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Volkswagen Golf 2.0 Automatic

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 2.0 Automatic
Year1999
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1984 ccm (121.06 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving12.8 litres/100 km (18.38 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving9.0 litres/100 km (26.14 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving6.9 litres/100 km (34.09 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1984 ccm (121.06 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power114.60 PS (84 kW or 113 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque172.00 Nm (17.5 kgf-m or 126.9 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression10.3:1
Bore x stroke82.5 x 92.8 mm (3.2 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed192.0 km/h (119.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)11.7 seconds
0-50 miles7.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0907 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)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1263 kg (2,784.4 pounds)
Overall length4160 mm (163.8 inches)
Overall width1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground clearance220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions215.9 g/km
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