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Bluemotion
1.6L, 5-speed manual, 5-door Hatchback, Diesel, FWD
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Volkswagen Golf Bluemotion (2013) price & specs
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Overview
The 2013 Volkswagen Golf Bluemotion is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the Australian market on 1st February 2013 classified as a Mkvi. The Volkswagen Golf is regarded as a Small Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $28,990 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Golf is powered by a 1.6L 4-cylinder engine that has 77 kW of power (at 4400 rpm) and 250 Nm of torque (at 1500 rpm) via a Five-speed Manual transmission. Volkswagen claims the Golf Bluemotion uses 3.8L/100km of Diesel in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 99g of CO2. It has a 55L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 1447km per full tank
The Volkswagen Golf measures 1479mm (58.2 inches) in height, 4199mm (165.3 inches) in length, 1785mm (70.3 inches) in width with a 2574mm (101.3 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1272kg (2804.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The Golf Bluemotion comes standard with 195/65 R15 front tyres and 195/65 R15 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2013 Volkswagen Golf Bluemotion has a 102mm ground clearance with a 1200kg braked and 640kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
52.13 - 124.5 kW/t
52.13 kW/t
164.34 kW/t
Boot Space
250 - 505 litres
250 litres
505 litres
Fuel Efficiency
3.8 - 8.7 L/100km
3.8 L/100km
10.4 L/100km
Vehicle Range
632 - 1,447 km
566 km
1,447 km
Price
$21,490 - $52,490
$21,490
$74,900
Warranty (Years)
3 years
2 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 year
1 year
4 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Braked Towing Capacity
1,200 - 1,600 kg
750 kg
1,800 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
102 - 142 mm
98 mm
155 mm
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Dimensions
4,199 mm
1,785 mm
1,479 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,199 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,785 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,479 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,574 mm |
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Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 6.0
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 9.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 4.5
CO2 Level (Combined): 99
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 79.5
Engine (cc): 1598
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.6
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 80.5
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Diesel
Minimum Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel Type: Diesel
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Diesel Common Rail
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 12.1
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1447
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 899
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 26.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 3.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 74
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 62
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 29.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 3.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 83
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 69
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 21.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 4.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 60
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 50
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 3.8
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 11.3
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 105
Maximum Power (kW): 77
Maximum Torque (Nm): 250
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 4400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1500
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 195
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Low Rolling Resistance: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 195
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Pq35
Spoiler
Location: Roof
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 46.1
Rear Seat Down (L): 1305
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 12.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 350
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 60.6
Front Track (mm): 1540
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.0
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 102
Overall Height (in): 58.2
Overall Height (mm): 1479
Overall Length (in): 165.3
Overall Length (mm): 4199
Overall Width (in): 70.3
Overall Width (mm): 1785
Rear Track (in): 59.6
Rear Track (mm): 1513
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.8
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10900
Wheelbase (in): 101.3
Wheelbase (mm): 2574
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.9
Front Headroom (mm): 987
Rear Headroom (in): 38.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 979
Front Hip Room (in): 57.0
Front Hip Room (mm): 1447
Rear Hip Room (in): 55.9
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1420
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1200
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2646
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 640
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1411
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1272
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2804
Tare Weight (kg): 1234
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Date Tested: 20090228
ANCAP Overall: 5.00
ANCAP Pedestrian: 3
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
ANCAP Version Tested: 1.4 5 Door Hatchback Lhd
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Location: Rear Seats
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
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