The Volkswagen Golf boasts impressive performance capabilities. With a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 9.2 seconds and a top speed of 183 km/h, it offers a thrilling driving experience.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
9.2 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
9.2 sec
Max Speed
183 km/h 113.71 mph
Body & Dimensions
The car is a Golf model with a 5-door hatchback body type, seating for 5 people, and a wheelbase of 2400 mm. It has a length of 3723 mm, a width of 1610 mm, and a height of 1410 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.
Fuel Consumption
The Golf is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 10.9 l/100 km in urban areas and 6.4 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
10.9 l/100 km 21.58 US mpg 25.92 UK mpg 9.17 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
6.4 l/100 km 36.75 US mpg 44.14 UK mpg 15.63 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Volkswagen Golf boasts a 112-hp engine and offers responsive handling thanks to its independent suspension system. Its fuel efficiency is commendable for a performance-oriented vehicle.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
112 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
62.9 Hp/l
Torque
153 Nm @ 3500 rpm. 112.85 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
DX
Engine Displacement
1781 cm3 108.68 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
81 mm 3.19 in.
Piston Stroke
86.4 mm 3.4 in.
Compression Ratio
10
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4 l 4.23 US qt | 3.52 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
5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension
Transverse stabilizer, Coil spring, Torsion
Brakes
The Golf model car features ventilated discs for front brakes and drum brakes for rear brakes. It has a steering rack and pinion system and comes equipped with 185/60 R14 tires and 6J x 14 wheel rims.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
185/60 R14
Wheel Rims Size
6J x 14
Weight & Capacity
The Golf is a compact hatchback with a spacious interior, offering a minimum trunk boot space of 368 liters and a maximum of 1102 liters. It has a fuel tank capacity of 40 liters, making it suitable for daily driving and short road trips.
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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)
Five
Hatchback
5
The Golf has a 0-62 mph acceleration time of 9.2 seconds.
The Golf has a top speed of 183 km/h (113.71 mph).
The Golf offers brisk acceleration, with a 0-100 km/h time of 9.2 seconds, ensuring a quick and responsive driving experience.
Petrol (Gasoline)
10.9 l/100 km (21.58 US mpg, 25.92 UK mpg, 9.17 km/l)
6.4 l/100 km (36.75 US mpg, 44.14 UK mpg, 15.63 km/l)
The Golf features an inline-4 engine configuration.
Fuel consumption information is not in the given specifications.
The Golf comes with a 5-speed manual transmission.
Ventilated discs for front brakes and drum brakes for rear brakes.
Steering rack and pinion.
185/60 R14
The fuel economy of the Volkswagen Golf varies depending on the engine and transmission choice, but it typically ranges from 25-40 mpg in the city and 30-50 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.
