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Volkswagen Golf Specs, Engines (1987–1993) — First Generation Restyling 3

The Volkswagen Golf Cabrio combines a compact footprint with open-air driving. For this revised first-generation model, the engine’s condition and the way the transmission operates deserve close attention when you choose a car.

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Volkswagen Golf Engines and Transmissions

When considering a gasoline Volkswagen Golf engine, look beyond peak performance to how smoothly it responds in everyday driving. The transmission also influences that experience, particularly in traffic. On a test drive, check for steady idling, acceleration without hesitation and smooth gear changes as the powertrain warms up.

Cabrio — Volkswagen Golf Engines and Transmissions

Cabrio Volkswagen Golf Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.6 MTGasoline1595 cm³72 hp52 kW120 N⋅mManualFWD
1.6 ATGasoline1595 cm³72 hp52 kW120 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
1.6 MTGasoline1595 cm³75 hp55 kW125 N⋅mManualFWD
1.8 ATGasoline1781 cm³90 hp66 kW145 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
1.8 MTGasoline1781 cm³98 hp72 kW143 N⋅mManualFWD
1.8 ATGasoline1781 cm³98 hp72 kW143 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
1.8 MTGasoline1781 cm³112 hp82 kW157 N⋅mManualFWD
1.6 ATGasoline1595 cm³75 hp55 kW125 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
1.8 MTGasoline1781 cm³90 hp66 kW145 N⋅mManualFWD

Volkswagen Golf Dimensions

Cabrio — Volkswagen Golf Dimensions

Cabrio Volkswagen Golf Dimensions
ModificationCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
1.6 MT1035 kg1395 kg125 mm
1.6 AT1035 kg1395 kg125 mm
1.6 MT1035 kg1395 kg125 mm
1.8 AT1050 kg1410 kg125 mm
1.8 MT1050 kg1410 kg125 mm
1.8 AT1050 kg1410 kg125 mm
1.8 MT1070 kg1420 kg125 mm
1.6 AT1035 kg1395 kg125 mm
1.8 MT1050 kg1410 kg125 mm