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Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 16V (80 Hp)
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Volkswagen Golf:
The Volkswagen Golf is a compact car/small family car produced by the German automotive manufacturer Volkswagen since 1974, marketed worldwide across eight generations, in various body configurations and under various nameplates – including as the Volkswagen Rabbit in the United States and Canada , and as the Volkswagen Caribe in Mexico. Historically, the Golf is Volkswagen's best-selling model and is among the world's top three best-selling nameplates, with more than 35 million units sold as of 2019....(Read more on Wikipedia)
V Variant Overview:
Volkswagen Golf (V Variant). With 132 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~9.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1255 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.9 s). The top speed reaches 168 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.4 16V (80 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Very slow and struggles outside of urban environments. Best suited for light city duties and short trips.
Fuel Economy
Not particularly efficient for its low power output, especially when pushed to keep up with traffic.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent practicality and spacious boot capacity for its class.
- • Wide range of efficient and powerful engines, including modern TSI and TDI options.
- • High-quality interior materials and solid build quality.
- • Comfortable ride suitable for long journeys.
- • Strong safety performance, inheriting the Golf V hatchback's 5-star Euro NCAP rating.
Cons:
- • Some early TSI engines (twin-chargers) had known reliability issues (e.g., timing chains).
- • Early DSG gearboxes could be prone to mechatronic unit failures.
- • Entry-level engines (e.g., 1.4 16V, 1.6) are underpowered and less efficient.
- • Interior design, while well-built, can be considered somewhat conservative or bland.
- • Higher trim levels and advanced engines can be expensive to maintain if issues arise.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VIII (facelift 2024): July, 2024 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Golf |
| Generation: | V Variant |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 16V (80 Hp) |
| Start of production: | June, 2007 |
| End of production: | May, 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 80 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 57.6 Hp/l [260mm more] |
| Torque: | 132 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | BUD More details about the engine BUD |
| Engine displacement: | 1390 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.2 l |
| Coolant: | 5.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 76.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 75.6 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 168 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.7 kg/Hp, 63.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.5 kg/Nm, 105.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1255 |
| Max. weight: | 1880 |
| Max load: | 625 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1495 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 505 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4556 mm mm [260mm more] |
| Width: | 1781 mm mm [8mm less] |
| Height: | 1504 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2578 mm mm [51mm less] |
| Front track: | 1535 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1508 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.5 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 6.5J x 16 |
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