The Volkswagen Golf boasts a spirited performance with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 10.3 seconds and a top speed of 186 km/h. Its drag coefficient of 0.34 suggests efficient aerodynamics.
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Rating
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 Volkswagen Golf is a popular hatchback known for its sporty performance, spacious interior, and advanced technology. With a length of 4040 mm and a width of 1680 mm, it offers a comfortable and practical driving experience. The Golf features a 5-seat capacity and has a spacious cargo area.
Specs
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Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
3
Length
4040 mm 159.06 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.
Min Turning Circle
10.5 m 34.45 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The Volkswagen Golf is a petrol-powered car with a fuel consumption of 10.7 liters per 100 kilometers in urban areas and 6.4 liters per 100 kilometers in extra-urban areas.
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Rating
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
10.7 l/100 km 21.98 US mpg 26.4 UK mpg 9.35 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 107-hp engine that delivers a spirited performance. Its responsive handling and agile chassis make it a fun and engaging drive.
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Rating
Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
107 Hp @ 5400 rpm.
Power Per Litre
60.1 Hp/l
Torque
157 Nm @ 3800 rpm. 115.8 lb.-ft. @ 3800 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
PF
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
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
Transverse stabilizer, Elastic beam
Brakes
The Golf model features ventilated discs for front brakes and disc brakes for the rear. It has a steering rack and pinion system. The car comes with two tire size options, 185/60 R14 and 195/50 R15, and two wheel rim size options, 6J x 14 and 6.5J x 15.
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Rating
Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
185/60 R14; 195/50 R15
Wheel Rims Size
6J x 14; 6.5J x 15
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 boot space and a respectable fuel tank capacity. The car's trailer load capacity is also impressive, making it a great option for those who need to tow heavy loads.
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Rating
Weight To Power Ratio
8.9 kg/Hp, 112.6 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6.1 kg/Nm, 165.3 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
950 kg 2094.39 lbs.
Max Weight
1465 kg 3229.77 lbs.
Max Load
515 kg 1135.38 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, facelift 1987)
Fuel efficiency information is not in the given spec sheet.
Engine information is not in the given spec sheet.
Standard feature list is not in the given spec sheet.
The Golf's 0-62 mph acceleration time is also 10.3 seconds.
The spec sheet does not include information regarding fuel efficiency.
The spec sheet does not include information regarding engine specifications.
The Volkswagen Golf is a petrol-powered car.
The fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Golf in urban areas is 10.7 liters per 100 kilometers.
The fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Golf in extra-urban areas is 6.4 liters per 100 kilometers.
The Golf features an inline-4 engine configuration.
The Golf utilizes a multi-port manifold injection system.
The Golf comes equipped with a 5-speed manual transmission.
Ventilated discs for front and disc for rear
Steering rack and pinion
185/60 R14 and 195/50 R15
The Volkswagen Golf has an estimated EPA rating of 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 comes equipped with a range of safety features, including forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and blind spot monitoring.
The maximum load capacity of the Golf is 515 kg (1135.38 lbs).
The fuel tank capacity of the Golf is 55 l (14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal).
The permitted trailer load with brakes for the Golf is 1200 kg (2645.55 lbs).
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