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Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline

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ConvertiblePetrolManualFWDYear 1998G
75
Horsepower · 55 kW
15.5s
0–100 km/h
163
km/h top speed
7.7
l/100 km
€21,430
List price at launch · 1998

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline is a convertible powered by a petrol engine delivering 75 hp (55 kW).

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

Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline at a glance

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 15.5 s and reaches a top speed of 163 km/h. Drive is routed to the front-wheel-drive axle via a manual.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 7.7 l/100 km combined, CO₂ emissions of 185 g/km.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 1998 as part of the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet (1998-2002) generation, and sits alongside 13 other variants 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 75hp Trendline?

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline produces 75 hp (55 kW).

How fast does the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 15.5 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline?

The top speed of the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline is 163 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline?

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline has a combined fuel consumption of 7.7 l/100 km.

What are the CO₂ emissions of the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline?

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline emits 185 g/km of CO₂.

What transmission does the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline have?

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline is equipped with a Manual transmission.

Is the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline sends power through the FWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline?

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline has a 1,781 cc engine with 4 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline?

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline produces 140 Nm of torque.

When was the Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline introduced?

The Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.8 75hp Trendline was introduced in 1998.

Across generations

Other Volkswagen Golf generations