The Golf is a decent performer, accelerating from 0-100 km/h in 9 seconds and reaching a top speed of 180 km/h. Its acceleration from 0-62 mph is also 9 seconds, and 0-60 mph in 8.8 seconds.
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
9 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
9 sec
Max Speed
180 km/h 111.85 mph
Acceleration 0 60 Mph
8.8 sec
Body & Dimensions
The Volkswagen Golf is a hatchback known for its sporty performance, spacious interior, and advanced technology. With a length of 3723 mm and a width of 1610 mm, it offers a comfortable and practical driving experience. The Golf has a spacious interior with seating for five and a generous cargo area.
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Rating
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
1405 mm 55.31 in.
Rear Track
1372 mm 54.02 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.5 m 34.45 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
125 mm 4.92 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Golf is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 12.1 l/100 km in urban areas and 7.4 l/100 km in extra-urban areas, making it a decent choice for city driving.
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Rating
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
12.1 l/100 km 19.44 US mpg 23.35 UK mpg 8.26 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
7.4 l/100 km 31.79 US mpg 38.17 UK mpg 13.51 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Volkswagen Golf is a compact car with a 1.6L inline-four engine, producing 110 horsepower and 140 Nm of torque. It features a front-wheel drive layout and a 5-speed manual transmission. The engine is naturally aspirated and has a compression ratio of 9.5.
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Rating
Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
110 Hp @ 6100 rpm.
Power Per Litre
69.3 Hp/l
Torque
140 Nm @ 5000 rpm. 103.26 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
EG
Engine Displacement
1588 cm3 96.91 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
79.5 mm 3.13 in.
Piston Stroke
80 mm 3.15 in.
Compression Ratio
9.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4 l 4.23 US qt | 3.52 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
5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
The car specs indicate a budget-friendly hatchback with adequate braking, steering, and tire capabilities. The ventilated front brakes and disc rear brakes ensure effective stopping power, while the steering rack and pinion setup offers precise handling. The tires provide adequate grip in most conditions, and the 17-inch wheels enhance stability.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs, 238.76 mm
Rear Brakes
Disc, 180.34 mm
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
Front wheel tires: 175/70 R13 Rear wheel tires: 175/70 R13
Wheel Rims Size
Front wheel rims: 5.5J x 13 Rear wheel rims: 5.5J x 13
Weight & Capacity
The Volkswagen Golf is a compact hatchback with a curb weight of 810 kg and a maximum weight of 1230 kg. It has a minimum trunk boot space of 368 liters and a maximum of 1102 liters. The car has a fuel tank capacity of 40 liters and can tow a trailer with a maximum weight of 1200 kg with brakes and 400 kg without brakes.
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Weight To Power Ratio
7.4 kg/Hp, 135.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
5.8 kg/Nm, 172.8 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
810 kg 1785.74 lbs.
Max Weight
1230 kg 2711.69 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
1200 kg 2645.55 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes
400 kg 881.85 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Golf I (3-door)
Fuel efficiency information is not in the given spec sheet.
The spec sheet does not include information about standard features.
Warranty information is not included in the given specifications.
9 seconds
180 km/h (111.85 mph)
8.8 seconds
Petrol (Gasoline)
12.1 l/100 km (19.44 US mpg, 23.35 UK mpg, 8.26 km/l)
7.4 l/100 km (31.79 US mpg, 38.17 UK mpg, 13.51 km/l)
The Volkswagen Golf has an internal combustion engine with an inline-four configuration.
The Volkswagen Golf has a 5-speed manual transmission.
The Volkswagen Golf has a multi-port manifold injection fuel injection system.
The spec sheet does not include information regarding the transmission type.
The spec sheet does not include information regarding the engine specifications.
The spec sheet does not include information regarding the fuel efficiency figures.
The Volkswagen Golf is available in both petrol and diesel fuel types.
Yes, the Volkswagen Golf is known for its reliability and durability.
The Volkswagen Golf is available in three trim levels: base model, Comfortline, and Highline.
The curb weight of the Volkswagen Golf is 810 kg or 1785.74 lbs.
The maximum weight of the Volkswagen Golf is 1230 kg or 2711.69 lbs.
The fuel tank capacity of the Volkswagen Golf is 40 liters or 10.57 US gal | 8.8 UK gal
