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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 | — |
| MT | 1.2 TSI | 5 | 85 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.4 | 5 | 80 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 1.4 TSI DSG | 6 | 122 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 1.4 TSI DSG | 6 | 140 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 1.4 TSI DSG | 6 | 160 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 Automatic | 5 | 102 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 1.6 DSG | 7 | 102 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 BiFuel | 5 | 102 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | 1.6 TDI DSG | 5 | 105 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.8 TSI | 6 | 160 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.0 FSI Automatic | 6 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.0 TDI | 5 | 110 HP | Diesel | — |
| DCT | 2.0 TDI BMT DSG | 6 | 140 HP | Diesel | — |
| DCT | 2.0 TDI DSG | 6 | 140 HP | Diesel | — |
| DCT | 2.0 TSI DSG | 6 | 200 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.5 Tiptronic | 5 | 170 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | GTD 2.0 TDI DSG | 6 | 170 HP | Diesel | — |
| DCT | GTI 2.0 TSI DSG | 6 | 210 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | GTI Edition 35 2.0 TSI DSG | 6 | 235 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | R 2.0 TSI 4MOTION | 6 | 256 HP | Petrol | — |
| DCT | R 2.0 TSI 4MOTION DSG | 6 | 270 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 Hatchback with 20 engines (petrol, diesel), from 80 HP to 270 HP. The 1.4 (80 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 13.9 s, reaches a top speed of 172 km/h and is 4199 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 4199 mm long, 1786 mm wide, 1480 mm tall, with a 2578 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Volkswagen Golf?
The Volkswagen Golf 1.4 (80 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 13.9 s and has a top speed of 172 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Volkswagen Golf VI 5-door |
|---|---|
| Year | 2008–2012 |
| Platform | VW A Platform / PQ35 |
| Variant | 1.4 (80 Hp) |
| Body type | hatchback |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 5 |
| Emission standard | Euro 5 |
Power & torque
| Power | 80 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5000 rpm |
| Torque | 132 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 3800 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 172 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 13.9 s |
| 0–62 mph | 13.9 s |
Engine
| Engine code | CGGA |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1390 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 76.5 mm |
| Stroke | 75.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | dohc |
| Oil capacity | 3.2 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 | mq200 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | vw |
Dimensions
| Length | 4199 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1786 mm |
| Height | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2578 mm |
| Front track | 1541 mm |
| Rear track | 1514 mm |
| Boot space | 350 – 1305 L |
| Ground clearance | 150 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1142 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1750 kg |
| Max load | 608 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined (NEDC) | 6.4 L/100km |
|---|---|
| CO₂ (NEDC) | 149 g/km |
| Fuel tank | 55.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Independent Type Mcpherson Transverse Stabilizer |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Independent Multi Link Suspension Transverse Stabilizer |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | disc |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tire size | 195/65 R 15 |
| Wheel rims | 6 J x 15 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 14.3 kg/Hp, 70.1 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 8.7 kg/Nm, 115.6 Nm/tonne |
| Max roof load | 75 kg |
Other
| Start Of Production | 2008 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2012 |
| Width Including Mirrors | 2048 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.