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Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 1.5 TSI 150 Black Edition 5dr

Doors	5
Fuel Delivery	TURBO DIRECT INJECTION
Transmission	Manual
Fuel Type	Petrol
Engine Capacity - CC	1498
Trim	Black Edition
Price	£32,995
Engine Power - BHP	150
Acceleration	8.6
Top Speed	139 mph
WLTP - MPG - Comb	50.4
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	127
Length	4282 mm
Width	1789 mm
Height	1483 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	381 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1271 kg

Driver Convenience

Activated carbon canister
Adaptive cruise control (ACC)
Advanced driver attention and drowsiness monitor
Dynamic road sign display
Dynamic steering
E-Sim card for online connectivity
eCall emergency call system
Multi-color Digital cockpit pro, selection of different info profile possible
Multifunction front facing camera for distance control
Navigation system
Oncoming vehicle braking when turning including swerve support
Speed limiter
Speedo, rev counter, electronic odometer, trip, service interval display, exterior temperature and fuel gauge
Traffic jam assist
Voice enhancer and voice control
Warning signal and warning light for front and rear seatbelts not fastened
We connect plus preparation
We connect preparation
Wireless app connect

Engine/Drivetrain/Suspension

Petrol Particulate Filter
Start-stop system with battery regeneration (recuperation - energy recovery during braking)
XDS electronic differential lock for improved traction and handling

Entertainment

2 USB C ports in front, 2 USB charging sockets on the centre console in the rear charging capacity upto 45W
Digital radio reception (DAB)
Diversity antenna for FM reception
Gaming platform via car app
Infotainment system with 12.9" display
Mobile phone interface with inductive charging feature

Exterior Features

3rd brake light
Auto dimming rear view mirror
Automatic headlamp activation with Coming home and Leaving home feature
Body colored bumpers in R-Line style
Body colour door handles
Exterior ambient lighting
Exterior mirrors convex on the left and aspherical on the right
Front and rear electric windows
Heat insulating windshield made of laminated glass
LED separate daytime running light
Rain sensor
Rear exhaust tailpipe
Rear fog light on one side and reversing lights on both sides
Rear side wing doors
Rear windscreen washer and wiper with interval delay
Remote electrically foldable door mirrors, puddle lights and reverse activated passenger's door mirror
Volkswagen logo in front, illuminated lighting animation with wake up/goodbye scenario and illuminated door handles
Welcome light with surround lighting

Interior Features

12V socket in front centre console
12V socket in luggage compartment
3 rear head restraints
3 seat bench in 2nd row
Ambient lighting with 30 colour including LED light unit in front footwell with selectable light colour
Black roof lining
Brushed stainless steel pedals
Chrome plated radiator grille inserts, air vent surrounds and light switch surrounds
Front + rear black carpet mats
Front centre armrest
Integrated front head restraints
ISOFIX anchors for child seats on outer rear bench seats and on front passanger seat compatible for i-Size
Leather gearshift handle
Luggage compartment lighting
Premium sports seats in front
Rear cupholder and loadthough
Single front passenger seat
Split folding backrest with centre armrest and unsplit rear seat bench
Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
Titanium black instrument panel

Packs

Black exterior Styling package with Matrix LED headlights - Golf

Passive Safety

3 point height adj front seatbelts + pretensioners
3 rear three point seatbelts
ABS
Autonomous emergency braking front assist with pedestrian and cyclist monitoring
Child locks on rear doors
Driver and front passenger airbag with front passenger airbag deactivation
Electronic parking brake with auto hold
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
Extended pedestrian protection measures
Rear disc brakes
Two tone horn
Tyre pressure loss indicator
Volkswagen roadside assistance

Security

Anti theft wheel bolts
Preparation for alcohol interlock

Trim

Decorative inserts carbon grey for dashboard and front door trim panels

Wheels

18" Leeds alloy wheels
Tool kit for tyre mobility set
Tyre mobility kit Includes 12V compressor and tyre sealant

Emissions - ICE

Standard Euro Emissions	EURO 6
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	127
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH	133
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL	127

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	1498
Compression Ratio	12.0:1
Cylinder Layout	IN-LINE
Cylinders	4
Cylinders - Bore (mm)	74.5
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)	85.9
Engine Layout	FRONT TRANSVERSE
Gears	6 SPEED
Number of Valves	16
Transmission	MANUAL

Fuel Consumption - ICE

WLTP - MPG - Comb	50.4
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH	48.7
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL	50.4
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEH	47.9
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEL	50.4
WLTP - MPG - High - TEH	55.4
WLTP - MPG - High - TEL	57.6
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEH	38.2
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEL	39.2
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEH	48.7
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEL	50.4

General

Generation Mark	8
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	22E
Manufacturers Corrosion Perforation Guarantee - Years	12
Manufacturers Paintwork Guarantee - Years	3
NCAP Adult Occupant Protection %	88
NCAP Child Occupant Protection %	87
NCAP Overall Rating - Effective February 09	5
NCAP Pedestrian Protection %	74
NCAP Safety Assist %	82
Service Interval Frequency - Months	12
Service Interval Mileage	9300
Standard manufacturers warranty - Mileage	60000
Standard manufacturers warranty - Years	3
Vehicle Homologation Class	M1

Performance

0 to 62 mph (secs)	8.6
Engine Power - BHP	150
Engine Torque - NM	250
Engine Torque - RPM	1500
Top Speed	139 mph

Test Cycles

RDE Certification Level

RDE 2

Tyres

Space Saver?	No
Tyre Size Front	225/40 R18
Tyre Size Rear	225/40 R18
Tyre Size Spare	TYRE REPAIR KIT
Wheel Style	LEEDS
Wheel Type	18" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height	1483 mm
Length	4282 mm
Wheelbase	2620 mm
Width	1789 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	50
Gross Vehicle Weight	1840 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	381 l
Max. Loading Weight	569 kg
Max. Roof Load	75
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	1500
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	670
Minimum Kerbweight	1271 kg
No. of Seats	5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	11.1 m

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