Volkswagen Golf VII (5-door) R 2.0 TSI (292 Hp) 4MOTION DSG

Volkswagen Golf:

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VII (5-door) Overview:

Volkswagen Golf (VII (5-door)). With 380 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1520 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 250 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(VI Cabriolet: 2013 - 2015).

General:

  Brand: Volkswagen
  Model: Golf
  Generation: VII (5-door)
  Modification (Engine): R 2.0 TSI (292 Hp) 4MOTION DSG
  Start of production: 2014
  End of production: 2017
  Powertrain Architecture: Internal Combustion engine
  Body type: Hatchback
  Seats: 5
  Doors: 5

Engine:

  Engine systems: Start & Stop System
  Power: 292 Hp @ 5400 rpm. Same horsepower
  Power per litre: 147.2 Hp/l [10mm more.]
  Torque: 380 Nm @ 1800 rpm.
  Engine Model/Code: EA888 / CYFB More details about the engine EA888 / CYFB
  Engine displacement: 1984
  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: 5.7 l
  Engine layout: Front, Transverse
  Cylinder Bore: 82.5 mm
  Piston Stroke: 92.8 mm
  Compression ratio: 9.6:1

Performance:

  Fuel Type: Petrol (Gasoline)
  Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: 10.2 l/100 km
  Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: 7.8 l/100 km
  Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (EPA): 10.2 l/100 km
  Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (EPA): 7.8 l/100 km
  Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (EPA): 9.4 l/100 km
  Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: 9.4 l/100 km
  Maximum speed: 250 km/h, Electronically limited
  Weight-to-power ratio: 5.2 kg/Hp, 192.7 Hp/tonne
  Weight-to-torque ratio: 4 kg/Nm, 250.8 Nm/tonne
  Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: 4.9 sec

Space:

  Kerb Weight: 1515-1525
  Max. weight: 1990-2000
  Max load: 475
  Trunk (boot) space - maximum: 1233 l
  Trunk (boot) space - minimum: 343 l
  Fuel tank capacity: 55 l

Size:

  Length: 4276 mm [10mm more.]
  Width: 1799 mm [17mm more.]
  Height: 1436 mm [31mm more.]
  Wheelbase: 2630 mm [52mm more.]
  Width including mirrors: 2027 mm
  Front track: 1541 mm
  Rear (Back) track: 1515 mm
  Ride height (ground clearance): 122 mm
  Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): 10.9 m [above average]

Powertrain:

  Drivetrain Architecture: The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels permanently, and the rear wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary.
  Drive wheel: All wheel drive (4x4)
  Number of gears: 6
  Transmission type: Automatic
  Gearbox type: DSG
  Front brakes: Ventilated discs, 340x30 mm [Best for performance and cooling.]
  Rear brakes: Ventilated discs, 310x23 mm [Best for performance and cooling.]
  Assisting systems: ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
  Steering type: Steering rack and pinion
  Power steering: Electric Steering
  Tires size: 225/40 R18; 235/35 R19
  Wheel rims size: 7.5J x 18; 8J x 19
  Front suspension: Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
  Rear suspension: Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer