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The 1996 Volkswagen Golf Base is a front-wheel drive, 2-door Convertible that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The Volkswagen Golf is regarded as a small Car built in Germany with prices starting at $59,850 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Golf is powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine that has 85 kW of power (at 5400 rpm) and 166 Nm of torque (at 3200 rpm) via a Four-speed Automatic transmission. It has a 55L fuel tank
The Volkswagen Golf measures 1400mm (55.1 inches) in height, 4020mm (158.3 inches) in length, 1695mm (66.7 inches) in width with a 2475mm (97.4 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1280kg (2821.9 lbs) of unladen weight. The Golf Base comes standard with 185/60 R14 front tyres and 185/60 R14 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
59.46 - 99.61 kW/t
59.46 kW/t
99.61 kW/t
Boot Space
270 - 320 litres
270 litres
320 litres
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 - 3 years
1 year
6 years
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Dimensions
4,020 mm
1,695 mm
1,400 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,020 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,695 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,400 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,475 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,000 mm |
| Load Capacity | 340 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Golf Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
Standard Met: 96eec
Engine
Bore Engine: 82.5
Engine (cc): 1984
Compression Ratio: 10.4
Engine Configuration: In-Line
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 System
Ignition Type: Full Management Control System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Type: Main
Clock
Type: Digital
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instrument Cluster
Type: Analog
Odometer
Number of Odometers: 1
Oil Pressure
Type: Warning Light
Oil Temperature
Type: Digital Display
Water Temperature
Type: Gauge
Fuel Consumption
EU 96 Combined (L/100km): 9.5
EU 96 Combined (mpg): 25
EU 96 Country Highway (L/100km): 7.1
EU 96 Country Highway (mpg): 33
EU 96 Standard: Eu 96
EU 96 Urban (L/100km): 13.7
EU 96 Urban (mpg): 17
Fuel Economy
EU 96 Std Combined (L/100km): 9.5
EU 96 Std Country (L/100km): 7.1
EU 96 Urban (L/100km): 13.7
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 12.3
Maximum Speed (km/h): 190
Maximum Speed (mph): 118
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 115
Maximum Power (kW): 85
Maximum Torque (lb ft): 122
Maximum Torque (Nm): 166
Measurement Standard: DIN
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3200
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Lock Up Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 4
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 2
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Rigid
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Front Wheels Tire Width: 185
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: H
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 185
Wheels
Front Covers: Partial
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 14
Front Wheels Rim Type: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6
Rear Covers: Partial
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 14
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6
Body Style
Body Type: Convertible
Local Body Type: Convertible
Spoiler
Front Spoiler Colour: Black
Location: Front
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Area Dimensions
Standard Measurement: VDA
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (cu ft): 15.8
Rear Seat Down to Lower Window (L): 448
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 9.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 270
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 10000
Front Track (in): 57.6
Front Track (mm): 1464
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 32.8
Overall Height (in): 55.1
Overall Height (mm): 1400
Overall Length (in): 158.3
Overall Length (mm): 4020
Overall Width (in): 66.7
Overall Width (mm): 1695
Rear Track (in): 56.2
Rear Track (mm): 1428
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.1
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10700
Wheelbase (in): 97.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2475
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 37.5
Front Headroom (mm): 952
Rear Headroom (in): 36.6
Rear Headroom (mm): 930
Front Hip Room (in): 56.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1440
Rear Hip Room (in): 46.5
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1182
Front Leg Room (in): 41.4
Front Leg Room (mm): 1052
Rear Leg Room (in): 31.7
Rear Leg Room (mm): 805
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.1
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1373
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 37.9
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 962
Exterior Door Handles
Color: Black
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Configuration: Twin
Paint
Type: Gloss
Convertible Roof
Roof Soft Operation: Manual
Roof Soft Type: Soft
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Internally Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Internally Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Front Power Windows: yes
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Number of Rear Express Power Windows: 2
Safety Operation for Rear Power Windows: yes
Sun Visors
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Number of Windshield Wiper Speeds: 2
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1200
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 2646
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 500
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1102
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1620
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3572
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1280
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2822
Antenna
Type: Telescopic
Audio System
Cassette Player: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Ashtray
Illuminated Front Ashtray: yes
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Door Panel Trim
Material: Partial Cloth
Floor Covering
Load Area: Carpet
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Rear Seat Belts
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Vinyl
Main Seat Material: Cloth
Seating
Capacity: 4
Console
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Storage: Open
Dashboard Type: Full
Location: Floor
Floor Storage: Open
Floor Type: Full
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Glove Compartment
Lockable: yes
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Ventilation System
Number of Fan Speeds: 4
Rear Seat Heater Ducts: yes
Power Locks
Operation: key
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