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Volkswagen Golf V6 4Motion

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf V6 4Motion
Year1998
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2792 ccm (170.37 cubic inches)
Seats5
Drive4WD
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2792 ccm (170.37 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power203.80 PS (150 kW or 201 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min.
Max torque270.00 Nm (27.5 kgf-m or 199.2 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 90.2 mm (3.2 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed235.0 km/h (146.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.4 seconds
0-50 miles5.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1448 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3960 litres (1,046 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1407 kg (3,101.9 pounds)
Overall length4160 mm (163.8 inches)
Overall width1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2470 mm (97.2 inches)
Fuel capacity62.0 litres (16.38 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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