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Volkswagen Golf Hatchback 2.0 TSI 333 R 4Motion 5dr DSG

Doors	5
Fuel Delivery	TURBO DIRECT INJECTION
Transmission	Semi-auto
Fuel Type	Petrol
Engine Capacity - CC	1984
Trim	R
Price	£45,755
Engine Power - BHP	333
Acceleration	4.6
Top Speed	155 mph
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb	183
Length	4296 mm
Width	1789 mm
Height	1454 mm
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	341 l
Minimum Kerbweight	1475 kg

Driver Convenience

Activated carbon canister
Adaptive cruise control (ACC)
Advanced driver attention and drowsiness monitor
Dynamic road sign display
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
Side assist blind spot lane change system, rear traffic alert and exit warning system
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

All wheel drive - 4Motion
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 colour door handles
Exterior mirror housings in matte chrome
Exterior mirrors convex on the left and aspherical on the right
Front and rear electric windows
Front fog lamps and cornering light
Heat insulating windshield made of laminated glass
LED matrix headlights with ambient light V2, advanced high beam, dynamic range contol with cornering, LED rear lamp with indicator, poor weather
LED separate daytime running light
Light assist with High beam control
R name plate
Rain sensor
Rear fog light on one side and reversing lights on both sides
Rear side wing doors
Rear tinted glass 65% light absorbing from B pillar backwards
Rear windscreen washer and wiper with interval delay
Remote electrically foldable door mirrors, puddle lights and reverse activated passenger's door mirror
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
30 colour ambient lighting, illuminated center console storage compartment in front
Air care climatronic 3 Zone automatic climate control with rear air conditioning control panel
Aluminium gearshift handle
Brushed stainless steel pedals
Chrome plated radiator grille inserts, air vent surrounds and light switch surrounds
Entry lights
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
Luggage compartment lighting
Rear cupholder and loadthough
Single front passenger seat
Soul black instrument panel
Soul black roof lining
Split folding backrest with centre armrest and unsplit rear seat bench
Sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors

Packs

Driver assistance pack - Golf Estate/Hatchback Auto
R styling pack - Golf
Technology park and comfort pro package - Golf Hatchback

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
Front blue brake callipers with R logo
Hill start assist
Rear disc brakes
Two tone horn
Tyre pressure loss indicator
Volkswagen roadside assistance

Security

Anti theft wheel bolts
Preparation for alcohol interlock

Wheels

Sporty vehicle dynamics
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	183
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEH	188
WLTP - CO2 (g/km) - Comb - TEL	183

Engine and Drive Train

Catalytic Convertor	Yes
Engine capacity (cc)	1984
Compression Ratio	9.3:1
Cylinder Layout	IN-LINE
Cylinders	4
Cylinders - Bore (mm)	82.5
Cylinders - Stroke (mm)	92.8
Engine Layout	FRONT TRANSVERSE
Gears	7 SPEED
Number of Valves	16
Transmission	SEMI-AUTO

Fuel Consumption - ICE

WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEH	34
WLTP - MPG - Comb - TEL	34.9
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEH	35.8
WLTP - MPG - Extra High - TEL	37.2
WLTP - MPG - High - TEH	39.8
WLTP - MPG - High - TEL	40.9
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEH	24.1
WLTP - MPG - Low - TEL	24.4
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEH	33.2
WLTP - MPG - Medium - TEL	33.6

General

Generation Mark	8
Insurance Group 1 - 50 Effective January 07	33E
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)	4.6
Engine Power - BHP	333
Engine Torque - NM	420
Engine Torque - RPM	2100
Top Speed	155 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	JEREZ
Wheel Type	18" ALLOY

Vehicle Dimensions

Height	1454 mm
Length	4296 mm
Wheelbase	2629 mm
Width	1789 mm

Weight and Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)	55
Gross Vehicle Weight	2040 kg
Luggage Capacity (Seats Up)	341 l
Max. Loading Weight	565 kg
Max. Roof Load	75
Max. Towing Weight - Braked	1700
Max. Towing Weight - Unbraked	750
Minimum Kerbweight	1475 kg
No. of Seats	5
Turning Circle - Kerb to Kerb	12 m

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