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Reviews homepage -> Volkswagen reviews -> 2009 Volkswagen Golf -> GT TDI 140 DSG technical specifications

 
Performance, emissions & economy

Top speed (mph): 129
0-62 mph (seconds): 9.3

Urban mpg: 39.8
Extra urban mpg: 62.8
Combined mpg: 52.3
CO2 (g/km): 142


Dimensions & weights

Length (mm): 4199
Height (mm): 1479
Width (mm): 1786
Wheelbase (mm): 2578
Cargo volume (litres): 350
Gross weight (kg): 1930
Kerb weight (kg): 1322
Max. braked trailer weight (kg): 1500
Max. unbraked trailer weight (kg): 690
Fuel tank capacity (litres): 55


 
Engine & transmission

Engine: Four-cylinder inline turbodiesel engine mounted transversely in front. Turbocharger with variable turbine geometry.

Management: Emissions controlled to EU V levels.

Cubic capacity (cc): 1968
Valve gear: Four valves per cylinder (16v).
Max. power (bhp): 138 at 4200 rpm
Max. torque (lb.ft): 236 at 1750 rpm

Transmission: Six-speed DSG (dual-clutch automatic). Front-wheel drive.


 
Chassis & running gear

Front: Coil springs with telescopic shock absorbers. Triangular wishbones. Anti-roll bar.

Rear: Gas pressure shock absorbers and separate springs. Four-link suspension. Anti-roll bar.

Steering: Electro-mechanical power assisted steering.

Turning circle diameter (m): 10.90

Brakes: Diagonal twin-circuit brake system with inner-ventilated front disc brakes and rear disc brakes. ABS, EBD and HBA.








 

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