The Volkswagen Golf boasts a spirited performance with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 14.5 seconds and a top speed of 160 km/h. Its drag coefficient of 0.34 suggests efficient aerodynamics.
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
14.5 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
14.5 sec
Max Speed
160 km/h 99.42 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.34
Body & Dimensions
The Volkswagen Golf is a compact hatchback with a sleek design, comfortable seating for 5 passengers, and a spacious interior. It has a length of 3985 mm, width of 1665-1680 mm, and a height of 1415 mm. The wheelbase is 2475 mm, and the front and rear tracks are 1427 mm and 1422 mm respectively. The front and rear overhangs are 810 mm and 700 mm respectively. The minimum turning circle is 10.5 m.
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Rating
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
3
Length
3985 mm 156.89 in.
Width
1665-1680 mm 65.55 - 66.14 in.
Height
1415 mm 55.71 in.
Wheelbase
2475 mm 97.44 in.
Front Track
1427 mm 56.18 in.
Rear Track
1422 mm 55.98 in.
Front Overhang
810 mm 31.89 in.
Rear Overhang
700 mm 27.56 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.5 m 34.45 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The Golf diesel model offers an impressive fuel efficiency, with a consumption of 6.1 liters per 100 kilometers in urban areas and 4.3 liters per 100 kilometers in extra-urban areas.
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel Consumption Urban
6.1 l/100 km 38.56 US mpg 46.31 UK mpg 16.39 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
4.3 l/100 km 54.7 US mpg 65.69 UK mpg 23.26 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Volkswagen Golf is a compact car with a 1.6L inline 4-cylinder engine, producing 70 horsepower and 133 Nm of torque. It features a front-wheel drive layout and a 5-speed manual transmission. The engine is turbocharged and has a compression ratio of 23.0.
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Rating
Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
70 Hp @ 4500 rpm.
Power Per Litre
44.1 Hp/l
Torque
133 Nm @ 2600 rpm. 98.1 lb.-ft. @ 2600 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
JR
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 l 3.17 US qt | 2.64 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
10W-40 / VW 505 00
Coolant
6.5 l 6.87 US qt | 5.72 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, Transverse stabilizer
Rear Suspension
Elastic beam
Brakes
The car specs indicate a budget-friendly hatchback model with disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear. It features a steering rack and pinion system for handling and rides on 175/70 R13 tires mounted on 5.5J x 13 wheels.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
175/70 R13
Wheel Rims Size
5.5J x 13
Weight & Capacity
The car has a lightweight and powerful engine, boasting a weight-to-power ratio of 13.1 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6.9 kg/Nm. It offers a spacious cargo area with a minimum boot space of 345 l and a maximum capacity of 1145 l. Additionally, it has a generous fuel tank capacity of 55 l and can tow up to 1000 kg with brakes or 490 kg without brakes.
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Weight To Power Ratio
13.1 kg/Hp, 76.1 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6.9 kg/Nm, 144.6 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
920 kg 2028.25 lbs.
Max Weight
1430 kg 3152.61 lbs.
Max Load
510 kg 1124.36 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
345 l 12.18 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
1145 l 40.44 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l 14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent
1000 kg 2204.62 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes
490 kg 1080.27 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Golf II (3-door)
The Volkswagen Golf has a seating capacity of 5 passengers.
The length of the Volkswagen Golf is 3985 mm or 156.89 in.
The minimum turning circle of the Volkswagen Golf is 10.5 m or 34.45 ft.
The Golf's 0-62 mph acceleration time is also 14.5 seconds.
Fuel efficiency information is not in the given specs.
Handling information is not in the given specs.
6.1 liters per 100 kilometers
4.3 liters per 100 kilometers
Diesel
The Volkswagen Golf has an internal combustion engine with a displacement of 1.6L and 4 cylinders.
The Volkswagen Golf has a 5-speed manual transmission.
The Volkswagen Golf is a front-wheel drive vehicle.
The Golf has disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear.
The Golf is equipped with a steering rack and pinion system.
The Golf comes with 175/70 R13 tires.
The Golf can seat up to 5 passengers.
The Golf has an average fuel economy of around 30-35 miles per gallon.
No, the Golf does not come with all-wheel drive. It is available in front-wheel drive.
Fuel consumption information is not in the given specs.
The maximum load capacity is 510 kg.
Ground clearance information is not in the given specs.
