Volkswagen Golf V5 1997 specs
General information
| Model: | Volkswagen Golf V5 |
| Year: | 1997 |
| Category: | Midsize family cars |
| Manufacturer: | Volkswagen |
| Seats: | 5 |
Engine and transmission
| Engine location: | Front, transverse |
| Displacement: | 2323 ccm |
| Max power: | 169.3 PS (125 kW) at 6200 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque: | 225 Nm at 3200 Rev. per min. |
| Compression: | 10.8:1 |
| Bore x stroke: | 81 x 90.2 mm (3.2 x 3.6 inches) |
| Fuel system: | Injection |
| Cooling system: | Liquid |
| Gearbox: | Manual, 5-speed |
Main features, safety and ecconomy
| Drive: | Front wheels |
Speed and acceleration
| Top speed: | 224 km/h (139.2 mph) |
| 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph): | 8.2 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio: | 0.1366 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior
| Chassis type: | Hatchback |
| Max no. of doors: | 3 |
| Passenger space: | 4040 litres (1068 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires
| Brake details: | Antiblocking system |
| Front tire dimensions: | 190/65-R15 |
| Turn circle: | 11 m (433.1 inches) |
Dimensions and weight
| Weight: | 1239 kg (2731.5 pounds) |
| Overall length: | 4160 mm (163.8 inches) |
| Overall width: | 1740 mm (68.5 inches) |
| Overall height: | 1450 mm (57.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase: | 2520 mm (99.2 inches) |
| Fuel capacity: | 55 litres (14.53 gallons) |
| Ground clearance: | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |






















