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3.2 V6 4Motion MT (224 hp)


Technical data

This 3.2 V6 4Motion MT (224 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation RSi hatchback 3-doors, which was produced by Volkswagen from 1998 to 2005. In addition to this engine, 0 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km16.7litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km9.2litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km11.9litre
Fuel tank capacity63litre
Cruising rangefrom 380 to 680km
Fuel95 RON
Emission standardEURO IV
Top speed225km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)6.9second

Engine

Displacement3189cm3
Engine power224bhp
RPM at max powerfrom 6 200RPM
Maximum torque320Nm
RPM at max torque3000RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutV-type
Injection typeInjectors
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder4
Bore84mm
Stroke95.9mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears6
Drive wheelsAll-wheel drive (AWD)
Turning circle10.9m

Body

Seats4
Length4100mm
Width1810mm
Height1470mm
Wheelbase2515mm
Front track1555mm
Rear track1555mm
Ground clearance130mm
Kerb weight1515kg
Gross weight1815kg
Min. boot capacity135litre
Max. boot capacity135litre
Body typeHatchback

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson Struts
Rear suspensionHelical springs
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDisc

Real-world consumption (est.)

City20 litres / 100km
Highway11 litres / 100km
Average14.3 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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