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Volkswagen Golf Typ 5K (2008–2015) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DCT | 1.2 TSI DSG | 6 | 105 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 1.4 TSI DSG | 6 | 122 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 1.4 TSI DSG | 6 | 160 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 1.6 TDI DSG | 5 | 105 HP | Diesel | — |
| DCT | 2.0 TDI BMT DSG | 6 | 140 HP | Diesel | — |
| DCT | GTI 2.0 TSI DSG | 6 | 210 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | R 2.0 TSI DSG | 6 | 265 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Volkswagen Golf Typ 5K overview
The Volkswagen Golf (Typ 5K) is the 6th generation of the Golf, built from 2008 to 2015. It is offered as a Cabriolet with 20 engines (petrol, diesel), from 80 HP to 270 HP. The 1.6 TDI (105 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.1 s, reaches a top speed of 188 km/h and is 4246 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Golf have?
The Volkswagen Golf (Typ 5K) has 80 HP to 270 HP, depending on the engine: 1.4 Ea111 (80 HP), 1.2 Ea111 (85 HP), 1.6 Ea113 (102 HP), 1.6 Ea189 (105 HP), 1.2 Ea111 (105 HP), 2.0 Ea189 (110 HP), 1.4 Ea111 (122 HP), 2.0 Ea189 (140 HP), 1.4 Ea111 (140 HP), 2.0 Ea113 (150 HP), 1.4 Ea111 (160 HP), 1.8 Ea888 (160 HP), 2.0 Ea189 (170 HP), 2.5 Ea855 (170 HP), 2.0 Ea888 (200 HP), 2.0 Ea888 (210 HP), 2.0 Ea113 (235 HP), 2.0 Ea113 (256 HP), 2.0 Ea113 (265 HP), 2.0 Ea113 (270 HP).
What engines are available for the Volkswagen Golf?
The Volkswagen Golf is available with 20 engines: 1.4 Ea111 (80 HP, petrol), 1.2 Ea111 (85 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea113 (102 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea189 (105 HP, diesel), 1.2 Ea111 (105 HP, petrol), 2.0 Ea189 (110 HP, diesel), 1.4 Ea111 (122 HP, petrol), 2.0 Ea189 (140 HP, diesel), 1.4 Ea111 (140 HP, petrol), 2.0 Ea113 (150 HP, petrol), 1.4 Ea111 (160 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea888 (160 HP, petrol), 2.0 Ea189 (170 HP, diesel), 2.5 Ea855 (170 HP, petrol), 2.0 Ea888 (200 HP, petrol), 2.0 Ea888 (210 HP, petrol), 2.0 Ea113 (235 HP, petrol), 2.0 Ea113 (256 HP, petrol), 2.0 Ea113 (265 HP, petrol), 2.0 Ea113 (270 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Volkswagen Golf?
The Volkswagen Golf is 4246 mm long, 1782 mm wide, 1423 mm tall, with a 2578 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Volkswagen Golf?
The Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI (105 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.1 s and has a top speed of 188 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Volkswagen Golf VI Cabriolet |
|---|---|
| Year | 2011–2015 |
| Platform | VW A Platform / PQ35 |
| Variant | 1.6 TDI (105 Hp) |
| Body type | cabriolet |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 2 |
| Emission standard | Euro 5 |
Power & torque
| Power | 105 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 4400 rpm |
| Torque | 250 Nm |
| Torque @ min rpm | 1500 rpm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 2500 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 188 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 12.1 s |
| 0–62 mph | 12.1 s |
Engine
| Engine code | CAYC |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1598 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Compression ratio | 16.5 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Injection system | Diesel Commonrail |
| Aspiration | Turbocharger Intercooler |
| Oil capacity | 4.3 L |
| Engine layout | Front Transverse |
| Engine systems | Particulate Filter |
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 | mq250 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | vw |
Dimensions
| Length | 4246 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1782 mm |
| Height | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2578 mm |
| Front track | 1535 mm |
| Rear track | 1508 mm |
| Boot space | 250 L |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1498 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1920 kg |
| Max load | 422 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 4.8 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 4.3 L/100km |
| CO₂ emissions | 125 g/km |
| Fuel tank | 55.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
|---|---|
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Tire size | 205/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims | 6.5J x 16 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 14.3 kg/Hp, 70.1 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 6 kg/Nm, 166.9 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 2011 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2015 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.