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Volkswagen Golf V5

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf V5
Year1997
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2323 ccm (141.75 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2323 ccm (141.75 cubic inches)
Max power169.30 PS (125 kW or 167 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min.
Max torque225.00 Nm (22.9 kgf-m or 166.0 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Compression10.8:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 90.2 mm (3.2 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed224.0 km/h (139.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.2 seconds
0-50 miles5.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1366 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4040 litres (1,067 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (444.9 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1239 kg (2,731.5 pounds)
Overall length4160 mm (163.8 inches)
Overall width1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Ground clearance220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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