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Volkswagen Golf 5 2.0 TDi Sportline

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 5 2.0 TDi Sportline
Year2009
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1968 ccm (120.09 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving5.4 litres/100 km (43.56 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Displacement1968 ccm (120.09 cubic inches)
Max power140.00 PS (103 kW or 138 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque320.00 Nm (32.6 kgf-m or 236.0 ft.lbs) at 1750 Rev. per min.
Compression19.0:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 95.5 mm (3.2 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed203.0 km/h (126.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1123 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space2727 litres (720 gallons)
Cargo space350 litres (92 gallons)
Optional cargo space350 litres (92 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted.
Turn circle12 m (460.6 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control
Front suspensionMacPherson
Rear suspensionMacPherson

Dimensions and weight

Weight1247 kg (2,749.2 pounds)
Max weight with load1318 kg (2,905.7 pounds)
Towing weight1400 kg (3,086.5 pounds)
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

CO2 emissions153.9 g/km
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