The Volkswagen Golf boasts impressive performance capabilities. With a maximum speed of 175 km/h and an acceleration of 0-100 km/h in 11.9 seconds, it offers a thrilling driving experience. Additionally, its aerodynamic design, characterized by a drag coefficient of 0.34, contributes to its agility and stability.
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
11.9 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
11.9 sec
Max Speed
175 km/h 108.74 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.34
Body & Dimensions
The Volkswagen Golf is a popular hatchback known for its agility, performance, and spacious interior. It offers excellent handling and a comfortable ride, making it a great choice for daily commuting and weekend getaways.
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Rating
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
3
Length
3985-4040 mm 156.89 - 159.06 in.
Width
1665 mm 65.55 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.
Min Turning Circle
10.5 m 34.45 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The Volkswagen Golf boasts impressive fuel efficiency, with urban and extra-urban figures of 10.5 l/100 km and 6.3 l/100 km respectively. It offers a smooth and responsive driving experience, thanks to its powerful engine and sophisticated suspension system.
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Rating
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
10.5 l/100 km 22.4 US mpg 26.9 UK mpg 9.52 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
6.3 l/100 km 37.34 US mpg 44.84 UK mpg 15.87 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Volkswagen Golf is a compact car with a 1.4L inline-four engine producing 90 horsepower and 142 Nm of torque. It features a front-wheel drive layout and a 5-speed manual transmission. The engine is naturally aspirated and has a compression ratio of 9.0. The car has a fuel injection system and a single-point injection system.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
90 Hp @ 5250 rpm.
Power Per Litre
50.5 Hp/l
Torque
142 Nm @ 3000 rpm. 104.73 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
RP
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
9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Single-point 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
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, Transverse stabilizer
Rear Suspension
Elastic beam
Brakes
The Golf features disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear, has a steering rack and pinion system, and rides on 175/70 R13 tires mounted on 5.5J x 13 wheels. It offers a comfortable and agile driving experience.
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Rating
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 strong power-to-weight ratio, indicating good acceleration and performance. Its weight-to-torque ratio is also impressive, suggesting ample low-end torque for effortless acceleration and climbing. The spacious cargo area and fuel efficiency make it suitable for daily commuting and weekend getaways.
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Weight To Power Ratio
10.4 kg/Hp, 96.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6.6 kg/Nm, 151.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
935 kg 2061.32 lbs.
Max Weight
1440 kg 3174.66 lbs.
Max Load
505 kg 1113.33 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
330 l 11.65 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
470 kg 1036.17 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Golf II (3-door, facelift 1987)
Fuel efficiency varies depending on the model year and engine, but generally ranges from 30-40 mpg.
The Golf has 3 doors.
The Golf has 23.8 cubic feet of cargo space.
The Golf accelerates from 0 to 62 mph in 11.9 seconds.
The Golf has a maximum speed of 175 km/h (108.74 mph).
The Golf features a drag coefficient of 0.34, indicating excellent aerodynamic efficiency.
The Golf has a fuel consumption of 10.5 l/100 km in the city and 6.3 l/100 km on the highway.
The specifications do not include information about the engine specifications.
The specifications do not include information about the safety features of the Golf.
The engine displacement is 1.8L (1781 cm3).
The transmission type is 5-speed manual.
The fuel injection system is single-point injection.
The Golf has disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.
The Golf has a steering rack and pinion system.
The Golf has 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.
The spec sheet does not include fuel consumption information.
The maximum cargo capacity is 505 kg (1113.33 lbs).
The Golf is capable of towing up to 1200 kg (2645.55 lbs) with brakes and 470 kg (1036.17 lbs) without brakes.
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