Volkswagen Golf I · Cabrio · 1974–1993

Volkswagen Golf 1.6 MT 72 HP

GasolineManual, 5 gearsAll drive
Power
180 hp · 132 kW
Torque
237 Nm
0–100 km/h
8.0 s
Fuel consumption
9.8 l/100 km
On a full tank
~610 km

Consumption and performance

manufacturer data
Acceleration 0–100 km/h
8 s
Fuel tank
60 l

Engine

BP turbo · 1,839 cm³
Engine type
Gasoline
Engine code
BP turbo
Displacement
1,839 cm³
Max power
132 kW / 180 hp
Torque
237 Nm at 3000 rpm
Fuel
A95
Fuel system
Multipoint injection
Turbo
Turbo
Engine position
In front
Cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
4
Valvetrain
DOHC
Bore
83 mm
Stroke
85 mm
Compression ratio
8.2

Transmission

Drive
All
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
5

Dimensions and capacity

Body code BG · class C
Body type
Hatchback
Doors
5
Seats
5
Length
3,995 mm
Width
1,675 mm
Height
1,350 mm
Wheelbase
2,450 mm
Front track
1,435 mm
Rear track
1,430 mm
Ground clearance
150 mm
Kerb weight
1,160 kg

Wheels, brakes and chassis

Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Front suspension
Independent, coil spring
Rear suspension
Independent, coil spring