2010 Volkswagen Golf U.S. version revealed
Volkswagen has released official info on the U.S. version of the VW Golf, including pricing, options and EPA mileage numbers. It marks the return of the Golf badge and the demise of the Rabbit nameplate yet again.
For 2010, American Golf buyers will be able to choose from two engine options, the old 2.5L inline-5 carried over from the MK V model and the 2.0-liter TDI that debuted last year in the Jetta. Gasoline-engined Golfs have a starting price of $17,490, and the better equipped TDI kicks off at $21,990. All TDI Golfs receive a new uplevel touch-screen audio system with Sirius satellite radio and mobile device interface. Diesels also get a special lowered sport suspension as standard fit. Unlike the 2009 Jetta TDI, DSG-equipped Golfs will also get steering wheel mounted paddle shifters.
For 2010, Volkswagen has also managed to get improved EPA numbers,with the manual gas Golf getting a 22/30 mpg rating. The manual diesel reaches 30/41 mpg while the DSG diesel achieves 31/42 mpg – up 2 mpg from the 2009 Jetta.
