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Volkswagen Golf III Citystromer 17.3 kWh (27 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)
III Overview:
Volkswagen Golf (III). With a weight of 1510 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 100 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Tested in 1994, the Golf III achieved a 2.5-star rating for adult occupant protection, considered average for its era but significantly less safe by modern standards. It represented an improvement over earlier generations.
Citystromer 17.3 kWh (27 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Extremely limited performance, designed purely for short-range urban mobility, not speed.
Fuel Economy
Zero tailpipe emissions, very low running costs due to electric power.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of engines, from economical diesels to powerful VR6 and GTI models.
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class, especially the 5-door hatchback.
- • Generally reliable and durable, with many examples still on the road.
- • Good aftermarket support and parts availability.
- • Excellent value as a used car, offering solid build quality for the price.
Cons:
- • Safety ratings are poor by modern standards, reflecting its age.
- • Base models can feel underpowered and unrefined.
- • Interior plastics can feel dated and prone to wear.
- • Rust can be an issue, particularly on older, less well-maintained examples.
- • Some engines, especially the VR6, have high fuel consumption.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: 1992 - 1997).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Golf |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | Citystromer 17.3 kWh (27 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1993 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Maximum speed: | 100 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 55.9 kg/Hp, 17.9 Hp/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1510 |
| Max. weight: | 1860 |
| Max load: | 350 |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the front wheels. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 17.3 kWh |
| Battery technology: | Lead-Acid |
| Battery location: | Inside the trunk |
| System power: | 27 Hp @ 3450 rpm. |
| All-electric range: | 70-90 km |
| Electric motor power: | 27 Hp @ 3450 rpm. |
| Average Energy consumption: | 25 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor location: | Front axle, Transverse |
| Battery weight: | 300 kg |
| Battery voltage: | 96 V |
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