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Overview
The 2014 Volkswagen Golf GTi is a front-wheel drive, 2-door Convertible that was released to the New Zealand market on 1st July 2013. The Volkswagen Golf is regarded as a small Car built in Germany with prices starting at $60,750 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Golf is powered by a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that has 155 kW of power (at 5300 rpm) and 280 Nm of torque (at 1700 rpm) via a Six-speed Manual transmission. Volkswagen claims the Golf GTi uses 7.7L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 180g of CO2. It has a 55L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 714km per full tank
The Volkswagen Golf measures 1414mm (55.7 inches) in height, 4246mm (167.2 inches) in length, 1782mm (70.2 inches) in width with a 2578mm (101.5 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1555kg (3428.2 lbs) of unladen weight. The Golf GTi comes standard with 225/40 Rnull front tyres and 225/40 Rnull rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2014 Volkswagen Golf GTi has a 139mm ground clearance with a 1400kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
54.61 - 150.75 kW/t
54.61 kW/t
170.42 kW/t
Boot Space
250 - 605 litres
250 litres
810 litres
Fuel Efficiency
3.9 - 7.7 L/100km
0.6 L/100km
8.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
704 - 1,282 km
693 km
1,293 km
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
5 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 - 3 years
1 year
6 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,750 - 2,030 kg
1,730 kg
2,075 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,400 - 1,600 kg
600 kg
1,800 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
102 - 139 mm
102 mm
140 mm
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Dimensions
4,246 mm
1,782 mm
1,414 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,246 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,782 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,414 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,578 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Golf Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 180
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 82.5
Engine (cc): 1984
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 2.0
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 92.8
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Gasoline Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 12.1
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Number of Screens: 1
Screen Size (in): 6.5
Touch Screen: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 714
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 444
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 13.0
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 7.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 37
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 31
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 16.1
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 6.2
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 46
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 38
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 9.6
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 10.4
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 27
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 23
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 7.7
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 7.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 235
Maximum Speed (mph): 146
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 211
Maximum Power (kW): 155
Maximum Torque (Nm): 280
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5300
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1700
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Automatic Mode: yes
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
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: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 225
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 225
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 18
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 18
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 8.0
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Local Body Type: Convertible
Platform Code: Pq35
Wheelbase Type: Short
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 8.8
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 250
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 60.4
Front Track (mm): 1535
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.5
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 139
Overall Height (in): 55.7
Overall Height (mm): 1414
Overall Length (in): 167.2
Overall Length (mm): 4246
Overall Width (in): 70.2
Overall Width (mm): 1782
Rear Track (in): 59.4
Rear Track (mm): 1508
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): 38.2
Front Headroom (mm): 971
Rear Headroom (in): 37.3
Rear Headroom (mm): 948
Front Hip Room (in): 57.8
Front Hip Room (mm): 1468
Rear Hip Room (in): 48.3
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1228
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
Type: Metallic
Convertible Rollover Protection
Rollover Protection Type: Concealed System
Convertible Roof
Soft Top Rear Glass Window: yes
Roof Soft Operation: Electric
Roof Soft Type: Soft
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
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): 1400
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3086
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (kg): 1555
Kerb Weight Inc Driver (lb): 3428
Kerb Weight Includes Driver: yes
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1555
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3428
Tare Weight (kg): 1521
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
In-Dash DVD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
iPod Connection (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Front DVD: yes
Location: Front
Front Screen Size (in): 6.1
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Automatic Parking
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Doors: Chrome
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Handbrake Grip: Leather
Instrument Panel: Chrome
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 5
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: A
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.2 Tsi
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 2
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Front Head Protection: yes
Location: Front
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 4
Configuration: 2+2
Air Conditioning
Type: Auto
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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