stalled out twice for me in traffic. the car will start to idle roughly
4
~ 9900 miles
SUSPENSION
i've had quite a few parts on this car replaced. 2 defective water pumps 2 defective clutches 1 flywheel 1...
3
~ 18000 miles
TIRES
this is my second gti. i believe there is a problem with the car or the tires but in 15000...
3
~ 23195 miles
SEAT BELTS
seat belt roller failure. came home from running a few errands car has about 43k miles on it and i...
2
~ 48798 miles
WHEELS
the dealership left the shipping blocks/pucks/discs on the struts. this is a common problem as evidenced through many online forums....
2
~ 6000 miles
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY
driving down new mississippi river bridge in baton rouge heading west hear a loud bang and a few pieces of...
2
~ 31877 miles
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
tl* the contact owns 2010 volkswagen gti. the contact stated he lost the ability to accelerate at highway speed. as...
2
~ 2255 miles
COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
tl* the contact owns a 2013 volkswagen gti. while driving 72 mph the check engine indicator illuminated and the temperature...
1
~ 50200 miles
12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
tl* the contact owns a 2010 volkswagen gti. while idling at a traffic light the entire instrument panel illuminated and...
1
~ 72000 miles
VISIBILITY
i purchased my volkswagen gti march of this year. during ownership i had the windows tinted and each time it...
1
~ 15000 miles
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY
the windshield has many chips. it seems to me that the glass is highly affected by small road debris (rocks
1
~ 5000 miles
HORN > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
the horn on this vehicle does not operate immediately upon pressing the horn button on the steering wheel. there is...
1
~ 13200 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
i have a 2010 vw gti currently with 13 000 miles on it. the first instances happened at about 10...
1
~ 10000 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
2010 vw gti with 6700 miles fuel pump died while driving car stalled out in the middle of the highway.
1
~ 6700 miles
REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY
the rear window washer nozzle leaks upon acceleration decreasing visibility. it happens all the time especially when its warm outside....
1
~ 12000 miles
EQUIPMENT
i purchased a new 2010 voksawagen gti in the beginning of november 2009.only a few days after i took delivery...
1
~ 250 miles

How to improve the appearance of your Volkswagen GTI and to make it look younger?


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However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.

Body kits

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Fender flares

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Rims

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    All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...

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Coilovers

  • Aintier Full Set Coilovers Struts Height Adjustable Fit for 2011-2016 for Volkswagen for Jetta, 2010-2014 for Volkswagen Golf, 2010-2014 for Volkswagen GTI - Red

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  • Rev9 R9-HS2-033_7 compatible with Volkswagen GTI (MK6) 2010-14 Hyper-Street II Coilovers (54.5mm) Lowering Kit, 32 Damping Level Adjustment, Ride Height Adjustable

    Rev9 R9-HS2-033_7 compatible with Volksw...

    • Fits 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 Volkswagen GTI(MK6); 54.5 mm Front Axle Clamp ONLY
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    • Specially Designed Coil Springs Over Shock...
  • Coilover Struts Spring Shocks Adjustable Height Coilovers Suspension Struts Spring Shocks and Struts ECCPP Fit for 2010-2014 for Volkswagen for Golf /2010-2014 for VW for GTI /11-16 for VW for Jetta

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  • Coilover Suspensions Shock Struts Kits Assembly SCITOO Full Set Shocks Struts Kits fit for 2010-2014 for Volkswagen for Golf /2010-2014 for Volkswagen for GTI /2011-2016 for Volkswagen for Jetta

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  • MMX3290-B MAXX Coilovers Lowering Kit, Fully Adjustable, Ride Height, 40 Damping Settings, made for VW GTI (MK5/MK6) 2006-14(54.5 mm)

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    • Compatible With Volkswagen GTI (MK5/MK6) 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014; Excludes Electronic Suspensions; 54.5mm Front Axle Clamp;; Spring Rate (F/R): 9 kg/mm (504 lbs/inch)/5 kg/mm (280 lbs/inch)
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Decals

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Performance

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0-60 times
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Exterior

Wheels
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Bulbs
Dimensions
Ground clearance
Weight
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Interior

Steering wheel
Speakers size
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Maintenance

Towing Capacity
Oil Capacity
Wipers size
Gas tank size
Battery size
Safety ratings
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