The Hatchback version of the Golf model has a 1984 cc (121.0 ci) 16 valve Straight 4 Turbo Petrol engine.
This particular Volkswagen-VW Golf GTi Edition 30 DSG has a 6 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's FWD system.
The Golf's 1984 cc (121.0 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 227 bhp (169 kW) @ 5500 rpm.
The Volkswagen-VW Golf produces torque measuring 221 lb-ft (299.6 Nm) @ 2200 rpm.
The Golf weighs around 1376 kg (3033 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 164.9 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 160.6 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Volkswagen-VW Golf GTi Edition 30 DSG - [2006] has a top speed of 151 mph (243.0 kph)
This Golf accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 6.50 seconds or 0-100kph in 6.7s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.34 seconds with a trap speed of 92.4 mph.
2006 Golf: Full Review and Comparisons.
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