| VW Golf GTI MK7 (2013) |
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Country
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Germany
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Top Speed (mph)
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153
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0-60 mph
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6.5
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BHP
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217 @4500-6200rpm
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Torque lbft
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258 @1500-4400rpm
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BHP per ton
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159
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MPG UK/US
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44/37
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Engine capacity CC/CU
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1984/121
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Engine type
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Straight 4 Fuel Injection
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Aspiration
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Turbocharged
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Compression Ratio
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9.8:1
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Valve Type/No
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DOHC 16
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Transmission (manual/auto)
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Automatic DSG
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No of speeds
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6
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Wheels driven
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FWD
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Brakes F/R
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Disc/Disc
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No. of Seats
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4/5
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Length (in)
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168
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Width (in)
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70.5
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Height (in)
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56.8
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Kerb Weight (lbs)
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3005
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| Additional Info: The standard GTI has 217bhp or if you opt for the GTI Performance Pack you get 227bhp with 0-60 being reduced to 6.4 secs, bigger ventilated brakes all round and an electronically controlled differential lock. Both cars come with either a 6 speed manual or DSG automatic and either 3 or 5 door. In 2013 the Clubsport 40 was added and has 261bhp and will get to 60 in 6.1 seconds. For those after more, there is the new for 2014 Golf R with 296bhp/280lbsft, which will get to 60 in just under 5 seconds. Cabriolet versions of the both the GTi and R are also available. 2017 GTi now with 245bhp and gets to 60 in 6 seconds. |
