What is a Volkswagen PR code?
A PR code is a factory option code used by Volkswagen to identify specific equipment or features installed in a vehicle.
Volkswagen Option Code Decoder
Decode Volkswagen PR codes and understand factory equipment and features.
Decode a single Volkswagen option code or PR code and understand the available factory designation. If you want to review examples first, open the common Volkswagen option code examples page.
Decode Volkswagen option codes
Option codes are usually 3-character PR codes found in vehicle documentation or build sheets.
What are Volkswagen option codes?
Volkswagen option codes (PR codes) are factory identifiers used to describe vehicle equipment, features, and technical specifications. Each code corresponds to a specific component or configuration, such as transmission type, suspension setup, interior trim, or safety systems. These codes help identify how a vehicle left the factory and what equipment it includes. If you want to review examples first, open the Volkswagen option code examples page.
Example Volkswagen option codes
| Code | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1AT | Electronic Stability Control (ESC) |
| G1C | 7-speed automatic transmission |
| 7X2 | Parking sensors (front and rear) |
| L0L | Left-hand drive vehicle |
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Where to find Volkswagen option codes?
- Service book or maintenance booklet
- Vehicle data sticker with PR codes, usually in the service book or boot/spare wheel area
- Dealer documentation
- Previous reports or build sheets
FAQ
Can I decode Volkswagen option codes for free?
Yes. You can check a single code meaning, but a VIN-based build sheet gives broader factory context when available.
What is the difference between option codes and a build sheet?
Option codes describe individual equipment items or designations, while a VIN-based build sheet combines many factory entries into broader vehicle context.
Do all Volkswagen vehicles have option codes?
Yes, all Volkswagen vehicles are assigned PR codes during production to define their configuration.
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