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Manual auto DSG makes a case for itself in Golf GTi. Image by James Jenkins.

Manual auto DSG makes a case for itself in Golf GTi
Purists comment that a sports car has to be a manual to be completely engaging; after a week with the VW Golf GTi equipped with DSG I'm not so sure.

   


Reviews homepage -> Volkswagen reviews -> 2005 Volkswagen Golf -> 3-door DSG technical specifications

 
Performance, emissions & economy

Top speed (mph): 145
0-62 mph (seconds): 6.9

Urban mpg: 26.2
Extra urban mpg: 44.8
Combined mpg: 35.3
CO2 (g/km): 192


Dimensions & weights

Length (mm): 4204
Height (mm): 1485
Width (mm): 1759
Wheelbase (mm): 2578
Cargo volume (litres): 350
Gross weight (kg): 1880
Kerb weight (kg): 1355
Max. braked trailer weight (kg): 1400
Max. unbraked trailer weight (kg): 710
Fuel tank capacity (litres): 55


 
Engine & transmission

Engine: Four cylinder inline petrol turbocharged engine with intercooler. Mounted in front transversely.

Management: Emissions controlled to Euro 4 standards.

Cubic capacity (cc): 1984
Compression ratio: 11.50:1
Bore x stroke (mm): 82.50 x 92.80
Valve gear: Four valves per cylinder. Continuous variable timing of inlet camshaft.
Max. power (bhp): 197 at 5100 rpm
Max. torque (lb.ft): 207 at 1800 rpm

Transmission: Six-speed automatic double clutch DSG (Direct Shift Gearbox). Front wheel drive.


 
Chassis & running gear

Front: Coil springs with telescopic shock absorbers, all elements integrated in chassis legs. Anti-roll bar.

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

Steering: Electro-mechanical power assisted steering.

Brakes: Diagonal twin-circuit brake system with inner ventilated front disc brakes and rear disc brakes. Front: 312mm. Rear: 286mm. ABS and EBD.

Wheels: Five-spoke 'Monza' 17-inch alloy as standard. 7.5x18-inch 'Monza II' five-spoke alloy fitted to test car at £445.

Tyres: 225/40 R18 fitted to test car.







 

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