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Volkswagen Golf Limited Edition

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf Limited Edition
Year1989
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1780 ccm (108.62 cubic inches)
Seats5
Drive4WD
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1780 ccm (108.62 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power212.90 PS (157 kW or 210 HP) at 6500 Rev. per min.
Max torque252.00 Nm (25.7 kgf-m or 185.9 ft.lbs) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Compression8.8:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed229.0 km/h (142.3 mph)
Power/weight ratio0.2695 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)
Cargo space347 litres (92 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight790 kg (1,741.7 pounds)
Overall length3990 mm (157.1 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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