Volkswagen Golf VIII
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1.5 TSI (Stage 2)
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1.5 TSI (Stage 1)
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1.5 TSI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 195 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h7.1 s
- Fastest top speed246 km/h153 mph
- Most powerful195 hp145 kW
- Highest torque310 Nm229 lb-ft
- Lightest1,240 kg2,734 lb
- Best power-to-weight157 hp/t117 kW/t6.4 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.9 L/100 km48.0 mpg US57.6 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption6.4 L/100 km36.8 mpg US44.1 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.0 L/100 km58.8 mpg US70.6 mpg UK
- Lowest CO2 emissions112 g/km
- Best estimated range1,020 km634 mi
- Largest trunk380 L
- Best overall score61/100
- Best performance score55/100
- Best economy score94/100
- Best practicality score74/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)195 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)169 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)153 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI130 hp |
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| Power | 195hp145kW+65 hp | 169hp126kW+39 hp | 153hp114kW+23 hp | 130hp97kW |
| Torque | 310Nm229lb-ft+110 Nm | 270Nm199lb-ft+70 Nm | 244Nm180lb-ft+44 Nm | 200Nm148lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,240kg2,734lb | 1,240kg2,734lb | 1,240kg2,734lb | 1,240kg2,734lb |
| Gross weight | 1,800kg3,968lb | 1,800kg3,968lb | 1,800kg3,968lb | 1,800kg3,968lb |
| Top speed | 246 km/h 153 mph | 234 km/h 145 mph | 226 km/h 140 mph | 214 km/h 133 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 80.6s99% target: 244 km/h / 151 mph-11.1 s Calculated | 84.8s99% target: 232 km/h / 144 mph-6.9 s Calculated | 87.3s99% target: 224 km/h / 139 mph-4.4 s Calculated | 91.7s99% target: 212 km/h / 132 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.1s-2.1 s | 7.8s-1.4 s | 8.3s-0.9 s | 9.2s |
| 0-200 km/h | 26.2s-23.9 s Calculated | 31.7s-18.3 s Calculated | 36.9s-13.2 s Calculated | 50.1s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.8s-1.9 s Calculated | 7.4s-1.3 s Calculated | 7.9s-0.8 s Calculated | 8.7s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK | 4.9L/100 km48mpg US57.6mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK | 6.4L/100 km36.8mpg US44.1mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK | 4L/100 km58.8mpg US70.6mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 15.1s-1.6 s Calculated | 15.6s-1.0 s Calculated | 16.0s-0.7 s Calculated | 16.7s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 157hp/t117kW/t71hp/1000 lb Calculated | 136hp/t102kW/t62hp/1000 lb Calculated | 124hp/t92kW/t56hp/1000 lb Calculated | 105hp/t78kW/t48hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 250Nm/t167lb-ft/ton Calculated | 218Nm/t146lb-ft/ton Calculated | 197Nm/t132lb-ft/ton Calculated | 161Nm/t108lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,020km634mi Calculated | 1,020km634mi Calculated | 1,020km634mi Calculated | 1,020km634mi 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 |
| Rear track | 1,519mm60in | 1,519mm60in | 1,519mm60in | 1,519mm60in |
| 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 | 112g/km | 112g/km | 112g/km | 112g/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) 195 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 2) 169 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 1) 153 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI 130 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)195 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,400-4,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)169 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,400-4,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)153 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,400-4,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI130 hp | 5,000-6,000 rpm | 1,400-4,000 rpm | 6,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)195 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)169 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)153 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI130 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.8 s | 7.4 s | 7.9 s | 8.7 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 7.1 s | 7.8 s | 8.3 s | 9.2 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 26.2 s | 31.7 s | 36.9 s | 50.1 s |
| Top speed | 246 km/h 153 mph | 234 km/h 145 mph | 226 km/h 140 mph | 214 km/h 133 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.7 s | 6.9 s | 7.0 s | 7.3 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.9 s | 10.3 s | 10.5 s | 10.9 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.7 s | 13.2 s | 13.5 s | 14.0 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 15.1 s | 15.6 s | 16.0 s | 16.7 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 157 km/h 98 mph | 150 km/h 94 mph | 146 km/h 91 mph | 139 km/h 87 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)195 hp | 195 hp 145 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)169 hp | 169 hp 126 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)153 hp | 153 hp 114 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI130 hp | 130 hp 97 kW |
Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 195 hp has 65 hp more than Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI 130 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI 130 hp and Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 195 hp: 65 hp (48 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)195 hp | 310 Nm 229 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)169 hp | 270 Nm 199 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)153 hp | 244 Nm 180 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI130 hp | 200 Nm 148 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)195 hp | 1,240 kg 2,734 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)169 hp | 1,240 kg 2,734 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)153 hp | 1,240 kg 2,734 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI130 hp | 1,240 kg 2,734 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)195 hp | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)169 hp | 234 km/h 145 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)153 hp | 226 km/h 140 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI130 hp | 214 km/h 133 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)195 hp | 7.1 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)169 hp | 7.8 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)153 hp | 8.3 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI130 hp | 9.2 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 195 hp and Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI 130 hp: 2.1 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 2) 169 hp and Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 1) 153 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)195 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)169 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)153 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI130 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 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)195 hp | 157 hp/t 117 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)169 hp | 136 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)153 hp | 124 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI130 hp | 105 hp/t 78 kW/t 9.5 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)195 hp | 1,020 km 634 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)169 hp | 1,020 km 634 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)153 hp | 1,020 km 634 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI130 hp | 1,020 km 634 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)195 hp | 195 hp 145 kW | 7.1 s | 246 km/h 153 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)169 hp | 169 hp 126 kW | 7.8 s | 234 km/h 145 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)153 hp | 153 hp 114 kW | 8.3 s | 226 km/h 140 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI130 hp | 130 hp 97 kW | 9.2 s | 214 km/h 133 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)195 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)195 hp |
| 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)169 hp |
| 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)153 hp |
| 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI130 hp |
| 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 195 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)195 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 7.1 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)169 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 7.8 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)153 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 8.3 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI130 hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 9.2 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)195 hp | 157 hp/t 117 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)169 hp | 136 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)153 hp | 124 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI130 hp | 105 hp/t 78 kW/t 9.5 kg/hp | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 3)195 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 2)169 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI (Stage 1)153 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII1.5 TSI130 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 195 hp 145 kW | 169 hp 126 kW | 153 hp 114 kW | 130 hp 97 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 310 Nm 229 lb-ft | 270 Nm 199 lb-ft | 244 Nm 180 lb-ft | 200 Nm 148 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 7.1 s | 7.8 s | 8.3 s | 9.2 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 246 km/h 153 mph | 234 km/h 145 mph | 226 km/h 140 mph | 214 km/h 133 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,240 kg 2,734 lb | 1,240 kg 2,734 lb | 1,240 kg 2,734 lb | 1,240 kg 2,734 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km 48.0 mpg US 57.6 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,020 km 634 mi | 1,020 km 634 mi | 1,020 km 634 mi | 1,020 km 634 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CO2 score | 112 g/km | 112 g/km | 112 g/km | 112 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 | 157 hp/t 117 kW/t 6.4 kg/hp | 136 hp/t 102 kW/t 7.3 kg/hp | 124 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp | 105 hp/t 78 kW/t 9.5 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) 195 hp | Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 2) 169 hp | Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 1) 153 hp | Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI 130 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.9 L/100 km48 mpg US57.6 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km48 mpg US57.6 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km48 mpg US57.6 mpg UK | 4.9 L/100 km48 mpg US57.6 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 8.58 LC100 km | 8.58 LC100 km | 8.58 LC100 km | 8.58 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 13.80 LC100 mi | 13.80 LC100 mi | 13.80 LC100 mi | 13.80 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 735 L194 US gal162 UK gal | 735 L194 US gal162 UK gal | 735 L194 US gal162 UK gal | 735 L194 US gal162 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,286 LC/year | 1,286 LC/year | 1,286 LC/year | 1,286 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Golf VIII 1.5 TSI (Stage 3) 195 hp
- Has 26 hp more
- Has 40 Nm more
- Is 0.7 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 12 km/h (7 mph) higher top speed
- Has 21 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) 169 hp
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