Volkswagen Golf Golf VIII Variant

Volkswagen - Golf VIII Variant

Details-
BrandVolkswagen
ModelGolf
GenerationGolf VIII Variant
Modification1.5 eTSI (150 Hp) Mild Hybrid DSG
Start Of Production2020
End Of Production2024

Performance

The Golf is a decent performer, accelerating from 0-100 km/h in 8.7 seconds and reaching a top speed of 224 km/h (139.19 mph).

Specs-
Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh8.7 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph8.7 sec
Max Speed224 km/h 139.19 mph

Body & Dimensions

The car is a Golf station wagon (estate) with 5 seats and 5 doors. It has a length of 182.4 inches, width of 70.43 inches, and height of 58.98 inches. The wheelbase is 105.08 inches, with a front track of 60.35 - 60.98 inches and rear track of 59.17 - 59.8 inches. The minimum turning circle is 36.42 feet. The width including mirrors is 81.61 inches.

Specs-
Rating
Body TypeStation wagon (estate)
Seats5
Doors5
Length4633 mm 182.4 in.
Width1789 mm 70.43 in.
Width Including Mirrors2073 mm 81.61 in.
Height1498 mm 58.98 in.
Wheelbase2669 mm 105.08 in.
Front Track1533-1549 mm 60.35 - 60.98 in.
Rear Track1503-1519 mm 59.17 - 59.8 in.
Min Turning Circle11.1 m 36.42 ft.

Fuel Consumption

The car in question is a Golf model that runs on petrol, with Euro 6d-ISC-FCM emission standard. The urban, extra-urban, and combined fuel consumption (NEDC) is 6 l/100 km, 4.1 l/100 km, and 4.8 l/100 km respectively, while CO2 emissions (NEDC) is 110 g/km. The combined fuel consumption (WLTP) is 5.7 l/100 km, with CO2 emissions (WLTP) at 129 g/km.

Specs-
Rating
Fuel Consumption Urban Economy Nedc6 l/100 km 39.2 US mpg 47.08 UK mpg 16.67 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban Economy Nedc4.1 l/100 km 57.37 US mpg 68.9 UK mpg 24.39 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined Economy Nedc4.8 l/100 km 49 US mpg 58.85 UK mpg 20.83 km/l
Co2 Emissions Nedc110 g/km
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
Emission StandardEuro 6d-ISC-FCM
Fuel Consumption At Low Speed Wltp7.5 l/100 km 31.36 US mpg 37.66 UK mpg 13.33 km/l
Fuel Consumption At Medium Speed Wltp5.4 l/100 km 43.56 US mpg 52.31 UK mpg 18.52 km/l
Fuel Consumption At High Speed Wltp4.9 l/100 km 48 US mpg 57.65 UK mpg 20.41 km/l
Fuel Consumption At Very High Speed Wltp5.9 l/100 km 39.87 US mpg 47.88 UK mpg 16.95 km/l
Combined Fuel Consumption Wltp5.7 l/100 km 41.27 US mpg 49.56 UK mpg 17.54 km/l
Co2 Emissions Wltp129 g/km

Engine & Transmission

The car in question is a Golf model with a Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle powertrain, producing 150 Hp and 250 Nm of torque. It has a 4-cylinder, inline engine with a displacement of 1498 cm3, equipped with a direct injection fuel system and a turbocharger with intercooler. The engine is transversely mounted and uses a 7-gear automatic transmission to drive the front wheels. The car has an independent type McPherson front suspension and independent multi-link suspension at the rear.

Specs-
Rating
Powertrain ArchitectureMHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV)
Power150 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power Per Litre100.1 Hp/l
Torque250 Nm @ 1500-3500 rpm. 184.39 lb.-ft. @ 1500-3500 rpm.
Engine LayoutFront, Transverse
Engine Model CodeDFYA
Engine Displacement1498 cm3 91.41 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders4
Engine ConfigurationInline
Cylinder Bore74.5 mm 2.93 in.
Piston Stroke85.9 mm 3.38 in.
Compression Ratio10.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder4
Fuel Injection SystemDirect injection
Engine AspirationTurbocharger, Intercooler
ValvetrainDOHC
Engine Oil Capacity4.3 l 4.54 US qt | 3.78 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification0W-20 / VW 508 00
Coolant8 l 8.45 US qt | 7.04 UK qt
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive WheelFront wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox7 gears, automatic transmission DSG
Front SuspensionIndependent type McPherson
Rear SuspensionIndependent multi-link suspension
Engine SystemsStart & Stop System Particulate filter

Brakes

The Golf car model comes equipped with ventilated discs for front brakes and disc brakes for the rear. It features an Anti-lock braking system (ABS) and electric power steering with a steering rack and pinion system. The car rides on 205/55 R 16 tires with 7 J x 16 wheel rims.

Specs-
Rating
Front BrakesVentilated discs
Rear BrakesDisc
Assisting SystemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering TypeSteering rack and pinion
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Tires Size205/55 R 16
Wheel Rims Size7 J x 16

Weight & Capacity

The Golf is a well-rounded car with a good balance of power and weight, making it a great option for daily driving. It has a decent trunk space and a respectable fuel tank capacity, making it suitable for road trips. However, its towing capacity is limited, making it less suitable for heavy hauling.

Specs-
Rating
Weight To Power Ratio9 kg/Hp, 111.1 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio5.4 kg/Nm, 185.2 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight1350 kg 2976.24 lbs.
Max Weight1970 kg 4343.11 lbs.
Max Load620 kg 1366.87 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum611 l 21.58 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum1642 l 57.99 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity50 l 13.21 US gal | 11 UK gal
Max Roof Load75 kg 165.35 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 8 Percent1700 kg 3747.86 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent1500 kg 3306.93 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes710 kg 1565.28 lbs.
Permitted Towbar Download80 kg 176.37 lbs.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Volkswagen - Golf VIII Variant

The body type of the car is a station wagon (estate).

The car has 5 seats.

The length of the car is 182.4 inches.

8.7 seconds

224 km/h (139.19 mph)

Decently, with a 0-100 km/h time of 8.7 seconds

This car runs on petrol.

The combined fuel consumption (NEDC) is 4.8 l/100 km, with CO2 emissions (NEDC) at 110 g/km. The combined fuel consumption (WLTP) is 5.7 l/100 km, with CO2 emissions (WLTP) at 129 g/km.

This car complies with the Euro 6d-ISC-FCM emission standard.

The car has a Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle powertrain.

The engine displacement of the car is 1498 cm3.

The car has a 7-gear automatic transmission.

Ventilated discs for front and disc for rear

205/55 R 16

Electric power steering with 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.

9 kg/Hp, 111.1 Hp/tonne

620 kg / 1366.87 lbs.

50 l / 13.21 US gal | 11 UK gal