The Volkswagen Golf is a compact hatchback with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 18.7 seconds, a top speed of 148 km/h, and a drag coefficient of 0.34. It's a reliable and efficient car with a smooth ride.
Specs
-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
18.7 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
18.7 sec
Max Speed
148 km/h 91.96 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.34
Body & Dimensions
The car is a Golf model with a hatchback body type, seating for 5 people and 5 doors. It is 3985 mm (156.89 in) long, 1665 mm (65.55 in) wide, and 1415 mm (55.71 in) tall. The wheelbase is 2475 mm (97.44 in), with a front track of 1413 mm (55.63 in) and a rear track of 1408 mm (55.43 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) and the ride height/ground clearance is 120 mm (4.72 in).
Specs
-
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
1413 mm 55.63 in.
Rear Track
1408 mm 55.43 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 Diesel is a fuel-efficient car with a combined fuel consumption of 5.4 l/100 km (53.46 US mpg / 64.2 UK mpg). It has a low fuel consumption in both urban and extra-urban driving conditions.
Specs
-
Rating
Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel Consumption Urban
6.3 l/100 km 37.34 US mpg 44.84 UK mpg 15.87 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
4.4 l/100 km 53.46 US mpg 64.2 UK mpg 22.73 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Volkswagen Golf boasts a 1.5-liter inline-4 engine delivering 54 horsepower and 100 Nm of torque. It features a manual transmission and front-wheel drive system.
Specs
-
Rating
Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
54 Hp @ 4800 rpm.
Power Per Litre
34 Hp/l
Torque
100 Nm @ 2300 rpm. 73.76 lb.-ft. @ 2300 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
JP
Engine Displacement
1588 cm3 96.91 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
76.5 mm 3.01 in.
Piston Stroke
86.4 mm 3.4 in.
Compression Ratio
23
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Diesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI)
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 505 00
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
5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Independent type McPherson
Rear Suspension
Elastic beam
Brakes
The car in question is a Golf model with disc brakes in the front and drum brakes at the rear. It has a steering rack and pinion system, and the tire size is 155/65 R13 with a wheel rim size of 5J x 13.
Specs
-
Rating
Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
155/65 R13
Wheel Rims Size
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 weight distribution and trailer load capacities make it suitable for towing small to medium-sized trailers.
Specs
-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio
17 kg/Hp, 58.7 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
9.2 kg/Nm, 108.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
920 kg 2028.25 lbs.
Max Weight
1430 kg 3152.61 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
850 kg 1873.93 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes
480 kg 1058.22 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Golf II (5-door)
The body type of the car is a hatchback.
The car has seating for 5 people.
The car is 3985 mm (156.89 in) long, 1665 mm (65.55 in) wide, and 1415 mm (55.71 in) tall. The wheelbase is 2475 mm (97.44 in), with a front track of 1413 mm (55.63 in) and a rear track of 1408 mm (55.43 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) and the ride height/ground clearance is 120 mm (4.72 in).
The Volkswagen Golf accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 18.7 seconds.
The top speed of the Volkswagen Golf is 148 km/h.
The drag coefficient of the Volkswagen Golf is 0.34.
The fuel type of the Volkswagen Golf is Diesel.
The fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Golf in urban driving conditions is 6.3 l/100 km (37.34 US mpg / 44.84 UK mpg).
The fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Golf in extra-urban driving conditions is 4.4 l/100 km (53.46 US mpg / 64.2 UK mpg).
The Golf has an inline engine configuration with 4 cylinders.
The Golf has a Diesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI) fuel injection system.
The Golf features a front-wheel drive system powered by the internal combustion engine.
The car has disc brakes in the front and drum brakes at the rear.
The car has a steering rack and pinion system.
The tire size is 155/65 R13 with a wheel rim size of 5J x 13.
The fuel efficiency varies depending on the model year and engine size, but most Golf models achieve 30-35 mpg in the city and 38-40 mpg on the highway.
Standard features include a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, cruise control, and a rearview camera.
The Golf offers a range of engine options, including four-cylinder and turbocharged engines, with power outputs ranging from 138 to 245 horsepower.
