Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant
2.0 TSI
190 hp1984 ccGasolineAWDDual-clutchTurbochargedWagon / estate2021-2024
Car comparison
Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 2.0 TSIvsVolkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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Volkswagen Golf VII Variant
GTD 2.0 TDI
184 hp1968 ccDieselFWDManualTurbochargedWagon / estate2013-2017
Comparison overview
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Best choices
Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 2.0 TSI
- Quickest 0-100 km/h7.2 s
- Fastest top speed234 km/h145 mph
- Most powerful190 hp142 kW
- Largest trunk611 L
- Best overall score63/100
- Best performance score51/100
- Best practicality score88/100
Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI
- Highest torque380 Nm280 lb-ft
- Lightest1,400 kg3,086 lb
- Best power-to-weight131 hp/t98 kW/t7.6 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,136 km706 mi
- Best economy score95/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant2.0 TSI | VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 190hp142kW | 184hp137kW |
| Torque | 320Nm236lb-ft | 380Nm280lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,635kg3,605lb | 1,400kg3,086lb |
| Gross weight | 2,080kg4,586lb | 2,000kg4,409lb |
| Top speed | 234 km/h 145 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 71.4s99% target: 232 km/h / 144 mph Calculated | 75.0s99% target: 229 km/h / 142 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.2s | 7.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 27.7s Calculated | 30.8s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.9s Calculated | 7.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 7.7L/100 km30.5mpg US36.7mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | - | 5.2L/100 km45.2mpg US54.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | - | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 15.1s Calculated | 15.7s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 116hp/t87kW/t53hp/1000 lb Calculated | 131hp/t98kW/t60hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 196Nm/t131lb-ft/ton Calculated | 271Nm/t182lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 714km444mi Calculated | 1,136km706mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,984cc121cu in | 1,968cc120cu in |
| Length | 4,633mm182in | 4,575mm180in |
| Width | 1,789mm70in | 1,799mm71in |
| Height | 1,498mm59in | 1,470mm58in |
| Wheelbase | 2,669mm105in | 2,631mm104in |
| Front track | 1,549mm61in | 1,538mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,520mm60in | 1,514mm60in |
| Ground clearance | - | 131mm5in |
| Trunk volume | 611L | 605L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,642L | 1,620L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 55L | 50L |
| CO2 emissions | - | 115g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 2.0 TSIVolkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDIPowerTorque
- Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 2.0 TSI: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant2.0 TSI | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-4,100 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI | 3,500-4,000 rpm | 1,750-3,250 rpm | 4,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant2.0 TSI | VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration checkpoints | ||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.9 s | 7.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 7.2 s | 7.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 27.7 s | 30.8 s |
| Top speed | 234 km/h 145 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.7 s | 7.0 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 10.0 s | 10.4 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.8 s | 13.3 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 15.1 s | 15.7 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 156 km/h 97 mph | 152 km/h 95 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant2.0 TSI | 190 hp 142 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI | 184 hp 137 kW |
Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 2.0 TSI has 6 hp more than Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI and Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 2.0 TSI: 6 hp (4 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant2.0 TSI | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant2.0 TSI | 1,635 kg 3,605 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI | 1,400 kg 3,086 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant2.0 TSI | 234 km/h 145 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI | 231 km/h 144 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant2.0 TSI | 7.2 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI | 7.9 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 2.0 TSI and Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI: 0.7 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant2.0 TSI | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
The biggest fuel consumption difference is between Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI and Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 2.0 TSI: 3.3 L/100 km.
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant2.0 TSI | 116 hp/t 87 kW/t 8.6 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI | 131 hp/t 98 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant2.0 TSI | 714 km 444 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI | 1,136 km 706 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant2.0 TSI | 190 hp 142 kW | 7.2 s | 234 km/h 145 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI | 184 hp 137 kW | 7.9 s | 231 km/h 144 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 VariantGTD 2.0 TDI |
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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 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant2.0 TSI |
| 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI |
| 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI 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 |
|---|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant2.0 TSI | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK | 7.2 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | 7.9 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 |
|---|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant2.0 TSI | 116 hp/t 87 kW/t 8.6 kg/hp | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI | 131 hp/t 98 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant2.0 TSI | VolkswagenGolf VII VariantGTD 2.0 TDI | ||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 190 hp 142 kW | 184 hp 137 kW | ||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 320 Nm 236 lb-ft | 380 Nm 280 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 7.2 s | 7.9 s | ||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 234 km/h 145 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph | ||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,635 kg 3,605 lb | 1,400 kg 3,086 lb | ||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 7.7 L/100 km 30.5 mpg US 36.7 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km 53.5 mpg US 64.2 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 714 km 444 mi | 1,136 km 706 mi | ||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | - | 115 g/km | ||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 611 L 21.6 cu ft | 605 L 21.4 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 116 hp/t 87 kW/t 8.6 kg/hp | 131 hp/t 98 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 2.0 TSI | Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI |
|---|---|---|
| Consumption | 7.7 L/100 km30.5 mpg US36.7 mpg UK | 4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 13.48 LC100 km | 7.70 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 21.69 LC100 mi | 12.39 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,155 L305 US gal254 UK gal | 660 L174 US gal145 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,021 LC/year | 1,155 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 2.0 TSI
- Has 6 hp more
- Is 0.7 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 3 km/h (2 mph) higher top speed
- Has 6 L more trunk volume
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Largest trunk
Cons
- Highest combined fuel consumption
- Heaviest
Volkswagen Golf VII Variant GTD 2.0 TDI
- Has 60 Nm more
- Is 235 kg lighter
- Uses 3.3 L/100 km less fuel
- Has 15 hp/t better power-to-weight
- Has 422 km (262 mi) more estimated range
Pros
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
Cons
- Slowest 0-100 km/h
- Lowest power
- Lowest top speed
- Smallest trunk
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