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Trendline
Overview
The 2012 Volkswagen Golf Trendline is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the New Zealand market on 3rd August 2011. The Volkswagen Golf is regarded as a small Car built in Germany with prices starting at $38,500 before on-road costs.
This Volkswagen Golf is powered by a 1.2L 4-cylinder engine that has 77 kW of power (at 5000 rpm) and 175 Nm of torque (at 1550 rpm) via a 7 SP MANUAL transmission. Volkswagen claims the Golf Trendline uses 5.8L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 134g of CO2. It has a 55L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 948km per full tank
The Volkswagen Golf measures 1480mm (58.3 inches) in height, 4199mm (165.3 inches) in length, 1786mm (70.3 inches) in width with a 2575mm (101.4 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1189kg (2621.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The Golf Trendline comes standard with 195/65 Rnull front tyres and 195/65 Rnull rear tyres. It has a 36 month, unlimited km warranty.
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Power to Weight
55.36 - 135.74 kW/t
52.15 kW/t
151.52 kW/t
Boot Space
350 - 505 litres
260 litres
675 litres
Fuel Efficiency
4.2 - 8.4 L/100km
3.9 L/100km
9.1 L/100km
Vehicle Range
655 - 1,310 km
170 km
1,310 km
Warranty (Years)
2 - 3 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
96,560 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
2 - 3 years
1 year
6 years
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Dimensions
4,199 mm
1,786 mm
1,480 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,199 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,786 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,480 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,575 mm |
| Load Capacity | 631 mm |
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Explore Volkswagen Golf Features & Specs
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 134
Standard Met: EU5
Engine
Bore Engine: 71.0
Engine (cc): 1197
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine (L): 1.2
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 2
Stroke Engine: 75.6
Valve Gear Type: Overhead Cam
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: Gasoline Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 14.5
Main Capacity (L): 55
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 12.1
Main Type: Main
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Display Screen
Location: ?
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 948
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 589
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 17.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 5.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 49
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 41
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 20.4
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 4.9
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 58
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 48
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 13.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 7.3
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 39
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 32
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 5.8
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.6
Maximum Speed (km/h): 190
Maximum Speed (mph): 118
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 105
Maximum Power (kW): 77
Maximum Torque (Nm): 175
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 5000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1550
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
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
Multi Function: yes
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
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
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
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 Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Official Brochure Tire Size: yes
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: Steel
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Steel
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6.0
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Platform Code: Pq35
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 46.1
Rear Seat Down (L): 1305
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 12.4
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 350
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 60.7
Front Track (mm): 1541
Overall Height (in): 58.3
Overall Height (mm): 1480
Overall Length (in): 165.3
Overall Length (mm): 4199
Overall Width (in): 70.3
Overall Width (mm): 1786
Rear Track (in): 59.6
Rear Track (mm): 1514
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 35.8
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10900
Wheelbase (in): 101.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2575
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 38.9
Front Headroom (mm): 987
Rear Headroom (in): 38.5
Rear Headroom (mm): 979
Front Hip Room (in): 57.0
Front Hip Room (mm): 1447
Rear Hip Room (in): 55.9
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1420
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
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Paint
Type: Metallic
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof One Touch Opening: yes
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
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 Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
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 Tilting for Reverse: Not Installed
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Tinted Glass
Location: Cabin
Cabin Privacy Glass: yes
Location: Rear
Rear Privacy Glass: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 1500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 3307
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 630
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1389
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1820
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4012
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1189
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2621
Tare Weight (kg): 856
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio System
ARI/EON: yes
Brand Name: Manufacturer'S Own
CD Player Reads MP3: yes
Front-Rear Fader: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
RDS: yes
System Type: Stereo
Watts Per Channel: 20
Disc Player
Capacity: 6
Location: Centre Console
Dashboard Capacity: 6
Location: Dashboard
Dashboard Media Type: CD
External Connections
Aux Jack (Front): yes
MP3 Devices Connection: yes
WMA Devices Connection: yes
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 8
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Rigid
Bluetooth
Type: Bluetooth
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 Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Phone: yes
Luxury Trim
Doors: Titanium Look
Instrument Panel: Titanium Look
Crash Test Results
ANCAP Overall: 5.0
ANCAP Pedestrian: 3
ANCAP Standard: Ancap
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: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 12
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 1
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
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
Below Seat Storage
Location: Passenger
Air Conditioning
Type: Semi-Auto
Power Locks
Includes Fuel Filler Door: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
Intermediate Service
Variable Distance Period: yes
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