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Volkswagen Golf Typ 17 (1974–1994) Specs

Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.

Gen 1 1974 - 1994 Typ 17 Hatchback
Volkswagen Golf
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Volkswagen Golf Typ 17 overview

The Volkswagen Golf (Typ 17) is the 1st generation of the Golf, built from 1974 to 1994. It is offered as a Hatchback with 15 engines (diesel, petrol), from 50 HP to 112 HP. The 1.6 TD (70 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 13.5 s, reaches a top speed of 155 km/h and is 3723 mm long.

How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Golf have?

The Volkswagen Golf (Typ 17) has 50 HP to 112 HP, depending on the engine: 1.5 Ea827 (50 HP), 1.1 Ea111 (50 HP), 1.1 (50 HP), 1.1 Ea111 (52 HP), 1.6 Ea827 (54 HP), 1.3 Ea111 (60 HP), 1.6 Ea827 (70 HP), 1.5 Ea827 (70 HP), 1.6 Ea827 (72 HP), 1.6 Ea827 (75 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (90 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (95 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (98 HP), 1.6 Ea827 (110 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (112 HP).

What engines are available for the Volkswagen Golf?

The Volkswagen Golf is available with 15 engines: 1.5 Ea827 (50 HP, diesel), 1.1 Ea111 (50 HP, petrol), 1.1 (50 HP, petrol), 1.1 Ea111 (52 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea827 (54 HP, diesel), 1.3 Ea111 (60 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea827 (70 HP, diesel), 1.5 Ea827 (70 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea827 (72 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea827 (75 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (90 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (95 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (98 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea827 (110 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (112 HP, petrol).

What are the dimensions of the Volkswagen Golf?

The Volkswagen Golf is 3723 mm long, 1610 mm wide, 1410 mm tall, with a 2400 mm wheelbase.

How fast is the Volkswagen Golf?

The Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TD (70 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 13.5 s and has a top speed of 155 km/h.

Advanced Specs

Overview

Generation Volkswagen Golf I 5-door
Year 1982–1983
Platform VW A Platform / A1
Variant 1.6 TD (70 Hp)
Body type hatchback
Engine type Fuel
Fuel type Diesel
Seats 5
Doors 5

Power & torque

Power 70 HP
Power @ max rpm 4500 rpm
Torque 130 Nm
Torque @ max rpm 2600 rpm

Performance

Top speed 155 km/h
0–100 km/h 13.5 s
0–62 mph 13.5 s

Engine

Engine code CY
Displacement 1588 cc
Cylinders 4
Configuration inline
Bore 79.5 mm
Stroke 80.0 mm
Compression ratio 23.5
Valves per cylinder 2
Injection system Precombustion Chamber Injection
Aspiration turbocharger
Oil capacity 3.5 L
Engine layout Front Transverse

Drivetrain & transmission

Drive Front Wheel Drive
Powertrain architecture Internal Combustion Engine
Drivetrain architecture The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle
Gearbox type manual
Gears 5
Gearbox code 020
Gearbox manufacturer vw

Dimensions

Length 3723 mm
Width 1610 mm
Height 1410 mm
Wheelbase 2400 mm
Front track 1390 mm
Rear track 1350 mm
Boot space 368 – 1102 L
Ground clearance 125 mm
Turning circle 10.5 m

Mass

Kerb weight 850 kg
Max weight 1270 kg
Max load 420 kg

Consumption & emissions

Fuel tank 40.0 L

Chassis & brakes

Front suspension Independent Type Mcpherson
Rear suspension Coil Spring Torsion
Front brakes disc
Rear brakes drum
Steering type Steering Rack And Pinion
Tire size 175/70 R13
Wheel rims 13

Efficiency ratios

Weight-to-power 12.1 kg/Hp, 82.4 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque 6.5 kg/Nm, 152.9 Nm/tonne

Other

Start Of Production 1982
End Of Production 1983

Performance

Engine speed (1k/rpm)

Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.

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