The Golf has a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 13.5 seconds and a maximum speed of 155 km/h (96.31 mph).
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
13.5 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
13.5 sec
Max Speed
155 km/h 96.31 mph
Body & Dimensions
The car is a Golf model with a hatchback body type, seating for 5 people and 5 doors. It has a length of 3723 mm (146.57 in), width of 1610 mm (63.39 in), height of 1410 mm (55.51 in), and a wheelbase of 2400 mm (94.49 in). The front and rear tracks are 1390 mm (54.72 in) and 1350 mm (53.15 in) respectively. The minimum turning circle is 10.5 m (34.45 ft) and the ride height/ground clearance is 125 mm (4.92 in).
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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
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 is a popular hatchback known for its sporty handling, fuel efficiency, and spacious interior. It offers a comfortable and engaging driving experience, making it a great choice for daily commuting or weekend getaways.
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Engine & Transmission
The Volkswagen Golf is a front-wheel drive hatchback powered by a 1.6-liter inline-4 cylinder diesel engine, producing 70 horsepower and 130 Nm of torque. It features a 5-speed manual transmission and has a fuel-efficient diesel engine with a turbocharger. The suspension system consists of an independent McPherson strut front suspension and a coil spring torsion rear suspension.
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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 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 mounted on 13-inch wheel rims.
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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 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, with a minimum capacity of 368 liters and a maximum capacity of 1102 liters. The fuel tank capacity is 40 liters, which is average for a car of its class.
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Weight To Power Ratio
12.1 kg/Hp, 82.4 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6.5 kg/Nm, 152.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
850 kg 1873.93 lbs.
Max Weight
1270 kg 2799.87 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 body type of the car is hatchback.
The car can seat 5 people.
The ground clearance of the car is 125 mm (4.92 in).
The Golf accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 13.5 seconds.
The maximum speed of the Golf is 155 km/h (96.31 mph).
The Golf accelerates from 0 to 62 mph in 13.5 seconds.
The Golf is available with a diesel engine.
The Golf features a sporty suspension and agile handling, making it enjoyable to drive on both straight and curvy roads.
The Golf offers a comfortable and spacious interior, with ample legroom and cargo space.
The engine type is a 1.6-liter inline-4 cylinder diesel engine.
The transmission type is a 5-speed manual transmission.
The drive type is front-wheel drive.
The Volkswagen Golf has disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
The Volkswagen Golf has a steering rack and pinion system.
The Volkswagen Golf comes with 175/70 R13 tires.
The fuel efficiency of the Golf varies depending on the engine option, but it typically ranges from 25-40 mpg in the city and 30-50 mpg on the highway.
Yes, the Golf has a reputation for being a reliable car, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
Yes, the Golf offers a range of trim levels and options, including a sporty GTI trim and a luxurious Alltrack trim. You can also customize your Golf with various accessories and upgrades.
The power-to-weight ratio of the Golf is 12.1 kg/Hp or 82.4 Hp/tonne.
The maximum load capacity of the Golf is 420 kg or 925.94 lbs.
The fuel tank capacity of the Golf is 40 liters or 10.57 US gallons or 8.8 UK gallons.
