Compare 2015 Volkswagen GTI specifications by trim levels
GTI is a 5-seat Hatchback from Volkswagen, which first hit the market back in 1999.
With the price tag ranging from $24,395 to $29,595, the Volkswagen GTI faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Acura RSX, BMW 128, Dodge Dart, FIAT 500c.
The Volkswagen GTI has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Volkswagen GTI boasts the average fuel economy anywhere of 34 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 70.80mm x 168.00mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2015 Volkswagen GTI
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Fuel Tank: 13.2 gal
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Wheelbase: 103.6 in
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MPG: 25 city/34 hwy
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0-60 mph: 6.2 sec
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Ground clearance: 5 in
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Engine: 2.0L I-4
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Towing capacity: 1000 lbs
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Curb: 2972 lbs
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Tires: P225/40HR18.0 BSW performance AS
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Cargo: 22.8 cu.ft
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 168 x 70.5 x 56.8
2015 Volkswagen GTI Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Volkswagen GTI is offered in 5 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Volkswagen GTI safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Volkswagen GTI specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style Hatchback
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Doors 2
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Engine
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Engine 2.0L I-4 DOHC
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Horsepower 210 hp @ 4500
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Torque 258 lb-ft.
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Charge system intercooled turbo
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Transmission 6-spd man w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 5.7 - 6.2 sec
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1/4 mile time 14 - 14.3 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 168 in
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Width 70.5 in
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Height 56.8 in
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Wheelbase 103.6 in
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Curb Weight 2972 lbs
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GVWR 4189 lbs
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Towing capacity 1000 lbs
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Ground clearance 5 in
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Turning radius 17.9 ft
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CAPACITY
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Seats 5
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Passenger volume 93
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 13.2 gal
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City 25 mpg
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Combined 30 mpg
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Highway 34 mpg
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Highway range 448.8 mi
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WARRANTY
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Powertrain Warranty 60 months/60,000 miles mths/miles
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Specifications 
2.0T S 2-Door 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 2-Door 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T S 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
Exterior length | |||
168.0 " in | 168.0 " in | 168.0 " in | 168.0 " in |
Exterior body width | |||
70.5 " in | 70.5 " in | 70.8 " in | 70.8 " in |
Exterior height | |||
56.8 " in | 56.8 " in | 56.8 " in | 56.8 " in |
Horsepower | |||
210 @ 4,500 rpm | 210 @ 4,500 rpm | 210 @ 4,500 rpm | 210 @ 4,500 rpm |
Torque | |||
258 @ 1,500 rpm | 258 @ 1,500 rpm | 258 @ 1,500 rpm | 258 @ 1,500 rpm |
Fuel economy - city | |||
25 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg |
Fuel economy - highway | |||
34 mpg | 34 mpg | 34 mpg | 34 mpg |
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) | |||
7.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
1/4 mile time | |||
15.3 seconds | 15.3 seconds | 15.4 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
1/4 mile speed | |||
90 mph | 90 mph | 90 mph | 90 mph |
Lateral acceleration (g) | |||
.9 | .9 | .9 | .9 |
Slalom speed | |||
62 mph | 62 mph | 62 mph | 62 mph |
Bore-and-Stroke | |||
3.25/3.65 " | 3.25/3.65 " | 3.25/3.65 " | 3.25/3.65 " |
Curb weight | |||
2,972 lbs. | 2,972 lbs. | 3,031 lbs. | 3,031 lbs. |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
4,189 lbs. | 4,189 lbs. | 4,189 lbs. | 4,189 lbs. |
Wheelbase | |||
103.6 " in | 103.6 " in | 103.6 " in | 103.6 " in |
Front track | |||
60.6 " | 60.6 " | 60.6 " | 60.6 " |
Rear track | |||
59.7 " | 59.7 " | 59.7 " | 59.7 " |
Turning radius | |||
17.9 '' | 17.9 '' | 17.9 '' | 17.9 '' |
Front legroom | |||
41.2 " in | 41.2 " in | 41.2 " in | 41.2 " in |
Rear legroom | |||
35.6 " in | 35.6 " in | 35.6 " in | 35.6 " in |
Front headroom | |||
38.4 " in | 38.4 " in | 38.4 " in | 38.4 " in |
Rear headroom | |||
38.1 " in | 38.1 " in | 38.1 " in | 38.1 " in |
Front shoulder room | |||
55.9 " in | 55.9 " in | 55.9 " in | 55.9 " in |
Rear shoulder room | |||
53.9 " in | 53.9 " in | 53.9 " in | 53.9 " in |
Luggage volume | |||
22.8 cu.ft. | 22.8 cu.ft. | 22.8 cu.ft. | 22.8 cu.ft. |
Luggage volume (max) | |||
52.7 cu.ft. | 52.7 cu.ft. | 52.7 cu.ft. | 52.7 cu.ft. |
Passenger volume | |||
93 cu.ft. | 93 cu.ft. | 93 cu.ft. | 93 cu.ft. |
Fuel tank | |||
13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
Payload | |||
1,098 lbs. | 1,098 lbs. | 1,039 lbs. | 1,039 lbs. |
Drag coefficient | |||
.31 | .31 | .31 | .31 |
2.0T Autobahn 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
Exterior length |
168.0 " in |
Exterior body width |
70.8 " in |
Exterior height |
56.8 " in |
Horsepower |
210 @ 4,500 rpm |
Torque |
258 @ 1,500 rpm |
Fuel economy - city |
25 mpg |
Fuel economy - highway |
34 mpg |
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s) |
7.3 seconds |
1/4 mile time |
15.4 seconds |
1/4 mile speed |
90 mph |
Lateral acceleration (g) |
.9 |
Slalom speed |
62 mph |
Bore-and-Stroke |
3.25/3.65 " |
Curb weight |
3,031 lbs. |
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) |
4,189 lbs. |
Wheelbase |
103.6 " in |
Front track |
60.6 " |
Rear track |
59.7 " |
Turning radius |
17.9 '' |
Front legroom |
41.2 " in |
Rear legroom |
35.6 " in |
Front headroom |
38.4 " in |
Rear headroom |
38.1 " in |
Front shoulder room |
55.9 " in |
Rear shoulder room |
53.9 " in |
Luggage volume |
22.8 cu.ft. |
Luggage volume (max) |
52.7 cu.ft. |
Passenger volume |
93 cu.ft. |
Fuel tank |
13.2 gal. |
Payload |
1,039 lbs. |
Drag coefficient |
.31 |
Interior Features 
2.0T S 2-Door 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 2-Door 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T S 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
Air conditioning, front | |||
Climatic manual | Climatic manual | Climatic manual | Climatic manual |
Clock | |||
in-dash | in-dash | in-dash | in-dash |
Cupholders | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Gear shift knob trim | |||
leather/aluminum | leather/aluminum | leather/aluminum | leather/aluminum |
12V DC power outlet | |||
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Overhead console | |||
mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
Floor console | |||
full | full | full | full |
Floor mats | |||
carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
Front windows | |||
power | power | power | power |
Rear windows | |||
fixed | fixed | power | power |
1-touch window up | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | front and rear | front and rear |
1-touch window down | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | front and rear | front and rear |
Instrumentation | |||
analog | analog | analog | analog |
Lighting - map lights | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Lighting - dome light | |||
fade | fade | fade | fade |
Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Rear view mirror | |||
day-night | day-night | day-night | day-night |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Fuel door release | |||
power | power | power | power |
Seatback storage pockets | |||
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Steering wheel material | |||
leather | leather | leather | leather |
2.0T Autobahn 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
Air conditioning, front |
dual zone Climatronic automatic |
Clock |
in-dash |
Cupholders |
front and rear |
Gear shift knob trim |
leather/aluminum |
12V DC power outlet |
2 |
Overhead console |
mini with storage |
Floor console |
full |
Floor mats |
carpeted front and rear |
Front windows |
power |
Rear windows |
power |
1-touch window up |
front and rear |
1-touch window down |
front and rear |
Instrumentation |
analog |
Lighting - map lights |
front and rear |
Lighting - dome light |
fade |
Illuminated vanity mirrors |
driver and passenger |
Rear view mirror |
day-night |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors |
driver and passenger |
Fuel door release |
power |
Seatback storage pockets |
2 |
Steering wheel material |
leather |
Exterior Features 
2.0T S 2-Door 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 2-Door 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T S 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
Antenna | |||
integrated roof | integrated roof | integrated roof | integrated roof |
Body material | |||
fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
Paint | |||
clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
Grille trim | |||
black | black | black | black |
Fog/driving lights | |||
front | front | front | front |
Door count | |||
2 doors | 2 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Rear cargo door | |||
liftgate | liftgate | liftgate | liftgate |
Tinted windows | |||
light | light | light | light |
Rear window type | |||
fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
Mirrors | |||
dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
Spoiler | |||
lip | lip | lip | lip |
Front tires | |||
P225/40HR18.0 BSW performance AS | P225/40HR18.0 BSW performance AS | P225/40HR18.0 BSW performance AS | P225/40HR18.0 BSW performance AS |
Wheels | |||
18" silver aluminum | 18" silver aluminum | 18" silver aluminum | 18" silver aluminum |
Spare tire and wheel | |||
full-size steel | full-size steel | full-size steel | full-size steel |
Windshield wipers - front | |||
variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
Rear window wipers | |||
fixed interval | fixed interval | fixed interval | fixed interval |
Sunroof | |||
1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | 1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – | – |
2.0T Autobahn 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
Antenna |
integrated roof |
Body material |
fully galvanized steel |
Paint |
clearcoat monotone |
Grille trim |
black |
Fog/driving lights |
front |
Door count |
4 doors |
Rear cargo door |
liftgate |
Tinted windows |
light |
Rear window type |
fixed |
Mirrors |
dual power remote |
Sunroof |
1st and 2nd row exterior express open/close sliding and tilting glass |
Spoiler |
lip |
Front tires |
P225/40HR18.0 BSW performance AS |
Wheels |
18" silver aluminum |
Spare tire and wheel |
full-size steel |
Windshield wipers - front |
variable intermittent |
Rear window wipers |
fixed interval |
Seats 
2.0T S 2-Door 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 2-Door 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T S 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
Front seat type | |||
sport | sport | sport | sport |
Standard seating | |||
5 passengers | 5 passengers | 5 passengers | 5 passengers |
Front driver seat direction controls | |||
6-way | 6-way | 2-way power | 2-way power |
Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
6-way | 6-way | 2-way power | 2-way power |
Lumbar support | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Front armrests | |||
center | center | center | center |
Front head restraints | |||
adjustable | adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
Heated front seats | |||
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
Rear seats | |||
60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
Rear armrest | |||
with pass-thru | with pass-thru | with pass-thru | with pass-thru |
Rear head restraints | |||
3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
Seat trim | |||
premium cloth | leather | premium cloth | leather |
2.0T Autobahn 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
Front seat type |
sport |
Standard seating |
5 passengers |
Front driver seat direction controls |
8-way power |
Front passenger seat direction controls |
2-way power |
Lumbar support |
driver and passenger |
Front armrests |
center |
Front head restraints |
adjustable |
Heated front seats |
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
Rear seats |
60-40 bench |
Rear armrest |
with pass-thru |
Rear head restraints |
3 - adjustable |
Seat trim |
leather |
Entertainment System 
2.0T S 2-Door 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 2-Door 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T S 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
Radio | |||
SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan |
CD player | |||
in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
Speakers | |||
8 | 9 Fender | 8 | 9 Fender |
1st row LCD screen | |||
1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
2.0T Autobahn 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
Radio |
SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan |
CD player |
in-dash mounted single |
Speakers |
9 Fender |
Navigation system |
yes with voice activation |
1st row LCD screen |
1 |
Safety and Security Features 
2.0T S 2-Door 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 2-Door 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T S 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
Airbags, frontal | |||
driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact | |||
seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Airbags, side curtain | |||
Side Curtain Protection | Side Curtain Protection | Side Curtain Protection | Side Curtain Protection |
Traction control | |||
ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
Height adjustable seatbelts | |||
front | front | front | front |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
front | front | front | front |
Headlights | |||
halogen | halogen | halogen | halogen |
Exterior light control | |||
fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
Remote keyless entry | |||
keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks | |||
power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
Ignition disable | |||
Immobilizer III | Immobilizer III | Immobilizer III | Immobilizer III |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service | |||
Car-Net | Car-Net | Car-Net | Car-Net |
2.0T Autobahn 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
Airbags, frontal |
driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact |
seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Airbags, side curtain |
Side Curtain Protection |
Traction control |
ABS and driveline |
Height adjustable seatbelts |
front |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners |
front |
Headlights |
halogen |
Exterior light control |
fully automatic |
Remote keyless entry |
keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks |
power with 2 stage unlock |
Ignition disable |
Immobilizer III |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service |
Car-Net |
Mechanical Features 
2.0T S 2-Door 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 2-Door 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T S 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
Engine | |||
2.0L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 |
Engine - valvetrain | |||
DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
Brakes | |||
4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Drive type | |||
front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
Exhaust | |||
stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
Steering | |||
rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
Suspension tuning | |||
sport | sport | sport | sport |
Front suspension type | |||
strut | strut | strut | strut |
Front shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Front springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Rear suspension type | |||
multi-link | multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
Rear shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Rear springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Sequential shift control | |||
Tiptronic | Tiptronic | Tiptronic | Tiptronic |
Transmission | |||
6-spd man w/OD | 6-spd man w/OD | 6-spd man w/OD | 6-spd man w/OD |
Axle ratio | |||
3.24 | 3.24 | 3.24 | 3.24 |
Turbocharger | |||
intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo | intercooled turbo |
2.0T Autobahn 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
Engine |
2.0L I-4 |
Engine - valvetrain |
DOHC |
Brakes |
4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) |
4-wheel |
Drive type |
front-wheel |
Exhaust |
stainless steel |
Steering |
rack and pinion |
Suspension tuning |
sport |
Front suspension type |
strut |
Front shocks |
gas-pressurized |
Front springs |
coil |
Rear suspension type |
multi-link |
Rear shocks |
gas-pressurized |
Rear springs |
coil |
Sequential shift control |
Tiptronic |
Transmission |
6-spd man w/OD |
Axle ratio |
3.24 |
Turbocharger |
intercooled turbo |
Other Specs 
2.0T S 2-Door 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 2-Door 2dr Hatchback |
2.0T S 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
2.0T SE 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
Maximum towing capacity | |||
1000 lbs. | 1000 lbs. | 1000 lbs. | 1000 lbs. |
2.0T Autobahn 4-Door 4dr Hatchback |
Horsepower rpm |
4500 |
Maximum towing capacity |
1000 lbs. |