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 BHP
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- 26.4 - 67.3 mpg
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- 1,154 - 1,594 kg
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- 275 - 1,450 L (Hatchback)
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- 505 - 1,405 L (Estate)
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 hatchback or estate. There are many power levels available, ranging from a 74 BHP 1.4 L Inline 4 petrol engine all the way to a 247 BHP 3.2 L V6 petrol 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 BHP and a power/weight ratio of 159 BHP/Tonne 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 505-1,405 litres of cargo. It also has a towing capacity of 1,400 kg.
Euro NCAP Results
