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Would you like your VW Golf in R32 or GTi flavour? Image by James Jenkins.

Would you like your VW Golf in R32 or GTi flavour?
VW's VR6 evolved into the later-generation 4MOTION and then, as market trends dictated, a harder core version at the top of the Golf food chain, the R32.

   


Reviews homepage -> Volkswagen reviews -> 2006 Volkswagen Golf -> 5-door manual technical specifications

 
Performance, emissions & economy

Top speed (mph): 155
0-62 mph (seconds): 6.5

Urban mpg: 18.8
Extra urban mpg: 33.6
Combined mpg: 26.2
CO2 (g/km): 259


Dimensions & weights

Length (mm): 4246
Height (mm): 1465
Width (mm): 1759
Wheelbase (mm): 2578
Cargo volume (litres): 275
Gross weight (kg): 2050
Kerb weight (kg): 1590
Fuel tank capacity (litres): 55


 
Engine & transmission

Engine: V6 petrol engine mounted transversely in front. 15-degree V angle. Aluminium cylinder head and grey cast iron block.

Management: Emissions controlled to Euro IV levels.

Cubic capacity (cc): 3189
Compression ratio: 10.90:1
Bore x stroke (mm): 84.00 x 95.90
Valve gear: Four valves per cylinder. Continuous variable timing of inlet and exhaust camshafts. Roller rocker arms with hydraulic compensation operate the valves.
Max. power (bhp): 247 at 6300 rpm
Max. torque (lb.ft): 236 at 2800 rpm

Transmission: Six-speed manual. 4MOTION all wheel drive system with Haldex coupling.


 
Chassis & running gear

Front: Strut-type suspension.

Rear: Four-link rear suspension. Lowered 20mm from regular Golf.

Steering: Electro-mechanical power steering.

Brakes: Ventilated brakes discs all-round gripped by blue brake callipers. Front: 345mm. Rear: 310mm. ABS and ESP standard.

Wheels: 7.5 x 18-inch 'Zolder' alloys as standard.








 

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