Volkswagen Golf VI (5-door) GTD 2.0 TDI (170 hp) DSG

Diesel engine with 170 hp (125 kW) and 258 lb-ft (350 Nm), built 2009–2012, hatchback body, front-wheel drive. It is the most powerful diesel version of the generation.

Volkswagen Golf (illustrative photo) Enlarge
Power170 hp (125 kW)
Torque258 lb-ft (350 Nm)
0–62 mph8.1 s
Top speed137 mph (220 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine versionGTD 2.0 TDI (170 hp) DSG
Engine codeCBBB, CFGB
Displacement2.0 L (1,968 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder4
ValvetrainDOHC
Fuel systemDiesel common rail
Compression ratio16-5
Bore81 mm
Stroke95.5 mm
Engine oil capacity4.2 qt (4-4.3 l)
Engine systemsParticulate filter

Performance

Power170 hp (125 kW) @ 4200 rpm
Torque258 lb-ft (350 Nm) @ 1750-2500 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)8.1 s
Top speed137 mph (220 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City34 mpg (6.9 l/100 km)
Highway44 mpg (5.4 l/100 km)
CO₂ emissions229 g/mi (142 g/km)
Emission standardEuro 5
Fuel tank14.5 gal (55 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length165.9 in (4,213 mm)
Width70.3 in (1,786 mm)
Height57.8 in (1,469 mm)
Curb weight2,989 lb (1,356 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,211 lb (1,910 kg)
Cargo volume12.4 cu ft (350 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
SteeringElectric power steering
Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson strut, stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionStabilizer bar, independent multi-link
Tires225/45 R 17
Wheels7 J x 17
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Volkswagen Golf with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Volkswagen Golf VI (5-door) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.4 (80 hp)Gasoline80 hp (59 kW)
1.4 TSI (122 hp)Gasoline122 hp (90 kW)
1.4 TSI (122 hp) DSGGasoline122 hp (90 kW)
1.4 TSI (160 hp)Gasoline160 hp (118 kW)
1.4 TSI (160 hp) DSGGasoline160 hp (118 kW)
1.6 (102 hp)Gasoline102 hp (75 kW)
1.6 (102 hp) DSGGasoline102 hp (75 kW)
2.0 TDI (110 hp)Diesel110 hp (81 kW)
2.0 TDI (110 hp) DSGDiesel110 hp (81 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp)Diesel140 hp (103 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp) 4MOTIONDiesel140 hp (103 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp) DSGDiesel140 hp (103 kW)
1.2 TSI (105 hp)Gasoline105 hp (77 kW)
1.2 TSI (105 hp) BMTGasoline105 hp (77 kW)
1.2 TSI (105 hp) DSGGasoline105 hp (77 kW)
1.6 (102/98 hp) BiFuelGasoline/LPG102 hp (75 kW)
1.6 TDI (105 hp)Diesel105 hp (77 kW)
1.6 TDI (105 hp) BMTDiesel105 hp (77 kW)
1.6 TDI (105 hp) BMT DSGDiesel105 hp (77 kW)
1.6 TDI (105 hp) BlueMotionDiesel105 hp (77 kW)
1.6 TDI (105 hp) DSGDiesel105 hp (77 kW)
GTD 2.0 TDI (170 hp)Diesel170 hp (125 kW)
GTI 2.0 TSI (210 hp)Gasoline210 hp (154 kW)
GTI 2.0 TSI (210 hp) DSGGasoline210 hp (154 kW)
R 2.0 TSI (270 hp) 4MOTIONGasoline270 hp (199 kW)
R 2.0 TSI (270 hp) 4MOTION DSGGasoline270 hp (199 kW)
1.2 TSI (85 hp)Gasoline85 hp (63 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp) BMTDiesel140 hp (103 kW)
2.0 TDI (140 hp) BMT DSGDiesel140 hp (103 kW)

← All Volkswagen Golf VI (5-door) engines

Decode the VIN

We send the VIN to carVertical (our partner). The full history report is paid.

carVertical report illustration with a damaged car
carVertical discount via DecodeThatVIN

Extra −20% on the history report

Without the discount $19.99$15.99/ report

in the 3-report package · $47.98 total

Get the discount

The discount applies automatically through the DecodeThatVIN link. Prices checked on October 30, 2026; the final price is shown on carVertical.