- Home
- Showroom
- Volkswagen
- Golf
- 1996
- Powertrain And Performance
Volkswagen Golf
Powertrain & Performance
Explore the powertrain & performance of Volkswagen Golf
Showing 2 Configurations
Base
2L, 5-speed manual, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, FWD
Base
2L, 4-speed auto, 2-door Convertible, Petrol, FWD
Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Catalytic Converter
Type: 3-Way
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Adr 79/01
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: Adr 79/01
Engine
Automatic Valve Adjustment: yes
Engine Block Composition: Cast Iron
Bore Engine: 82.5
Engine (cc): 1984
Compression Ratio: 10.4
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Head Composition: Light Alloy
Engine (L): 2
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 2
Engine Orientation: Transverse
Stroke Engine: 92.8
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Engine
Automatic Valve Adjustment: yes
Engine Block Composition: Cast Iron
Bore Engine: 82.5
Engine (cc): 1984
Compression Ratio: 10.4
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Head Composition: Light Alloy
Engine (L): 2
Engine Location: Front
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 2
Engine Orientation: Transverse
Stroke Engine: 92.8
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Unleaded
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Electronic
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel System
Ignition Type: Electronic
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Number of Functions: 6
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Number of Functions: 6
Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
EU 83 Combined (L/100km): 6.2
EU 83 Combined (mpg): 38
EU 83 Country Highway (L/100km): 8.1
EU 83 Country Highway (mpg): 29
EU 83 Standard: Eu 83
EU 83 Urban (L/100km): 10.5
EU 83 Urban (mpg): 22
Fuel Consumption
EU 83 Combined (L/100km): 6.8
EU 83 Combined (mpg): 35
EU 83 Country Highway (L/100km): 8.1
EU 83 Country Highway (mpg): 29
EU 83 Standard: Eu 83
EU 83 Urban (L/100km): 11.1
EU 83 Urban (mpg): 21
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 11.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 194
Maximum Speed (mph): 121
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 11.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 194
Maximum Speed (mph): 121
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 116
Maximum Power (kW): 85
Maximum Torque (Nm): 166
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3200
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 116
Maximum Power (kW): 85
Maximum Torque (Nm): 166
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3200
Fuel Economy
EU 83 At 120 km/h 75 mph: 8.1
EU 83 At 90 km/h 56 mph: 6.2
EU 83 City (L/100km): 10.5
EU 83 City (mpg): 22
Fuel Economy
EU 83 At 120 km/h 75 mph: 8.1
EU 83 At 90 km/h 56 mph: 6.8
EU 83 City (L/100km): 11.1
EU 83 City (mpg): 21
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Number of Speeds: 5
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Transmission
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 4
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Automatic
# Based on VFACTS and EVC data
† Displayed prices are based on the drive-away price of the vehicle, which includes delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, and applicable road taxes, based on a Sydney location. However, prices may vary between states and territories, and additional costs such as compulsory third party (CTP) insurance, dealer delivery fees, and optional extras are not included. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.