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Volkswagen Unveils Engine Lineup for New Golf

The Volkswagen Golf, a flagship model that has undergone a full model change. OPENERS has reported on this seventh-generation Golf, which has garnered significant attention, on multiple occasions, starting with its announcement.Announcement NewsHowever, the details of its engine variations have now been released.multiple occasionsHowever, the details of its engine variations have now been released.

Text by SUZUKI Fumihiko (OPENERS)

Excluding the GTI, Four Gasoline and Three Diesel Variants

Volkswagen has announced a total of seven engines for the seventh-generation Golf: four gasoline and three diesel. In addition to these, as previously reported, there is the "Golf GTI" with its 2.0-liter turbo gasoline engine.Golf GTI"Golf GTI" with its 2.0-liter turbo gasoline engine.

The new "Golf" emphasizes improved environmental performance, with the entry-level 1.2-liter TSI engine achieving fuel efficiency improvements of 0.6 L/100km compared to the previous generation's engine of the same output. It has been confirmed that the 1.4-liter engine with cylinder deactivation, also used in the "Polo BlueGT," will be adopted for the Golf as well. This represents the most balanced gasoline engine in terms of efficiency and performance for the Golf to date.Polo BlueGTIt has been confirmed that the 1.4-liter engine with cylinder deactivation, also used in the "Polo BlueGT," will be adopted for the Golf as well. This represents the most balanced gasoline engine in terms of efficiency and performance for the Golf to date.

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1.4-liter TSI engine with a maximum output of 103 kW (140 ps)

2.0-liter TDI engine with a maximum output of 110 kW (150 ps)

For the diesel models, in addition to the 1.6-liter engine for the "Golf BlueMotion," which has already been announced as the most fuel-efficient Golf in history, it has been revealed that a lower-output unit will be available, as well as a top-spec 2.0-liter engine that achieves a smooth feel using two balancer shafts. Furthermore, models equipped with this 1.6-liter and 2.0-liter engine will also be available with Volkswagen's "4MOTION" all-wheel-drive system.Golf BlueMotionFor the diesel models, in addition to the 1.6-liter engine for the "Golf BlueMotion," which has already been announced as the most fuel-efficient Golf in history, it has been revealed that a lower-output unit will be available, as well as a top-spec 2.0-liter engine that achieves a smooth feel using two balancer shafts. Furthermore, models equipped with this 1.6-liter and 2.0-liter engine will also be available with Volkswagen's "4MOTION" all-wheel-drive system.

Additionally, for the "Comfortline" and "Highline" trims of the Golf, an optional "Driver Assistance Pack" will be available, consolidating various driver assistance systems previously seen in models like the Volkswagen "CC."CCThe pack includes Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with full-speed range, Front Assist with collision avoidance and mitigation, bi-xenon headlights with LED daytime running lights and cornering lights, Lane Assist to prevent lane departure at high speeds, an anti-theft system (Plus), and road sign recognition. According to Volkswagen, these features provide top-level safety.

Dynamic Light Assist ensures visibility without dazzling oncoming traffic

Gasoline Engine

1.2-liter TSI

Max. Output | 63 kW (85 ps) / 4,300–5,300 rpm

Max. Torque | 160 Nm / 1,400–3,500 rpm

0-100 km/h Acceleration | 11.9 seconds

Max. Speed | 179 km/h

Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100 km

CO2 Emissions | 113 g/km

1.2-liter TSI

Max. Output | 77 kW (105 ps) / 4,500–5,000 rpm

Max. Torque | 175 Nm / 1,400–4,000 rpm

0-100 km/h Acceleration | 10.2 seconds

Max. Speed | 192 km/h

Fuel Consumption | 4.9 L/100 km (4.8 L/100 km with 7-speed DSG)

CO2 Emissions | 114 g/km (112 g/km with 7-speed DSG)

*DSG is a dual-clutch transmission

1.4-liter TSI

Max. Output | 90 kW (122 ps) / 5,000–6,000 rpm

Max. Torque | 200 Nm / 1,400 rpm–

0-100 km/h Acceleration | 9.3 seconds

Max. Speed | 203 km/h

Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100 km (5.0 L/100 km with 7-speed DSG)

CO2 Emissions | 120 g/km (116 g/km with 7-speed DSG)

1.4-liter TSI

Max. Output | 103 kW (140 ps) / 4,500–6,000 rpm

Max. Torque | 250 Nm / 1,400–4,000 rpm

0-100 km/h Acceleration | 8.4 seconds

Max. Speed | 212 km/h

Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100 km (5.0 L/100 km with 7-speed DSG; 4.7 L/100 km with 7-speed DSG + ACT)

CO2 Emissions | 119 g/km (116 g/km with 7-speed DSG; 109 g/km with 7-speed DSG + ACT)

*ACT is Active Cylinder Deactivation

Diesel Engine

1.6-liter TDI

Max. Output | 77 kW (105 ps) / 3,000–4,000 rpm

Max. Torque | 250 Nm / 1,500–2,750 rpm

0-100 km/h Acceleration | 10.7 seconds

Max. Speed | 192 km/h

Fuel Consumption | 3.8 L/100 km (3.9 L/100 km with 7-speed DSG)

CO2 Emissions | 99 g/km (102 g/km with DSG)

1.6-liter TDI

Max. Output | 81 kW (110 ps)

Max. Torque | 250 Nm / 1,500–2,750 rpm

0-100 km/h Acceleration | 10.5 seconds

Max. Speed | 202 km/h

Fuel Consumption | 3.2 L/100 km

CO2 Emissions | 85 g/km

2.0-liter TDI

Max. Output | 110 kW (150 ps) / 3,500–4,000 rpm

Max. Torque | 320 Nm / 1,750–3,000 rpm

0-100 km/h Acceleration | 8.6 seconds

Max. Speed | 216 km/h

Fuel Consumption | 4.1 L/100 km (4.4 L/100 km with 6-speed DSG)

CO2 Emissions | 106 g/km (117 g/km with DSG)