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Technical data

This 4.2 L 4Motion AT (335 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 km18.9litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km9.8litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km13.1litre
Fuel tank capacity90litre
Cruising rangefrom 480 to 920km
Fuel95 RON
Top speed250km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)6.9second

Engine

Displacement4172cm3
Engine power335bhp
RPM at max powerto 6 500RPM
Maximum torque430Nm
RPM at max torque3500RPM
Engine typeGasoline
Cylinder layoutV-type
Injection typeMulti-point injection
Number of cylinders8
Valves per cylinder5

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxAutomatic
Number of gears6
Drive wheelsAll-wheel drive (AWD)
Turning circle12.5m

Body

Seats46
Length5175mm
Width1903mm
Height1450mm
Wheelbase3001mm
Front track1628mm
Rear track1612mm
Ground clearance128mm
Kerb weight2198kg
Gross weight2780kg
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.)

City22.7 litres / 100km
Highway11.8 litres / 100km
Average15.7 litres / 100km

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

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