2013 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 2013

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2013 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI repairs by problem area

Engine (46%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (5%)

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2013 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (40%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (20%)

< $100 (20%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2013 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 256hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual AWD

500 mi After leaving the car outdoors in the snow, the brakes stuck to the rotors. This caused the brakes to rattle excessively under heavy braking. Dealer shaved erosion from the brakes. 
71000 mi

US $1200
replace rotors and pads 

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2013 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD

20000 mi

US $200
Original brakes wear out prematurely. Replaced rear rotors and pads. 
55700 mi

US $540
parking brake was dragging even if released 

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2013 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI 4dr Hatch

170-horsepower 2.5L I5 5-speed manual FWD

1 mi

C $1400
brake pad and disc replacement 

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2013 Volkswagen Golf / Rabbit / GTI Brake Problems

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