The Golf is a compact hatchback with a top speed of 153 km/h and an acceleration of 0-60 mph in 14.7 seconds, making it a decent performer on the road.
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Max Speed
153 km/h 95.07 mph
Acceleration 0 60 Mph
14.7 sec
Body & Dimensions
The Volkswagen Golf is a hatchback known for its sporty handling, spacious interior, and fuel efficiency. With a length of 3723 mm and a wheelbase of 2400 mm, it offers a comfortable and agile driving experience. The Golf has a spacious interior with seating for five and a generous cargo area.
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Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
3
Length
3723 mm 146.57 in.
Width
1610 mm 63.39 in.
Height
1410 mm 55.51 in.
Wheelbase
2400 mm 94.49 in.
Front Track
1389 mm 54.69 in.
Rear Track
1356 mm 53.39 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.5 m 34.45 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
125 mm 4.92 in.
Fuel Consumption
The car in question is a Golf that runs on petrol, with a fuel consumption of 10.1 l/100 km in the city and 7.3 l/100 km outside the city. This is equivalent to 23.29 US mpg and 32.22 US mpg, respectively.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
10.1 l/100 km 23.29 US mpg 27.97 UK mpg 9.9 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
7.3 l/100 km 32.22 US mpg 38.7 UK mpg 13.7 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car in question is a Golf with a 1.5L, 4-cylinder, inline, naturally aspirated engine with a carburetor and 3 gears automatic transmission, front wheel drive. The engine produces 70 Hp and 110 Nm of torque. The front suspension is independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar, while the rear suspension is trailing arm, Coil spring, Torsion.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
70 Hp @ 5600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
48 Hp/l
Torque
110 Nm @ 2500 rpm. 81.13 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
FH, FD
Engine Displacement
1457 cm3 88.91 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
79.5 mm 3.13 in.
Piston Stroke
73.4 mm 2.89 in.
Compression Ratio
8.2
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
3.5 l 3.7 US qt | 3.08 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
10W-40 / VW 500 00 10W-40, 15W-40 / VW 501 01
Coolant
4.5 l 4.76 US qt | 3.96 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
3 gears, automatic transmission
Front Suspension
Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension
Trailing arm, Coil spring, Torsion
Brakes
The Golf model features a reliable braking system with disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear, ensuring a smooth and safe ride. The steering rack and pinion system provides precise handling, while the 175/70 R13 tires and 5J x 13 wheel rims offer a comfortable and stable drive.
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Front Brakes
Disc, 238.76 mm
Rear Brakes
Drum, 180.34 mm
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
175/70 R13
Wheel Rims Size
5J x 13
Weight & Capacity
The car is a Golf with a weight-to-power ratio of 11.9 kg/Hp (84.3 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7.5 kg/Nm (132.5 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 830 kg (1829.84 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1250 kg (2755.78 lbs.), with a maximum load capacity of 420 kg (925.94 lbs.). The trunk boot space ranges from 368 l (13 cu. ft.) to 1102 l (38.92 cu. ft.), and the fuel tank has a capacity of 40 l (10.57 US gal | 8.8 UK gal). The permitted trailer load with brakes is 1000 kg (2204.62 lbs.) and without brakes is 400 kg (881.85 lbs.).
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Weight To Power Ratio
11.9 kg/Hp, 84.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.5 kg/Nm, 132.5 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
830 kg 1829.84 lbs.
Max Weight
1250 kg 2755.78 lbs.
Max Load
420 kg 925.94 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
368 l 13 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
1102 l 38.92 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
40 l 10.57 US gal | 8.8 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent
1000 kg 2204.62 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes
400 kg 881.85 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Golf I (3-door)
The Golf's fuel efficiency varies depending on the model and engine size. However, it typically achieves around 30 mpg in the city and 38 mpg on the highway.
Standard features include a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, and a rearview camera.
The Golf comes standard with advanced safety features such as lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, and blind-spot monitoring.
153 km/h (95.07 mph)
14.7 seconds
The Golf has decent performance, but it's not particularly fast.
This car uses petrol (gasoline).
The fuel consumption of this car in the city is 10.1 l/100 km (23.29 US mpg).
The fuel consumption of this car outside the city is 7.3 l/100 km (32.22 US mpg).
The engine layout is Front, Transverse
The engine displacement is 1457 cm3 or 88.91 cu. in.
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
The Golf model has disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.
The Golf model has a steering rack and pinion system.
The Golf model has 175/70 R13 tires.
The fuel efficiency of the Volkswagen Golf varies depending on the engine option, but it ranges from 32-42 mpg in the city and 40-50 mpg on the highway.
Yes, the Volkswagen Golf is known for its reliability and durability, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
The Volkswagen Golf comes equipped with a range of safety features, including forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and a 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating.
The weight-to-power ratio of the car is 11.9 kg/Hp (84.3 Hp/tonne).
The maximum load capacity of the car is 420 kg (925.94 lbs.).
The permitted trailer load without brakes is 400 kg (881.85 lbs.).
