What are the VW Golf specs?

The VW Golf specs vary by model year, but generally include a range of engine options from 1.0L to 2.0L, horsepower ranging from 110 to 300 hp, and features like front-wheel drive, advanced safety systems, and various infotainment options.

How much HP is a VW Golf?

The horsepower of a VW Golf varies by model, typically ranging from 147 to 288 HP.

Is the Volkswagen Golf a fast car?

The Volkswagen Golf can be considered fast, especially the GTI and R models, which offer sporty performance.

Is Golf GTI or R faster?

The Golf R is faster than the Golf GTI.

Volkswagen Golf 2025 Specs Comparison By Trims: Engine, Dimensions, Interior&Exterior

Volkswagen Golf Specifications Comparison By Trims

10 Cars Hide common specs	Volkswagen Golf 2018 1.4L SELQAR 85,900	Volkswagen Golf 2018 GTI Package 1QAR 85,900	Volkswagen Golf 2018 GTI Package 2 (Full Option)QAR 85,900	Volkswagen Golf 2018 GTI ClubsportQAR 151,000	Volkswagen Golf 2018 2.0L SE R (290 HP)QAR 151,000	Volkswagen Golf 2018 GTI SportQAR 142,900	Volkswagen Golf 2018 R SELQAR 151,000	Volkswagen Golf 2018 1.2L SEQAR 85,900	Volkswagen Golf 2018 1.2L SQAR 85,900	Volkswagen Golf 2018 R SportQAR 151,000

10 Cars Hide common specs	Volkswagen Golf 2018 1.4L SELQAR 85,900	Volkswagen Golf 2018 GTI Package 1QAR 85,900	Volkswagen Golf 2018 GTI Package 2 (Full Option)QAR 85,900	Volkswagen Golf 2018 GTI ClubsportQAR 151,000	Volkswagen Golf 2018 2.0L SE R (290 HP)QAR 151,000	Volkswagen Golf 2018 GTI SportQAR 142,900	Volkswagen Golf 2018 R SELQAR 151,000	Volkswagen Golf 2018 1.2L SEQAR 85,900	Volkswagen Golf 2018 1.2L SQAR 85,900	Volkswagen Golf 2018 R SportQAR 151,000
Engine
Engine capacity(L)	1.4 L	2.0 L	2.0 L	2.0 L	2.0 L	0.0 L	2.0 L	1.2 L	2.0 L	2.0 L
Fuel Type	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline	Gasoline
Horsepower (BHP)	150 BHP	230 BHP	230 BHP	290 BHP	290 BHP	220 BHP	280 BHP	110 BHP	105 BHP	280 BHP
Torque (N-m)	250	350	350	380	380	350	380	175	175	380
Dimensions
Seating Capacity	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater	5 Seater
Length	4255	4268	4268	4213	4384	4213	4213	4255	4213	4213
Width	1790	1790	1790	1786	1699	1786	1786	1790	1786	1786
Height	1452	1442	1442	1493	1466	1493	1493	1452	1493	1493
Wheelbase	2637	2631	2631	2578	2552	2578	2578	2637	2578	2578
Trunk Capacity	380	380	380	275	343	275	275	380	275	275
Engine / Motor
Maximum speed (km/h)	216	248	248	250	250	244	250	196	192	250
No. of Cylinders	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4	4
Fuel Economy
Fuel Economy (Km/L)	21.3	15.9	15.9	14.5	14.1	15.6	11.8	20.4	20.8	11.8
Fuel Tank Capacity	50	50	50	50	55	60	60	50	60	60
Technologies
Tire Pressure Monitoring Display	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓
Drive Computer	✓	✓	✓		✓			✓
Cruise Control Switch on Steering	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓
Power Steering	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓
Cruise Control	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓
Trip Computer	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓
Hill Assist (HAC)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓
Moving Object Detection System			✓		✓
Road Sign Assist			✓
Adaptive Cruise Control			✓
Parallel Parking Assist			✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Automatic Headlight Range Control			✓		✓
Cornering Assist			✓		✓
Headlight Washers			✓		✓
Intelligent Key			✓		✓
Navigation System			✓		✓		✓
Lock and Unlock Sensing Auto Electric Folding Mirror					✓
Exterior
Wheels - Alloy	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓
Roof Spoiler	✓	✓	✓		✓					✓
Rear Wiper	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓			✓
Power Mirrors	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓
High Mount Stop Lamp	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓		✓
Headlamps - Halogen	✓	✓				✓	✓	✓		✓
Footwell Lights	✓	✓	✓		✓		✓	✓
Rear Fog Lamp	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓		✓
Front Fog lights	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓
Electric Sunroof	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓
Auto Headlamps	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓
Chrome Plated Radiator Grille	✓							✓
LED Taillights		✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓
Cornering Lights		✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓
Xenon Headlamps		✓
Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror		✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓
Sports Exhaust System			✓		✓
Rear Spoiler			✓		✓		✓		✓
Rain Sensing Wiper			✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓
Panoramic Sunroof			✓	✓		✓	✓			✓
LED Headlights			✓		✓
LED Fog Lights			✓		✓
Illuminated Door Sills			✓		✓
Adaptive Headlights			✓		✓
Power Windows				✓
Bi-Xenon Headlamps						✓	✓			✓
Interior
Front Reading Lamps	✓	✓	✓		✓			✓		✓
Front Armrest	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓
Interior Central Locking	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓
Seat Adjustment - Manual	✓	✓						✓	✓
Automatic AC	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓			✓
Center Arm Rest	✓	✓	✓		✓			✓	✓
Center Console Box	✓								✓
Leather Seats	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓
Leather Gear Shift Lever	✓		✓						✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓		✓	✓
Radio	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓
Odometer	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓
Power Windows - Front and Rear	✓	✓	✓		✓		✓	✓		✓
Foldable Rear Seats with 60:40 Split	✓	✓	✓		✓		✓	✓		✓
Rear Pockets	✓		✓		✓			✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓	✓		✓			✓	✓
Electronic Handbrake	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓		✓
Power Outlets	✓	✓	✓		✓			✓
In-car Vanity Mirror	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓
Cup Holder	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓		✓	✓
Fabric Seats		✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓
Scuff Plate		✓	✓		✓
Alloy Pedals		✓	✓
Seat Adjustment - Electric			✓	✓	✓		✓			✓
Heated Seats			Driver Seat
Lumbar Support - Manual			✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓
Leather Covered Door Armrest			✓		✓
Ambient Lighting			✓	✓		✓	✓			✓
Foldable Rear Seats				✓					✓
Glove Box Cooler					✓				✓
Rear AC Vents					✓
Sport Pedals					✓
Manual AC								✓
Leather Hand Brake									✓
Cigar Lighter									✓
Comfort
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓
Electronic Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓
Rear Defogger	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓
Push Button Start	✓		✓	✓	✓		✓			✓
Temperature Display	✓	✓	✓		✓		✓			✓
Keyless Entry	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓
Welcome Light	✓	✓	✓		✓			✓
Rear Camera	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓
Steering Adjustment	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓
Seats - Comfort		✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓
Safety
Anti-Theft Alarm System	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓			✓
Auto Door Lock	✓		✓		✓			✓		✓
Door Mirrors with Side Turn Signal	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓			✓
Parking Sensors - Front and Rear	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓
EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓
ABS	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓
Child Seat Interface (ISOFIX)	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓	✓	✓
Active braking	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓
Active Understeer Control (AUC)		✓	✓		✓
Speed Limiter		✓	✓	✓	✓					✓
Seatbelt pretensioner - Front Only		✓	✓	✓	✓		✓		✓	✓
Acceleration Skid Control			✓	✓	✓
Collision Detection			✓
Blind Spot Warning			✓
Lane Departure Warning			✓
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)				✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓
Knee Bag - Driver									✓
Chassis & Steering
Drive Type	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	All Wheel Drive
Adaptive Suspension Package			✓		✓
Transmission
Transmission type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic
Torsen Limited Slip Differential		✓	✓		✓
Paddle Shifters		✓	✓		✓
Differential Lock									✓
Infotainment
USB	✓	✓	✓		✓		✓	✓		✓
SD Card	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓		✓
MP3	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓
AUX	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓
Touchscreen	✓	✓	✓		✓		✓	✓		✓
Multi Information Display	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓
Bluetooth	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓		✓	✓		✓
iPod Interface		✓	✓	✓	✓	✓	✓			✓
Voice Recognition Control System			✓		✓
Premium Brand Audio System			✓
CD Player				✓	✓		✓			✓
Touch Screen Size					✓
DVD					✓
Wheels/brakes
Disc Brakes - Front									✓

⋅configuration information is for reference only, please refer to the actual vehicle for specifics.

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FAQs about Volkswagen Golf

The VW Golf specs vary by model year, but generally include a range of engine options from 1.0L to 2.0L, horsepower ranging from 110 to 300 hp, and features like front-wheel drive, advanced safety systems, and various infotainment options.
The horsepower of a VW Golf varies by model, typically ranging from 147 to 288 HP.
The Volkswagen Golf can be considered fast, especially the GTI and R models, which offer sporty performance.
The Golf R is faster than the Golf GTI.

Volkswagen Golf Specifications Comparison By Trims

Engine

Dimensions

Engine / Motor

Fuel Economy

Technologies

Exterior

Interior

Comfort

Safety

Chassis & Steering

Transmission

Infotainment

Wheels/brakes

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FAQs about Volkswagen Golf

What are the VW Golf specs?

How much HP is a VW Golf?

Is the Volkswagen Golf a fast car?

Is Golf GTI or R faster?