2003-2013 Golf OverviewVolkswagen Golf Overview (2003 - 2013)
Mk5
Tech Specs Summary
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- 100 - 155 mph
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- 6.5 - 16.7 seconds
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- 74 - 247 hp
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- 22 - 56 mpg
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- 2,544 - 3,514 lbs
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- 17.8 - 49.6 ft3 (Wagon)
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- 9.7 - 51.2 ft3 (Hatchback)
This generation of the Volkswagen Golf (Mk5) was produced by the German manufacturer Volkswagen between 2003 - 2013. It's a front engined car with either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and came as either a wagon or hatchback. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 74 hp 1.4 L Inline 4 gasoline engine all the way to a 247 hp 3.2 L V6 gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Golf is the Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 30 which scores 2.8★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 227 hp and a power/weight ratio of 13.91 lb/hp it has a top speed of 152 mph and gets to 62 mph in 6.6 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.6 TDI 105 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 814 miles and can store 17.8-49.6 cubic feet of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 3,086 lbs.
Euro NCAP Results
