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Volkswagen Golf 5 R32

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 5 R32
Year2009
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3189 ccm (194.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving9.9 litres/100 km (23.88 miles per gallon)
Seats5
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed
Airbags4. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement3189 ccm (194.59 cubic inches)
Max power250.00 PS (184 kW or 247 HP) at 6300 Rev. per min.
Max torque320.00 Nm (32.6 kgf-m or 236.0 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.3:1
Bore x stroke95.9 x 84.0 mm (3.8 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemDirect injection (DI)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed248.0 km/h (154.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)6.2 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Cargo space350 litres (92 gallons)
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted.
Turn circle12 m (460.6 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control

Dimensions and weight

Overall length4250 mm (167.3 inches)
Overall width1770 mm (69.7 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2580 mm (101.6 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)
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