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Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI

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Top 19% of 612 Convertible Petrol models in this price class.

ConvertiblePetrolManualFWDYear 1982
110
Horsepower · 81 kW
9.1s
0–100 km/h
182
km/h top speed
9.1
l/100 km

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI is a convertible powered by a petrol engine delivering 110 hp (81 kW).

Updated Jun 2026 · Data curated by Cars-Data.com

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.1 s and reaches a top speed of 182 km/h. Drive is routed to the front-wheel-drive axle via a manual.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 9.1 l/100 km combined.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 1982 as part of the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet (1981-1983) generation, and sits alongside 1 other variant in this generation.

Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.

Quick answers
What is the engine power of the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI?

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI produces 110 hp (81 kW).

How fast does the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 9.1 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI?

The top speed of the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI is 182 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI?

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI has a combined fuel consumption of 9.1 l/100 km.

What transmission does the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI have?

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI is equipped with a Manual transmission.

Is the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI sends power through the FWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI?

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI has a 1,588 cc engine with 4 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI?

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI produces 140 Nm of torque.

When was the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI introduced?

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 GLI was introduced in 1982.

Across generations

Other Volkswagen Golf generations