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Volkswagen Golf 2.0 Variant

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 2.0 Variant
Year1997
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58 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
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement1984 ccm (121.06 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power116.7 PS (86 kW or 115 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque166.00 Nm (16.9 kgf-m or 122.4 ft.lbs) at 2600 Rev. per min.
Compression10.3:1
Bore x stroke82.5 x 92.8 mm (3.2 x 3.7 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0907 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks, 239 mm

Dimensions and weight

Weight1290 kg (2,844.0 pounds)
Overall length4400 mm (173.2 inches)
Overall width1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Overall height1480 mm (58.3 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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