Volkswagen Golf V Variant
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1.4 TSI (Stage 2)
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1.4 TSI (Stage 1)
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1.4 TSI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 255 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.4 s
- Fastest top speed255 km/h158 mph
- Most powerful255 hp190 kW
- Highest torque372 Nm274 lb-ft
- Lightest1,383 kg3,049 lb
- Best power-to-weight184 hp/t137 kW/t5.4 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption7.4 L/100 km31.8 mpg US38.2 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption10.0 L/100 km23.5 mpg US28.2 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption5.9 L/100 km39.9 mpg US47.9 mpg UK
- Best estimated range743 km462 mi
- Largest trunk505 L
- Best overall score68/100
- Best performance score61/100
- Best economy score87/100
- Best practicality score84/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)255 hp | VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)221 hp | VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)201 hp | VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI170 hp |
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| Power | 255hp190kW+85 hp | 221hp165kW+51 hp | 201hp150kW+31 hp | 170hp127kW |
| Torque | 372Nm274lb-ft+132 Nm | 324Nm239lb-ft+84 Nm | 293Nm216lb-ft+53 Nm | 240Nm177lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,383kg3,049lb | 1,383kg3,049lb | 1,383kg3,049lb | 1,383kg3,049lb |
| Gross weight | 1,990kg4,387lb | 1,990kg4,387lb | 1,990kg4,387lb | 1,990kg4,387lb |
| Top speed | 255 km/h 158 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | 234 km/h 145 mph | 218 km/h 135 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 64.9s99% target: 252 km/h / 157 mph-9.4 s Calculated | 69.0s99% target: 240 km/h / 149 mph-5.4 s Calculated | 71.7s99% target: 232 km/h / 144 mph-2.7 s Calculated | 74.3s99% target: 216 km/h / 134 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.4s-1.9 s | 7.1s-1.3 s | 7.5s-0.8 s | 8.3s |
| 0-200 km/h | 20.7s-17.4 s Calculated | 24.8s-13.3 s Calculated | 28.3s-9.9 s Calculated | 38.2s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.2s-1.7 s Calculated | 6.7s-1.2 s Calculated | 7.1s-0.8 s Calculated | 7.9s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK | 7.4L/100 km31.8mpg US38.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 10L/100 km23.5mpg US28.2mpg UK | 10L/100 km23.5mpg US28.2mpg UK | 10L/100 km23.5mpg US28.2mpg UK | 10L/100 km23.5mpg US28.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK | 5.9L/100 km39.9mpg US47.9mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.4s-1.7 s Calculated | 15.0s-1.1 s Calculated | 15.4s-0.7 s Calculated | 16.0s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 184hp/t137kW/t84hp/1000 lb Calculated | 160hp/t119kW/t72hp/1000 lb Calculated | 145hp/t108kW/t66hp/1000 lb Calculated | 123hp/t92kW/t56hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 269Nm/t180lb-ft/ton Calculated | 234Nm/t157lb-ft/ton Calculated | 212Nm/t142lb-ft/ton Calculated | 174Nm/t116lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 743km462mi Calculated | 743km462mi Calculated | 743km462mi Calculated | 743km462mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,390cc85cu in | 1,390cc85cu in | 1,390cc85cu in | 1,390cc85cu in |
| Length | 4,556mm179in | 4,556mm179in | 4,556mm179in | 4,556mm179in |
| Width | 1,781mm70in | 1,781mm70in | 1,781mm70in | 1,781mm70in |
| Height | 1,504mm59in | 1,504mm59in | 1,504mm59in | 1,504mm59in |
| Wheelbase | 2,578mm101in | 2,578mm101in | 2,578mm101in | 2,578mm101in |
| Front track | 1,535mm60in | 1,535mm60in | 1,535mm60in | 1,535mm60in |
| Rear track | 1,508mm59in | 1,508mm59in | 1,508mm59in | 1,508mm59in |
| Trunk volume | 505L | 505L | 505L | 505L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,495L | 1,495L | 1,495L | 1,495L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 55L | 55L | 55L | 55L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 255 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 2) 221 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 1) 201 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI 170 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)255 hp | 6,000 rpm | 1,750 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)221 hp | 6,000 rpm | 1,750 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)201 hp | 6,000 rpm | 1,750 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI170 hp | 6,000 rpm | 1,750 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)255 hp | VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)221 hp | VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)201 hp | VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI170 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.2 s | 6.7 s | 7.1 s | 7.9 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.4 s | 7.1 s | 7.5 s | 8.3 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 20.7 s | 24.8 s | 28.3 s | 38.2 s |
| Top speed | 255 km/h 158 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | 234 km/h 145 mph | 218 km/h 135 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.5 s | 6.7 s | 6.9 s | 7.1 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.6 s | 10.0 s | 10.2 s | 10.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.2 s | 12.7 s | 13.0 s | 13.6 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.4 s | 15.0 s | 15.4 s | 16.0 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 168 km/h 105 mph | 160 km/h 100 mph | 155 km/h 97 mph | 147 km/h 91 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)255 hp | 255 hp 190 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)201 hp | 201 hp 150 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI170 hp | 170 hp 127 kW |
Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 255 hp has 85 hp more than Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI 170 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI 170 hp and Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 255 hp: 85 hp (63 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)255 hp | 372 Nm 274 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)221 hp | 324 Nm 239 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)201 hp | 293 Nm 216 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI170 hp | 240 Nm 177 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)255 hp | 1,383 kg 3,049 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)221 hp | 1,383 kg 3,049 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)201 hp | 1,383 kg 3,049 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI170 hp | 1,383 kg 3,049 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)255 hp | 255 km/h 158 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)221 hp | 242 km/h 150 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)201 hp | 234 km/h 145 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI170 hp | 218 km/h 135 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)255 hp | 6.4 s |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)221 hp | 7.1 s |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)201 hp | 7.5 s |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI170 hp | 8.3 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 255 hp and Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI 170 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 2) 221 hp and Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 1) 201 hp, separated by only 0.4 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)255 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)221 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)201 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI170 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)255 hp | 184 hp/t 137 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)221 hp | 160 hp/t 119 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)201 hp | 145 hp/t 108 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI170 hp | 123 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)255 hp | 743 km 462 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)221 hp | 743 km 462 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)201 hp | 743 km 462 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI170 hp | 743 km 462 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)255 hp | 255 hp 190 kW | 6.4 s | 255 km/h 158 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)221 hp | 221 hp 165 kW | 7.1 s | 242 km/h 150 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)201 hp | 201 hp 150 kW | 7.5 s | 234 km/h 145 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI170 hp | 170 hp 127 kW | 8.3 s | 218 km/h 135 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)255 hp |
| 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)221 hp |
| 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)201 hp |
| 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI170 hp |
| 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 255 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)255 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 6.4 s |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)221 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 7.1 s |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)201 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 7.5 s |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI170 hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 8.3 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)255 hp | 184 hp/t 137 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)221 hp | 160 hp/t 119 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)201 hp | 145 hp/t 108 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI170 hp | 123 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)255 hp | VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)221 hp | VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)201 hp | VolkswagenGolf V Variant1.4 TSI170 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 255 hp 190 kW | 221 hp 165 kW | 201 hp 150 kW | 170 hp 127 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 372 Nm 274 lb-ft | 324 Nm 239 lb-ft | 293 Nm 216 lb-ft | 240 Nm 177 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.4 s | 7.1 s | 7.5 s | 8.3 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 255 km/h 158 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | 234 km/h 145 mph | 218 km/h 135 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,383 kg 3,049 lb | 1,383 kg 3,049 lb | 1,383 kg 3,049 lb | 1,383 kg 3,049 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | 7.4 L/100 km 31.8 mpg US 38.2 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 743 km 462 mi | 743 km 462 mi | 743 km 462 mi | 743 km 462 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 505 L 17.8 cu ft | 505 L 17.8 cu ft | 505 L 17.8 cu ft | 505 L 17.8 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 184 hp/t 137 kW/t 5.4 kg/hp | 160 hp/t 119 kW/t 6.3 kg/hp | 145 hp/t 108 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp | 123 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 255 hp | Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 2) 221 hp | Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 1) 201 hp | Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI 170 hp |
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| Consumption | 7.4 L/100 km31.8 mpg US38.2 mpg UK | 7.4 L/100 km31.8 mpg US38.2 mpg UK | 7.4 L/100 km31.8 mpg US38.2 mpg UK | 7.4 L/100 km31.8 mpg US38.2 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 12.95 LC100 km | 12.95 LC100 km | 12.95 LC100 km | 12.95 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 20.84 LC100 mi | 20.84 LC100 mi | 20.84 LC100 mi | 20.84 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,110 L293 US gal244 UK gal | 1,110 L293 US gal244 UK gal | 1,110 L293 US gal244 UK gal | 1,110 L293 US gal244 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,943 LC/year | 1,943 LC/year | 1,943 LC/year | 1,943 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 255 hp
- Has 34 hp more
- Has 48 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 13 km/h (8 mph) higher top speed
- Has 25 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Volkswagen Golf V Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 2) 221 hp
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