The Volkswagen Golf boasts a spirited performance with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 18.7 seconds and a top speed of 148 km/h. Its drag coefficient of 0.34 suggests efficient aerodynamics.
Specs
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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 Volkswagen Golf is a compact hatchback with a spacious interior, comfortable ride, and agile handling. It's available in various trim levels and engine options, making it a great choice for daily driving and family transportation.
Specs
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Rating
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
5
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 Diesel is a fuel-efficient car with a combined fuel consumption of 5.15 l/100 km (45.22 US mpg or 54.36 UK mpg). It has a low urban fuel consumption of 6.5 l/100 km (36.19 US mpg or 43.46 UK mpg) and a low extra-urban fuel consumption of 4.8 l/100 km (49 US mpg or 58.85 UK mpg).
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Rating
Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel Consumption Urban
6.5 l/100 km 36.19 US mpg 43.46 UK mpg 15.38 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
4.8 l/100 km 49 US mpg 58.85 UK mpg 20.83 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Volkswagen Golf boasts a 1.5L inline-4 engine producing 54 horsepower and 100 Nm of torque. Its naturally aspirated engine delivers a power-to-liter ratio of 34 hp/l, ensuring responsive performance. Front-wheel drive and a 4-speed manual transmission provide optimal handling and control.
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Independent type McPherson
Rear Suspension
Elastic beam
Brakes
The car specs indicate a budget-friendly hatchback model with conventional features. It features disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear, a steering rack and pinion system, and 15-inch wheels with 155/65 R13 tires.
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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 weight-to-power ratio of 17.8 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 9.6 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 960 kg and a maximum weight of 1465 kg. The car has a spacious trunk with a minimum capacity of 330 liters and a maximum capacity of 1145 liters. It also has a decent fuel tank capacity of 55 liters.
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Rating
Weight To Power Ratio
17.8 kg/Hp, 56.3 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
9.6 kg/Nm, 104.2 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
960 kg 2116.44 lbs.
Max Weight
1465 kg 3229.77 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
800 kg 1763.7 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes
480 kg 1058.22 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Golf II (5-door, facelift 1987)
The Volkswagen Golf can seat up to 5 people.
The length of the Volkswagen Golf varies between 3985-4040 mm (156.89 - 159.06 in.).
The minimum turning radius of the Volkswagen Golf is 10.5 m (34.45 ft.).
The Golf's 0-62 mph acceleration time is also 18.7 seconds.
The spec sheet does not include information regarding fuel efficiency.
The spec sheet does not include information regarding engine specifications.
The fuel type of the Volkswagen Golf is Diesel.
The urban fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Golf is 6.5 l/100 km (36.19 US mpg or 43.46 UK mpg).
The extra-urban fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Golf is 4.8 l/100 km (49 US mpg or 58.85 UK mpg).
Fuel consumption information is not in the given specs.
The Golf comes with a 4-speed manual transmission as standard.
The engine displacement is 1588 cm3.
The car has disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
The car has 15-inch wheels with 155/65 R13 tires.
The car has a steering rack and pinion system.
The Golf can seat up to 5 passengers.
The Golf has an average fuel efficiency of around 30-35 miles per gallon.
No, the Golf does not come with all-wheel drive. It is available in front-wheel drive.
800 kg
55 liters
330 liters
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