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Volkswagen Jetta GLX

General information

ModelVolkswagen Jetta GLX
Year1996
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2800 ccm (170.86 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement2800 ccm (170.86 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power176.00 PS (129 kW or 174 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque234.59 Nm (23.9 kgf-m or 173.0 ft.lbs)
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 90.4 mm (3.2 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed209.0 km/h (129.9 mph)
0-60 miles7.2 seconds

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3990 litres (1,054 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Overall length4410 mm (173.6 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Aprox price as new USD23560
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