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1.4L, 7-speed manual, 5-door Station Wagon, Petrol, FWD
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Volkswagen Golf Base (2015) price & specs
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Overview
The 2015 Volkswagen Golf Base is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Station Wagon that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 2015 classified as a Mkvii. The Volkswagen Golf is regarded as a Small Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $25,840 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Golf is powered by a 1.4L 4-cylinder engine that has 90 kW of power (at 5000 rpm) and 200 Nm of torque (at 1400 rpm) via a 7 SP MANUAL transmission. Volkswagen claims the Golf Base uses 5.3L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 123g of CO2. It has a 50L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 943km per full tank
The Volkswagen Golf measures 1496mm (58.9 inches) in height, 4657mm (183.3 inches) in length, 1799mm (70.8 inches) in width with a 2620mm (103.1 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1357kg (2991.7 lbs) of unladen weight. The Golf Base comes standard with 195/65 R15 front tyres and 195/65 R15 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
66.32 - 140.61 kW/t
59.78 kW/t
170.42 kW/t
Boot Space
250 - 605 litres
250 litres
625 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.7 - 7.3 L/100km
1.6 L/100km
9.2 L/100km
Vehicle Range
753 - 1,064 km
566 km
1,368 km
Price
$21,490 - $55,240
$19,290
$75,800
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
4 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 year
1 year
4 years
Service Interval
12 months
6 months
12 months
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,900 - 1,990 kg
1,735 kg
2,050 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
1,400 - 1,600 kg
600 kg
1,800 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
139 - 142 mm
98 mm
165 mm
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Dimensions
4,657 mm
1,799 mm
1,496 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,657 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,799 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,496 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,620 mm |
| Load Capacity | 543 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Golf Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
Australia Air Pollution Rating: 7.5
Australia Greenhouse Rating: 8.0
Australia Overall Emission Control Level Rating: 4.5
CO2 Level (Combined): 123
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 74.5
Engine (cc): 1395
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.4
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 80.0
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 95
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 95
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 13.2
Main Capacity (L): 50
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 11.0
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Number of Screens: 1
Screen Size (in): 5.8
Touch Screen: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 943
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 586
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 18.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 53
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 44
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 21.7
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.6
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 61
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 51
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 15.4
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 6.5
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 44
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 36
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.3
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 9.7
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 122
Maximum Power (kW): 90
Maximum Torque (Nm): 200
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1400
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Front
Front Type: Electronic
Transmission
Automatic Mode: yes
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 195
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 91
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: T
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 195
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.5
Body Style
Body Type: Station Wagon
Local Body Type: Station Wagon
Platform Code: MQB
Wheelbase Type: Short
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: ISO
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 57.2
Rear Seat Down (L): 1620
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 21.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 605
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 61.0
Front Track (mm): 1550
Overall Height (in): 58.9
Overall Height (mm): 1496
Overall Length (in): 183.3
Overall Length (mm): 4657
Overall Width (in): 70.8
Overall Width (mm): 1799
Rear Track (in): 59.9
Rear Track (mm): 1522
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.8
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10900
Wheelbase (in): 103.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2620
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.6
Front Headroom (mm): 981
Rear Headroom (in): 38.6
Rear Headroom (mm): 980
Front Hip Room (in): 57.8
Front Hip Room (mm): 1469
Rear Hip Room (in): 56.7
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1441
Front Leg Room (in): 41.2
Front Leg Room (mm): 1046
Rear Leg Room (in): 35.6
Rear Leg Room (mm): 903
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Height Adjustment: Manual
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
External Colour: Silver
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1900
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4189
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1357
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2992
Tare Weight (kg): 1312
Audio System
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
USB (Front): yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Automatic Parking
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Alloy Look
Gear Selector: Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 7
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Cloth
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 5
Configuration: 2+3
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Manual
Power Locks
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Variable Distance Period: yes
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