Engines1981–1983

What engines does the Volkswagen Golf (1981-1983) come with?

The Volkswagen Golf (1981-1983) was offered with 3 distinct engine configurations across its trim range.

EnginePowerTorqueTransmissionDriveTop speed0-100 km/hConsumptionAvailable on
1.5L Petrol70 hp110 NmManualFront Wheel Drive158 km/h14.7 s8.9 l/100km3 trims
1.6L Diesel54 hp102 NmManualFront Wheel Drive143 km/h16.8 s6.7 l/100km3 trims
1.1L Petrol50 hp79 NmManualFront Wheel Drive140 km/h16.8 s8.5 l/100km2 trims
How this is measured

Each row is a distinct mechanical configuration — engine size, power output, transmission, drivetrain and fuel type — deduplicated across equipment trims that share the same engine. Trim-only differences (interior, wheels, options) do not create a separate row.

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