The Volkswagen Golf boasts impressive performance capabilities. With a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 10.3 seconds and a top speed of 186 km/h, it offers agile handling and swift acceleration. The car's drag coefficient of 0.34 contributes to its efficient performance.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
10.3 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
10.3 sec
Max Speed
186 km/h 115.58 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.34
Body & Dimensions
The car specs indicate a hatchback body style with a spacious interior and a tight turning radius. It offers good ground clearance and a comfortable ride.
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Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
3
Length
3985 mm 156.89 in.
Width
1680 mm 66.14 in.
Height
1405 mm 55.31 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 car in question is a Golf that runs on petrol, with a fuel consumption of 11.3 l/100 km in the city and 6.7 l/100 km outside the city. This is equivalent to 20.82 US mpg and 35.11 US mpg, respectively.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
11.3 l/100 km 20.82 US mpg 25 UK mpg 8.85 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
6.7 l/100 km 35.11 US mpg 42.16 UK mpg 14.93 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Golf is a front-wheel drive car powered by a 1.8L inline 4-cylinder engine, producing 107 Hp and 154 Nm of torque. It has a 5-speed manual transmission and features an independent McPherson suspension at the front and an elastic beam suspension at the rear.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
107 Hp @ 5250 rpm.
Power Per Litre
60.1 Hp/l
Torque
154 Nm @ 3250 rpm. 113.58 lb.-ft. @ 3250 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
RD
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, Transverse stabilizer
Rear Suspension
Transverse stabilizer, Elastic beam
Brakes
The car in question is a Golf model with ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear. It has a rack and pinion steering system and comes with tires of size 175/70 R13 and wheel rims of size 5.5J x 13.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
175/70 R13
Wheel Rims Size
5.5J x 13
Weight & Capacity
The Golf is a well-balanced car with a good power-to-weight ratio, making it suitable for daily driving. It has a decent trunk space and a moderate fuel tank capacity. The car's towing capacity is also respectable, making it a good option for those who need to haul trailers or boats.
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Weight To Power Ratio
8.6 kg/Hp, 116.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6 kg/Nm, 167.4 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
920 kg 2028.25 lbs.
Max Weight
1400 kg 3086.47 lbs.
Max Load
480 kg 1058.22 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
1200 kg 2645.55 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes
490 kg 1080.27 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Golf II (3-door)
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The Golf has a 0-62 mph acceleration time of 10.3 seconds.
The Golf has a top speed of 186 km/h (115.58 mph).
The Golf has a drag coefficient (Cd) of 0.34.
This car uses petrol (gasoline).
The fuel consumption of this car in the city is 11.3 l/100 km (20.82 US mpg).
The fuel consumption of this car outside the city is 6.7 l/100 km (35.11 US mpg).
The engine displacement of the Golf is 1781 cm3 or 108.68 cu. in.
The Golf uses a Multi-port manifold injection fuel injection system.
The Golf is a front-wheel drive car.
It has ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear.
It has a rack and pinion steering system.
The tires are 175/70 R13 and the wheel rims are 5.5J x 13.
The fuel economy of the Volkswagen Golf varies by trim and transmission, but it can achieve up to 32 mpg city and 42 mpg 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 is available in several trim levels, including the S, SE, and Autobahn, each offering varying levels of features and amenities.
