The Volkswagen Golf is a compact hatchback with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 16.9 seconds, a top speed of 151 km/h, and a drag coefficient of 0.34. It's a reliable and fuel-efficient car with a smooth ride.
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
16.9 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
16.9 sec
Max Speed
151 km/h 93.83 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 four-cylinder engine and a powerful V6 engine.
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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 boasts impressive fuel efficiency, with combined consumption figures of 43.46 mpg (UK) and 36.19 mpg (US). It offers a smooth and agile driving experience, thanks to its powerful engine and sophisticated suspension.
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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
4.6 l/100 km 51.13 US mpg 61.41 UK mpg 21.74 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Volkswagen Golf boasts a turbocharged 1.5-liter engine that delivers 60 horsepower and 110 Nm of torque. Its inline-four engine features advanced technology like direct injection and a turbocharger for responsive performance. The Golf offers a fun and engaging driving experience with its nimble handling and agile suspension.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
60 Hp @ 4500 rpm.
Power Per Litre
37.8 Hp/l
Torque
110 Nm @ 2400 rpm. 81.13 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
1V
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
Turbocharger
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 l 4.76 US qt | 3.96 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
10W-40 / VW 505 00
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
Elastic beam
Brakes
The car is a Golf model with disc front brakes and drum rear brakes. It has a steering rack and pinion system and comes with tires of size 155/65 R13 and wheel rims of size 5J x 13.
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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 in question is a Golf with a weight-to-power ratio of 16.4 kg/Hp (60.9 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 9 kg/Nm (111.7 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 985 kg (2171.55 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1465 kg (3229.77 lbs.), allowing for a maximum load of 480 kg (1058.22 lbs.). The trunk boot space ranges from 330 l (11.65 cu. ft.) to 1145 l (40.44 cu. ft.), and the fuel tank has a capacity of 55 l (14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal). The car can tow up to 850 kg (1873.93 lbs.) with brakes and 480 kg (1058.22 lbs.) without.
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Weight To Power Ratio
16.4 kg/Hp, 60.9 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
9 kg/Nm, 111.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
985 kg 2171.55 lbs.
Max Weight
1465 kg 3229.77 lbs.
Max Load
480 kg 1058.22 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
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, facelift 1987)
The fuel efficiency varies depending on the engine and transmission options. The Golf gets an estimated 30 mpg city and 38 mpg highway.
The Golf comes standard with features such as a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, and a rearview camera.
The Golf comes with advanced safety features such as adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring.
The acceleration time from 0-100 km/h is 16.9 seconds.
The top speed of the Volkswagen Golf is 151 km/h or 93.83 mph.
The drag coefficient of the Volkswagen Golf is 0.34.
The Golf has a fuel consumption of 6.5 l/100 km in the urban cycle and 4.6 l/100 km on the extra-urban cycle.
The specifications do not include information about the engine specifications.
The specifications do not include information about the handling capabilities of the Golf.
Fuel efficiency information is not in the given specifications.
The Golf comes with a 5-speed manual transmission.
Curb weight information is not in the given specifications.
It has disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
The tires are of size 155/65 R13 and the wheel rims are of size 5J x 13.
It has a steering rack and pinion system.
The Golf has an average fuel efficiency of 30 mpg city and 38 mpg highway.
The Golf comes standard with features such as a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, and a rearview camera.
The Golf is available with a variety of engine options, including a 1.4-liter TSI engine and a 2.0-liter TSI engine.
The weight-to-power ratio is 16.4 kg/Hp (60.9 Hp/tonne).
This car can tow up to 480 kg (1058.22 lbs.) without brakes.
The fuel tank has a capacity of 55 l (14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal).
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