2006 Volkswagen Golf
The new Volkswagen Golf is a Small Luxury offered in a 5D Hatchback body style. Available in Australia from $25,490 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Trendline variant and topping out at $42,290 for the GTI.
There are 4 variants of the Golf available in Australia.
Engine options include 2L multi-point injection (110kW/200Nm), 1.9L turbo pump injection (77kW/250Nm), 2L turbo pump injection (103kW/320Nm), 1.6L multi-point injection (75kW/148Nm) and 2L turbo multi-point injection (147kW/280Nm). Available with 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2005 Golf is offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.

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Volkswagen Golf
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,204 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,759 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,485 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,578 mm |
| Load Capacity | 479 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Volkswagen Golf
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Volkswagen Golf is the Trendline that starts from $25,490.
See all Volkswagen Golf PricingThe most expensive Volkswagen Golf is the GTI that starts from $42,290.
See all Volkswagen Golf PricingThe best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Golf is 1200 kg offered by the following variants: Trendline, Comfortline, Sportline and GTI.
See all Volkswagen Golf towing capacityThe largest Volkswagen Golf is the Trendline which measures 1759mm wide, 4204mm in length and sits 1485mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Golf is the GTI which has 147kW of power from its 2L Turbo Multi-Point Injection engine.
The Volkswagen Golf is built in South Africa and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Volkswagen Golf is the Comfortline which weighs 1870 kg (kerb weight).
The Volkswagen Golf may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Diesel or Premium Unleaded.
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