Volkswagen Golf VII (5-door) GTE 1.4 TSI (204 Hp) Plug-in Hybrid DSG

Volkswagen Golf:

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VII (5-door) Overview:

Volkswagen Golf (VII (5-door)). With 350 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1524 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.6 s). The top speed reaches 222 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

People's Opinions:

Our robots surveyed the comments on Reddit to find out people's satisfaction with Volkswagen Golf. About 100 comments were scanned, 22 comments (22% of the total comments) were positive, compared to 9 negative comments (9% of the total comments). The remaining 69 comments were neutral (did not mention any praise or criticism) (%neutralPercentag%% of the total comments), and thus it received a rating of 1 stars out of 5.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• Decent ICE technology.
• Complies withEuro 6 emission standard.
• Efficient fuel consumption: 4.7 L/100 km combined.
• Front-wheel drive offers efficiency and lower weight.
• Ventilated front brakes improve stopping power under load.
• Rack-and-pinion steering for precise control.
• ABS improves braking safety.
• Generous trunk space: 1270 L.
• Reasonable curb weight (1270 kg).
• High payload capacity:510 kg.
• Tight turning circle of 10.9 m for easy maneuvering.

Cons:

• Underpowered ICE: only 150 hp.
• Sluggish ICE-only acceleration: 8.2 sec.
• Sluggish 0–100 km/h time: 8.2 sec.
• Weak weight-to-power: ≈ 117.6 hp/tonne.
• Low weight-to-torque: ≈ 196.1 Nm/tonne.

Based on the pros and cons, the car is rated 3/5

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VII Sportsvan: August, 2012 - March, 2017).

General:

  Brand: Volkswagen
  Model: Golf
  Generation: VII (5-door)
  Modification (Engine): GTE 1.4 TSI (204 Hp) Plug-in Hybrid DSG
  Start of production: August, 2014
  End of production: 2017
  Powertrain Architecture: PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
  Body type: Hatchback
  Seats: 5
  Doors: 5

Engine:

  Engine systems: Start & Stop System
  Power: 150 Hp @ 5000-6000 rpm. Same horsepower
  Power per litre: 107.5 Hp/l [68mm less.]
  Torque: 350 Nm @ 1600-3500 rpm.
  Engine Model/Code: CUKB More details about the engine CUKB
  Engine displacement: 1395
  Number of cylinders: 4
  Engine configuration: Inline
  Number of valves per cylinder: 4
  Fuel injection system: Direct injection
  Engine aspiration: Turbocharger, Intercooler
  Valvetrain: DOHC
  Engine oil capacity: 4 l
  Engine layout: Front, Transverse

Performance:

  Fuel Type: Petrol / electricity
  Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: 1.5 l/100 km
  Emission standard: Euro 6
  Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: 7.6 sec
  Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: 7.6 sec
  Maximum speed: 222 km/h
  Weight-to-power ratio: 7.5 kg/Hp, 133.9 Hp/tonne
  Weight-to-torque ratio: 4.4 kg/Nm, 229.7 Nm/tonne
  Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: 7.2 sec

Space:

  Kerb Weight: 1524
  Max. weight: 2020
  Max. roof load: 75 kg
  Max load: 496
  Trunk (boot) space - maximum: 1162 l
  Trunk (boot) space - minimum: 272 l
  Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): 1500 kg
  Fuel tank capacity: 40 l
  Permitted trailer load without brakes: 750 kg
  Permitted towbar download: 80 kg
  Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): 1700 kg

Size:

  Length: 4270 mm [68mm less.]
  Width: 1799 mm [8mm less.]
  Height: 1457 mm [121mm less.]
  Wheelbase: 2631 mm [54mm less.]
  Width including mirrors: 2027 mm
  Front track: 1543 mm
  Rear (Back) track: 1513 mm
  Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): 10.9 m [above average]

Powertrain:

  Drivetrain Architecture: The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric motor drive the front wheels of the car with the ability to work in full electric or mixed mode.
  Drive wheel: Front wheel drive
  Number of gears: 6
  Transmission type: Automatic
  Gearbox type: DSG
  Front brakes: Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
  Rear brakes: Disc [above average]
  Assisting systems: ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
  Steering type: Steering rack and pinion
  Tires size: 205/55 R16
  Wheel rims size: 6.5J x 16

Electric:

  Gross battery capacity: 8.7 kWh
  System power: 204 Hp @ 5000-6000 rpm.
  System torque: 350 Nm
  All-electric range: 50 km
  Electric motor power: 102 Hp @ 2500 rpm.
  Average Energy consumption: 11.4 kWh/100 km
  Electric motor location: Between the combustion engine and the transmission