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1997 Volkswagen Golf GTI-VR6 Driver's Edition 2dr Hatchback 5-spd manual w/OD

estimated cost $1,921
All estimates are based on average US prices, including depreciation if applicable.
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19 city / 25 highway mpg

overview

Passenger Doors

2

Passenger Capacity

4

Transmission

Close-ratio 5-speed manual transmission w/OD

Drive type

Front Wheel Drive

0-60 mph

7.35 sec

engine

Horsepower

172 hp

Horsepower RPM

5,800

Torque

173 ft-lbs.

Torque RPM

4,200

Cylinders

6

Base engine size

2.80 L

Engine type

Gas

drivetrain

Transmission

Close-ratio 5-speed manual transmission w/OD

First Gear Ratio

3.78

Second Gear Ratio

2.12

Third Gear Ratio

1.46

Fourth Gear Ratio

1.03

Fifth Gear Ratio

0.84

Final Drive Axle Ratio

3.39

Reverse Ratio

3.80

suspension and brakes

Front Suspension Type

Independent

Rear Suspension Type

Independent

Front Brakes

Front Disc Brakes

Rear Brakes

Rear Disc Brakes

Rear Drum Brake Dimensions

NA in.

Brake Type

ABS Brakes

ABS Brakes Type

Four-Wheel

tires and wheels

Front Tire Size

P205/50R15

Rear Tire Size

P205/50R15

Rear Tire Size

P205/50R15

Spare Tire Size

Compact

Front Wheel Material

Aluminum

Rear Wheel Material

Aluminum

Spare Wheel Material

Steel

weights and capacities

Curb weight

2,811 lbs.

Fuel tank capacity

14.50 gal.

Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down

17.50 ft³

EPA interior volume

86.80 cu.ft.

exterior dimensions

Length

160.40 in.

Width

66.70

Height

56.20 in.

Wheelbase

97.40 in.

Front track

56.90 in.

Rear track

56.50 in.

Ground clearance

4.80 in.

Turning circle

34.20 ft.

interior dimensions

Front head room

37.50 in.

Front leg room

42.30 in.

Front shoulder room

54.00 in.
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