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Volkswagen T5 California 2.5 TDi

General information

ModelVolkswagen T5 California 2.5 TDi
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating63.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2459 ccm (150.05 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving6.8 litres/100 km (34.59 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Displacement2459 ccm (150.05 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 5 cylinder
Max torque400.00 Nm (40.8 kgf-m or 295.0 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression18.0:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 95.5 mm (3.2 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed185.0 km/h (115.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)13.0 seconds

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space2577 litres (681 gallons)
Cargo space1208 litres (319 gallons)
Optional cargo space4525 litres (1,196 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system
Front suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight2344 kg (5,167.6 pounds)
Towing weight2500 kg (5,511.6 pounds)
Overall length4220 mm (166.1 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Wheelbase3010 mm (118.5 inches)
Fuel capacity80.0 litres (21.14 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions148.9 g/km
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