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Specs of Volkswagen Golf VIII R 2.0 TSI (315 Hp) 4MOTION /2021, 2022, 2023, 2024/

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Key specs

Volkswagen Golf VIII R 2.0 TSI (315 Hp) 4MOTION /Hatchback 2021 - 2024/

What is the body type of Volkswagen Golf VIII?
Hatchback, 5 Doors, 5 Seats
What is the fuel consumption and economy of Volkswagen Golf VIII R 2.0 TSI (315 Hp) 4MOTION?
10.2 l/100 km
23.1 US mpg
27.7 UK mpg
9.8 km/l
What is the power output of Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 2021 R 2.0 TSI (315 Hp) 4MOTION?
315 Hp, 380 Nm
280 lb.-ft.
What is the engine displacement of Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 2021 R 2.0 TSI (315 Hp) 4MOTION?
2.0 l
1984 cm3
121.07 cu. in.
What is the number of cylinders in 2021 Volkswagen R 2.0 TSI (315 Hp) 4MOTION?
4, Inline
What is the drivetrain of Volkswagen Golf VIII Hatchback 2021 R 2.0 TSI (315 Hp) 4MOTION?
All wheel drive (4x4). Internal Combustion engine. The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle.
What is the length of 2021 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback?
4290 mm
168.9 in.
What is the width of 2021 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback?
1789 mm
70.43 in.
What is the kerb weight of 2021 Volkswagen Golf VIII R 2.0 TSI (315 Hp) 4MOTION?
1544 kg
3404 lbs.
What is the maximum permissible mass of 2021 Volkswagen Golf VIII R 2.0 TSI (315 Hp) 4MOTION?
2020 kg
4453 lbs.
What is the trunk (boot) capacity of 2021 Volkswagen Golf Hatchback?
564 - 977 l
19.9 - 34.5 cu. ft.
What are the number of gears and the gearbox type of 2021 Volkswagen Golf VIII R 2.0 TSI (315 Hp) 4MOTION?
6, manual transmission

General information

Model
Generation
Modification (Engine)
R 2.0 TSI (315 Hp) 4MOTION
Start of production
2021
End of production
2024
Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Body type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
5
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Performance specs

Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA)
11.8 l/100 km 19.9 US mpg
23.9 UK mpg
8.5 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA)
8.4 l/100 km 28 US mpg
33.6 UK mpg
11.9 km/l
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA)
10.2 l/100 km 23.1 US mpg
27.7 UK mpg
9.8 km/l
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Weight-to-power ratio
4.9 kg/Hp, 204 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio
4.1 kg/Nm, 246.1 Nm/tonne

Engine specs

Power
315 Hp @ 5900-6500 rpm.
Power per litre
158.8 Hp/l
Torque
380 Nm @ 1900-5900 rpm. 280 lb.-ft. @ 1900-5900 rpm.
Engine layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model/Code
EA888 / DSFE, DSFF
Engine displacement
1984 cm3 121.07 cu. in.
Number of cylinders
4
Engine configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
82.5 mm 3.25 in.
Piston Stroke
92.8 mm 3.65 in.
Compression ratio
9.3:1
Number of valves per cylinder
4
Fuel injection system
Direct injection
Engine aspiration
Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain
DOHC
Engine oil capacity
5.7 l 6.02 US qt | 5.02 UK qt
Engine oil specification
Engine systems
Start & Stop System

Volume and weights

Kerb Weight
1544 kg 3404 lbs.
Max. weight
2020 kg 4453 lbs.
Max load
476 kg 1049 lbs.
Trunk (boot) space - minimum
564 l 19.9 cu. ft.
Trunk (boot) space - maximum
977 l 34.5 cu. ft.
Fuel tank capacity
55 l 14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal
Max. roof load
75 kg 165 lbs.

Dimensions

Length
4290 mm 168.9 in.
Width
1789 mm 70.43 in.
Height
1465 mm 57.68 in.
Wheelbase
2630 mm 103.54 in.
Front track
1541 mm 60.67 in.
Rear (Back) track
1516 mm 59.69 in.
Ride height (ground clearance)
120 mm 4.72 in.
Drag coefficient (Cd)
0.33
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)
12 m 39.37 ft.
Approach angle
13.3°
Departure angle
20.5°
Ramp-over (breakover) angle
14.8°

Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs

Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheel
All wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears and type of gearbox
6 gears, manual transmission
Front suspension
Independent, McPherson type with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Independent multi-link spring suspension with anti-roll bar
Front brakes
Ventilated discs, 357x34 mm
Rear brakes
Ventilated discs, 310x22 mm
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering type
Steering rack and pinion
Power steering
Electric Steering
Tire size
235/35 R19 91Y
Wheel rim size
8.0J x 19