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Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (97-04)
Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (97-04)
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Specs Overview

4wd
Manual
Petrol
3dr
Power (bhp)237 bhp
Acceleration 0-60 mph6.4 secs
Miles per tank332 miles
Insurance group get an insurance quote? 36
Road tax£415 per year
Dimensions (mm)Length 4149mm X Width 2018mm
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Costs

What is the price to buy a used and new Golf Hatchback 1997 and what is the overall running cost?

Insurance group36
Annual road tax£415
Price when new£22,448
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Dimensions

What are the dimensions of Golf Hatchback 1997 and its fuel capacity and the overall weight?

Fuel Capacity63 litres
Weight1512kg
Length4149mm
Width2018mm
Height1439mm
Wheelbase2511mm
Turning Circle10m
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Performance

What is the BHP, top speed, torque, and CO2 emissions of Golf Hatchback 1997?

Power237 bhp
Top Speed153 mph
0-60 mph6.4 secs
Torque320 Nm, 236 ft-lb
CO2 Emissions276 g/km
Euro Emissions Standard
4

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Miles Per Tank332 miles
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Equipment list & trim options

R32 Basic equipment
  • ABS
  • Body coloured bumpers
  • Cloth seat trim
  • Height adjustable drivers seat
  • PAS
  • Steering wheel rake adjustment
  • Steering wheel reach adjustment
R32 Standard Equipment
  • Alarm
  • Alloy wheels
  • CD Multichanger
  • Climate control
  • Electric driver`s seat
  • Electric mirrors
  • Electric passenger`s seat
  • Folding rear seats
  • Front electric windows
  • Headlight washers
  • Heated mirrors
  • Heated seats
  • Isofix child seat anchor points
  • Lumbar support
  • Metallic Paint
  • Remote locking
  • Side airbags
  • Sports seats
  • Traction control
R32 Optional Equipment
  • Driver`s airbag
  • Passenger`s airbag
  • Rear electric windows
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Engine

What is the Engine size, fuel type, transmission, and Gearbox of Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 1997?

Engine Size3189cc
Cylinders6
Valves24
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionManual
Gearbox6 Speed
Drivetrain4 wheel drive
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Cabin & Luggage

What are the number of seats and doors in Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 1997 and its boot size?

Doors3
Seats5
Luggage Capacity245 litres
Unbraked Towing Weight-
Braked Towing Weight-

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