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Volkswagen Golf 2.0 GTI

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 2.0 GTI
Year2007
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating79.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1999 ccm (121.98 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 98
Fuel mixed driving8.0 litres/100 km (29.40 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1999 ccm (121.98 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power203.00 PS (149 kW or 200 HP) at 5100 Rev. per min.
Max torque280.69 Nm (28.6 kgf-m or 207.0 ft.lbs) at 1800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.3:1
Bore x stroke81.3 x 94.0 mm (3.2 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed209.0 km/h (129.9 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.2 seconds
0-60 miles7.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1519 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3/5
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Cargo space350 litres (92 gallons)
Optional cargo space1305 litres (345 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1338 kg (2,949.8 pounds)
Max weight with load1902 kg (4,193.2 pounds)
Towing weight1404 kg (3,095.3 pounds)
Overall length4220 mm (166.1 inches)
Overall width1770 mm (69.7 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2580 mm (101.6 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR24230
CO2 emissions149.0 g/km
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