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Volkswagen Golf II (5-door)

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Engine versions

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12 versions · 8 Gasoline · 4 Diesel fuel

Engine Fuel Power Production
1.3 (55 KM) Selected Gasoline 55 KM 1983–1985
1.6 (75 KM) Selected Gasoline 75 KM 1983–1987
1.8 (90 KM) Selected Gasoline 90 KM 1983–1987
1.8 GTI 8V CAT (107 KM) Selected Gasoline 107 KM 1985–1987
1.8 GTI 8V (112 KM) Selected Gasoline 112 KM 1984–1987
1.6 (75 KM) Manual 5-speed Selected Gasoline 75 KM 1983–1987
1.6 (75 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 75 KM 1983–1987
1.8 (90 KM) Automatic Selected Gasoline 90 KM 1983–1987
1.6 D (54 KM) Selected Diesel fuel 54 KM 1983–1987
1.6 D (54 KM) Manual 5-speed Selected Diesel fuel 54 KM 1983–1987
1.6 D (54 KM) Automatic Selected Diesel fuel 54 KM 1983–1987
1.6 TD (70 KM) Selected Diesel fuel 70 KM 1983–1987

Selected engine version

1.3 (55 KM)

Gasoline · 1983–1985

Engine power
55 KM
Torque
96 Nm
Engine displacement
1,272 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
16.7 s
Maximum speed
151 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Version
Golf II (5-door)
Engine
1.3 (55 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1983
End of production
1985
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
151 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
16.7 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
7.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
5.5 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
HK
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1272 cm³
Fuel injection system
Carburetor
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
75 mm
Piston stroke
72 mm
Compression ratio
9.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
3.5 l
Power
55 KM @ 5400 obr./min
Torque
96 Nm @ 3300 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
55 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
345 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1145 l
Curb weight
865 kg
Gross weight
1360 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
800 kg
Trailer load without brakes
460 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3985 mm
Width
1665 mm
Height
1415 mm
Wheelbase
2475 mm
Front track
1413 mm
Rear track
1408 mm
Front overhang
810 mm
Rear overhang
700 mm
Turning circle
10.5 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type
Rear suspension
Torsion beam
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Tire size
155/65 R13
Rim size
5J x 13
ABS
no

Selected engine version

1.6 (75 KM)

Gasoline · 1983–1987

Engine power
75 KM
Torque
125 Nm
Engine displacement
1,595 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
13 s
Maximum speed
167 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Version
Golf II (5-door)
Engine
1.6 (75 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1983
End of production
1987
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
167 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
13 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
8.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
5.8 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
EZ
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1595 cm³
Fuel injection system
Carburetor
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Piston stroke
77.4 mm
Compression ratio
9
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
3 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
75 KM @ 5000 obr./min
Torque
125 Nm @ 2500 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
55 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
345 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1145 l
Curb weight
890 kg
Gross weight
1400 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1000 kg
Trailer load without brakes
470 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3985 mm
Width
1665 mm
Height
1415 mm
Wheelbase
2475 mm
Front track
1427 mm
Rear track
1422 mm
Front overhang
810 mm
Rear overhang
700 mm
Turning circle
10.5 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type
Rear suspension
Torsion beam
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Tire size
175/70 R13
Rim size
5.5J x 13
ABS
no

Selected engine version

1.8 (90 KM)

Gasoline · 1983–1987

Engine power
90 KM
Torque
145 Nm
Engine displacement
1,781 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.8 s
Maximum speed
178 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Version
Golf II (5-door)
Engine
1.8 (90 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1983
End of production
1987
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
178 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.8 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
8.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
5.5 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
GU
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1781 cm³
Fuel injection system
Carburetor
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Piston stroke
86.4 mm
Compression ratio
10
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
3 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
90 KM @ 5200 obr./min
Torque
145 Nm @ 3300 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
55 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
345 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1145 l
Curb weight
900 kg
Gross weight
1400 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1200 kg
Trailer load without brakes
470 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3985 mm
Width
1665 mm
Height
1415 mm
Wheelbase
2475 mm
Front track
1427 mm
Rear track
1422 mm
Front overhang
810 mm
Rear overhang
700 mm
Turning circle
10.5 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Torsion beam
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Tire size
175/70 R13
Rim size
5.5J x 13
ABS
no

Selected engine version

1.8 GTI 8V CAT (107 KM)

Gasoline · 1985–1987

Engine power
107 KM
Torque
154 Nm
Engine displacement
1,781 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.3 s
Maximum speed
186 km/h
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Brand
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Version
Golf II (5-door)
Engine
1.8 GTI 8V CAT (107 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1985
End of production
1987
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
186 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
10.3 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
11.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
6.7 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
RD
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1781 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Piston stroke
86.4 mm
Compression ratio
10
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
4 l
Power
107 KM @ 5250 obr./min
Torque
154 Nm @ 3250 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
55 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
345 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1145 l
Curb weight
940 kg
Gross weight
1430 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1200 kg
Trailer load without brakes
490 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3985 mm
Width
1680 mm
Height
1405 mm
Wheelbase
2475 mm
Front track
1427 mm
Rear track
1422 mm
Front overhang
810 mm
Rear overhang
700 mm
Turning circle
10.5 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Anti-roll bar, Torsion beam
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Tire size
175/70 R13
Rim size
5.5J x 13
ABS
no

Selected engine version

1.8 GTI 8V (112 KM)

Gasoline · 1984–1987

Engine power
112 KM
Torque
155 Nm
Engine displacement
1,781 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9.7 s
Maximum speed
191 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Version
Golf II (5-door)
Engine
1.8 GTI 8V (112 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1984
End of production
1987
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
191 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
9.7 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
10.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
5.7 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
EV
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1781 cm³
Fuel injection system
Multi-point injection
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Piston stroke
86.4 mm
Compression ratio
10
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
3 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
112 KM @ 5500 obr./min
Torque
155 Nm @ 3100 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
55 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
345 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1145 l
Curb weight
940 kg
Gross weight
1430 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1200 kg
Trailer load without brakes
490 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3985 mm
Width
1680 mm
Height
1415 mm
Wheelbase
2475 mm
Front track
1427 mm
Rear track
1422 mm
Front overhang
810 mm
Rear overhang
700 mm
Turning circle
10.5 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Anti-roll bar, Torsion beam
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Tire size
175/70 R13
Rim size
5.5J x 13
ABS
no

Selected engine version

1.6 (75 KM) Manual 5-speed

Gasoline · 1983–1987

Engine power
75 KM
Torque
125 Nm
Engine displacement
1,595 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
13 s
Maximum speed
167 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Version
Golf II (5-door)
Engine
1.6 (75 KM) Manual 5-speed
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1983
End of production
1987
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
167 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
13 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
8.7 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
5.3 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
EZ
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1595 cm³
Fuel injection system
Carburetor
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Piston stroke
77.4 mm
Compression ratio
9
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
3 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
75 KM @ 5000 obr./min
Torque
125 Nm @ 2500 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
55 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
345 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1145 l
Curb weight
890 kg
Gross weight
1400 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1000 kg
Trailer load without brakes
470 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3985 mm
Width
1665 mm
Height
1415 mm
Wheelbase
2475 mm
Front track
1427 mm
Rear track
1422 mm
Ground clearance
120 mm
Front overhang
810 mm
Rear overhang
700 mm
Turning circle
10.5 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type
Rear suspension
Torsion beam
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Tire size
175/70 R13
Rim size
5.5J x 13
ABS
no

Selected engine version

1.6 (75 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1983–1987

Engine power
75 KM
Torque
125 Nm
Engine displacement
1,595 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
15.2 s
Maximum speed
162 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Version
Golf II (5-door)
Engine
1.6 (75 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1983
End of production
1987
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
162 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
15.2 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
9.1 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
6.4 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
EZ
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1595 cm³
Fuel injection system
Carburetor
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Piston stroke
77.4 mm
Compression ratio
9
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
3 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
75 KM @ 5000 obr./min
Torque
125 Nm @ 2500 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
55 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
345 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1145 l
Curb weight
890 kg
Gross weight
1400 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1000 kg
Trailer load without brakes
470 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3985 mm
Width
1665 mm
Height
1415 mm
Wheelbase
2475 mm
Front track
1427 mm
Rear track
1422 mm
Ground clearance
120 mm
Front overhang
810 mm
Rear overhang
700 mm
Turning circle
10.5 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
3
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type
Rear suspension
Torsion beam
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Tire size
175/70 R13
Rim size
5.5J x 13
ABS
no

Selected engine version

1.8 (90 KM) Automatic

Gasoline · 1983–1987

Engine power
90 KM
Torque
145 Nm
Engine displacement
1,781 cm³
Fuel type
Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
13 s
Maximum speed
173 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Version
Golf II (5-door)
Engine
1.8 (90 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1983
End of production
1987
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Gasoline

Performance

Maximum speed
173 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
13 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
9.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
6.4 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
GU
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1781 cm³
Fuel injection system
Carburetor
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Piston stroke
86.4 mm
Compression ratio
10
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
3 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
90 KM @ 5200 obr./min
Torque
145 Nm @ 3300 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
55 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
345 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1145 l
Curb weight
900 kg
Gross weight
1400 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1200 kg
Trailer load without brakes
470 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3985 mm
Width
1665 mm
Height
1415 mm
Wheelbase
2475 mm
Front track
1427 mm
Rear track
1422 mm
Ground clearance
120 mm
Front overhang
810 mm
Rear overhang
700 mm
Turning circle
10.5 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
3
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Torsion beam
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Tire size
175/70 R13
Rim size
5.5J x 13
ABS
no

Selected engine version

1.6 D (54 KM)

Diesel fuel · 1983–1987

Engine power
54 KM
Torque
100 Nm
Engine displacement
1,588 cm³
Fuel type
Diesel fuel
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
18.7 s
Maximum speed
148 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Version
Golf II (5-door)
Engine
1.6 D (54 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1983
End of production
1987
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel fuel

Performance

Maximum speed
148 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
18.7 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
6.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
4.8 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
JP
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1588 cm³
Fuel injection system
Wtrysk do komory wstępnego spalania
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
76.5 mm
Piston stroke
86.4 mm
Compression ratio
23
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
3 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
54 KM @ 4800 obr./min
Torque
100 Nm @ 2300 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
55 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
345 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1145 l
Curb weight
920 kg
Gross weight
1430 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
850 kg
Trailer load without brakes
480 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3985 mm
Width
1665 mm
Height
1415 mm
Wheelbase
2475 mm
Front track
1413 mm
Rear track
1408 mm
Ground clearance
120 mm
Front overhang
810 mm
Rear overhang
700 mm
Turning circle
10.5 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
4
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type
Rear suspension
Torsion beam
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Tire size
155/65 R13
Rim size
5J x 13
ABS
no

Selected engine version

1.6 D (54 KM) Manual 5-speed

Diesel fuel · 1983–1987

Engine power
54 KM
Torque
100 Nm
Engine displacement
1,588 cm³
Fuel type
Diesel fuel
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
18.7 s
Maximum speed
148 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Version
Golf II (5-door)
Engine
1.6 D (54 KM) Manual 5-speed
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1983
End of production
1987
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel fuel

Performance

Maximum speed
148 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
18.7 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
6.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
4.4 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
JP
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1588 cm³
Fuel injection system
Wtrysk do komory wstępnego spalania
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
76.5 mm
Piston stroke
86.4 mm
Compression ratio
23
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
3 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
54 KM @ 4800 obr./min
Torque
100 Nm @ 2300 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
55 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
345 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1145 l
Curb weight
920 kg
Gross weight
1430 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
850 kg
Trailer load without brakes
480 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3985 mm
Width
1665 mm
Height
1415 mm
Wheelbase
2475 mm
Front track
1413 mm
Rear track
1408 mm
Ground clearance
120 mm
Front overhang
810 mm
Rear overhang
700 mm
Turning circle
10.5 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type
Rear suspension
Torsion beam
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Tire size
155/65 R13
Rim size
5J x 13
ABS
no

Selected engine version

1.6 D (54 KM) Automatic

Diesel fuel · 1983–1987

Engine power
54 KM
Torque
100 Nm
Engine displacement
1,588 cm³
Fuel type
Diesel fuel
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
22.9 s
Maximum speed
143 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Version
Golf II (5-door)
Engine
1.6 D (54 KM) Automatic
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1983
End of production
1987
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel fuel

Performance

Maximum speed
143 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
22.9 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
6.9 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
5.3 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
JP
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1588 cm³
Fuel injection system
Wtrysk do komory wstępnego spalania
Engine type
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
76.5 mm
Piston stroke
86.4 mm
Compression ratio
23
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
3 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
54 KM @ 4800 obr./min
Torque
100 Nm @ 2300 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
55 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
345 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1145 l
Curb weight
920 kg
Gross weight
1430 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
850 kg
Trailer load without brakes
480 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3985 mm
Width
1665 mm
Height
1415 mm
Wheelbase
2475 mm
Front track
1413 mm
Rear track
1408 mm
Ground clearance
120 mm
Front overhang
810 mm
Rear overhang
700 mm
Turning circle
10.5 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
3
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type
Rear suspension
Torsion beam
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Tire size
155/65 R13
Rim size
5J x 13
ABS
no

Selected engine version

1.6 TD (70 KM)

Diesel fuel · 1983–1987

Engine power
70 KM
Torque
133 Nm
Engine displacement
1,588 cm³
Fuel type
Diesel fuel
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
14.5 s
Maximum speed
160 km/h
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Basic version information

Brand
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Version
Golf II (5-door)
Engine
1.6 TD (70 KM)
Engine type
Combustion engine
Number of doors
5
Start of production
1983
End of production
1987
Body type
Hatchback
Number of seats
5
Fuel type
Diesel fuel

Performance

Maximum speed
160 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
14.5 s
Fuel consumption - Urban cycle
6.1 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - Extra-urban cycle
4.3 l/100 km

Engine

Engine model / code
JR
Engine position
Front, Transverse
Engine displacement
1588 cm³
Fuel injection system
Wtrysk do komory wstępnego spalania
Engine type
Turbocharger
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine configuration
Inline
Number of cylinders
4
Cylinder bore
76.5 mm
Piston stroke
86.4 mm
Compression ratio
23
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Engine oil capacity
3 l
Coolant capacity
6.5 l
Power
70 KM @ 4500 obr./min
Torque
133 Nm @ 2600 obr./min

Volume and weight

Fuel tank
55 l
Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx)
0.34
Minimum trunk capacity
345 l
Maximum trunk capacity
1145 l
Curb weight
940 kg
Gross weight
1430 kg
Braked trailer load (12% slope start)
1000 kg
Trailer load without brakes
490 kg

Vehicle dimensions

Length
3985 mm
Width
1665 mm
Height
1415 mm
Wheelbase
2475 mm
Front track
1427 mm
Rear track
1422 mm
Ground clearance
120 mm
Front overhang
810 mm
Rear overhang
700 mm
Turning circle
10.5 m

Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension

Drive
Front-wheel drive
Number of gears
5
Front suspension
Independent McPherson type, Anti-roll bar
Rear suspension
Torsion beam
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Steering system
Rack-and-pinion
Tire size
175/70 R13
Rim size
5.5J x 13
ABS
no