Volkswagen Golf VIII
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1.5 TSI (Stage 2)
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1.5 TSI (Stage 1)
Volkswagen Golf VIII
1.5 TSI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.6 s
- Fastest top speed259 km/h161 mph
- Most powerful225 hp168 kW
- Highest torque388 Nm286 lb-ft
- Lightest1,265 kg2,789 lb
- Best power-to-weight178 hp/t133 kW/t5.6 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption5.0 L/100 km47.0 mpg US56.5 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption6.1 L/100 km38.6 mpg US46.3 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.4 L/100 km53.5 mpg US64.2 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions115 g/km
- Best estimated range1,000 km621 mi
- Largest trunk380 L
- Best overall score65/100
- Best performance score61/100
- Best economy score93/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 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 | 1,265kg2,789lb | 1,265kg2,789lb | 1,265kg2,789lb | 1,265kg2,789lb |
| Gross weight | 1,840kg4,057lb | 1,840kg4,057lb | 1,840kg4,057lb | 1,840kg4,057lb |
| Top speed | 259 km/h 161 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 238 km/h 148 mph | 224 km/h 139 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 77.6s99% target: 256 km/h / 159 mph-11.6 s Calculated | 82.1s99% target: 244 km/h / 151 mph-7.1 s Calculated | 85.1s99% target: 236 km/h / 146 mph-4.1 s Calculated | 89.2s99% target: 222 km/h / 138 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.6s-1.9 s | 7.2s-1.3 s | 7.7s-0.8 s | 8.5s |
| 0-200 km/h | 22.3s-16.6 s Calculated | 26.6s-12.4 s Calculated | 30.2s-8.8 s Calculated | 38.9s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.3s-1.8 s Calculated | 6.9s-1.2 s Calculated | 7.3s-0.8 s Calculated | 8.1s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK | 5L/100 km47mpg US56.5mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 6.1L/100 km38.6mpg US46.3mpg UK | 6.1L/100 km38.6mpg US46.3mpg UK | 6.1L/100 km38.6mpg US46.3mpg UK | 6.1L/100 km38.6mpg US46.3mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK | 4.4L/100 km53.5mpg US64.2mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.6s-1.6 s Calculated | 15.1s-1.0 s Calculated | 15.5s-0.7 s Calculated | 16.2s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 178hp/t133kW/t81hp/1000 lb Calculated | 154hp/t115kW/t70hp/1000 lb Calculated | 140hp/t104kW/t63hp/1000 lb Calculated | 119hp/t88kW/t54hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 306Nm/t205lb-ft/ton Calculated | 267Nm/t179lb-ft/ton Calculated | 241Nm/t161lb-ft/ton Calculated | 198Nm/t132lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,000km621mi Calculated | 1,000km621mi Calculated | 1,000km621mi Calculated | 1,000km621mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,498cc91cu in | 1,498cc91cu in | 1,498cc91cu in | 1,498cc91cu in |
| Length | 4,284mm169in | 4,284mm169in | 4,284mm169in | 4,284mm169in |
| Width | 1,789mm70in | 1,789mm70in | 1,789mm70in | 1,789mm70in |
| Height | 1,456mm57in | 1,456mm57in | 1,456mm57in | 1,456mm57in |
| Wheelbase | 2,636mm104in | 2,636mm104in | 2,636mm104in | 2,636mm104in |
| Front track | 1,549mm61in | 1,549mm61in | 1,549mm61in | 1,549mm61in |
| Trunk volume | 380L | 380L | 380L | 380L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,237L | 1,237L | 1,237L | 1,237L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 50L | 50L | 50L | 50L |
| CO2 emissions | 115g/km | 115g/km | 115g/km | 115g/km |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 2) 195 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 1) 177 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI 150 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 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 VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI150 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.3 s | 6.9 s | 7.3 s | 8.1 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.6 s | 7.2 s | 7.7 s | 8.5 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 22.3 s | 26.6 s | 30.2 s | 38.9 s |
| Top speed | 259 km/h 161 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 238 km/h 148 mph | 224 km/h 139 mph |
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60 ft 18 m | 2.5 s | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.5 s | 6.7 s | 6.8 s | 7.1 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.7 s | 10.0 s | 10.2 s | 10.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.3 s | 12.8 s | 13.1 s | 13.6 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.6 s | 15.1 s | 15.5 s | 16.2 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 164 km/h 102 mph | 157 km/h 97 mph | 152 km/h 94 mph | 145 km/h 90 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 225 hp 168 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 195 hp 145 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 177 hp 132 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW |
Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp has 75 hp more than Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI 150 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI 150 hp and Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 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 VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI150 hp | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 1,265 kg 2,789 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 1,265 kg 2,789 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 1,265 kg 2,789 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI150 hp | 1,265 kg 2,789 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 259 km/h 161 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 238 km/h 148 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI150 hp | 224 km/h 139 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 VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 6.6 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 7.2 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 7.7 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI150 hp | 8.5 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp and Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI 150 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 2) 195 hp and Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 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 VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI150 hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 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 VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 178 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 154 hp/t 115 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 140 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.1 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI150 hp | 119 hp/t 88 kW/t 8.4 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 1,000 km 621 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 1,000 km 621 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 1,000 km 621 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI150 hp | 1,000 km 621 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 225 hp 168 kW | 6.6 s | 259 km/h 161 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 195 hp 145 kW | 7.2 s | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 177 hp 132 kW | 7.7 s | 238 km/h 148 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.5 s | 224 km/h 139 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 VIII1.5 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 VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp |
| 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp |
| 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp |
| 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI150 hp |
| 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 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 VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | 6.6 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | 7.2 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | 7.7 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI150 hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | 8.5 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 VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 178 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 154 hp/t 115 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 140 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.1 kg/hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI150 hp | 119 hp/t 88 kW/t 8.4 kg/hp | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)225 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)195 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)177 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 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 | 6.6 s | 7.2 s | 7.7 s | 8.5 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 259 km/h 161 mph | 246 km/h 153 mph | 238 km/h 148 mph | 224 km/h 139 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,265 kg 2,789 lb | 1,265 kg 2,789 lb | 1,265 kg 2,789 lb | 1,265 kg 2,789 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | 5.0 L/100 km 47.0 mpg US 56.5 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,000 km 621 mi | 1,000 km 621 mi | 1,000 km 621 mi | 1,000 km 621 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 115 g/km | 115 g/km | 115 g/km | 115 g/km | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 380 L 13.4 cu ft | 380 L 13.4 cu ft | 380 L 13.4 cu ft | 380 L 13.4 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 178 hp/t 133 kW/t 5.6 kg/hp | 154 hp/t 115 kW/t 6.5 kg/hp | 140 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.1 kg/hp | 119 hp/t 88 kW/t 8.4 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp | Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 2) 195 hp | Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 1) 177 hp | Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI 150 hp |
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| Consumption | 5 L/100 km47 mpg US56.5 mpg UK | 5 L/100 km47 mpg US56.5 mpg UK | 5 L/100 km47 mpg US56.5 mpg UK | 5 L/100 km47 mpg US56.5 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 8.75 LC100 km | 8.75 LC100 km | 8.75 LC100 km | 8.75 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 14.08 LC100 mi | 14.08 LC100 mi | 14.08 LC100 mi | 14.08 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 750 L198 US gal165 UK gal | 750 L198 US gal165 UK gal | 750 L198 US gal165 UK gal | 750 L198 US gal165 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,313 LC/year | 1,313 LC/year | 1,313 LC/year | 1,313 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 225 hp
- Has 30 hp more
- Has 50 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 13 km/h (8 mph) higher top speed
- Has 24 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 VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 2) 195 hp
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