Specs - 2009 Volkswagen GLI Technical Specifications
| Brakes | BASE |
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| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 12.3 x 0.98 |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 11.3 x 0.47 |
| Cargo Area Dimensions | BASE |
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| Trunk Volume (ft³) | 16.0 |
| Engine | BASE |
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| Displacement | 2.0L/121 |
| Engine Type | Turbocharged Gas I4 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 200 @ 5100-6000 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 207 @ 1800-5000 |
| Exterior Dimensions | BASE |
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| Height, Overall (in) | 57.4 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 179.3 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 5.4 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 101.5 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 70.1 |
| Fuel Tank | BASE |
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| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 14.5 |
| Steering | BASE |
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| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 3.00 |
| Steering Type | Pwr Rack & Pinion |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 35.1 |
| Suspension | BASE |
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| Suspension Type - Front | Independent |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Independent |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Multi-link |
| Tires | BASE |
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| Front Tire Size | P225/45WR17 |
| Rear Tire Size | P225/45WR17 |
| Transmission | BASE |
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| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Description Cont. | Manual w/OD |
| Trans Type | 6 |
| Vehicle | BASE |
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| Front Head Room (in) | 38.5 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 41.2 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 54.8 |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft³) | 91 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 37.2 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 35.4 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 53.1 |
| Weight Information | BASE |
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| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 3290 |