Seventh generation (Mk7) · Mk7 · 2015–2021

2015Volkswagen Golf

The U.S. Mk7 Golf range included TSI gasoline, TDI diesel, GTI, all-wheel-drive R and e-Golf hatchbacks at different points in the generation. Availability and service requirements vary by model year and powertrain.

Seventh generation (Mk7) · Mk7

Photo: “2015 Volkswagen Golf Comfortline 5-Door in Deep Black Pearl, front left, 2025-09-06.jpg” by Elise240SX / Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped to 16:9.

Quick facts

Engines: 6offered1.8-liter turbocharged gasoline inline-four (TSI) → EAGA electric motor (e-Golf; Limited Edition output and battery specification not asserted here)
Top output: 292hp2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline inline-four (Golf R)

Body stylesTwo-door hatchback · Four-door hatchback

The 2015 model year

Overview

The U.S. 2015 Golf hatchback range included 170-hp 1.8-liter TSI gasoline models, 150-hp 2.0-liter TDI diesels, the 210-hp GTI and 220-hp GTI with Performance Package, the 292-hp all-wheel-drive Golf R, and the electric e-Golf. The February 2015 Volkswagen order guide documents the principal trim/body/gearbox combinations; the earlier manufacturer pricing release also identifies the limited Golf Sport offering, planned at about 650 cars. A separate manufacturer VIN filing and contemporary new-car advertisement establish the later e-Golf Limited Edition identity. The configurations below are a bounded hatchback inventory, not an assertion that every factory option or full-year revision has been recovered. SportWagen is a separate body line outside this roster.

Specifications

Engines: 1.8-liter turbocharged gasoline inline-four (TSI)170 hp
2.0-liter turbocharged diesel inline-four (TDI)150 hp
2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline inline-four (GTI)210 hp
2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline inline-four (GTI Performance Package)220 hp
2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline inline-four (Golf R)292 hp
EAGA electric motor (e-Golf; Limited Edition output and battery specification not asserted here)
Transmissions: 5-speed manual (selected TSI), 6-speed Tiptronic automatic (TSI), 6-speed manual (TDI and GTI), 6-speed DSG automatic (TDI, GTI and Golf R), Single-speed automatic (e-Golf)
Body styles: Two-door hatchback, Four-door hatchback

Year over year

What changed

GTI Performance Package configurations add 10 hp, the front differential lock and enlarged brakes; ordinary GTI maintenance must not inherit the equipped differential duty.
Golf R and Golf R with DCC and Navigation are separate documented trims. Both U.S. 2015 order-guide records use DSG; the DCC trim adds adaptive damping and other equipment.
The plain four-door TSI S is automatic-only. Sales code AU14Q1 identifies the four-door S with Sunroof and five-speed manual; the later guide resolves the earlier feature-table conflict.

Worth knowing

Notable

The Launch Edition remains a historical offering even though the February order guide marks it no longer orderable.
The Limited Edition record establishes a four-door automatic electric offering without borrowing SEL Premium equipment, battery capacity or an unverified factory sales code.

Living with it

Reliability & ownership notes

Match service and filter records to the actual gasoline, diesel or electric drivetrain. DSG service, Golf R Haldex oil and the equipped GTI front differential lock are separate duties.
The CRUA fuel-filter reference is conditional on having no water-sensor connection; the cited diesel air-filter application is restricted to cold climates. Confirm installed hardware before ordering.
Electric service records include cabin filtration and qualified high-voltage inspections. They do not inherit engine oil, spark plugs or diesel-filter service.

Maintenance & service parts

Keep your 2015 Golf on the road

Start with the service interval, then match the engine or exact version you own. Order links appear only when a catalog-backed part number is available, and every listing still needs a fitment check.

Service topics: 15
Scheduled topics: 14
Applicability stated: 15
Exact references: 4

Before ordering Identify your engine, options and build date. Part numbers and sizes can change within one model year. Shopping links appear only for catalog-backed references; still verify the listing against your vehicle before ordering.

Engine oil and filterView intervals, applicability and sources
Engine oil and filter
Sourced interval available
Engine oil and filter
Applies to: 2015 · 1.8-liter turbocharged inline-four · United States
Published interval: 10,000 mi / 12 months · Published normal-service schedule.
Source: Volkswagen AG — Maintenance Intervals Edition 07.2014, MY 2015 USA, PDF 5–6 / printed 1–2 · PDF5–6 / printed1–2, MY2015 USA: first10K/one year from in-service, subsequent one year after last service; exact1.8T mileage card retained for model duties · checked 2026-10-23
TDI CRUA engine oil/filter
Every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever occurs first; first calendar deadline is from in-service date, thereafter one year after the last service. General USA combustion-engine calendar paired with the exact TDI/GTI/R mileage schedule; not an electric-engine task.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel inline-four CRUA · US
Published interval: 10,000 mi / 12 months · Every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever occurs first; first calendar deadline is from in-service date, thereafter one year after the last service. General USA combustion-engine calendar paired with the exact TDI/GTI/R mileage schedule; not an electric-engine task.
Source: Volkswagen AG — Maintenance Intervals Edition 07.2014, MY 2015 USA, PDF 5–6 / printed 1–2 · PDF 5–6 / printed 1–2 — MY 2015 USA sections 1.1.1–1.1.3, paired with exact engine mileage card · checked 2026-10-23
GTI engine oil/filter
Every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever occurs first; first calendar deadline is from in-service date, thereafter one year after the last service. General USA combustion-engine calendar paired with the exact TDI/GTI/R mileage schedule; not an electric-engine task.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four GTI · US
Published interval: 10,000 mi / 12 months · Every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever occurs first; first calendar deadline is from in-service date, thereafter one year after the last service. General USA combustion-engine calendar paired with the exact TDI/GTI/R mileage schedule; not an electric-engine task.
Source: Volkswagen AG — Maintenance Intervals Edition 07.2014, MY 2015 USA, PDF 5–6 / printed 1–2 · PDF 5–6 / printed 1–2 — MY 2015 USA sections 1.1.1–1.1.3, paired with exact engine mileage card · checked 2026-10-23
Golf R engine oil/filter
Every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever occurs first; first calendar deadline is from in-service date, thereafter one year after the last service. General USA combustion-engine calendar paired with the exact TDI/GTI/R mileage schedule; not an electric-engine task.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four Golf R · US
Published interval: 10,000 mi / 12 months · Every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever occurs first; first calendar deadline is from in-service date, thereafter one year after the last service. General USA combustion-engine calendar paired with the exact TDI/GTI/R mileage schedule; not an electric-engine task.
Source: Volkswagen AG — Maintenance Intervals Edition 07.2014, MY 2015 USA, PDF 5–6 / printed 1–2 · PDF 5–6 / printed 1–2 — MY 2015 USA sections 1.1.1–1.1.3, paired with exact engine mileage card · checked 2026-10-23
Engine air filterView intervals, applicability and sources
Engine air filter
Exact reference available
Engine air-filter element and snow filter
Applies to: 2015 · 1.8-liter turbocharged inline-four · United States
Published interval: 60,000 mi / 72 months · 60,000 miles or 6 years, whichever comes first; replace element and clean screen and housing if applicable.
Source: Volkswagen of America — 2015 Golf and Golf SportWagen 1.8T maintenance schedule · PDF1 air row60K/120K and PDF3 note7; corroborating VW MY2015USA workshop PDF8 / printed4 · checked 2026-08-05
TDI CRUA air element and snow screen
Replace air-filter element and clean applicable snow screen/housing every 60,000 miles or six years, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel inline-four CRUA · US
Published interval: 60,000 mi / 72 months · Replace air-filter element and clean applicable snow screen/housing every 60,000 miles or six years, whichever comes first.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 Golf / Golf SportWagen 2.0L TDI maintenance (December 2014) · PDF pp. 1, 3 — 60K/120K and six-year note · checked 2026-10-23
GTI air element and snow screen
Replace air-filter element and clean applicable snow screen/housing every 60,000 miles or six years, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four GTI · US
Published interval: 60,000 mi / 72 months · Replace air-filter element and clean applicable snow screen/housing every 60,000 miles or six years, whichever comes first.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 GTI 2.0TFSI maintenance (revised October 2020) · PDF pp. 1, 3 — 60K/120K and six-year note · checked 2026-10-23
Golf R air element and snow screen
Replace air-filter element and clean applicable snow screen/housing every 60,000 miles or six years, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four Golf R · US
Published interval: 60,000 mi / 72 months · Replace air-filter element and clean applicable snow screen/housing every 60,000 miles or six years, whichever comes first.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 Golf R 2.0TSI 292 HP maintenance (December 2014) · PDF pp. 1, 3 — 60K/120K and six-year note · checked 2026-10-23
TDI CRUA cold-climate MANN air application
Conditional application; an unrestricted/non-cold-climate alternative has not been established.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel inline-four CRUA · US · For cold climates only; do not generalize to every market or airbox.
Source: MANN-FILTER — C 30 004, VW (USA) 2015 Golf CRUA; cold-climate application · VW (USA) > 2015 > Golf 2.0L FI Turbo Diesel CRUA, 1968 cc, 110 kW / 150 HP — for cold climates · checked 2026-10-23
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Validated equivalentMANN-FILTER C 30 004
· catalog-listed
For cold climates only.
Catalog: MANN-FILTER — C 30 004, VW (USA) 2015 Golf CRUA; cold-climate application · VW (USA) > 2015 > Golf 2.0L FI Turbo Diesel CRUA, 1968 cc, 110 kW / 150 HP · checked 2026-10-23
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Cabin air filterView intervals, applicability and sources
Cabin air filter
Exact reference available
Dust and pollen filter
Applies to: 2015 · 1.8-liter turbocharged inline-four · United States
Published interval: 20,000 mi / 24 months · 20,000 miles or 2 years, whichever comes first; replace if equipped.
Source: Volkswagen of America — 2015 Golf and Golf SportWagen 1.8T maintenance schedule · PDF1 cabin rowevery20K and PDF3 note2; corroborating VW MY2015USA workshop PDF6 / printed2 · checked 2026-08-05
TDI CRUA dust/pollen filter
Replace every 20,000 miles or two years, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel inline-four CRUA · US
Published interval: 20,000 mi / 24 months · Replace every 20,000 miles or two years, whichever comes first.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 Golf / Golf SportWagen 2.0L TDI maintenance (December 2014) · PDF pp. 1, 3 — cabin row and calendar note · checked 2026-10-23
GTI dust/pollen filter
Replace every 20,000 miles or two years, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four GTI · US
Published interval: 20,000 mi / 24 months · Replace every 20,000 miles or two years, whichever comes first.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 GTI 2.0TFSI maintenance (revised October 2020) · PDF pp. 1, 3 — cabin row and calendar note · checked 2026-10-23
Golf R dust/pollen filter
Replace every 20,000 miles or two years, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four Golf R · US
Published interval: 20,000 mi / 24 months · Replace every 20,000 miles or two years, whichever comes first.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 Golf R 2.0TSI 292 HP maintenance (December 2014) · PDF pp. 1, 3 — cabin row and calendar note · checked 2026-10-23
e-Golf dust/pollen filter
Replace every 20,000 miles or two years, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2015 · EAGA electric motor · US
Published interval: 20,000 mi / 24 months · Replace every 20,000 miles or two years, whichever comes first.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 e-Golf maintenance (June 2014) · PDF pp. 1, 3 — cabin row and calendar note · checked 2026-10-23
TDI CRUA MANN cabin application
Exact positive USA2015 Golf CRUA filter application.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel inline-four CRUA · US
Source: MANN-FILTER — CUK 26 009, VW (USA) 2015 CRUA / EAGA applications (US English interface) · VW (USA) > 2015 > Golf CRUA diesel; US English interface · checked 2026-10-23
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Validated equivalentMANN-FILTER CUK 26 009
· catalog-listed
Catalog: MANN-FILTER — CUK 26 009, VW (USA) 2015 CRUA / EAGA applications (US English interface) · Exact USA 2015 engine application · checked 2026-10-23
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e-Golf EAGA MANN cabin application
MANN positive USA2015 e-Golf EAGA model/engine application; Volkswagen TSB93-15-03 (August 27, 2015), PDF1, establishes EAGA for all e-Golf VINs. Limited Edition is not separately named in the MANN row. No engine-air-filter inference.
Applies to: 2015 · EAGA electric motor · US
Source: MANN-FILTER — CUK 26 009, VW (USA) 2015 CRUA / EAGA applications (US English interface) · VW (USA) > 2015 > e-Golf EAGA 85 kW; US English interface · checked 2026-10-23
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Validated equivalentMANN-FILTER CUK 26 009
· catalog-listed
Catalog: MANN-FILTER — CUK 26 009, VW (USA) 2015 CRUA / EAGA applications (US English interface) · Exact USA 2015 engine application · checked 2026-10-23
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Brake fluidView intervals, applicability and sources
Brake fluid
Sourced interval available
Brake fluid and clutch-unit fluid
After the initial change, replace every 2 years regardless of mileage.
Applies to: 2015 · 1.8-liter turbocharged inline-four · United States
Published interval: 36 months · Initial replacement.
Source: Volkswagen of America — 2015 Golf and Golf SportWagen 1.8T maintenance schedule · PDF pages 1 and 3, footnote 4 · checked 2026-08-05
TDI CRUA initial brake-fluid change
First replacement at three years, irrespective of mileage.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel inline-four CRUA · US
Published interval: 36 months · First replacement at three years, irrespective of mileage.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 Golf / Golf SportWagen 2.0L TDI maintenance (December 2014) · PDF pp. 1, 3 — brake-fluid calendar note · checked 2026-10-23
TDI CRUA subsequent brake-fluid changes
After the initial replacement, every two years irrespective of mileage.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel inline-four CRUA · US
Published interval: 24 months · After the initial replacement, every two years irrespective of mileage.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 Golf / Golf SportWagen 2.0L TDI maintenance (December 2014) · PDF pp. 1, 3 — brake-fluid calendar note · checked 2026-10-23
GTI initial brake-fluid change
First replacement at three years, irrespective of mileage. Includes the clutch unit where applicable.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four GTI · US
Published interval: 36 months · First replacement at three years, irrespective of mileage. Includes the clutch unit where applicable.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 GTI 2.0TFSI maintenance (revised October 2020) · PDF pp. 1, 3 — brake-fluid calendar note · checked 2026-10-23
GTI subsequent brake-fluid changes
After the initial replacement, every two years irrespective of mileage. Includes the clutch unit where applicable.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four GTI · US
Published interval: 24 months · After the initial replacement, every two years irrespective of mileage. Includes the clutch unit where applicable.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 GTI 2.0TFSI maintenance (revised October 2020) · PDF pp. 1, 3 — brake-fluid calendar note · checked 2026-10-23
Golf R initial brake-fluid change
First replacement at three years, irrespective of mileage.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four Golf R · US
Published interval: 36 months · First replacement at three years, irrespective of mileage.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 Golf R 2.0TSI 292 HP maintenance (December 2014) · PDF pp. 1, 3 — brake-fluid calendar note · checked 2026-10-23
Golf R subsequent brake-fluid changes
After the initial replacement, every two years irrespective of mileage.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four Golf R · US
Published interval: 24 months · After the initial replacement, every two years irrespective of mileage.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 Golf R 2.0TSI 292 HP maintenance (December 2014) · PDF pp. 1, 3 — brake-fluid calendar note · checked 2026-10-23
e-Golf initial brake-fluid change
First replacement at three years, irrespective of mileage.
Applies to: 2015 · EAGA electric motor · US
Published interval: 36 months · First replacement at three years, irrespective of mileage.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 e-Golf maintenance (June 2014) · PDF pp. 1, 3 — brake-fluid calendar note · checked 2026-10-23
e-Golf subsequent brake-fluid changes
After the initial replacement, every two years irrespective of mileage.
Applies to: 2015 · EAGA electric motor · US
Published interval: 24 months · After the initial replacement, every two years irrespective of mileage.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 e-Golf maintenance (June 2014) · PDF pp. 1, 3 — brake-fluid calendar note · checked 2026-10-23
Spark plugsView intervals, applicability and sources
Spark plugs
Sourced interval available
Spark plugs
Applies to: 2015 · 1.8-liter turbocharged inline-four · United States
Published interval: 60,000 mi / 72 months · First occurrence in the 10K-120K table; then repeat.
Source: Volkswagen of America — 2015 Golf and Golf SportWagen 1.8T maintenance schedule · PDF page 2 — spark-plug row; page 3, footnote 6 · checked 2026-08-05
GTI spark plugs
Replace every 60,000 miles or six years, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four GTI · US
Published interval: 60,000 mi / 72 months · Replace every 60,000 miles or six years, whichever comes first.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 GTI 2.0TFSI maintenance (revised October 2020) · PDF pp. 2–3 — 60K/120K and six-year note · checked 2026-10-23
Golf R spark plugs
Replace every 60,000 miles or six years, whichever comes first.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four Golf R · US
Published interval: 60,000 mi / 72 months · Replace every 60,000 miles or six years, whichever comes first.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 Golf R 2.0TSI 292 HP maintenance (December 2014) · PDF pp. 2–3 — 60K/120K and six-year note · checked 2026-10-23
Transmission and transfer-case fluidView intervals, applicability and sources
Transmission and transfer-case fluid
Sourced interval available
Automatic-transmission fluid
Applies to: 2015 · 1.8-liter turbocharged inline-four · 6-speed Tiptronic automatic · United States
Published interval: 50,000 mi · First occurrence in the 10K-120K table; then every 50,000 miles.
Source: Volkswagen of America — 2015 Golf and Golf SportWagen 1.8T maintenance schedule · PDF page 2 — automatic (non-DSG) transmission row · checked 2026-08-05
TDI CRUA DSG fluid and filter
Every 40,000 miles, DSG-equipped vehicles only; this is not a conventional-automatic or manual duty.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel inline-four CRUA · 6-speed DSG automatic · US
Published interval: 40,000 mi · Every 40,000 miles, DSG-equipped vehicles only; this is not a conventional-automatic or manual duty.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 Golf / Golf SportWagen 2.0L TDI maintenance (December 2014) · PDF p. 3 — 40K/80K/120K DSG row · checked 2026-10-23
GTI DSG fluid and filter
Every 40,000 miles, DSG-equipped vehicles only; this is not a conventional-automatic or manual duty.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four GTI · 6-speed DSG automatic · US
Published interval: 40,000 mi · Every 40,000 miles, DSG-equipped vehicles only; this is not a conventional-automatic or manual duty.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 GTI 2.0TFSI maintenance (revised October 2020) · PDF p. 2 — 40K/80K/120K DSG row · checked 2026-10-23
Golf R DSG fluid and filter
Every 40,000 miles, DSG-equipped vehicles only; this is not a conventional-automatic or manual duty.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four Golf R · 6-speed DSG automatic · US
Published interval: 40,000 mi · Every 40,000 miles, DSG-equipped vehicles only; this is not a conventional-automatic or manual duty.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 Golf R 2.0TSI 292 HP maintenance (December 2014) · PDF p. 2 — 40K/80K/120K DSG row · checked 2026-10-23
Oil filterView intervals, applicability and sources
Oil filter
Exact reference available
Engine oil filter — catalog fitment
Baldwin P40010
This manufacturer application record establishes replacement-filter fitment only; it does not establish a service interval.
Applies to: 2015 · 1.8-liter turbocharged inline-four · United States · Cataloged base Golf 1.8T application; GTI, Golf R, SportWagen, diesel, and electric variants are not inferred from this row.
Source: Baldwin Filters — Automotive Applications catalog (2017) · Printed catalog page 561, Volkswagen 2015 Golf 1.8L FI Turbo row — Lube — P40010 · checked 2026-08-31
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Validated equivalentBaldwin P40010
Qty. 1 · Engine lubricating-oil filter · catalog-listed
Cataloged for the 2015 base Golf 1.8T; confirm VIN and installed engine before ordering.
Catalog: Baldwin Filters — Automotive Applications catalog (2017) · Printed catalog page 561, Volkswagen 2015 Golf 1.8L FI Turbo row — Lube — P40010 · checked 2026-08-31
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TDI CRUA MANN oil-filter application
Manufacturer-catalogued replacement; fitment does not create a service interval.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel inline-four CRUA · US · CRUA diesel only; never apply gasoline spark-plug or gasoline-filter duties.
Source: MANN-FILTER — HU 7020 z, VW (USA) 2015 Golf 2.0L turbo diesel CRUA application · VW (USA) > 2015 > Golf 2.0L FI Turbo Diesel CRUA, 1968 cc, 110 kW / 150 HP · checked 2026-10-23
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Validated equivalentMANN-FILTER HU 7020 z
· catalog-listed
Catalog: MANN-FILTER — HU 7020 z, VW (USA) 2015 Golf 2.0L turbo diesel CRUA application · VW (USA) > 2015 > Golf 2.0L FI Turbo Diesel CRUA, 1968 cc, 110 kW / 150 HP · checked 2026-10-23
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GTI VIN 4,T Baldwin application
Manufacturer application only; not a VW genuine-part claim or new service interval.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four GTI · US · Exact Baldwin GTI row is qualified VIN 4,T; verify engine/VIN before ordering.
Source: Baldwin Filters — 2017 Automotive Applications, printed 561 / PDF 563 · PDF 563 / printed 561 — 2015 GTI 1984 cc VIN 4,T or separate Golf R 1984 cc row · checked 2026-10-23
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Validated equivalentBaldwin P40010
· catalog-listed
VIN character 5: T=210 hp or 4=220 hp PZEV, per Volkswagen MY2015 VIN filing revision4 January8,2015 PDF10 (https://vpic.nhtsa.gov/mid/home/displayfile/675dbbd4-f277-4021-9a9d-721c3cc7c5e0). Manufacturer aftermarket application, not Volkswagen OE.
Catalog: Baldwin Filters — 2017 Automotive Applications, printed 561 / PDF 563 · PDF 563 / printed 561 · checked 2026-10-23
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Golf R Baldwin application
Manufacturer application only; not a VW genuine-part claim or new service interval.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four Golf R · US · Separate positive Golf R application, not inferred from GTI.
Source: Baldwin Filters — 2017 Automotive Applications, printed 561 / PDF 563 · PDF 563 / printed 561 — 2015 GTI 1984 cc VIN 4,T or separate Golf R 1984 cc row · checked 2026-10-23
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Validated equivalentBaldwin P40010
· catalog-listed
Catalog: Baldwin Filters — 2017 Automotive Applications, printed 561 / PDF 563 · PDF 563 / printed 561 · checked 2026-10-23
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Fuel filterView intervals, applicability and sources
Fuel filter
Exact reference available
TDI fuel-filter replacement
Every 20,000 miles; replacement part selection separately depends on the installed sensor connection.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel inline-four CRUA · US · CRUA diesel only; never apply gasoline spark-plug or gasoline-filter duties.
Published interval: 20,000 mi · Every 20,000 miles; replacement part selection separately depends on the installed sensor connection.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 Golf / Golf SportWagen 2.0L TDI maintenance (December 2014) · PDF p. 2 — recurring fuel-filter row · checked 2026-10-23
TDI CRUA MANN fuel-filter application
Conditional positive application only. Do not claim exclusivity or supersession; sensor-equipped alternatives remain unverified.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel inline-four CRUA · US · Only without water-sensor connection; inspect actual hardware/VIN before ordering.
Source: MANN-FILTER — PU 8028, VW (USA) 2015 Golf CRUA; without water-sensor connection · VW (USA) > 2015 > Golf 2.0L FI Turbo Diesel CRUA, 1968 cc, 110 kW / 150 HP — without water-sensor connection · checked 2026-10-23
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Validated equivalentMANN-FILTER PU 8028
· catalog-listed
Without water-sensor connection only.
Catalog: MANN-FILTER — PU 8028, VW (USA) 2015 Golf CRUA; without water-sensor connection · VW (USA) > 2015 > Golf 2.0L FI Turbo Diesel CRUA, 1968 cc, 110 kW / 150 HP · checked 2026-10-23
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Timing beltView intervals, applicability and sources
Timing belt
Sourced interval available
TDI timing belt
Replace at 130,000 miles in this exact 2015 schedule; do not substitute an interval from a different TDI.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel inline-four CRUA · US · CRUA diesel only; never apply gasoline spark-plug or gasoline-filter duties.
Published interval: 130,000 mi · Replace at 130,000 miles in this exact 2015 schedule; do not substitute an interval from a different TDI.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 Golf / Golf SportWagen 2.0L TDI maintenance (December 2014) · PDF p. 2 — 130K milestone · checked 2026-10-23
Diesel exhaust fluidView intervals, applicability and sources
Diesel exhaust fluid
Sourced interval available
TDI AdBlue inspection/top-up
Check and replenish as specified at 10,000-mile milestones; respond to vehicle warnings sooner.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel inline-four CRUA · US · CRUA diesel only; never apply gasoline spark-plug or gasoline-filter duties.
Published interval: 10,000 mi · Check and replenish as specified at 10,000-mile milestones; respond to vehicle warnings sooner.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 Golf / Golf SportWagen 2.0L TDI maintenance (December 2014) · PDF p. 1 — recurring 10K milestones · checked 2026-10-23
TDI low-mileage AdBlue condition
Change AdBlue after four years if the vehicle has covered under 10,000 miles. This is a conditional low-mileage duty, not universal four-year replacement.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel inline-four CRUA · US · CRUA diesel only; never apply gasoline spark-plug or gasoline-filter duties.
Published interval: 48 months · Change AdBlue after four years if the vehicle has covered under 10,000 miles. This is a conditional low-mileage duty, not universal four-year replacement.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 Golf / Golf SportWagen 2.0L TDI maintenance (December 2014) · PDF p. 3, note 6 · checked 2026-10-23
Diesel particulate filterView intervals, applicability and sources
Diesel particulate filter
Sourced interval available
TDI initial DPF ash inspection
First inspect at 120,000 miles, or 120,000 miles after a replacement filter. Replace only when inspection calls for it; this is not automatic DPF replacement.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel inline-four CRUA · US · CRUA diesel only; never apply gasoline spark-plug or gasoline-filter duties.
Published interval: 120,000 mi · First inspect at 120,000 miles, or 120,000 miles after a replacement filter. Replace only when inspection calls for it; this is not automatic DPF replacement.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 Golf / Golf SportWagen 2.0L TDI maintenance (December 2014) · PDF p. 1 — DPF ash row · checked 2026-10-23
TDI subsequent DPF ash inspections
After the initial 120,000-mile inspection, inspect every 20,000 miles if replacement was not necessary.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged diesel inline-four CRUA · US · CRUA diesel only; never apply gasoline spark-plug or gasoline-filter duties.
Published interval: 20,000 mi · After the initial 120,000-mile inspection, inspect every 20,000 miles if replacement was not necessary.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 Golf / Golf SportWagen 2.0L TDI maintenance (December 2014) · PDF p. 1 — DPF ash row · checked 2026-10-23
Axle fluidView intervals, applicability and sources
Axle fluid
Sourced interval available
GTI equipped front differential lock
Change every three years only if the vehicle has the front axle differential lock (Performance Package). A GTI badge alone does not establish this equipment.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four GTI · US
Published interval: 36 months · Change every three years only if the vehicle has the front axle differential lock (Performance Package). A GTI badge alone does not establish this equipment.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 GTI 2.0TFSI maintenance (revised October 2020) · PDF p. 1 — October 2020 red revision; p. 3 calendar note · checked 2026-10-23
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Axle fluid
Sourced interval available
Golf R Haldex clutch oil
Change Haldex clutch oil every three years. Do not turn this calendar duty into a 30,000-mile interval or confuse it with DSG service.
Applies to: 2015 · 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four Golf R · US
Published interval: 36 months · Change Haldex clutch oil every three years. Do not turn this calendar duty into a 30,000-mile interval or confuse it with DSG service.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 Golf R 2.0TSI 292 HP maintenance (December 2014) · PDF pp. 1, 3, note 5 · checked 2026-10-23
Scheduled checks and inspectionsView intervals, applicability and sources
Scheduled checks and inspections
Sourced interval available
e-Golf routine service calendar
Routine service first at 10,000 miles or one year from in-service, whichever comes first; later milestones or one year after the last service. Includes applicable brake-pad inspection, tire rotation, rear washer and windshield/wiper checks. This does not bring forward the additional 20,000-mile HV/12V inspection tasks to the first service or create engine-oil duties.
Applies to: 2015 · EAGA electric motor · US · Electric EAGA drivetrain: no engine-oil, spark-plug, fuel-filter or DSG duties are inferred. Qualified EV technicians perform high-voltage work.
Published interval: 10,000 mi / 12 months · Routine service first at 10,000 miles or one year from in-service, whichever comes first; later milestones or one year after the last service. Includes applicable brake-pad inspection, tire rotation, rear washer and windshield/wiper checks. This does not bring forward the additional 20,000-mile HV/12V inspection tasks to the first service or create engine-oil duties.
Source: Volkswagen AG — Maintenance Intervals Edition 07.2014, MY 2015 USA, PDF 5–6 / printed 1–2 · PDF 30–31 / printed 26–27 — distinct e-Golf sections 1.3.1–1.3.3 · checked 2026-10-23
e-Golf high-voltage and 12V inspections
First at 20,000 miles, then each subsequent 10,000-mile milestone through the published 120,000-mile table: inspect charging cable/socket and high-voltage components/connections/labels; check HV charge level and diagnostically test 12V battery. This is inspection, not replacement or permission for owner HV disassembly.
Applies to: 2015 · EAGA electric motor · US · Electric EAGA drivetrain: no engine-oil, spark-plug, fuel-filter or DSG duties are inferred. Qualified EV technicians perform high-voltage work.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 e-Golf maintenance (June 2014) · PDF pp. 1–2 — 20K then every following 10K column · checked 2026-10-23
e-Golf tire rotation
Rotate every 10,000 miles following actual tire-fitment guidance.
Applies to: 2015 · EAGA electric motor · US · Electric EAGA drivetrain: no engine-oil, spark-plug, fuel-filter or DSG duties are inferred. Qualified EV technicians perform high-voltage work.
Published interval: 10,000 mi · Rotate every 10,000 miles following actual tire-fitment guidance.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 e-Golf maintenance (June 2014) · PDF pp. 1–2 — tire rotation row · checked 2026-10-23
CoolantView intervals, applicability and sources
Coolant
Sourced interval available
e-Golf coolant and eMotor compartment inspection
Inspect at 40,000-mile milestones. This is not a published traction-battery replacement or coolant-change interval.
Applies to: 2015 · EAGA electric motor · US · Electric EAGA drivetrain: no engine-oil, spark-plug, fuel-filter or DSG duties are inferred. Qualified EV technicians perform high-voltage work.
Published interval: 40,000 mi · Inspect at 40,000-mile milestones. This is not a published traction-battery replacement or coolant-change interval.
Source: Volkswagen of America — USA 2015 e-Golf maintenance (June 2014) · PDF pp. 1–2 — 40K inspection row · checked 2026-10-23

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