The Volkswagen Golf is a hatchback known for its sporty handling, spacious interior, and fuel efficiency. 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 amount of cargo space.
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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
1390 mm 54.72 in.
Rear Track
1350 mm 53.15 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.5 m 34.45 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
125 mm 4.92 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Volkswagen Golf Diesel is a fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly option for those looking for a compact hatchback. With its diesel engine, it provides excellent mileage and low emissions.
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Rating
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine & Transmission
The Volkswagen Golf boasts a turbocharged 1.5-liter inline-4 engine that generates 70 horsepower and 130 Nm of torque. Its front-wheel-drive system and 5-speed manual transmission provide responsive handling and agile performance.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
70 Hp @ 4500 rpm.
Power Per Litre
44.1 Hp/l
Torque
130 Nm @ 2600 rpm. 95.88 lb.-ft. @ 2600 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
CY
Engine Displacement
1588 cm3 96.91 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
76.5 mm 3.01 in.
Piston Stroke
86.4 mm 3.4 in.
Compression Ratio
23
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Diesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI)
Engine Aspiration
Turbocharger
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
3.5 l 3.7 US qt | 3.08 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
10W-40 / VW 505 00
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
Rear Suspension
Coil spring, Torsion
Brakes
The car in question is a Golf model with disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear. It has a steering rack and pinion system. The tire size is 175/70 R13 and the wheel rim size is 13 inches.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
175/70 R13
Wheel Rims Size
13
Weight & Capacity
The car in question is a Golf with a weight-to-power ratio of 11.7 kg/Hp (85.4 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6.3 kg/Nm (158.5 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 820 kg (1807.79 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1240 kg (2733.73 lbs.), allowing for a maximum load 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).
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Weight To Power Ratio
11.7 kg/Hp, 85.4 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6.3 kg/Nm, 158.5 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
820 kg 1807.79 lbs.
Max Weight
1240 kg 2733.73 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
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Golf I (3-door)
The Golf has an estimated fuel efficiency of 38 mpg city and 48 mpg highway.
The Golf comes standard with features such as a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, and a rearview camera.
The Golf has a cargo capacity of 374 liters.
13.5 seconds
155 km/h (96.31 mph)
No, the Golf is not considered a fast car, but it's reliable and comfortable.
The fuel type of the Volkswagen Golf is Diesel.
Yes, the Volkswagen Golf is a compact hatchback.
Yes, the Volkswagen Golf Diesel is known for its fuel efficiency and low emissions.
Fuel efficiency information is not in the given spec sheet.
Top speed information is not in the given spec sheet.
Safety feature information is not in the given spec sheet.
The car has disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
The car has a steering rack and pinion system.
The tire size is 175/70 R13 and the wheel rim size is 13 inches.
The Volkswagen Golf has an estimated EPA rating of up to 32 mpg in the city and 42 mpg on the highway.
Yes, the Volkswagen Golf has a reputation for being a reliable car, 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 blind spot monitoring.
The weight-to-power ratio is 11.7 kg/Hp (85.4 Hp/tonne).
The maximum load capacity is 420 kg (925.94 lbs.).
The cargo space ranges from 368 l (13 cu. ft.) to 1102 l (38.92 cu. ft.).
