The Golf is a decent car with a moderate acceleration of 15.2 seconds from 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 162 km/h. Its drag coefficient of 0.34 is relatively low, indicating good aerodynamics.
Specs
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
15.2 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
15.2 sec
Max Speed
162 km/h 100.66 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.34
Body & Dimensions
The Volkswagen Golf is a hatchback known for its sporty performance, spacious interior, and fuel efficiency. It offers a comfortable ride, agile handling, and a variety of advanced features.
Specs
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Rating
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
5
Length
3985 mm 156.89 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.
Front Overhang
810 mm 31.89 in.
Rear Overhang
700 mm 27.56 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.5 m 34.45 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
120 mm 4.72 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Volkswagen Golf boasts impressive fuel efficiency, with combined urban and extra-urban consumption figures of 9.1 l/100 km and 6.4 l/100 km, respectively. It offers a smooth and responsive driving experience, thanks to its powerful engine and sophisticated suspension.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
9.1 l/100 km 25.85 US mpg 31.04 UK mpg 10.99 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 car in question is a Golf with a front, transverse mounted 4-cylinder, inline engine with a displacement of 1595 cm3. The engine has 47 HP/L and 75 HP @ 5000 RPM with a torque of 125 Nm @ 2500 RPM, and uses a carburettor for fuel injection. The engine has a SOHC valvetrain and a compression ratio of 9.0. The car has a 3-speed automatic transmission and front wheel drive. The car has an independent type McPherson front suspension and an elastic beam rear suspension. The car has a 3.17 US qt (2.64 UK qt) oil capacity and uses 10W-40 / VW 500 00 or 10W-40, 15W-40 / VW 501 01 oil. The car has a 6.87 US qt (5.72 UK qt) coolant capacity.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
75 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
47 Hp/l
Torque
125 Nm @ 2500 rpm. 92.2 lb.-ft. @ 2500 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
EZ
Engine Displacement
1595 cm3 97.33 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
81 mm 3.19 in.
Piston Stroke
77.4 mm 3.05 in.
Compression Ratio
9
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
3 l 3.17 US qt | 2.64 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
10W-40 / VW 500 00 10W-40, 15W-40 / VW 501 01
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
3 gears, automatic transmission
Front Suspension
Independent type McPherson
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 conventional steering rack and pinion setup 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 strong power-to-weight ratio, indicating good performance. Its weight-to-torque ratio is also impressive, suggesting excellent acceleration and climbing ability. The car offers a spacious trunk and ample cargo space, making it suitable for both daily commuting and weekend getaways.
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Weight To Power Ratio
11.9 kg/Hp, 84.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.1 kg/Nm, 140.4 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
890 kg 1962.11 lbs.
Max Weight
1400 kg 3086.47 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
470 kg 1036.17 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Golf II (5-door)
The Golf has an estimated fuel efficiency of 30 mpg city and 38 mpg highway.
The Golf has seating for 5 people.
The Golf has 23.8 cubic feet of cargo space.
15.2 seconds
162 km/h (100.66 mph)
0.34
The Golf has a combined fuel consumption of 9.1 l/100 km in the urban cycle and 6.4 l/100 km on the extra-urban cycle.
The spec sheet does not include information regarding the engine specifications.
The spec sheet does not include information regarding the safety features of the Golf.
The car has a power output of 75 HP @ 5000 RPM.
The car has a 3-speed automatic transmission.
The engine is mounted in the front, in a transverse layout.
The car has disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear.
It features a steering rack and pinion setup.
The car comes with 175/70 R13 tires.
The Volkswagen Golf has an estimated fuel economy 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, blind spot monitoring, and rear cross traffic alert.
Fuel consumption information is not in the given spec sheet.
The maximum trailer load with brakes is 1000 kg, while the maximum trailer load without brakes is 470 kg.
The trunk boot space ranges from 345 l to 1145 l, offering ample space for luggage and cargo.
