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Compare 2006 Volkswagen Golf specifications by trim levels

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Golf is a 5-seat Hatchback from Volkswagen, which first hit the market back in 1999.

With the price tag ranging from $16,030 to $19,580, the Volkswagen Golf faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Cobalt, Dodge Dart.

Overview

Wheels

Bulb Size

The Volkswagen Golf has a maximum towing capacity of 2500 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.

The Volkswagen Golf boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 31 to 44 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.

The maximum width and height is 68.30mm x 164.90mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.

Key Specs of 2006 Volkswagen Golf

  • Fuel Tank: 14.5 gal

  • Wheelbase: 98.9 in

  • MPG: 24 city/31 hwy

  • 0-60 mph: 9 sec

  • Towing capacity: 2500 lbs

  • Curb: 2857 lbs

  • Tires: P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS

  • Cargo: 18 cu.ft

  • Passenger capacity: 5

  • Dimensions(LxWxH): 164.9 x 68.3 x 56.7



2006 Volkswagen Golf Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures

The Volkswagen Golf is offered in 3 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades

Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Volkswagen Golf safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.

Compare the Volkswagen Golf specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.

Specs

    • Main Info

    • Body Style Hatchback

    • Doors 4

    • Engine

    • Horsepower 100 hp @ 4000 –
      115 hp @ 5200

    • Torque 122 lb-ft. –
      177 lb-ft.

    • 0-60mph / 0-100kmh 9 - 10.8 sec

    • 1/4 mile time 17.7 - 18.4 sec

    • Dimensions

    • Length 164.9 in

    • Width 68.3 in

    • Height 56.7 in

    • Wheelbase 98.9 in

    • Curb Weight 2857 lbs

    • GVWR 3881 lbs

    • Towing capacity 2500 lbs

    • Turning radius 17.9 ft

    • CAPACITY

    • Seats 5

    • Passenger volume 88

    • FUEL

    • Fuel tank 14.5 gal

    • City 24 - 37 mpg

    • Combined 28 - 41 mpg

    • Highway 31 - 44 mpg

    • Highway range 449.5 - 638 mi



Specifications

GL 2.0L 4dr Hatchback

GLS 2.0L 4dr Hatchback

GLS TDI 4dr Hatchback
Exterior length
164.90 in 164.90 in 164.90 in
Exterior body width
68.30 in 68.30 in 68.30 in
Exterior height
56.70 in 56.70 in 56.70 in
Horsepower
115 115 100
Torque
122 122 177
Fuel economy - city
24 mpg 24 mpg 37 mpg
Fuel economy - highway
31 mpg 31 mpg 44 mpg
0-60mph / 0-100kmh (s)
9.00 seconds 9.00 seconds 10.80 seconds
1/4 mile time
17.70 seconds 17.70 seconds 18.40 seconds
1/4 mile speed
77 mph 77 mph 72 mph
Lateral acceleration (g)
0.80 0.80 0.80
Slalom speed
60 mph 60 mph 60 mph
Bore-and-Stroke
3.25/3.65 " 3.25/3.65 " 3.13/3.76 "
Curb weight
2857.00 lbs 2897.00 lbs 2972.00 lbs
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
3881.00 lbs 3881.00 lbs 3969.00 lbs
Wheelbase
98.90 in 98.90 in 98.90 in
Front track
59.60 " 59.60 " 59.60 "
Rear track
58.80 " 58.80 " 58.80 "
Turning radius
17.90 17.90 17.90
Front legroom
41.50 in 41.50 in 41.50 in
Rear legroom
33.50 in 33.50 in 33.50 in
Front headroom
38.60 in 37.40 in 37.40 in
Rear headroom
37.40 in 36.50 in 36.50 in
Front shoulder room
53.70 in 53.70 in 53.70 in
Rear shoulder room
52.40 in 52.40 in 52.40 in
Luggage volume
18.00 cu.ft. 18.00 cu.ft. 18.00 cu.ft.
Luggage volume (max)
41.80 cu.ft. 41.80 cu.ft. 41.80 cu.ft.
Passenger volume
88 cu.ft. 85 cu.ft. 85 cu.ft.
Fuel tank
14.50 gal. 14.50 gal. 14.50 gal.
Payload
902 lbs. 902 lbs. 913 lbs.
Drag coefficient
0.31 0.31 0.31

Interior Features

GL 2.0L 4dr Hatchback

GLS 2.0L 4dr Hatchback

GLS TDI 4dr Hatchback
12V DC power outlet
2 2 2

Exterior Features

GL 2.0L 4dr Hatchback

GLS 2.0L 4dr Hatchback

GLS TDI 4dr Hatchback
Door count
4 doors 4 doors 4 doors
Front tires
P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS
Wheels
15" steel 15" silver aluminum 15" silver aluminum
Sunroof
1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass –

Seats

GL 2.0L 4dr Hatchback

GLS 2.0L 4dr Hatchback

GLS TDI 4dr Hatchback
Standard seating
5 5 5

Entertainment System

GL 2.0L 4dr Hatchback

GLS 2.0L 4dr Hatchback

GLS TDI 4dr Hatchback
Speakers
8 8 8

Safety and Security Features

GL 2.0L 4dr Hatchback

GLS 2.0L 4dr Hatchback

GLS TDI 4dr Hatchback
Door curb lights
2 2 2

Mechanical Features

GL 2.0L 4dr Hatchback

GLS 2.0L 4dr Hatchback

GLS TDI 4dr Hatchback
Axle ratio
4.24 4.24 3.39

Other Specs

GL 2.0L 4dr Hatchback

GLS 2.0L 4dr Hatchback

GLS TDI 4dr Hatchback
Maximum towing capacity
2500 lbs. 2500 lbs. 2500 lbs.