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Overview
The 2005 Volkswagen Golf Base is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The Volkswagen Golf is regarded as a small Car built in Germany with prices starting at $46,490 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Golf is powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine that has 103 kW of power (at 6200 rpm) and 220 Nm of torque (at 3200 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. It has a 55L fuel tank
The Volkswagen Golf measures 1485mm (58.5 inches) in height, 4204mm (165.5 inches) in length, 1759mm (69.3 inches) in width with a 2578mm (101.5 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1316kg (2901.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The Golf Base comes standard with 225/45 R17 front tyres and 225/45 R17 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2005 Volkswagen Golf Base has a 102mm ground clearance with a 1700kg braked and 650kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
61.35 - 110.03 kW/t
54.51 kW/t
111.58 kW/t
Boot Space
350 litres
330 litres
435 litres
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 - 3 years
1 year
6 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,770 - 1,900 kg
1,675 kg
2,125 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,500 - 1,700 kg
1,200 kg
1,800 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
102 mm
102 mm
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Dimensions
4,204 mm
1,759 mm
1,485 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,204 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,759 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,485 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,578 mm |
| Load Capacity | 584 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Golf Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Engine
Bore Engine: 81
Engine (cc): 1968
Compression Ratio: 18.5
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 95.5
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Fuel Type: Diesel
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ECE 99/100 Combined (L/100km): 5.9
ECE 99/100 Combined (mpg): 40
ECE 99/100 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.8
ECE 99/100 Country Highway (mpg): 49
ECE 99/100 Standard: Ece 99/100
ECE 99/100 Urban (L/100km): 7.8
ECE 99/100 Urban (mpg): 30
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 9.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 201
Maximum Speed (mph): 125
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 140
Maximum Power (kW): 103
Maximum Torque (Nm): 220
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3200
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Transmission
Automatic Clutch Manual: yes
Automatic Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Type: Electric
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 45
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Pq35
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 46.1
Rear Seat Down (L): 1305
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 12.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 350
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 60.6
Front Track (mm): 1539
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 102
Overall Height (in): 58.5
Overall Height (mm): 1485
Overall Length (in): 165.5
Overall Length (mm): 4204
Overall Width (in): 69.3
Overall Width (mm): 1759
Rear Track (in): 60.2
Rear Track (mm): 1528
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.8
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10900
Wheelbase (in): 101.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2578
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.9
Front Headroom (mm): 987
Rear Headroom (in): 38.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 979
Front Hip Room (in): 56.9
Front Hip Room (mm): 1446
Rear Hip Room (in): 56.6
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1437
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
Type: Gloss
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1700
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3748
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 650
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1433
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1900
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4189
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1316
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2901
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio System
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Location: Centre Console
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 10
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Remote Control
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Instrument Panel: Titanium
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Pop Out
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Power Locks
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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