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Volkswagen Golf 1.8 CL

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 1.8 CL
Year1991
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power76.00 PS (56 kW or 75 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque152.00 Nm (15.5 kgf-m or 112.1 ft.lbs)
Bore x stroke81.0 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed168.0 km/h (104.4 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)14.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0756 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1005 kg (2,215.6 pounds)
Overall length4030 mm (158.7 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)
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