Volkswagen Golf VII Variant
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GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)
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GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)
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GTD 2.0 TDI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.0 s
- Fastest top speed266 km/h165 mph
- Most powerful285 hp213 kW
- Highest torque608 Nm448 lb-ft
- Lightest1,400 kg3,086 lb
- Best power-to-weight204 hp/t152 kW/t4.9 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.2 L/100 km45.2 mpg US54.3 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.0 L/100 km58.8 mpg US70.6 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions115 g/km
- Best estimated range1,136 km706 mi
- Largest trunk605 L
- Best overall score75/100
- Best performance score69/100
- Best economy score95/100
- Best practicality score88/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI184 hp |
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| Power | 285hp213kW+101 hp | 248hp185kW+64 hp | 221hp165kW+37 hp | 184hp137kW |
| Torque | 608Nm448lb-ft+228 Nm | 532Nm392lb-ft+152 Nm | 475Nm350lb-ft+95 Nm | 380Nm280lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,400kg3,086lb | 1,400kg3,086lb | 1,400kg3,086lb | 1,400kg3,086lb |
| Gross weight | 2,000kg4,409lb | 2,000kg4,409lb | 2,000kg4,409lb | 2,000kg4,409lb |
| Top speed | 266 km/h 165 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 61.1s99% target: 263 km/h / 164 mph-13.9 s Calculated | 65.3s99% target: 250 km/h / 156 mph-9.7 s Calculated | 68.7s99% target: 241 km/h / 149 mph-6.3 s Calculated | 75.0s99% target: 229 km/h / 142 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.0s-1.9 s | 6.6s-1.4 s | 7.0s-0.9 s | 7.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 18.1s-12.7 s Calculated | 21.3s-9.5 s Calculated | 24.5s-6.2 s Calculated | 30.8s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.7s-1.8 s Calculated | 6.3s-1.3 s Calculated | 6.7s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.9s-1.8 s Calculated | 14.5s-1.2 s Calculated | 15.0s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.7s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 204hp/t152kW/t92hp/1000 lb Calculated | 177hp/t132kW/t80hp/1000 lb Calculated | 158hp/t118kW/t72hp/1000 lb Calculated | 131hp/t98kW/t60hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 434Nm/t291lb-ft/ton Calculated | 380Nm/t254lb-ft/ton Calculated | 339Nm/t227lb-ft/ton Calculated | 271Nm/t182lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,136km706mi Calculated | 1,136km706mi Calculated | 1,136km706mi Calculated | 1,136km706mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in |
| Length | 4,575mm180in | 4,575mm180in | 4,575mm180in | 4,575mm180in |
| Width | 1,799mm71in | 1,799mm71in | 1,799mm71in | 1,799mm71in |
| Height | 1,470mm58in | 1,470mm58in | 1,470mm58in | 1,470mm58in |
| Wheelbase | 2,631mm104in | 2,631mm104in | 2,631mm104in | 2,631mm104in |
| Front track | 1,538mm61in | 1,538mm61in | 1,538mm61in | 1,538mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,514mm60in | 1,514mm60in | 1,514mm60in | 1,514mm60in |
| Ground clearance | 131mm5in | 131mm5in | 131mm5in | 131mm5in |
| Trunk volume | 605L | 605L | 605L | 605L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,620L | 1,620L | 1,620L | 1,620L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 50L | 50L | 50L | 50L |
| CO2 emissions | 115g/km | 115g/km | 115g/km | 115g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 221 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI 184 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI184 hp | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI184 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.7 s | 6.3 s | 6.7 s | 7.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.0 s | 6.6 s | 7.0 s | 7.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 18.1 s | 21.3 s | 24.5 s | 30.8 s |
| Top speed | 266 km/h 165 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.4 s | 6.6 s | 6.7 s | 7.0 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.3 s | 9.7 s | 9.9 s | 10.4 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.8 s | 12.3 s | 12.7 s | 13.3 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.9 s | 14.5 s | 15.0 s | 15.7 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 175 km/h 109 mph | 167 km/h 104 mph | 161 km/h 100 mph | 152 km/h 95 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 285 hp 213 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 248 hp 185 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW |
Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp has 101 hp more than Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI 184 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI 184 hp and Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp: 101 hp (75 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 608 Nm 448 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 532 Nm 392 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 475 Nm 350 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI184 hp | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 1,400 kg 3,086 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 1,400 kg 3,086 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 1,400 kg 3,086 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI184 hp | 1,400 kg 3,086 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 266 km/h 165 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 243 km/h 151 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI184 hp | 231 km/h 144 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp and Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI 184 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp and Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 221 hp, separated by only 0.5 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI184 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 204 hp/t 152 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 177 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 158 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI184 hp | 131 hp/t 98 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 1,136 km 706 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 1,136 km 706 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 1,136 km 706 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI184 hp | 1,136 km 706 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 285 hp 213 kW | 6.0 s | 266 km/h 165 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 248 hp 185 kW | 6.6 s | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW | 7.0 s | 243 km/h 151 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI184 hp | 184 hp 137 kW | 7.9 s | 231 km/h 144 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp |
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| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI184 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 6.0 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 6.6 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 7.0 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI184 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 7.9 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | 204 hp/t 152 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | 177 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | 158 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI184 hp | 131 hp/t 98 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)285 hp | VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)248 hp | VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)221 hp | VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI184 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 285 hp 213 kW | 248 hp 185 kW | 221 hp 165 kW | 184 hp 137 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 608 Nm 448 lb-ft | 532 Nm 392 lb-ft | 475 Nm 350 lb-ft | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.0 s | 6.6 s | 7.0 s | 7.9 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 266 km/h 165 mph | 253 km/h 157 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,400 kg 3,086 lb | 1,400 kg 3,086 lb | 1,400 kg 3,086 lb | 1,400 kg 3,086 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,136 km 706 mi | 1,136 km 706 mi | 1,136 km 706 mi | 1,136 km 706 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 115 g/km | 115 g/km | 115 g/km | 115 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 605 L 21.4 cu ft | 605 L 21.4 cu ft | 605 L 21.4 cu ft | 605 L 21.4 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 204 hp/t 152 kW/t 4.9 kg/hp | 177 hp/t 132 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 158 hp/t 118 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 131 hp/t 98 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp | Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp | Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 221 hp | Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI 184 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 7.70 LC100 km | 7.70 LC100 km | 7.70 LC100 km | 7.70 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 12.39 LC100 mi | 12.39 LC100 mi | 12.39 LC100 mi | 12.39 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 660 L174 US gal145 UK gal | 660 L174 US gal145 UK gal | 660 L174 US gal145 UK gal | 660 L174 US gal145 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,155 LC/year | 1,155 LC/year | 1,155 LC/year | 1,155 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 285 hp
- Has 37 hp more
- Has 76 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 13 km/h (8 mph) higher top speed
- Has 26 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 248 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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