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Volkswagen Golf 2.0 GTi

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 2.0 GTi
Year2008
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1984 ccm (121.06 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 98
Fuel mixed driving8.0 litres/100 km (29.40 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
Transmission6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1984 ccm (121.06 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power200.00 PS (147 kW or 197 HP) at 5100 Rev. per min.
Max torque280.00 Nm (28.6 kgf-m or 206.5 ft.lbs) at 1800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke82.5 x 92.8 mm (3.2 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Top speed235.0 km/h (146.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1497 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3/5
Passenger space2662 litres (703 gallons)
Cargo space350 litres (92 gallons)
Optional cargo space1305 litres (345 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle12 m (460.6 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake 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)
Ground clearance150 mm (5.9 inches)
Wheelbase2580 mm (101.6 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR24230
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