Volkswagen Golf VII (5-door) 1.4 TSI (122 Hp) DSG

Volkswagen Golf:

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VII (5-door) Overview:

Volkswagen Golf (VII (5-door)). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.2 l/100km). Weighing only 1249 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 9.3 s). The top speed reaches 203 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

People's Opinions:

Our robots surveyed the comments on Reddit to find out people's satisfaction with Volkswagen Golf. About 201 comments were scanned, 54 comments (26.87% of the total comments) were positive, compared to 23 negative comments (11.44% of the total comments). The remaining 124 comments were neutral (did not mention any praise or criticism) (%neutralPercentag%% of the total comments), and thus it received a rating of 1 stars out of 5.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• Decent ICE technology.
• Efficient fuel consumption: 4.9 L/100 km combined.
• Front-wheel drive offers efficiency and lower weight.
• Independent suspension (front: Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar, rear: Coil spring, Torsion) for comfort and handling.
• Ventilated front brakes improve stopping power under load.
• Rack-and-pinion steering for precise control.
• ABS improves braking safety.
• Electric power steering improves efficiency and feel.
• Generous trunk space: 1270 L.
• Reasonable curb weight (1130 kg).
• High payload capacity:590 kg.
• Towing without brakes:600 kg.
• Tight turning circle of 10.9 m for easy maneuvering.
• Adequate ground clearance (142 mm).

Cons:

• Underpowered ICE: only 85 hp.
• Low specific output ( 71 hp/L) suggests less efficient ICE tuning.
• Sluggish ICE-only acceleration: 11.9 sec.
• Only meets Euro 5, newer models meet Euro 6+.
• Sluggish 0–100 km/h time: 11.9 sec.
• Weak weight-to-power: ≈ 75.2 hp/tonne.
• Low weight-to-torque: ≈ 140.8 Nm/tonne.
• Limited towing: 1100 kg with brakes (12%).
• Over 9 years old design.

Based on the pros and cons, the car is rated 3/5

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VI (3-door): 2011 - 2013).

General:

  Brand: Volkswagen
  Model: Golf
  Generation: VII (5-door)
  Modification (Engine): 1.4 TSI (122 Hp) DSG
  Start of production: 2012
  End of production: 2014
  Powertrain Architecture: Internal Combustion engine
  Body type: Hatchback
  Seats: 5
  Doors: 5

Engine:

  Power: 122 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower
  Power per litre: 87.5 Hp/l [43mm more.]
  Torque: 200 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm.
  Engine Model/Code: CXSA More details about the engine CXSA
  Engine displacement: 1395
  Number of cylinders: 4
  Engine configuration: Inline
  Fuel injection system: Direct injection
  Engine aspiration: Turbocharger, Intercooler
  Engine oil capacity: 4 l
  Engine layout: Front, Transverse

Performance:

  Fuel Type: Petrol (Gasoline)
  Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: 6.2 l/100 km
  Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: 4.3 l/100 km
  Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: 5 l/100 km
  Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: 9.3 sec
  Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: 9.3 sec
  Maximum speed: 203 km/h
  Weight-to-power ratio: 10.2 kg/Hp, 97.7 Hp/tonne
  Weight-to-torque ratio: 6.2 kg/Nm, 160.1 Nm/tonne
  Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: 8.8 sec

Space:

  Kerb Weight: 1249
  Max. weight: 1750
  Max load: 501
  Trunk (boot) space - maximum: 1270 l
  Trunk (boot) space - minimum: 380 l
  Fuel tank capacity: 50 l

Size:

  Length: 4255 mm [43mm more.]
  Width: 1799 mm [13mm more.]
  Height: 1452 mm [17mm less.]
  Wheelbase: 2637 mm [59mm more.]
  Front track: 1549 mm
  Rear (Back) track: 1520 mm
  Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): 10.9 m [above average]

Powertrain:

  Drivetrain Architecture: The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
  Drive wheel: Front wheel drive
  Number of gears: 7
  Transmission type: Automatic
  Gearbox type: DSG
  Front brakes: Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
  Assisting systems: ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
  Steering type: Steering rack and pinion
  Power steering: Electric Steering