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Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline

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HatchbackDieselManualFWDYear 2003G
140
Horsepower · 103 kW
9.3s
0–100 km/h
203
km/h top speed
5.4
l/100 km
€31,855
List price at launch · 2003

The Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline is a hatchback powered by a diesel engine delivering 140 hp (103 kW).

Updated Aug 2026 · Data curated by Cars-Data.com

Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline at a glance

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.3 s and reaches a top speed of 203 km/h. Power is routed through a front-wheel-drive layout via a manual gearbox.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 5.4 l/100 km combined, CO₂ emissions of 146 g/km.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 2003 as part of the Volkswagen Golf MK5/1K generation, and sits alongside 130 other variants in this generation.

Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.

Quick answers
What is the engine power of the Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline?

The Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline produces 140 hp (103 kW).

How fast does the Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.3 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline?

The top speed of the Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline is 203 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline?

The Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline has a combined fuel consumption of 5.4 l/100 km.

What are the CO₂ emissions of the Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline?

The Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline emits 146 g/km of CO₂.

What transmission does the Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline have?

The Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline is equipped with a Manual transmission.

Is the Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline sends power through the FWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline?

The Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline has a 1,968 cc engine with 4 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline?

The Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline produces 320 Nm of torque.

When was the Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline introduced?

The Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 140hp Sportline was introduced in 2003.

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