The Golf has a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 18.7 seconds and a top speed of 148 km/h (91.96 mph). It has a drag coefficient of 0.34, indicating good 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 popular hatchback known for its sporty performance, spacious interior, and advanced technology. With a length of 3985-4040 mm and a width of 1665 mm, it offers a comfortable and spacious cabin. The Golf comes with a variety of engine options, including a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine and a powerful V6 engine.
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 Golf diesel model offers impressive fuel efficiency, with a fuel consumption of 6.5 l/100 km in urban areas and 4.4 l/100 km in extra-urban areas, making it an economical choice for daily driving.
Specs
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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
4.4 l/100 km 53.46 US mpg 64.2 UK mpg 22.73 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Golf is a front-wheel drive car powered by a 1.6-liter, 4-cylinder diesel engine that produces 54 horsepower and 100 Nm of torque. It has a 5-speed manual transmission and features an independent McPherson front suspension and an elastic beam rear suspension.
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 specs indicate a budget-friendly hatchback with disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear. It features a steering rack and pinion for handling and rides on 155/65 R13 tires mounted on 5J x 13 wheels.
Specs
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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 car has a good power-to-weight ratio and a moderate weight-to-torque ratio, suggesting good performance. It has a spacious trunk and a moderate fuel tank capacity. The maximum permitted trailer load is generous, making it suitable for towing.
Specs
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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)
Fuel efficiency varies depending on the engine and transmission options. The Golf averages around 30 mpg in the city and 38 mpg on the highway.
The Golf has 37.4 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear seats up and 60.6 cubic feet with the rear seats folded down.
The Golf comes standard with features such as a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, and a rearview camera.
The Golf has a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 18.7 seconds.
The Golf has a top speed of 148 km/h (91.96 mph).
The drag coefficient of the Golf is 0.34.
6.5 l/100 km
4.4 l/100 km
Yes, with its impressive fuel efficiency, it is an economical choice for daily driving.
1588 cm3 or 96.91 cu. in.
Standard diesel injection (SDI)
Front-wheel drive
The Golf has disc brakes upfront and drum brakes at the rear.
The Golf has 155/65 R13 tires mounted on 5J x 13 wheels.
The Golf has a steering rack and pinion for handling.
The Golf has an estimated fuel efficiency of 30 mpg city and 38 mpg highway.
Standard features include a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, and a rearview camera.
The Golf comes standard with features such as adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring.
The spec sheet does not include fuel consumption information.
The cargo capacity is listed as 330-1145 liters.
The Golf can tow up to 800 kg (1763.7 lbs) with brakes and 480 kg (1058.22 lbs) without brakes.
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