Volkswagen Golf VIII
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Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI · Stage 3vsVolkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI · Stage 2vsVolkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI · Stage 1vsVolkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI
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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 VIII GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 310 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h5.4 s
- Fastest top speed278 km/h173 mph
- Most powerful310 hp231 kW
- Highest torque640 Nm472 lb-ft
- Lightest1,390 kg3,064 lb
- Best power-to-weight223 hp/t166 kW/t4.5 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption5.4 L/100 km43.6 mpg US52.3 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption3.9 L/100 km60.3 mpg US72.4 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,136 km706 mi
- Largest trunk381 L
- Best overall score74/100
- Best performance score74/100
- Best economy score95/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)310 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)270 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)240 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI200 hp |
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| Power | 310hp231kW+110 hp | 270hp201kW+70 hp | 240hp179kW+40 hp | 200hp149kW |
| Torque | 640Nm472lb-ft+240 Nm | 560Nm413lb-ft+160 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft+100 Nm | 400Nm295lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,390kg3,064lb | 1,390kg3,064lb | 1,390kg3,064lb | 1,390kg3,064lb |
| Gross weight | 1,950kg4,299lb | 1,950kg4,299lb | 1,950kg4,299lb | 1,950kg4,299lb |
| Top speed | 278 km/h 173 mph | 267 km/h 166 mph | 258 km/h 160 mph | 245 km/h 152 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 65.7s99% target: 275 km/h / 171 mph-17.3 s Calculated | 71.4s99% target: 264 km/h / 164 mph-11.6 s Calculated | 75.9s99% target: 255 km/h / 159 mph-7.1 s Calculated | 83.0s99% target: 243 km/h / 151 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.4s-1.7 s | 5.9s-1.2 s | 6.3s-0.8 s | 7.1s |
| 0-200 km/h | 16.6s-10.2 s Calculated | 19.2s-7.6 s Calculated | 21.8s-5.0 s Calculated | 26.8s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 5.1s-1.6 s Calculated | 5.6s-1.1 s Calculated | 6.0s-0.7 s Calculated | 6.7s 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 | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 3.9L/100 km60.3mpg US72.4mpg UK | 3.9L/100 km60.3mpg US72.4mpg UK | 3.9L/100 km60.3mpg US72.4mpg UK | 3.9L/100 km60.3mpg US72.4mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 13.4s-1.7 s Calculated | 13.9s-1.1 s Calculated | 14.3s-0.7 s Calculated | 15.0s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 223hp/t166kW/t101hp/1000 lb Calculated | 194hp/t145kW/t88hp/1000 lb Calculated | 173hp/t129kW/t78hp/1000 lb Calculated | 144hp/t107kW/t65hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 460Nm/t308lb-ft/ton Calculated | 403Nm/t270lb-ft/ton Calculated | 360Nm/t241lb-ft/ton Calculated | 288Nm/t193lb-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 | 4,287mm169in | 4,287mm169in | 4,287mm169in | 4,287mm169in |
| Width | 1,789mm70in | 1,789mm70in | 1,789mm70in | 1,789mm70in |
| Height | 1,478mm58in | 1,478mm58in | 1,478mm58in | 1,478mm58in |
| Wheelbase | 2,626mm103in | 2,626mm103in | 2,626mm103in | 2,626mm103in |
| Front track | 1,545mm61in | 1,545mm61in | 1,545mm61in | 1,545mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,523mm60in | 1,523mm60in | 1,523mm60in | 1,523mm60in |
| Trunk volume | 381L | 381L | 381L | 381L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,237L | 1,237L | 1,237L | 1,237L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 50L | 50L | 50L | 50L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 310 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 270 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 240 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI 200 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)310 hp | 3,500 rpm | 1,750-3,500 rpm | 3,750 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)270 hp | 3,500 rpm | 1,750-3,500 rpm | 3,750 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)240 hp | 3,500 rpm | 1,750-3,500 rpm | 3,750 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI200 hp | 3,500 rpm | 1,750-3,500 rpm | 3,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)310 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)270 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)240 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI200 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 5.1 s | 5.6 s | 6.0 s | 6.7 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 5.4 s | 5.9 s | 6.3 s | 7.1 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 16.6 s | 19.2 s | 21.8 s | 26.8 s |
| Top speed | 278 km/h 173 mph | 267 km/h 166 mph | 258 km/h 160 mph | 245 km/h 152 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.4 s | 2.4 s | 2.5 s | 2.6 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.0 s | 6.2 s | 6.4 s | 6.6 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 8.9 s | 9.2 s | 9.5 s | 9.9 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 11.3 s | 11.8 s | 12.1 s | 12.7 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 13.4 s | 13.9 s | 14.3 s | 15.0 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 180 km/h 112 mph | 172 km/h 107 mph | 165 km/h 103 mph | 156 km/h 97 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)310 hp | 310 hp 231 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)270 hp | 270 hp 201 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)240 hp | 240 hp 179 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI200 hp | 200 hp 149 kW |
Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 310 hp has 110 hp more than Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI 200 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI 200 hp and Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 310 hp: 110 hp (82 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)310 hp | 640 Nm 472 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)270 hp | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)240 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI200 hp | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)310 hp | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)270 hp | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)240 hp | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI200 hp | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)310 hp | 278 km/h 173 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)270 hp | 267 km/h 166 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)240 hp | 258 km/h 160 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI200 hp | 245 km/h 152 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)310 hp | 5.4 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)270 hp | 5.9 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)240 hp | 6.3 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI200 hp | 7.1 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 310 hp and Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI 200 hp: 1.7 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 270 hp and Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 240 hp, separated by only 0.4 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 VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)310 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)270 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)240 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI200 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 VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)310 hp | 223 hp/t 166 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)270 hp | 194 hp/t 145 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)240 hp | 173 hp/t 129 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI200 hp | 144 hp/t 107 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)310 hp | 1,136 km 706 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)270 hp | 1,136 km 706 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)240 hp | 1,136 km 706 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI200 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 VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)310 hp | 310 hp 231 kW | 5.4 s | 278 km/h 173 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)270 hp | 270 hp 201 kW | 5.9 s | 267 km/h 166 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)240 hp | 240 hp 179 kW | 6.3 s | 258 km/h 160 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI200 hp | 200 hp 149 kW | 7.1 s | 245 km/h 152 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 VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)310 hp |
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| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)240 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 VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)310 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)270 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)240 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI200 hp |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 310 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 VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)310 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 5.4 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)270 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 5.9 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)240 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 6.3 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI200 hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 7.1 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 VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)310 hp | 223 hp/t 166 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)270 hp | 194 hp/t 145 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)240 hp | 173 hp/t 129 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI200 hp | 144 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3)310 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2)270 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1)240 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIIIGTD 2.0 TDI200 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 310 hp 231 kW | 270 hp 201 kW | 240 hp 179 kW | 200 hp 149 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 640 Nm 472 lb-ft | 560 Nm 413 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | 400 Nm 295 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 5.4 s | 5.9 s | 6.3 s | 7.1 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 278 km/h 173 mph | 267 km/h 166 mph | 258 km/h 160 mph | 245 km/h 152 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb | 1,390 kg 3,064 lb | 1,390 kg 3,064 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 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 381 L 13.5 cu ft | 381 L 13.5 cu ft | 381 L 13.5 cu ft | 381 L 13.5 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 223 hp/t 166 kW/t 4.5 kg/hp | 194 hp/t 145 kW/t 5.1 kg/hp | 173 hp/t 129 kW/t 5.8 kg/hp | 144 hp/t 107 kW/t 7.0 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 310 hp | Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 270 hp | Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 240 hp | Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI 200 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 VIII GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 310 hp
- Has 40 hp more
- Has 80 Nm more
- Is 0.5 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 11 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 29 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
Volkswagen Golf VIII GTD 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 270 hp
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