Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant · Facelift 2024
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2.0 TDI (Stage 2)
Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant · Facelift 2024
2.0 TDI (Stage 1)
Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant · Facelift 2024
2.0 TDI
Comparison overview
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Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h6.4 s
- Fastest top speed253 km/h157 mph
- Most powerful233 hp173 kW
- Highest torque576 Nm425 lb-ft
- Lightest1,452 kg3,201 lb
- Best power-to-weight160 hp/t119 kW/t6.2 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption4.8 L/100 km49.0 mpg US58.9 mpg UK
- Best estimated range1,042 km647 mi
- Largest trunk611 L
- Best overall score72/100
- Best performance score64/100
- Best economy score94/100
- Best practicality score88/100
Specification comparison
| Model | VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI150 hp |
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| Power | 233hp173kW+83 hp | 203hp151kW+53 hp | 180hp134kW+30 hp | 150hp112kW |
| Torque | 576Nm425lb-ft+216 Nm | 504Nm372lb-ft+144 Nm | 450Nm332lb-ft+90 Nm | 360Nm266lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,452kg3,201lb | 1,452kg3,201lb | 1,452kg3,201lb | 1,452kg3,201lb |
| Gross weight | 2,060kg4,542lb | 2,060kg4,542lb | 2,060kg4,542lb | 2,060kg4,542lb |
| Top speed | 253 km/h 157 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph | 223 km/h 139 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 64.2s99% target: 250 km/h / 156 mph-13.7 s Calculated | 68.7s99% target: 241 km/h / 149 mph-9.2 s Calculated | 72.4s99% target: 233 km/h / 145 mph-5.5 s Calculated | 77.9s99% target: 221 km/h / 137 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.4s-2.0 s | 7.0s-1.4 s | 7.5s-0.9 s | 8.4s |
| 0-200 km/h | 20.8s-15.3 s Calculated | 24.4s-11.7 s Calculated | 28.1s-8.0 s Calculated | 36.1s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 6.1s-1.9 s Calculated | 6.6s-1.3 s Calculated | 7.1s-0.9 s Calculated | 8.0s 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 |
| Quarter mile | 14.3s-1.8 s Calculated | 14.9s-1.2 s Calculated | 15.4s-0.7 s Calculated | 16.1s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 160hp/t119kW/t73hp/1000 lb Calculated | 139hp/t104kW/t63hp/1000 lb Calculated | 124hp/t92kW/t56hp/1000 lb Calculated | 103hp/t77kW/t47hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 397Nm/t265lb-ft/ton Calculated | 347Nm/t232lb-ft/ton Calculated | 310Nm/t207lb-ft/ton Calculated | 248Nm/t166lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 1,042km647mi Calculated | 1,042km647mi Calculated | 1,042km647mi Calculated | 1,042km647mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in | 1,968cc120cu in |
| Length | 4,631mm182in | 4,631mm182in | 4,631mm182in | 4,631mm182in |
| Width | 1,789mm70in | 1,789mm70in | 1,789mm70in | 1,789mm70in |
| Height | 1,487mm59in | 1,487mm59in | 1,487mm59in | 1,487mm59in |
| Wheelbase | 2,669mm105in | 2,669mm105in | 2,669mm105in | 2,669mm105in |
| Front track | 1,550mm61in | 1,550mm61in | 1,550mm61in | 1,550mm61in |
| 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 Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 hp: Power / Torque
- Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI 150 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | - | 1,600-2,750 rpm | 3,000 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | - | 1,600-2,750 rpm | 3,000 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | - | 1,600-2,750 rpm | 3,000 rpm |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI150 hp | - | 1,600-2,750 rpm | 3,000 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI150 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 6.1 s | 6.6 s | 7.1 s | 8.0 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 6.4 s | 7.0 s | 7.5 s | 8.4 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 20.8 s | 24.4 s | 28.1 s | 36.1 s |
| Top speed | 253 km/h 157 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph | 223 km/h 139 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.6 s | 2.6 s | 2.7 s | 2.8 s |
330 ft 101 m | 6.5 s | 6.7 s | 6.9 s | 7.2 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 9.6 s | 9.9 s | 10.2 s | 10.6 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 12.2 s | 12.6 s | 13.0 s | 13.6 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 14.3 s | 14.9 s | 15.4 s | 16.1 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 168 km/h 105 mph | 161 km/h 100 mph | 155 km/h 97 mph | 147 km/h 92 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 233 hp 173 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW |
Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp has 83 hp more than Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI 150 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI 150 hp and Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp: 83 hp (62 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 576 Nm 425 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 504 Nm 372 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 450 Nm 332 lb-ft |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI150 hp | 360 Nm 266 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 1,452 kg 3,201 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,452 kg 3,201 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 1,452 kg 3,201 lb |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI150 hp | 1,452 kg 3,201 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 243 km/h 151 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI150 hp | 223 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 Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp and Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI 150 hp: 2.0 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp and Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 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 VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI150 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 VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 160 hp/t 119 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 139 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 124 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI150 hp | 103 hp/t 77 kW/t 9.7 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 1,042 km 647 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 1,042 km 647 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 1,042 km 647 mi |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI150 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 VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 233 hp 173 kW | 6.4 s | 253 km/h 157 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 203 hp 151 kW | 7.0 s | 243 km/h 151 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 180 hp 134 kW | 7.5 s | 235 km/h 146 mph |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI150 hp | 150 hp 112 kW | 8.4 s | 223 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 VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 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 VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp |
| 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp |
| 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp |
| 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | ||||||
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI150 hp |
| 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | ||||||
Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 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 VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | 6.4 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | 7.0 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | 7.5 s |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI150 hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK | 8.4 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 VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | 160 hp/t 119 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | 139 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | 124 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
| VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI150 hp | 103 hp/t 77 kW/t 9.7 kg/hp | 4.8 L/100 km 49.0 mpg US 58.9 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 3)233 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 2)203 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI (Stage 1)180 hp | VolkswagenGolf VIII VariantFacelift 20242.0 TDI150 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 233 hp 173 kW | 203 hp 151 kW | 180 hp 134 kW | 150 hp 112 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 576 Nm 425 lb-ft | 504 Nm 372 lb-ft | 450 Nm 332 lb-ft | 360 Nm 266 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 6.4 s | 7.0 s | 7.5 s | 8.4 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 253 km/h 157 mph | 243 km/h 151 mph | 235 km/h 146 mph | 223 km/h 139 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,452 kg 3,201 lb | 1,452 kg 3,201 lb | 1,452 kg 3,201 lb | 1,452 kg 3,201 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 | 160 hp/t 119 kW/t 6.2 kg/hp | 139 hp/t 104 kW/t 7.2 kg/hp | 124 hp/t 92 kW/t 8.1 kg/hp | 103 hp/t 77 kW/t 9.7 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 Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp | Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp | Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI (Stage 1) 180 hp | Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI 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 Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI (Stage 3) 233 hp
- Has 30 hp more
- Has 72 Nm more
- Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 10 km/h (6 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
Volkswagen Golf VIII Variant Facelift 2024 2.0 TDI (Stage 2) 203 hp
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