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Volkswagen Golf 1.9 CL Umwelt

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 1.9 CL Umwelt
Year1991
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1896 ccm (115.69 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1896 ccm (115.69 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power76.00 PS (56 kW or 75 HP) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Max torque150.00 Nm (15.3 kgf-m or 110.6 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min.
Compression22.5:1
Bore x stroke79.6 x 95.5 mm (3.1 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-50 miles9.5 seconds
0-60 miles13.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0744 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1022 kg (2,253.1 pounds)
Overall length4030 mm (158.7 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)
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