The Volkswagen Golf is a compact hatchback known for its sporty handling, spacious interior, and fuel efficiency. It offers a comfortable ride, ample cargo space, and a variety of advanced safety features.
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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 Volkswagen Golf Diesel is a reliable and fuel-efficient vehicle, perfect for daily commutes and long road trips. Its diesel engine provides a smooth and quiet ride, making it an excellent choice for those who prioritize comfort and practicality.
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine & Transmission
The car in question is a Golf model with an Internal Combustion engine, producing 50 HP at 5000 rpm, and 82 Nm of torque at 3000 rpm. It has a front, transverse engine layout with 4 cylinders, arranged inline. The engine has a displacement of 1471 cm3 and a bore/stroke of 76.5 mm/80 mm, with a compression ratio of 23.5. The engine uses a Diesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI) fuel system and has a SOHC valvetrain. The car has a manual transmission with 4 gears, and the engine drives the front wheels. The front suspension is independent, using a type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar, while the rear suspension is a trailing arm, coil spring, torsion setup. The car has a 3.5 l engine oil capacity and a 4.5 l coolant capacity.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
50 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
34 Hp/l
Torque
82 Nm @ 3000 rpm. 60.48 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
CK
Engine Displacement
1471 cm3 89.77 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
76.5 mm 3.01 in.
Piston Stroke
80 mm 3.15 in.
Compression Ratio
23.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Diesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI)
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 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
4 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension
Trailing arm, Coil spring, Torsion
Brakes
The Volkswagen Golf features a disc brake setup in the front with a diameter of 238.76 mm and a drum brake setup in the rear with a diameter of 180.34 mm. It has a steering rack and pinion system and 13-inch wheels with a size of 175/70 R13. The front and rear wheel rims are both 4.5J x 13.
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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
Front wheel rims: 4.5J x 13 Rear wheel rims: 4.5J x 13
Weight & Capacity
The Golf is a well-balanced car with a good power-to-weight ratio, making it suitable for city driving and occasional highway cruising. Its trunk space is decent, and the fuel tank capacity is average. Overall, it's a reliable and practical car for daily use.
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Weight To Power Ratio
16.6 kg/Hp, 60.2 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
10.1 kg/Nm, 98.8 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
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Golf I (5-door)
The Golf has an estimated fuel efficiency of 38 mpg city and 48 mpg highway.
The Golf has seating for five passengers.
The Golf has 23.8 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats.
The Golf takes 18 seconds to reach 60 mph.
The Golf has a top speed of 140 km/h (86.99 mph).
The Golf offers agile handling and a comfortable ride, making it enjoyable to drive on both winding roads and long highways.
The Volkswagen Golf Diesel has an impressive fuel economy, with an estimated 40-50 mpg on the highway and 30-40 mpg in the city.
Yes, the Volkswagen Golf Diesel is an excellent choice for long road trips due to its comfortable ride, ample cargo space, and impressive fuel efficiency.
Yes, the Volkswagen Golf Diesel has a reputation for being a reliable vehicle, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
The car produces 50 HP at 5000 rpm.
This car uses a Diesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI) fuel system.
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
The Golf has a disc brake setup in the front and a drum brake setup in the rear.
The Golf has 13-inch wheels with a size of 175/70 R13.
The Golf has a steering rack and pinion system.
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 kerb weight of the Golf is 830 kg (1829.84 lbs).
The maximum load capacity of the Golf is 420 kg (925.94 lbs).
The fuel tank capacity of the Golf is 40 l (10.57 US gal | 8.8 UK gal).
