Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6 Technical Specs, Dimensions

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Car Specs > Volkswagen > Golf > Golf 3 > 2.8 VR6 Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6 Specs(1992 - 1997) - Technical Specifications for Years 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997

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Petrol2792 cm3170.4 cu-inVR 6174 PS172 HP / 128 kW235 Nm173 lb-ft224 km/h139 Mph Compare with another carMore pictures

Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6 Body, Model and Production details
Generation :	Golf 3
Body :	Hatchback
Num. of Doors :	3 doors

Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6 Engine Technical Data
Engine type - Number of cylinders :	VR 6
Engine Code :	AAA
Fuel type :	Petrol
Fuel System :	Bosch Motronic M2.7/2.9/3.8.1
Engine Alignment :	Transverse
Engine Position :	Front
Engine displacement :	2792 cm3 / 170.4 cu-in
Bore x Stroke :	81.0 x 90.3 mm3.19 x 3.56 inches
Number of valves :	12 Valves
Aspiration :	naturally-aspirated
Compression Ratio :	10.0
Horsepower :	174 PS / 172 HP / 128 kW@ 5800 rpm
Maximum torque :	235 Nm / 173 lb-ft@ 4200 rpm
Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	FWD
Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	5 speed Manual Transmission Relations1st Gear Ratio: 2nd Gear Ratio: 3rd Gear Ratio: 4th Gear Ratio: 5th Gear Ratio: Final Drive Ratio: 2.85

Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6 Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range
Fuel Consumption - Economy - City NEDC :	15 L/100 km 19 MPG UK 16 MPG US
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Open road NEDC :	7.9 L/100 km 36 MPG UK 30 MPG US
Fuel Consumption - Economy - Combined NEDC :	10.5 L/100 km 27 MPG UK 22 MPG US
Range :	523 km / 325 miles
Fuel Tank Capacity :	55 L 14.5 US gallons 12.1 UK gallons
CO2 emissions :	256 g/km (Volkswagen)

Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6 Performance
Top Speed :	224 km/h / 139 Mph
Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	7.8 s

Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6 Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight
Wheelbase :	247.5 cm / 97.44 inches
Length :	402.0 cm / 158.27 inches
Width :	169.5 cm / 66.73 inches
Height :	140.5 cm / 55.31 inches
Front Axle :	146.2 cm / 57.56 inches
Rear Axle :	144.4 cm / 56.85 inches
Ground clearance :	12.6 cm / 4.96 inches
Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	-
Curb Weight :	1220 kg / 2690 lbs
Weight/Power Output Ratio :	7 kg/hp

Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6 Interior size, Dimensions
Num. of Seats :	5 seats
Trunk / Boot capacity :	330 L / 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk / Boot First Row :	677 L / 23.9 cu-ft

Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6 Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension
Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Vented Discs(279 mm / 10.98 inches)
Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Discs(226 mm / 8.9 inches)
Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	205/50 R15
Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	205/50 R15
Front Wheels Width :	6.5"
Rear Wheels Width :	6.5"
Turning circle :	10.7 m / 35.1 feet
Steering wheel lock-to-lock :	3.0 turns
Front Suspension :	Independent. MacPherson. Coil Springs. Anti-roll bar.
Rear Suspension :	Torsion beam. Coil Springs.

If you found an error in these specifications submit your correction here What engine is in Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6?The Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6 has a VR 6, Petrol engine with 2792 cm3 / 170.4 cu-in capacity.How many horsepower (hp) does a 1992 Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6 have?The 1992 Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6 has 174 PS / 172 bhp / 128 kW.How much does a Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6 weighs?The Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6 weighs 1220 Kg / 2690 lbs.What is the top speed of a Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6?The Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6 top speed is 224 Km/h / 139 mph.Is Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6 All Wheel Drive (AWD)?No, the Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6 is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Front Wheel Drive (FWD).How fast is a Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6?The Volkswagen Golf 3 2.8 VR6 can reach 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) in 7.8 seconds and has a top speed of 224 km/h. Make AbarthAcuraAiwaysAlfa-RomeoAlpinaAlpineAston-MartinAudiBentleyBMWBugattiBuickBYDCadillacChevroletChryslerCitroenCupraDaciaDaihatsuDodgeDSFerrariFiatFordGenesisHondaHyundaiInfinitiJaguarJeepKiaLamborghiniLanciaLand-RoverLexusLincolnLotusMaseratiMazdaMcLarenMercedes-BenzMGMiniMitsubishiNissanOpelPeugeotPolestarPorscheRenaultRolls-RoyceRoverSaabSeatSkodaSmartSubaruSuzukiTeslaToyotaVauxhallVinFastVolkswagenVolvoView more Browse Car Specifications... AbarthAcuraAiwaysAlfa-RomeoAlpinaAlpineAston-MartinAudiBentleyBMWBugattiBuickBYDCadillacChevroletChryslerCitroenCupraDaciaDaihatsuDodgeDSFerrariFiatFordGenesisHondaHyundaiInfinitiJaguarJeepKiaLamborghiniLanciaLand-RoverLexusLincolnLotusMaseratiMazdaMcLarenMercedes-BenzMGMiniMitsubishiNissanOpelPeugeotPolestarPorscheRenaultRolls-RoyceRoverSaabSeatSkodaSmartSubaruSuzukiTeslaToyotaVauxhallVinFastVolkswagenVolvoView more

Golf 3 Versions

- 1.4 (1992)- 1.4 (1995)- 1.6 100 (1994)- 1.6 75 (1992)- 1.6 75 (1995)- 1.8 75 (1992)- 1.8 90 (1992)- 1.8 GT (1992)- 1.9 D (1992)- 1.9 SDI (1995)- 1.9 TD (1992)- 1.9 TDI 110 (1996)- 1.9 TDI 90 (1993)- 2.0 (1991)- 2.0 GTI (1992)- 2.0 GTI 16v (1992)- 2.8 VR6 (1992)- 2.9 VR6 Syncro (1995)

Golf 3 Versions

- 1.4 (1992)- 1.4 (1995)- 1.6 100 (1994)- 1.6 75 (1992)- 1.6 75 (1995)- 1.8 75 (1992)- 1.8 90 (1992)- 1.8 GT (1992)- 1.9 D (1992)- 1.9 SDI (1995)- 1.9 TD (1992)- 1.9 TDI 110 (1996)- 1.9 TDI 90 (1993)- 2.0 (1991)- 2.0 GTI (1992)- 2.0 GTI 16v (1992)- 2.8 VR6 (1992)- 2.9 VR6 Syncro (1995)

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