The Volkswagen Golf boasts impressive performance capabilities. With a maximum speed of 153 km/h and an acceleration of 0-60 mph in 14.7 seconds, it offers a thrilling driving experience.
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Max Speed
153 km/h 95.07 mph
Acceleration 0 60 Mph
14.7 sec
Body & Dimensions
The Golf is a compact hatchback with a length of 3723 mm, width of 1610 mm, and height of 1410 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2400 mm and a minimum turning circle of 10.5 meters. The ride height and ground clearance are 125 mm.
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Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
5
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 Golf is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 10.1 l/100 km in urban areas and 7.3 l/100 km in extra-urban areas, making it a decent option for city driving.
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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 model with a 1.5L, 4-cylinder, inline, naturally aspirated engine with 70 HP and 110 Nm of torque. It has a front, transverse engine layout and a 3-speed automatic transmission, driving the front wheels. The car has a 3.5L oil capacity and a 4.5L coolant capacity. The suspension system consists of independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar in the front and trailing arm, coil spring, torsion in the rear.
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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 car specs indicate a budget-friendly hatchback with adequate braking and handling capabilities. The 175/70 R13 tires and 5J x 13 inch wheels suggest a comfortable ride. The steering rack and pinion setup offers precise handling.
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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 boasts a lightweight and powerful engine, with a weight-to-power ratio of 12.1 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 7.7 kg/Nm. It offers ample cargo space and a generous maximum load capacity.
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Weight To Power Ratio
12.1 kg/Hp, 82.4 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.7 kg/Nm, 129.4 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
850 kg 1873.93 lbs.
Max Weight
1300 kg 2866.01 lbs.
Max Load
450 kg 992.08 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 (5-door)
The Golf has a seating capacity of 5 people.
The wheelbase of the Golf is 2400 mm.
The ground clearance of the Golf is 125 mm.
The Golf has a maximum speed of 153 km/h (95.07 mph).
The Golf accelerates from 0-60 mph in 14.7 seconds.
The spec sheet does not include detailed performance specifications beyond the maximum speed and acceleration figures.
Petrol (Gasoline)
10.1 l/100 km (23.29 US mpg, 27.97 UK mpg, 9.9 km/l)
7.3 l/100 km (32.22 US mpg, 38.7 UK mpg, 13.7 km/l)
The engine displacement of this car is 1457 cm3 or 88.91 cu. in.
This car has a 3-speed automatic transmission.
The engine layout of this car is front, transverse.
The Golf features disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
The Golf comes equipped with 175/70 R13 tires.
The Golf utilizes a steering rack and pinion for precise handling.
The Golf is a compact car.
The Golf offers a comfortable ride and handles well.
The Golf is a popular choice for daily commuters and small families.
The fuel consumption information is not in the given specifications.
The maximum speed information is not in the given specifications.
The standard features of the Golf are not listed in the given specifications.
