Volkswagen Golf VII 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 VII Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.7 s
- Fastest top speed245 km/h152 mph
- Most powerful225 hp168 kW
- Highest torque388 Nm286 lb-ft
- Lightest1,278 kg2,818 lb
- Best power-to-weight176 hp/t131 kW/t5.7 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.4 L/100 km43.6 mpg US52.3 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption6.8 L/100 km34.6 mpg US41.5 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.5 L/100 km52.3 mpg US62.8 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions123 g/km
- Best estimated range926 km575 mi
- Largest trunk605 L
- Best overall score68/100
- Best performance score58/100
- Best economy score92/100
- Best practicality score88/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI150 hp |
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| Power | 225hp168kW+75 hp | 195hp145kW+45 hp | 177hp132kW+27 hp | 150hp112kW |
| Torque | 388Nm286lb-ft+138 Nm | 338Nm249lb-ft+88 Nm | 305Nm225lb-ft+55 Nm | 250Nm184lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,278kg2,818lb | 1,278kg2,818lb | 1,278kg2,818lb | 1,278kg2,818lb |
| Gross weight | 1,890kg4,167lb | 1,890kg4,167lb | 1,890kg4,167lb | 1,890kg4,167lb |
| Top speed | 245 km/h 152 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph | 229 km/h 142 mph | 218 km/h 135 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 63.2s99% target: 243 km/h / 151 mph-12.9 s Calculated | 67.9s99% target: 233 km/h / 145 mph-8.2 s Calculated | 71.2s99% target: 227 km/h / 141 mph-4.9 s Calculated | 76.0s99% target: 216 km/h / 134 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.7s-1.9 s | 7.3s-1.3 s | 7.8s-0.8 s | 8.6s |
| 0-200 km/h | 22.5s-16.7 s Calculated | 26.8s-12.4 s Calculated | 30.3s-8.8 s Calculated | 39.2s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.4s-1.8 s Calculated | 7.0s-1.2 s Calculated | 7.4s-0.8 s Calculated | 8.2s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK | 5.4L/100 km43.6mpg US52.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK | 6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK | 4.5L/100 km52.3mpg US62.8mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.6s-1.6 s Calculated | 15.2s-1.1 s Calculated | 15.6s-0.7 s Calculated | 16.3s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 176hp/t131kW/t80hp/1000 lb Calculated | 153hp/t114kW/t69hp/1000 lb Calculated | 138hp/t103kW/t63hp/1000 lb Calculated | 117hp/t88kW/t53hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 303Nm/t203lb-ft/ton Calculated | 264Nm/t177lb-ft/ton Calculated | 239Nm/t160lb-ft/ton Calculated | 196Nm/t131lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 926km575mi Calculated | 926km575mi Calculated | 926km575mi Calculated | 926km575mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,395cc85cu in | 1,395cc85cu in | 1,395cc85cu in | 1,395cc85cu in |
| Length | 4,562mm180in | 4,562mm180in | 4,562mm180in | 4,562mm180in |
| Width | 1,799mm71in | 1,799mm71in | 1,799mm71in | 1,799mm71in |
| Height | 1,481mm58in | 1,481mm58in | 1,481mm58in | 1,481mm58in |
| Wheelbase | 2,635mm104in | 2,635mm104in | 2,635mm104in | 2,635mm104in |
| Front track | 1,549mm61in | 1,549mm61in | 1,549mm61in | 1,549mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,520mm60in | 1,520mm60in | 1,520mm60in | 1,520mm60in |
| Ground clearance | 140mm6in | 140mm6in | 140mm6in | 140mm6in |
| Trunk volume | 605L | 605L | 605L | 605L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,620L | 1,620L | 1,620L | 1,620L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 50L | 50L | 50L | 50L |
| CO2 emissions | 123g/km | 123g/km | 123g/km | 123g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 2) 195 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 1) 177 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI 150 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI150 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI150 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.4 s | 7.0 s | 7.4 s | 8.2 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.7 s | 7.3 s | 7.8 s | 8.6 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 22.5 s | 26.8 s | 30.3 s | 39.2 s |
| Top speed | 245 km/h 152 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph | 229 km/h 142 mph | 218 km/h 135 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.6 s | 6.8 s | 7.0 s | 7.2 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.7 s | 10.1 s | 10.3 s | 10.8 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.4 s | 12.9 s | 13.2 s | 13.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.6 s | 15.2 s | 15.6 s | 16.3 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 165 km/h 103 mph | 158 km/h 98 mph | 153 km/h 95 mph | 146 km/h 91 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 225 hp 168 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 195 hp 145 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 177 hp 132 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW |
Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp has 75 hp more than Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI 150 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI 150 hp and Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp: 75 hp (56 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI150 hp | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 1,278 kg 2,818 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 1,278 kg 2,818 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 1,278 kg 2,818 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI150 hp | 1,278 kg 2,818 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 245 km/h 152 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 229 km/h 142 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI150 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 VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 6.7 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 7.3 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 7.8 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI150 hp | 8.6 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp and Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI 150 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 2) 195 hp and Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 1) 177 hp, separated by only 0.5 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 VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI150 hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 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 VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 176 hp/t 131 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 153 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 138 hp/t 103 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI150 hp | 117 hp/t 88 kW/t 8.5 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 926 km 575 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 926 km 575 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 926 km 575 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI150 hp | 926 km 575 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 225 hp 168 kW | 6.7 s | 245 km/h 152 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 195 hp 145 kW | 7.3 s | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 177 hp 132 kW | 7.8 s | 229 km/h 142 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.6 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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| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp |
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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 VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp |
| 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp |
| 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp |
| 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI150 hp |
| 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 225 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 VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | 6.7 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | 7.3 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | 7.8 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI150 hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | 8.6 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 VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 176 hp/t 131 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 153 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 138 hp/t 103 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI150 hp | 117 hp/t 88 kW/t 8.5 kg/hp | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | VolkswagenGolf VII Variant1.4 TSI150 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 225 hp 168 kW | 195 hp 145 kW | 177 hp 132 kW | 150 hp 112 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.7 s | 7.3 s | 7.8 s | 8.6 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 245 km/h 152 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph | 229 km/h 142 mph | 218 km/h 135 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,278 kg 2,818 lb | 1,278 kg 2,818 lb | 1,278 kg 2,818 lb | 1,278 kg 2,818 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | 5.4 L/100 km 43.6 mpg US 52.3 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 926 km 575 mi | 926 km 575 mi | 926 km 575 mi | 926 km 575 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 123 g/km | 123 g/km | 123 g/km | 123 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 605 L 21.4 cu ft | 605 L 21.4 cu ft | 605 L 21.4 cu ft | 605 L 21.4 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 176 hp/t 131 kW/t 5.7 kg/hp | 153 hp/t 114 kW/t 6.6 kg/hp | 138 hp/t 103 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp | 117 hp/t 88 kW/t 8.5 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp | Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 2) 195 hp | Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 1) 177 hp | Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI 150 hp |
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| Consumption | 5.4 L/100 km43.6 mpg US52.3 mpg UK | 5.4 L/100 km43.6 mpg US52.3 mpg UK | 5.4 L/100 km43.6 mpg US52.3 mpg UK | 5.4 L/100 km43.6 mpg US52.3 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 9.45 LC100 km | 9.45 LC100 km | 9.45 LC100 km | 9.45 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 15.21 LC100 mi | 15.21 LC100 mi | 15.21 LC100 mi | 15.21 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 810 L214 US gal178 UK gal | 810 L214 US gal178 UK gal | 810 L214 US gal178 UK gal | 810 L214 US gal178 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,418 LC/year | 1,418 LC/year | 1,418 LC/year | 1,418 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp
- Has 30 hp more
- Has 50 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 10 km/h (6 mph) higher top speed
- Has 23 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
Cons
- Highest CO2 emissions
Volkswagen Golf VII Variant 1.4 TSI (Stage 2) 195 hp
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