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Volkswagen Golf GL

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf GL
Year1996
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1896 ccm (115.69 cubic inches)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1896 ccm (115.69 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power117.00 PS (86 kW or 115 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque165.43 Nm (16.9 kgf-m or 122.0 ft.lbs)
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke82.6 x 92.7 mm (3.3 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3860 litres (1,020 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Overall length4080 mm (160.6 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Aprox price as new USD13200
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