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Technical data

This 3.2 AT (241 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Sedan, which was produced by Volkswagen from 2002 to 2007. In addition to this engine, 14 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 km16.1litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km8.7litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km11.4litre
Fuel tank capacity90litre
Cruising rangefrom 560 to 1 030km
Fuel95 RON
Emission standardEURO V
Top speed245km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)8.4second

Engine

Displacement3189cm3
Engine power241bhp
RPM at max powerto 6 200RPM
Maximum torque315Nm
RPM at max torque2400RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutV-type
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Number of cylinders6
Valves per cylinder4

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxAutomatic
Number of gears6
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive
Turning circle12m

Body

Seats4
Length5055mm
Width1903mm
Height1450mm
Wheelbase2881mm
Front track1628mm
Rear track1612mm
Ground clearance129mm
Kerb weight2089kg
Gross weight2680kg
Min. boot capacity500litre
Max. boot capacity500litre
Body typeSedan

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, Pneumatic, Multi wishbone, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionIndependent, Pneumatic, Multi wishbone, Stabilizer bar
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesVentilated disc

Real-world consumption (est.)

City19.3 litres / 100km
Highway10.4 litres / 100km
Average13.7 litres / 100km

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

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