The Volkswagen Golf is a compact hatchback with impressive acceleration, reaching 0-100 km/h in just 8.6 seconds. Its top speed is electronically limited to 208 km/h. With a drag coefficient of 0.34, it's designed for efficiency and aerodynamics.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
8.6 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
8.6 sec
Max Speed
208 km/h 129.25 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.34
Body & Dimensions
The car is a Golf model with a hatchback body type, seating for 5 people and 3 doors. It has a length of 3985 mm (156.89 in.), width of 1665 mm (65.55 in.), height of 1405 mm (55.31 in.), and a wheelbase of 2475 mm (97.44 in.). The front overhang is 810 mm (31.89 in.) and the rear overhang is 700 mm (27.56 in.). The minimum turning circle is 10.5 m (34.45 ft.).
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Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
3
Length
3985 mm 156.89 in.
Width
1665 mm 65.55 in.
Height
1405 mm 55.31 in.
Wheelbase
2475 mm 97.44 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 Volkswagen Golf is a fuel-efficient petrol-powered car with a combined fuel consumption of 8.6 liters per 100 kilometers. It has a good balance of urban and extra-urban fuel efficiency.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
11 l/100 km 21.38 US mpg 25.68 UK mpg 9.09 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
7 l/100 km 33.6 US mpg 40.35 UK mpg 14.29 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.6 l/100 km 27.35 US mpg 32.85 UK mpg 11.63 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Volkswagen Golf boasts a 139-hp engine and offers responsive handling and a comfortable ride. Its fuel efficiency is commendable for a performance-oriented vehicle.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
139 Hp @ 6100 rpm.
Power Per Litre
78 Hp/l
Torque
168 Nm @ 4600 rpm. 123.91 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
KR
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
4
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
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
6.3 l 6.66 US qt | 5.54 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
Brakes
The car in question is a Golf model, featuring ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear. The steering system is a rack and pinion type with hydraulic power steering. The tire size is 185/55 R15, and the wheel rims are 6.5J x 15 in size.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
185/55 R15
Wheel Rims Size
6.5J x 15
Weight & Capacity
The car in question is a Golf with a weight-to-power ratio of 7.4 kg/Hp (134.3 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 6.2 kg/Nm (162.3 Nm/tonne). The kerb weight of the car is 1035 kg (2281.78 lbs.), with a maximum weight of 1400 kg (3086.47 lbs.) and a maximum load of 365 kg (804.69 lbs.). The minimum trunk/boot space is 320 l (11.3 cu. ft.), with a fuel tank capacity of 55 l (14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal).
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Weight To Power Ratio
7.4 kg/Hp, 134.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6.2 kg/Nm, 162.3 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1035 kg 2281.78 lbs.
Max Weight
1400 kg 3086.47 lbs.
Max Load
365 kg 804.69 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
320 l 11.3 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l 14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Golf II (3-door)
This car has 3 doors.
The wheelbase of this car is 2475 mm (97.44 in.).
The minimum turning circle of this car is 10.5 m (34.45 ft.).
The Volkswagen Golf can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 8.6 seconds.
The top speed of the Volkswagen Golf is electronically limited to 208 km/h.
The drag coefficient of the Volkswagen Golf is 0.34.
The fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Golf in urban areas is 11 liters per 100 kilometers.
The fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Golf in extra-urban areas is 7 liters per 100 kilometers.
The combined fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Golf is 8.6 liters per 100 kilometers.
The Golf features an inline-4 engine configuration.
The Golf achieves an estimated 30 mpg in the city and 38 mpg on the highway.
The Golf is equipped with front-wheel drive for enhanced handling and traction.
The car has ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear.
The car has a rack and pinion steering system with hydraulic power steering.
The tire size is 185/55 R15, and the wheel rims are 6.5J x 15 in size.
The Volkswagen Golf has an estimated EPA rating of up to 32 mpg in the city and 42 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.
The weight-to-power ratio of the car is 7.4 kg/Hp (134.3 Hp/tonne).
The weight-to-torque ratio of the car is 6.2 kg/Nm (162.3 Nm/tonne).
The fuel tank capacity of the car is 55 l (14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal).
