There was a large enough difference between the 2006 and 2012 Volkswagen Golf Wagons that a new hitch had to be made so for your 2012 Volkswagen Golf Wagen you'd need to install the Draw Tite hitch # C11474 that you referenced. view full answer...
The Thule Aeroblade Edge Roof Rack part # TH7501-TH7502 is a confirmed fit for your 2011 Volkswagen GolfWagen and would not require any trimming to fit.
I could not recommend cutting the bars even if the bars were too long since that would void the warranty. view full answer...
For your 2011 Volkswagen Golf TDI Sportwagen you will want the Curt Class 1 Hitch # C11474 which is a confirmed fit and will work well. I prefer Draw Tite over Curt as Draw Tite does not require a stabilizer strap when carrying a bike rack like Curt does.
The most popular bike rack we carry that has been confirmed to fit this vehicle is the Thule Camber 2 part # TH9058. We asked our demo and install guys to name their favorite, most easy-to-use bike racks and this one showed up in nearly... view full answer...
I do have an option for you but the only trailer hitch we offer for a 2013 Volkswagen Golf SportWagon is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C11474 which has a class I rating with 1-1/4" receiver opening. It features a bolt-on install without any drilling required. If you have a 2" accessory then you'll have to use an adapter like the Trailer Hitch Adapter part # e93YR or part # e43YR but keep in mind these adapters reduce hitch capacity by 50%. That said, it's your only option as there... view full answer...