The Volkswagen Golf is a compact hatchback with a length of 4.284 meters, a width of 1.789 meters, and a height of 1.491 meters. It has a wheelbase of 2.619 meters and a turning circle of 10.9 meters. It has 5 seats and 5 doors.
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Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
5
Length
4284 mm 168.66 in.
Width
1789 mm 70.43 in.
Width Including Mirrors
2073 mm 81.61 in.
Height
1491 mm 58.7 in.
Wheelbase
2619 mm 103.11 in.
Front Track
1533-1549 mm 60.35 - 60.98 in.
Rear Track
1504-1520 mm 59.21 - 59.84 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.9 m 35.76 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The Volkswagen Golf is a fuel-efficient car with a petrol engine, meeting the Euro 6d-ISC-FCM emission standard. It has a combined fuel consumption of 4.3-4.5 l/100 km and CO2 emissions of 98-102 g/km.
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Rating
Fuel Consumption Urban Economy Nedc
5.1-5.2 l/100 km 46.12 - 45.23 US mpg 55.39 - 54.32 UK mpg 19.61 - 19.23 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban Economy Nedc
3.8-4 l/100 km 61.9 - 58.8 US mpg 74.34 - 70.62 UK mpg 26.32 - 25 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined Economy Nedc
4.3-4.5 l/100 km 54.7 - 52.27 US mpg 65.69 - 62.77 UK mpg 23.26 - 22.22 km/l
Co2 Emissions Nedc
98-102 g/km
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Emission Standard
Euro 6d-ISC-FCM
Fuel Consumption At Low Speed Wltp
6.4 l/100 km 36.75 US mpg 44.14 UK mpg 15.63 km/l
Fuel Consumption At Medium Speed Wltp
4.9 l/100 km 48 US mpg 57.65 UK mpg 20.41 km/l
Fuel Consumption At High Speed Wltp
4.5 l/100 km 52.27 US mpg 62.77 UK mpg 22.22 km/l
Fuel Consumption At Very High Speed Wltp
5.5 l/100 km 42.77 US mpg 51.36 UK mpg 18.18 km/l
Combined Fuel Consumption Wltp
5.2 l/100 km 45.23 US mpg 54.32 UK mpg 19.23 km/l
Co2 Emissions Wltp
118 g/km
Engine & Transmission
The Golf is a mild hybrid electric vehicle with a 3-cylinder, 1-liter engine producing 110 horsepower and 200 Nm of torque. It features a front-wheel drive layout, 7-speed automatic transmission, and a range of advanced engine systems including start-stop technology and a particulate filter.
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the front wheels of the car with the ability to work only in mixed mode.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
7 gears, automatic transmission DSG
Front Suspension
Independent type McPherson, Transverse stabilizer
Rear Suspension
Torsion
Engine Systems
Start & Stop System Particulate filter
Brakes
The car in question is a Golf model, featuring ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear. The steering system is a rack and pinion type, with electric power steering. The tire size is 205/55 R 16, and the wheel rims are 7 J x 16. The car also comes with an Anti-lock braking system (ABS) as a standard assisting system.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Electric Steering
Tires Size
205/55 R 16
Wheel Rims Size
7 J x 16
Battery - Electric / Hybrid
The Golf is an electric vehicle that features a Lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery technology, with the battery located under the front seats. It has an electric motor located at the front, transverse, and operates at a battery voltage of 48 V.
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Battery Technology
Lithium-ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Location
Under the front seats
Electric Motor Location
Front, Transverse
Battery Voltage
48 V
Weight & Capacity
The Volkswagen Golf is a compact hatchback with a good balance of performance and practicality. It has a decent weight-to-power ratio and torque, making it suitable for daily driving. The car has a decent boot space and fuel tank capacity, making it a practical choice for families or commuters.
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Weight To Power Ratio
11.2 kg/Hp, 89.6 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
6.1 kg/Nm, 163 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1227 kg 2705.07 lbs.
Max Weight
1810 kg 3990.37 lbs.
Max Load
583 kg 1285.29 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
381 l 13.45 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
1237 l 43.68 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 l 11.89 US gal | 9.9 UK gal
Max Roof Load
75 kg 165.35 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 8 Percent
1500 kg 3306.93 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent
1300 kg 2866.01 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes
630 kg 1388.91 lbs.
Permitted Towbar Download
80 kg 176.37 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Golf VIII
The length of the Volkswagen Golf is 4.284 meters or 168.66 inches.
The Volkswagen Golf has 5 seats.
The turning circle of the Volkswagen Golf is 10.9 meters or 35.76 feet.
10.2 seconds
202 km/h (125.52 mph)
The Golf's performance is average compared to other cars in its class, but it makes up for it with its comfort and reliability.
Petrol (Gasoline)
4.3-4.5 l/100 km
Euro 6d-ISC-FCM
999 cm3 or 60.96 cu. in.
7-speed automatic transmission DSG
Direct injection
The car uses ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear.
The car has a rack and pinion steering system with electric power steering.
The tire size is 205/55 R 16, and the wheel rims are 7 J x 16.
Lithium-ion (Li-Ion)
Under the front seats
48 V
The weight-to-power ratio of the Volkswagen Golf is 11.2 kg/Hp, 89.6 Hp/tonne.
The maximum weight of the Volkswagen Golf is 1810 kg or 3990.37 lbs.
The maximum load capacity of the Volkswagen Golf is 583 kg or 1285.29 lbs.
