May 10th, 2009 | 
Author: 
Volkswagen Golf Engine Specs: The Golf GTI VR6 comes outfitted with a VR6 2.8 liter, 6-cylinder motor that uses 12 valves. The engine, manufactured by Volkswagen, is teamed up with a Volkswagen 5-speed transaxle. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Volkswagen.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Golf has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Vehicle Statistics
The Golf is 160.40 inches long, 66.70 inches wide, and 56.20 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 97.40 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.
A powertrain warranty is provided (50,000* miles/36* months), and a 50,000* mile, 60* month guarantee also comes with the Volkswagen Golf. This is standard for the price range.
The listed retail price in 1997 (MSRP) was $14,275, with an invoice cost of $13,266. This price is above average of the industry average price for a two-door Hatchback.
Fuel Efficiency
The 1997 Golf’s traditional fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected multi-port fuel injection style of design. The fuel tank holds 14.50 gallons.
The 1997 Golf gets 29 - 31 miles/gallon on the highway and only 22 - 24 in the city. This is exceptional for a hatchback car.
We Think…
The 1996 model began the promise of the Volkswagen Golf. The 1997 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Volkswagen hopes that the Golf GTI VR6 will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
Posted in 
Kia? Really? I don’t see them as competition…