/volkswagen-jetta-2021-7152_1.jpg?width=1600&format=webp)
Gasoline
2.3L VR5 5AT FWD (170 HP)
VOLKSWAGEN Bora Variant 2.3L VR5 5AT FWD (170 HP)
ENGINE SPECS
ENGINE SPECS - 2.3L VR5 5AT FWD (170 HP) | |
|---|---|
| Cylinders: | VR5 |
| Displacement: | 2324 cm3 |
| Power: | 125.1 KW @ 6200 RPM 170 HP @ 6200 RPM 168 BHP @ 6200 RPM |
| Torque: | 162 lb-ft @ 3300 RPM 220 Nm @ 3300 RPM |
| Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Top Speed | 137 mph (220 km/h) |
| Acceleration | 9.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Drive Type | Front Wheel Drive |
| Gearbox | 5-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Front | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear | Discs |
TIRES SPECS
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Tire Size | 205/55WR16 |
DIMENSIONS
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Length | 173.6 in (4409 mm) |
| Width | 68.5 in (1740 mm) |
| Height | 57.87 in (1470 mm) |
| Front/rear Track | 59.4/58.6 in (1,509/1,488 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 99.2 in (2520 mm) |
| Ground Clearance | 5.1 in (130 mm) |
| Cargo Volume | 16.2 cuFT (459 L) |
| Aerodynamics (Cd) | 0.33 |
WEIGHT SPECS
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Unladen Weight | 3086 lbs (1400 kg) |
| Gross Weight Limit | 4178 lbs (1895 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| City | 16.8 mpg US (14 L/100Km) |
| Highway | 31.4 mpg US (7.5 L/100Km) |
| Combined | 23.8 mpg US (9.9 L/100Km) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Was the VOLKSWAGEN Bora Variant 2.3L VR5 5AT FWD (170 HP) a strong engine for its time?
Two comparisons, one narrow and one wide. Inside its own generation the VOLKSWAGEN Bora Variant 2.3L VR5 5AT FWD (170 HP) is 2nd of 14 on output. Among 1187 Medium engines from generations launched between 1994 and 2004, its 170 hp beats 78% of them, where the median is 136 hp.
What changed compared with the previous generation?
Counting only engines actually offered, the 1998-2005 generation had 30 and this one has 14. The ceiling went from 204 to 204 hp, a move of +0 hp. The median went from 115 to 150 hp, a move of +35 hp.
How does the VOLKSWAGEN Bora Variant 2.3L VR5 5AT FWD (170 HP) behave in everyday use?
Combined consumption is 23.8 mpg US (9.9 L/100Km), more economical than 28% of 161 Medium engines from generations launched between 1994 and 2004, where the median is 8.8 L/100km. Alongside that, 220 Nm of torque, a 5-speed automatic, and 9.6 s to 100 km/h.
Explore more Volkswagen
Browse all Volkswagen models, generations and engine specifications.