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Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSi

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 1.4 TSi
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.1 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1390 ccm (84.82 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving6.3 litres/100 km (37.34 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1390 ccm (84.82 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power122.00 PS (90 kW or 120 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque200.00 Nm (20.4 kgf-m or 147.5 ft.lbs) at 1500 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke76.6 x 75.6 mm (3.0 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.4 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3/5
Passenger space2577 litres (681 gallons)
Cargo space350 litres (92 gallons)
Optional cargo space1305 litres (345 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Overall length4210 mm (165.7 inches)
Overall width1770 mm (69.7 inches)
Overall height1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Wheelbase2580 mm (101.6 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR19005
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