Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant
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1.5 eTSI (Stage 2)
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1.5 eTSI (Stage 1)
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1.5 eTSI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI (Stage 3) 225 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.8 s
- Fastest top speed252 km/h157 mph
- Most powerful225 hp168 kW
- Highest torque388 Nm286 lb-ft
- Lightest1,350 kg2,976 lb
- Best power-to-weight167 hp/t124 kW/t6.0 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.8 L/100 km49.0 mpg US58.9 mpg UK
- Lowest city consumption6.0 L/100 km39.2 mpg US47.1 mpg UK
- Lowest highway consumption4.1 L/100 km57.4 mpg US68.9 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,042 km647 mi
- Largest trunk611 L
- Best overall score68/100
- Best performance score59/100
- Best economy score94/100
- Best practicality score88/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 3)225 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 2)195 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 1)177 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI150 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 | 1,350kg2,976lb | 1,350kg2,976lb | 1,350kg2,976lb | 1,350kg2,976lb |
| Gross weight | 1,970kg4,343lb | 1,970kg4,343lb | 1,970kg4,343lb | 1,970kg4,343lb |
| Top speed | 252 km/h 157 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph | 224 km/h 139 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 67.0s99% target: 249 km/h / 155 mph-13.4 s Calculated | 72.1s99% target: 240 km/h / 149 mph-8.3 s Calculated | 75.2s99% target: 233 km/h / 145 mph-5.3 s Calculated | 80.4s99% target: 222 km/h / 138 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8s-1.9 s | 7.4s-1.3 s | 7.9s-0.8 s | 8.7s |
| 0-200 km/h | 22.0s-14.7 s Calculated | 26.0s-10.8 s Calculated | 29.3s-7.4 s Calculated | 36.7s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.4s-1.8 s Calculated | 7.0s-1.2 s Calculated | 7.5s-0.8 s Calculated | 8.3s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK | 4.8L/100 km49mpg US58.9mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption city | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK | 6L/100 km39.2mpg US47.1mpg UK |
| Fuel consumption highway | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK | 4.1L/100 km57.4mpg US68.9mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 14.7s-1.7 s Calculated | 15.2s-1.1 s Calculated | 15.6s-0.7 s Calculated | 16.3s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 167hp/t124kW/t76hp/1000 lb Calculated | 144hp/t108kW/t66hp/1000 lb Calculated | 131hp/t98kW/t59hp/1000 lb Calculated | 111hp/t83kW/t50hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 287Nm/t192lb-ft/ton Calculated | 250Nm/t167lb-ft/ton Calculated | 226Nm/t151lb-ft/ton Calculated | 185Nm/t124lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,042km647mi Calculated | 1,042km647mi Calculated | 1,042km647mi Calculated | 1,042km647mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,498cc91cu in | 1,498cc91cu in | 1,498cc91cu in | 1,498cc91cu in |
| Length | 4,633mm182in | 4,633mm182in | 4,633mm182in | 4,633mm182in |
| Width | 1,789mm70in | 1,789mm70in | 1,789mm70in | 1,789mm70in |
| Height | 1,498mm59in | 1,498mm59in | 1,498mm59in | 1,498mm59in |
| Wheelbase | 2,669mm105in | 2,669mm105in | 2,669mm105in | 2,669mm105in |
| Front track | 1,549mm61in | 1,549mm61in | 1,549mm61in | 1,549mm61in |
| Rear track | 1,519mm60in | 1,519mm60in | 1,519mm60in | 1,519mm60in |
| Trunk volume | 611L | 611L | 611L | 611L |
| Max trunk volume | 1,642L | 1,642L | 1,642L | 1,642L |
| Doors | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel tank | 50L | 50L | 50L | 50L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI (Stage 3) 225 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI (Stage 2) 195 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI (Stage 1) 177 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI 150 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI150 hp | 5,000 rpm | 1,500-3,500 rpm | 5,250 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 3)225 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 2)195 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 1)177 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI150 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.4 s | 7.0 s | 7.5 s | 8.3 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.8 s | 7.4 s | 7.9 s | 8.7 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 22.0 s | 26.0 s | 29.3 s | 36.7 s |
| Top speed | 252 km/h 157 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph | 224 km/h 139 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.7 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s | 2.9 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.7 s | 6.9 s | 7.0 s | 7.3 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.8 s | 10.2 s | 10.4 s | 10.8 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.5 s | 12.9 s | 13.3 s | 13.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.7 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 VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 225 hp 168 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 195 hp 145 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 177 hp 132 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW |
Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI (Stage 3) 225 hp has 75 hp more than Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI 150 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI 150 hp and Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI (Stage 3) 225 hp: 75 hp (56 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 388 Nm 286 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 338 Nm 249 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 305 Nm 225 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI150 hp | 250 Nm 184 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 1,350 kg 2,976 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 1,350 kg 2,976 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 1,350 kg 2,976 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI150 hp | 1,350 kg 2,976 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 252 km/h 157 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 242 km/h 150 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI150 hp | 224 km/h 139 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI (Stage 3) 225 hp and Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI 150 hp: 1.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI (Stage 2) 195 hp and Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI (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 VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI150 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 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 VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 167 hp/t 124 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 144 hp/t 108 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 131 hp/t 98 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI150 hp | 111 hp/t 83 kW/t 9.0 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 1,042 km 647 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 1,042 km 647 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 1,042 km 647 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI150 hp | 1,042 km 647 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 225 hp 168 kW | 6.8 s | 252 km/h 157 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 195 hp 145 kW | 7.4 s | 242 km/h 150 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 177 hp 132 kW | 7.9 s | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.7 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 VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 3)225 hp |
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| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 1)177 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 VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 3)225 hp |
| 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 2)195 hp |
| 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 1)177 hp |
| 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI150 hp |
| 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI (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 VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | 6.8 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | 7.4 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | 7.9 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI150 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | 8.7 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 VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 3)225 hp | 167 hp/t 124 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 2)195 hp | 144 hp/t 108 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 1)177 hp | 131 hp/t 98 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI150 hp | 111 hp/t 83 kW/t 9.0 kg/hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 3)225 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 2)195 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI (Stage 1)177 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII Variant1.5 eTSI150 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 | 6.8 s | 7.4 s | 7.9 s | 8.7 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 252 km/h 157 mph | 242 km/h 150 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph | 224 km/h 139 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,350 kg 2,976 lb | 1,350 kg 2,976 lb | 1,350 kg 2,976 lb | 1,350 kg 2,976 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 1,042 km 647 mi | 1,042 km 647 mi | 1,042 km 647 mi | 1,042 km 647 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 611 L 21.6 cu ft | 611 L 21.6 cu ft | 611 L 21.6 cu ft | 611 L 21.6 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 167 hp/t 124 kW/t 6.0 kg/hp | 144 hp/t 108 kW/t 6.9 kg/hp | 131 hp/t 98 kW/t 7.6 kg/hp | 111 hp/t 83 kW/t 9.0 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI (Stage 3) 225 hp | Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI (Stage 2) 195 hp | Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI (Stage 1) 177 hp | Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI 150 hp |
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| Consumption | 4.8 L/100 km49 mpg US58.9 mpg UK | 4.8 L/100 km49 mpg US58.9 mpg UK | 4.8 L/100 km49 mpg US58.9 mpg UK | 4.8 L/100 km49 mpg US58.9 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 8.40 LC100 km | 8.40 LC100 km | 8.40 LC100 km | 8.40 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 13.52 LC100 mi | 13.52 LC100 mi | 13.52 LC100 mi | 13.52 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 720 L190 US gal158 UK gal | 720 L190 US gal158 UK gal | 720 L190 US gal158 UK gal | 720 L190 US gal158 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 1,260 LC/year | 1,260 LC/year | 1,260 LC/year | 1,260 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI (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 22 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 VIII Variant 1.5 eTSI (Stage 2) 195 hp
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