The Golf has a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 16.8 seconds and a maximum speed of 143 km/h (88.86 mph).
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
16.8 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
16.8 sec
Max Speed
143 km/h 88.86 mph
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.
Specs
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Rating
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
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 torque and towing capacity, making it suitable for daily driving and occasional road trips.
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Rating
Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine & Transmission
The car has a 1.6L inline-4 engine producing 54 hp and 98 Nm of torque. It features a manual transmission and front-wheel drive. The engine is naturally aspirated and utilizes a diesel fuel injection system.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
54 Hp @ 4800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
34 Hp/l
Torque
98 Nm @ 2300 rpm. 72.28 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
CR, JK
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
Naturally aspirated engine
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
Coil spring, Torsion
Brakes
The Volkswagen Golf is a compact hatchback with a disc brake system in the front and drum brakes in the rear. It features a steering rack and pinion system and comes with 175/70 R13 tires.
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Rating
Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
175/70 R13
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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Rating
Weight To Power Ratio
14.4 kg/Hp, 69.7 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.9 kg/Nm, 126.5 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
775 kg 1708.58 lbs.
Max Weight
1200 kg 2645.55 lbs.
Max Load
425 kg 936.96 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 a seating capacity of 5 people.
The wheelbase of the Golf is 2400 mm.
The minimum turning circle of the Golf is 10.5 meters.
The Golf accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 16.8 seconds.
The maximum speed of the Golf is 143 km/h (88.86 mph).
The Golf has average acceleration and speed performance.
The fuel type of the Volkswagen Golf is Diesel.
Yes, the Volkswagen Golf is a compact hatchback.
Yes, the Volkswagen Golf is suitable for daily driving and occasional road trips.
Fuel efficiency information is not in the given spec sheet.
The Golf has a 4-speed manual transmission.
The maximum torque of the Golf engine is 98 Nm at 2300 rpm.
The Golf has disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
The Golf features a steering rack and pinion system.
The Golf comes with 175/70 R13 tires.
The starting price of the Golf varies depending on the model year, trim level, and features. The base model starts around $28,000.
The Golf offers a variety of engine options, including a 1.4-liter TSI engine, a 2.0-liter TSI engine, and a 3.0-liter V6 engine.
Standard features on the Golf include a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, and a rearview camera.
The power-to-weight ratio of the Golf is 14.4 kg/Hp or 69.7 Hp/tonne.
The maximum load capacity of the Golf is 425 kg or 936.96 lbs.
The fuel tank capacity of the Golf is 40 l or 10.57 US gal or 8.8 UK gal.
