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Volkswagen Golf 2.3

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 2.3
Year1999
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2324 ccm (141.81 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2324 ccm (141.81 cubic inches)
Max power150.00 PS (110 kW or 148 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque210 Nm (21.4 kgf-m or 154.9 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke81.0 x 90.2 mm (3.2 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1210 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4340 litres (1,147 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1240 kg (2,733.7 pounds)
Overall length4160 mm (163.8 inches)
Overall width1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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