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Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

    • Drive: Front wheel drive
    • Gearbox construction: Automatic, Manual
    • Transmission type: 7 DSG, 6 MT
    • Average acceleration: 8.2 s to 60 mph
    • Average optimal engine speed: 4500 rpm
    • Average torque: 287 Nm
    • Weight to torque ratio: 5 kg to 1 Nm
    • Average weight: 1328 kg / 2928 lbs
    • Maximum load for transmission: 1913 kg / 4218 lbs
    • Gearboxy rating: 6 / 10

Gearbox types in 2020 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 1.5 eTSI —7 DSG (250 Nm)
  • 1.5 TSI —6 MT (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —7 DSG (360 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.5 eTSI 7 DSG—8.1 s to 60 mph (8.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.5 TSI 6 MT—8.1 s to 60 mph (8.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 7 DSG—8.4 s to 60 mph (8.8 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.5 eTSI 7 DSG—5000-6000 rpm.
  • 1.5 TSI 6 MT—5000-6000 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 7 DSG—3500-4000 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.5 eTSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 5000-6000 rpm. 91%
    1.5 TSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 5000-6000 rpm. 91%
    2.0 TDI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 3500-4000 rpm. 96%
    Vehicle 1.5 eTSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.5 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3500-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive, All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Manual, Automatic
      • Transmission type: 6 MT, 5 MT, 7 DSG
      • Average acceleration: 9.6 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5400 rpm
      • Average torque: 274 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 5 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1445 kg / 3186 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2075 kg / 4575 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 8 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2017 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 1.5 TSI ACT —6 MT (200 Nm)
  • 1.0 TSI —6 MT (200 Nm)
  • 1.6 TDI SCR —5 MT (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI SCR —7 DSG (340 Nm)
  • R 2.0 TSI —7 DSG (380 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.5 TSI ACT 6 MT—9.1 s to 60 mph (9.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.0 TSI 6 MT—10 s to 60 mph (10.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 TDI SCR 5 MT—10.5 s to 60 mph (11.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI SCR 7 DSG—8.8 s to 60 mph (9.3 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • R 2.0 TSI 7 DSG—5400 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.5 TSI ACT Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive - -
    1.0 TSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive - -
    1.6 TDI SCR Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive - -
    2.0 TDI SCR Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive - -
    R 2.0 TSI Automatic 7 DSG All wheel drive (4x4) 5400 rpm. 91%
    Vehicle 1.5 TSI ACT
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 1.0 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI SCR
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI SCR
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle R 2.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive, All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Automatic, Manual
      • Transmission type: 7 DSG, 6 MT, 5 MT, 6 DSG, CVT
      • Average acceleration: 8.1 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 4406 rpm
      • Average torque: 293 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 5 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1349 kg / 2975 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1934 kg / 4264 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 6 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2017 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 1.4 TSI —7 DSG (250 Nm)
  • 1.0 TSI —7 DSG (200 Nm)
  • 1.4 TGI —6 MT (200 Nm)
  • 1.6 TDI —5 MT (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —7 DSG (340 Nm)
  • R 2.0 TSI —6 MT (380 Nm)
  • GTI 2.0 TSI —6 DSG (350 Nm)
  • GTD 2.0 TDI —6 MT (380 Nm)
  • e-Golf 35.8 kWh —CVT (290 Nm)
  • GTI TCR 2.0 TSI —7 DSG (380 Nm)
  • 1.5 TSI ACT —7 DSG (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI SCR —7 DSG (340 Nm)
  • 1.5 TGI —6 MT (200 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.0 TSI 7 DSG—9.3 s to 60 mph (9.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TGI 6 MT—10.1 s to 60 mph (10.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 TDI 5 MT—9.7 s to 60 mph (10.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 7 DSG—8.2 s to 60 mph (8.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • R 2.0 TSI 6 MT—4.8 s to 60 mph (5.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • GTD 2.0 TDI 6 MT—7.1 s to 60 mph (7.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • e-Golf 35.8 kWh CVT—9.1 s to 60 mph (9.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • GTI TCR 2.0 TSI 7 DSG—5.3 s to 60 mph (5.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.5 TSI ACT 7 DSG—7.9 s to 60 mph (8.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI SCR 7 DSG—8.3 s to 60 mph (8.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.5 TGI 6 MT—9.1 s to 60 mph (9.6 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.4 TSI 7 DSG—4500 rpm.
  • 1.4 TGI 6 MT—4800-6000 rpm.
  • 1.6 TDI 5 MT—3250-4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 7 DSG—3500-4000 rpm.
  • R 2.0 TSI 6 MT—5500-6500 rpm.
  • GTI 2.0 TSI 6 DSG—6200 rpm.
  • GTD 2.0 TDI 6 MT—3500-4000 rpm.
  • e-Golf 35.8 kWh CVT—3000-12000 rpm.
  • GTI TCR 2.0 TSI 7 DSG—5400-6400 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.4 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 4500 rpm. 96%
    1.0 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive - -
    1.4 TGI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 4800-6000 rpm. 91%
    1.6 TDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 3250-4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 TDI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 3500-4000 rpm. 96%
    R 2.0 TSI Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 5500-6500 rpm. 91%
    GTI 2.0 TSI Automatic 6 DSG Front wheel drive 6200 rpm. 84%
    GTD 2.0 TDI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 3500-4000 rpm. 96%
    e-Golf 35.8 kWh Automatic CVT Front wheel drive 3000-12000 rpm. 96%
    GTI TCR 2.0 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 5400-6400 rpm. 91%
    1.5 TSI ACT Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive - -
    2.0 TDI SCR Automatic 7 DSG All wheel drive (4x4) - -
    1.5 TGI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive - -
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 1.4 TGI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4800-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3250-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3500-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle R 2.0 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5500-6500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle GTI 2.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle GTD 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3500-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle e-Golf 35.8 kWh
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears CVT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3000-12000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle GTI TCR 2.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5400-6400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.5 TSI ACT
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI SCR
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 1.5 TGI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Manual, Automatic
      • Transmission type: 6 MT, 6 DSG
      • Average acceleration: 8.5 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 4000 rpm
      • Average torque: 305 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 5 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1509 kg / 3327 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2184 kg / 4816 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 8 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2017 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 2.0 TDI —6 MT (340 Nm)
  • 1.8 TSI —6 DSG (270 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 2.0 TDI 6 MT—8.5 s to 60 mph (8.9 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 2.0 TDI 6 MT—3500-4000 rpm.
  • 1.8 TSI 6 DSG—4500 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    2.0 TDI Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 3500-4000 rpm. 96%
    1.8 TSI Automatic 6 DSG All wheel drive (4x4) 4500 rpm. 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 3500-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.8 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 DSG
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 4500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive, All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Automatic, Manual
      • Transmission type: 7 DSG, 6 MT, 8 AT
      • Average acceleration: 8.7 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 4293 rpm
      • Average torque: 280 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 5 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1412 kg / 3113 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2042 kg / 4503 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 8 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2017 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 2.0 TDI —7 DSG (340 Nm)
  • 1.4 TGI —6 MT (200 Nm)
  • 1.4 TSI —8 AT (250 Nm)
  • 1.0 TSI —7 DSG (200 Nm)
  • 1.6 TDI —7 DSG (250 Nm)
  • R 2.0 TSI —7 DSG (400 Nm)
  • GTD 2.0 TDI —7 DSG (380 Nm)
  • 1.5 TSI ACT —7 DSG (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI SCR —7 DSG (340 Nm)
  • 1.5 TGI —7 DSG (200 Nm)
  • 1.8 TSI —6 MT (270 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 2.0 TDI 7 DSG—8.5 s to 60 mph (8.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TGI 6 MT—10.4 s to 60 mph (10.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.0 TSI 7 DSG—9.7 s to 60 mph (10.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 TDI 7 DSG—10.2 s to 60 mph (10.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • R 2.0 TSI 7 DSG—4.6 s to 60 mph (4.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • GTD 2.0 TDI 7 DSG—7.4 s to 60 mph (7.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.5 TSI ACT 7 DSG—8.3 s to 60 mph (8.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI SCR 7 DSG—8.6 s to 60 mph (9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.5 TGI 7 DSG—10.4 s to 60 mph (10.9 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 2.0 TDI 7 DSG—3500-4000 rpm.
  • 1.4 TGI 6 MT—4800-6000 rpm.
  • 1.4 TSI 8 AT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.6 TDI 7 DSG—3250-4000 rpm.
  • R 2.0 TSI 7 DSG—5500-6500 rpm.
  • GTD 2.0 TDI 7 DSG—3500-4000 rpm.
  • 1.8 TSI 6 MT—4500 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    2.0 TDI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 3500-4000 rpm. 96%
    1.4 TGI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 4800-6000 rpm. 91%
    1.4 TSI Automatic 8 AT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.0 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive - -
    1.6 TDI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 3250-4000 rpm. 96%
    R 2.0 TSI Automatic 7 DSG All wheel drive (4x4) 5500-6500 rpm. 91%
    GTD 2.0 TDI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 3500-4000 rpm. 96%
    1.5 TSI ACT Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive - -
    2.0 TDI SCR Automatic 7 DSG All wheel drive (4x4) - -
    1.5 TGI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive - -
    1.8 TSI Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 4500 rpm. 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3500-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.4 TGI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4800-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 8 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3250-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle R 2.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5500-6500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle GTD 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3500-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.5 TSI ACT
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI SCR
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 1.5 TGI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 1.8 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 4500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Manual
      • Transmission type: 6 MT, 5 MT
      • Average acceleration: 10.1 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 4500 rpm
      • Average torque: 225 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 6 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1364 kg / 3008 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1994 kg / 4397 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 6 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2015 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 1.2 TSI —6 MT (175 Nm)
  • 1.4 TSI —6 MT (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —5 MT (250 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.2 TSI 6 MT—10.9 s to 60 mph (11.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TSI 6 MT—8.4 s to 60 mph (8.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 5 MT—11.1 s to 60 mph (11.7 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.2 TSI 6 MT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.4 TSI 6 MT—5000-6000 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 5 MT—3500 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.2 TSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.4 TSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 5000-6000 rpm. 91%
    2.0 TDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 3500 rpm. 96%
    Vehicle 1.2 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Automatic
      • Transmission type: 7 DSG, 6 DSG
      • Average acceleration: 9.6 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 4260 rpm
      • Average torque: 243 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 6 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1392 kg / 3069 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2022 kg / 4459 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 8 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2013 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 1.2 TSI —7 DSG (175 Nm)
  • 1.0 TSI —7 DSG (200 Nm)
  • 1.4 TSI —7 DSG (250 Nm)
  • 1.6 TDI —7 DSG (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —6 DSG (340 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.2 TSI 7 DSG—10.2 s to 60 mph (10.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.0 TSI 7 DSG—9.9 s to 60 mph (10.4 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TSI 7 DSG—8.4 s to 60 mph (8.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 TDI 7 DSG—10.7 s to 60 mph (11.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 6 DSG—8.7 s to 60 mph (9.2 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.2 TSI 7 DSG—4600-5600 rpm.
  • 1.0 TSI 7 DSG—5000-5500 rpm.
  • 1.4 TSI 7 DSG—5000-6000 rpm.
  • 1.6 TDI 7 DSG—3200-4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 6 DSG—3500-4000 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.2 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 4600-5600 rpm. 96%
    1.0 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 5000-5500 rpm. 91%
    1.4 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 5000-6000 rpm. 91%
    1.6 TDI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 3200-4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 TDI Automatic 6 DSG Front wheel drive 3500-4000 rpm. 96%
    Vehicle 1.2 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4600-5600 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000-5500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3200-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3500-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Manual, Automatic
      • Transmission type: 6 MT, 6 DSG
      • Average acceleration: 9.5 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 3375 rpm
      • Average torque: 315 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 5 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1564 kg / 3449 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2284 kg / 5036 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 8 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2013 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 1.6 TDI —6 MT (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —6 DSG (380 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.6 TDI 6 MT—11.5 s to 60 mph (12.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 6 DSG—7.4 s to 60 mph (7.8 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.6 TDI 6 MT—3250-4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 6 DSG—3500-4000 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.6 TDI Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 3250-4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 TDI Automatic 6 DSG All wheel drive (4x4) 3500-4000 rpm. 96%
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 3250-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 DSG
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 3500-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Automatic
      • Transmission type: 6 DSG, 7 DSG, 7 AT, 6 AT
      • Average acceleration: 8.5 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 4188 rpm
      • Average torque: 266 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 5 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1351 kg / 2979 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1981 kg / 4368 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 6 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2013 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 1.2 TSI —7 DSG (175 Nm)
  • 1.4 TSI —7 DSG (250 Nm)
  • 1.6 TDI —7 AT (250 Nm)
  • 1.4 TGI —7 DSG (200 Nm)
  • 1.0 TSI —7 DSG (200 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —6 AT (320 Nm)
  • GTI 2.0 TSI —6 DSG (350 Nm)
  • GTD 2.0 TDI —6 DSG (380 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • GTE 1.4 TSI Hybrid 6 DSG—7.2 s to 60 mph (7.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.2 TSI 7 DSG—9.7 s to 60 mph (10.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TSI 7 DSG—8 s to 60 mph (8.4 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 TDI 7 AT—10.2 s to 60 mph (10.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TGI 7 DSG—10.4 s to 60 mph (10.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.0 TSI 7 DSG—9.2 s to 60 mph (9.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 6 AT—8.2 s to 60 mph (8.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • GTI 2.0 TSI 6 DSG—6.1 s to 60 mph (6.4 s to 100 kmh )
  • GTD 2.0 TDI 6 DSG—7.1 s to 60 mph (7.5 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.2 TSI 7 DSG—5000 rpm.
  • 1.4 TSI 7 DSG—4500-6000 rpm.
  • 1.6 TDI 7 AT—3000-4000 rpm.
  • 1.4 TGI 7 DSG—4800-6000 rpm.
  • 1.0 TSI 7 DSG—5000-5500 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 6 AT—3000-4000 rpm.
  • GTI 2.0 TSI 6 DSG—4700-6200 rpm.
  • GTD 2.0 TDI 6 DSG—3500-4000 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    GTE 1.4 TSI Hybrid Automatic 6 DSG Front wheel drive - -
    1.2 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.4 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 4500-6000 rpm. 96%
    1.6 TDI Automatic 7 AT Front wheel drive 3000-4000 rpm. 96%
    1.4 TGI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 4800-6000 rpm. 91%
    1.0 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 5000-5500 rpm. 91%
    2.0 TDI Automatic 6 AT Front wheel drive 3000-4000 rpm. 96%
    GTI 2.0 TSI Automatic 6 DSG Front wheel drive 4700-6200 rpm. 96%
    GTD 2.0 TDI Automatic 6 DSG Front wheel drive 3500-4000 rpm. 96%
    Vehicle GTE 1.4 TSI Hybrid
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 1.2 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4500-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3000-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.4 TGI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4800-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000-5500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3000-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle GTI 2.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4700-6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle GTD 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3500-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Manual, Automatic
      • Transmission type: 6 MT, 7 DSG, 7 AT, 6 AT
      • Average acceleration: 9.3 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 4114 rpm
      • Average torque: 254 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 5 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1348 kg / 2972 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1933 kg / 4262 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 6 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2013 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 1.2 TSI —6 MT (175 Nm)
  • 1.0 TSI —6 MT (200 Nm)
  • 1.4 TSI —7 DSG (250 Nm)
  • 1.4 TGI —6 MT (200 Nm)
  • 1.6 TDI —7 AT (250 Nm)
  • GTD 2.0 TDI —6 MT (380 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —6 AT (320 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.2 TSI 6 MT—10.2 s to 60 mph (10.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.0 TSI 6 MT—9.6 s to 60 mph (10.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TSI 7 DSG—8.5 s to 60 mph (8.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TGI 6 MT—10.4 s to 60 mph (10.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 TDI 7 AT—10.6 s to 60 mph (11.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • GTD 2.0 TDI 6 MT—7.5 s to 60 mph (7.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 6 AT—8.5 s to 60 mph (8.9 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.2 TSI 6 MT—4500-5500 rpm.
  • 1.0 TSI 6 MT—5000-5500 rpm.
  • 1.4 TSI 7 DSG—4500-6000 rpm.
  • 1.4 TGI 6 MT—4800-6000 rpm.
  • 1.6 TDI 7 AT—3000-4000 rpm.
  • GTD 2.0 TDI 6 MT—3500-4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 6 AT—3500-4000 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.2 TSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 4500-5500 rpm. 96%
    1.0 TSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 5000-5500 rpm. 91%
    1.4 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 4500-6000 rpm. 96%
    1.4 TGI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 4800-6000 rpm. 91%
    1.6 TDI Automatic 7 AT Front wheel drive 3000-4000 rpm. 96%
    GTD 2.0 TDI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 3500-4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 TDI Automatic 6 AT Front wheel drive 3500-4000 rpm. 96%
    Vehicle 1.2 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4500-5500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.0 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000-5500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4500-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.4 TGI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4800-6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3000-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle GTD 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3500-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 3500-4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Manual, Automatic
      • Transmission type: 6 MT, 7 DSG, 5 MT, 6 DSG
      • Average acceleration: 10 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 4850 rpm
      • Average torque: 246 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 6 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1493 kg / 3292 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2168 kg / 4780 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 8 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2012 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 1.2 TSI —6 MT (175 Nm)
  • 1.4 TSI —7 DSG (240 Nm)
  • 1.6 TDI —5 MT (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —6 DSG (320 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.2 TSI 6 MT—11.1 s to 60 mph (11.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TSI 7 DSG—8 s to 60 mph (8.4 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 TDI 5 MT—11.5 s to 60 mph (12.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 6 DSG—9.4 s to 60 mph (9.9 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.2 TSI 6 MT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.4 TSI 7 DSG—5800 rpm.
  • 1.6 TDI 5 MT—4400 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 6 DSG—4200 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.2 TSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.4 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 5800 rpm. 84%
    1.6 TDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4400 rpm. 96%
    2.0 TDI Automatic 6 DSG Front wheel drive 4200 rpm. 96%
    Vehicle 1.2 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: All wheel drive (4x4), Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Manual, Automatic
      • Transmission type: 6 MT, 7 DSG, 6 AT, 5 AT, 5 MT
      • Average acceleration: 8.6 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5210 rpm
      • Average torque: 255 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 5 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1311 kg / 2891 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1896 kg / 4181 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 6 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2009 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • R 2.0 TSI —6 MT (350 Nm)
  • GTD 2.0 TDI —7 DSG (350 Nm)
  • 1.4 TSI —6 AT (240 Nm)
  • 1.4 —5 AT (132 Nm)
  • 1.6 —5 MT (148 Nm)
  • 2.0 FSI —6 AT (200 Nm)
  • GTI 2.0 TSI —6 AT (280 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI —6 AT (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —5 AT (320 Nm)
  • 2.0 TSI —6 AT (280 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • R 2.0 TSI 6 MT—5.2 s to 60 mph (5.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • GTD 2.0 TDI 7 DSG—7.7 s to 60 mph (8.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TSI 6 AT—7.3 s to 60 mph (7.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 5 AT—13.2 s to 60 mph (13.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 5 MT—10.7 s to 60 mph (11.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 FSI 6 AT—9 s to 60 mph (9.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • GTI 2.0 TSI 6 AT—6.6 s to 60 mph (6.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI 6 AT—10.7 s to 60 mph (11.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 5 AT—9.2 s to 60 mph (9.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TSI 6 AT—6.8 s to 60 mph (7.2 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • R 2.0 TSI 6 MT—6000 rpm.
  • GTD 2.0 TDI 7 DSG—4200 rpm.
  • 1.4 TSI 6 AT—6000 rpm.
  • 1.4 5 AT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.6 5 MT—5600 rpm.
  • 2.0 FSI 6 AT—6000 rpm.
  • GTI 2.0 TSI 6 AT—6200 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI 6 AT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 5 AT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 TSI 6 AT—5100 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    R 2.0 TSI Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 6000 rpm. 84%
    GTD 2.0 TDI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 4200 rpm. 96%
    1.4 TSI Automatic 6 AT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 84%
    1.4 Automatic 5 AT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.6 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5600 rpm. 91%
    2.0 FSI Automatic 6 AT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 84%
    GTI 2.0 TSI Automatic 6 AT Front wheel drive 6200 rpm. 84%
    1.9 TDI Automatic 6 AT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 TDI Automatic 5 AT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 TSI Automatic 6 AT Front wheel drive 5100 rpm. 91%
    Vehicle R 2.0 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle GTD 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.4
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 5 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5600 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 2.0 FSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle GTI 2.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 5 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5100 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Manual, Automatic
      • Transmission type: 6 MT, 7 AT, 5 MT
      • Average acceleration: 10.3 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 4900 rpm
      • Average torque: 255 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 6 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1435 kg / 3164 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2065 kg / 4553 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 8 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2010 Volkswagen Golf through generations

    Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.2 6 MT—10.7 s to 60 mph (11.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 7 AT—8 s to 60 mph (8.4 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 TDI 5 MT—11.3 s to 60 mph (11.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 7 AT—11.3 s to 60 mph (11.9 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.2 6 MT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.4 7 AT—5800 rpm.
  • 1.6 TDI 5 MT—4400 rpm.
  • 1.6 7 AT—4400 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.2 Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.4 Automatic 7 AT Front wheel drive 5800 rpm. 84%
    1.6 TDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4400 rpm. 96%
    1.6 Automatic 7 AT Front wheel drive 4400 rpm. 96%
    Vehicle 1.2
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.4
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.6
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Manual, Automatic
      • Transmission type: 5 MT, 6 MT, 6 AT
      • Average acceleration: 10.9 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5057 rpm
      • Average torque: 200 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 7 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1353 kg / 2983 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1983 kg / 4373 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 6 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2004 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 1.4 i 16V —5 MT (126 Nm)
  • 1.4 TSI —6 MT (200 Nm)
  • 1.6 —6 MT (148 Nm)
  • 1.6 FSI —6 MT (155 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI —5 MT (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —6 AT (320 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.4 i 16V 5 MT—15.4 s to 60 mph (16.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TSI 6 MT—9.6 s to 60 mph (10.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 6 MT—11.4 s to 60 mph (12 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 FSI 6 MT—11.2 s to 60 mph (11.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—11.3 s to 60 mph (11.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 6 AT—9.2 s to 60 mph (9.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 6 MT—8.1 s to 60 mph (8.5 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.4 i 16V 5 MT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.4 TSI 6 MT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.6 6 MT—5600 rpm.
  • 1.6 FSI 6 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 6 AT—4000 rpm.
  • 1.4 6 MT—5800 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.4 i 16V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.4 TSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.6 Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 5600 rpm. 91%
    1.6 FSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 84%
    1.9 TDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 TDI Automatic 6 AT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    1.4 Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 5800 rpm. 84%
    Vehicle 1.4 i 16V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5600 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6 FSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.4
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Manual, Automatic
      • Transmission type: 5 MT, 7 DSG, 7 AT, 6 MT
      • Average acceleration: 10.8 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 4850 rpm
      • Average torque: 236 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 6 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1445 kg / 3186 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 2075 kg / 4575 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 8 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2009 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 1.4 —5 MT (132 Nm)
  • 1.4 TSI —7 DSG (240 Nm)
  • 1.6 TDI —7 AT (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —6 MT (320 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.4 5 MT—14.2 s to 60 mph (14.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TSI 7 DSG—8.1 s to 60 mph (8.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 TDI 7 AT—11.4 s to 60 mph (12 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 6 MT—9.3 s to 60 mph (9.8 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.4 5 MT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.4 TSI 7 DSG—5800 rpm.
  • 1.6 TDI 7 AT—4400 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 6 MT—4200 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.4 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.4 TSI Automatic 7 DSG Front wheel drive 5800 rpm. 84%
    1.6 TDI Automatic 7 AT Front wheel drive 4400 rpm. 96%
    2.0 TDI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 4200 rpm. 96%
    Vehicle 1.4
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 DSG
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.6 TDI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Manual
      • Transmission type: 6 MT, 5 MT
      • Average acceleration: 11 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 4920 rpm
      • Average torque: 218 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 6 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1332 kg / 2937 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1917 kg / 4227 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 6 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2007 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 1.4 TSI —6 MT (240 Nm)
  • 1.4 i 16V —5 MT (132 Nm)
  • 1.6 i —5 MT (148 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI —5 MT (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —6 MT (320 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.4 TSI 6 MT—8.1 s to 60 mph (8.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 i 16V 5 MT—14.2 s to 60 mph (14.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 i 5 MT—11.7 s to 60 mph (12.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—11.6 s to 60 mph (12.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 6 MT—9.3 s to 60 mph (9.8 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.4 TSI 6 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 1.4 i 16V 5 MT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.6 i 5 MT—5600 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 6 MT—4000 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.4 TSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 84%
    1.4 i 16V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.6 i Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5600 rpm. 91%
    1.9 TDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 TDI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.4 i 16V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6 i
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5600 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive, All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Manual, Automatic
      • Transmission type: 6 MT, 5 MT, 7 AT, 6 AT
      • Average acceleration: 10 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5038 rpm
      • Average torque: 221 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 6 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1290 kg / 2844 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1875 kg / 4134 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 6 / 10

    Gearbox types in 2004 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 1.4 FSI —5 MT (130 Nm)
  • 1.4 TSI DSG —5 MT (240 Nm)
  • 1.4 i 16V —5 MT (126 Nm)
  • 1.4 TSI —7 AT (200 Nm)
  • 1.6 FSI —6 MT (155 Nm)
  • 1.6 i —6 AT (148 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI —5 MT (210 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI 4Motion —6 AT (250 Nm)
  • 2.0 FSI —6 MT (200 Nm)
  • 2.0 FSI 4Motion —6 MT (200 Nm)
  • 2.0 SDI —5 MT (140 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI —6 MT (320 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI 4Motion —6 MT (320 Nm)
  • R32 —6 MT (320 Nm)
  • 2.0 TDI DPF —6 MT (350 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 2.0 GTI 6 MT—6.8 s to 60 mph (7.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 FSI 5 MT—12.3 s to 60 mph (12.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TSI DSG 5 MT—7.3 s to 60 mph (7.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 i 16V 5 MT—14 s to 60 mph (14.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 TSI 7 AT—8.9 s to 60 mph (9.4 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 FSI 6 MT—10.3 s to 60 mph (10.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 i 6 AT—11.9 s to 60 mph (12.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—12.3 s to 60 mph (12.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI 4Motion 6 AT—10.7 s to 60 mph (11.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 FSI 6 MT—8.5 s to 60 mph (8.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 FSI 4Motion 6 MT—8.7 s to 60 mph (9.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 SDI 5 MT—15.9 s to 60 mph (16.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 6 MT—8.8 s to 60 mph (9.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI 4Motion 6 MT—9 s to 60 mph (9.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • R32 6 MT—6.2 s to 60 mph (6.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 TDI DPF 6 MT—7.8 s to 60 mph (8.2 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 2.0 GTI 6 MT—5100 rpm.
  • 1.4 FSI 5 MT—5200 rpm.
  • 1.4 TSI DSG 5 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 1.4 i 16V 5 MT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.4 TSI 7 AT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.6 FSI 6 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 1.6 i 6 AT—5600 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI 4Motion 6 AT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 FSI 6 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 2.0 FSI 4Motion 6 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 2.0 SDI 5 MT—4200 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 6 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI 4Motion 6 MT—4000 rpm.
  • R32 6 MT—6300 rpm.
  • 2.0 TDI DPF 6 MT—4200 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    2.0 GTI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 5100 rpm. 91%
    1.4 FSI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5200 rpm. 91%
    1.4 TSI DSG Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 84%
    1.4 i 16V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.4 TSI Automatic 7 AT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.6 FSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 84%
    1.6 i Automatic 6 AT Front wheel drive 5600 rpm. 91%
    1.9 TDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    1.9 TDI 4Motion Automatic 6 AT All wheel drive (4x4) 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 FSI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 84%
    2.0 FSI 4Motion Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 6000 rpm. 84%
    2.0 SDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4200 rpm. 96%
    2.0 TDI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 TDI 4Motion Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 4000 rpm. 96%
    R32 Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 6300 rpm. 84%
    2.0 TDI DPF Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 4200 rpm. 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 GTI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5100 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.4 FSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI DSG
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.4 i 16V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.4 TSI
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 7 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6 FSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.6 i
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5600 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI 4Motion
    Transmission type Automatic
    Gears 6 AT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 FSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.0 FSI 4Motion
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.0 SDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI 4Motion
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle R32
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6300 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.0 TDI DPF
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive, All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Manual
      • Transmission type: 6 MT, 5 MT
      • Average acceleration: 11.4 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5315 rpm
      • Average torque: 185 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 7 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1253 kg / 2763 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1838 kg / 4053 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 4 / 10

    Gearbox types in 1999 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 1.9 TDI —6 MT (310 Nm)
  • 1.6 —5 MT (145 Nm)
  • 2.0 —5 MT (166 Nm)
  • 1.4 16V —5 MT (126 Nm)
  • 1.6 16V —5 MT (148 Nm)
  • 1.6 FSI —5 MT (155 Nm)
  • 1.8 4motion —5 MT (168 Nm)
  • 1.9 SDI —5 MT (133 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI 4motion —5 MT (202 Nm)
  • 2.3 V5 —5 MT (205 Nm)
  • 2.0 i 4motion —5 MT (166 Nm)
  • 2.3 V5 4motion —6 MT (205 Nm)
  • 2.8 V6 4motion —6 MT (270 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.9 TDI 6 MT—10 s to 60 mph (10.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 5 MT—11.3 s to 60 mph (11.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 5 MT—10.8 s to 60 mph (11.4 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 16V 5 MT—14.3 s to 60 mph (15 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 16V 5 MT—10.5 s to 60 mph (11 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 FSI 5 MT—11.1 s to 60 mph (11.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 4motion 5 MT—9.4 s to 60 mph (9.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 SDI 5 MT—17.1 s to 60 mph (18 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI 4motion 5 MT—12.7 s to 60 mph (13.4 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.3 V5 5 MT—8.4 s to 60 mph (8.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 i 4motion 5 MT—11.4 s to 60 mph (12 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.3 V5 4motion 6 MT—9.3 s to 60 mph (9.8 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.9 TDI 6 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 1.6 5 MT—5600 rpm.
  • 2.0 5 MT—5400 rpm.
  • 1.4 16V 5 MT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.6 16V 5 MT—5700 rpm.
  • 1.6 FSI 5 MT—5800 rpm.
  • 1.8 4motion 5 MT—5800 rpm.
  • 1.9 SDI 5 MT—4200 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI 4motion 5 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.3 V5 5 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 2.0 i 4motion 5 MT—5400 rpm.
  • 2.3 V5 4motion 6 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 2.8 V6 4motion 6 MT—6200 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.9 TDI Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    1.6 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5600 rpm. 91%
    2.0 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5400 rpm. 91%
    1.4 16V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.6 16V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5700 rpm. 91%
    1.6 FSI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5800 rpm. 84%
    1.8 4motion Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 5800 rpm. 84%
    1.9 SDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4200 rpm. 96%
    1.9 TDI 4motion Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.3 V5 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 84%
    2.0 i 4motion Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 5400 rpm. 91%
    2.3 V5 4motion Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 6000 rpm. 84%
    2.8 V6 4motion Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 6200 rpm. 84%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.6
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5600 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 2.0
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.4 16V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6 16V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5700 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6 FSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.8 4motion
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.9 SDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI 4motion
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.3 V5
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.0 i 4motion
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 2.3 V5 4motion
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.8 V6 4motion
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive, All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Manual
      • Transmission type: 5 MT, 6 MT
      • Average acceleration: 9.6 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5500 rpm
      • Average torque: 193 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 6 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1243 kg / 2741 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1783 kg / 3932 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 4 / 10

    Gearbox types in 1998 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 2.3 VR5 —5 MT (220 Nm)
  • 1.8 —5 MT (170 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI —5 MT (202 Nm)
  • 2.3 V5 —5 MT (205 Nm)
  • 2.0 —5 MT (170 Nm)
  • 1.4 16V —5 MT (126 Nm)
  • 1.6 —5 MT (145 Nm)
  • 1.6 16V —5 MT (148 Nm)
  • 1.6 i 16V FSI —5 MT (155 Nm)
  • 1.8 4motion —5 MT (168 Nm)
  • 1.8 T —5 MT (210 Nm)
  • 1.8 T 20 V —6 MT (235 Nm)
  • 1.9 SDI —5 MT (133 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI 4motion —5 MT (202 Nm)
  • 2.0 4motion —5 MT (170 Nm)
  • 2.3 VR5 4motion —6 MT (220 Nm)
  • 2.3 V5 4motion —6 MT (205 Nm)
  • 3.2 i VR6 24V RSI —6 MT (310 Nm)
  • 2.8 V6 4motion —6 MT (270 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 2.3 VR5 5 MT—7.8 s to 60 mph (8.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 5 MT—9.4 s to 60 mph (9.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—11.4 s to 60 mph (12 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.3 V5 5 MT—8.4 s to 60 mph (8.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 5 MT—9.5 s to 60 mph (10 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 16V 5 MT—12.4 s to 60 mph (13 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 5 MT—10.4 s to 60 mph (10.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 16V 5 MT—9.5 s to 60 mph (10 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 i 16V FSI 5 MT—10.1 s to 60 mph (10.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 4motion 5 MT—9.4 s to 60 mph (9.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 T 5 MT—8.1 s to 60 mph (8.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 T 20 V 6 MT—7.5 s to 60 mph (7.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 SDI 5 MT—16.3 s to 60 mph (17.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI 4motion 5 MT—12.4 s to 60 mph (13 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 4motion 5 MT—10.5 s to 60 mph (11 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.3 VR5 4motion 6 MT—8.4 s to 60 mph (8.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.3 V5 4motion 6 MT—8.6 s to 60 mph (9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 3.2 i VR6 24V RSI 6 MT—6.3 s to 60 mph (6.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.8 V6 4motion 6 MT—6.7 s to 60 mph (7.1 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 2.3 VR5 5 MT—6200 rpm.
  • 1.8 5 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.3 V5 5 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 2.0 5 MT—5200 rpm.
  • 1.4 16V 5 MT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.6 5 MT—5600 rpm.
  • 1.6 16V 5 MT—5700 rpm.
  • 1.6 i 16V FSI 5 MT—5800 rpm.
  • 1.8 4motion 5 MT—5800 rpm.
  • 1.8 T 5 MT—5700 rpm.
  • 1.8 T 20 V 6 MT—5500 rpm.
  • 1.9 SDI 5 MT—4200 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI 4motion 5 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 4motion 5 MT—5200 rpm.
  • 2.3 VR5 4motion 6 MT—6200 rpm.
  • 2.3 V5 4motion 6 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 3.2 i VR6 24V RSI 6 MT—6200 rpm.
  • 2.8 V6 4motion 6 MT—6200 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    2.3 VR5 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 6200 rpm. 84%
    1.8 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 84%
    1.9 TDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.3 V5 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 84%
    2.0 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5200 rpm. 91%
    1.4 16V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.6 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5600 rpm. 91%
    1.6 16V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5700 rpm. 91%
    1.6 i 16V FSI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5800 rpm. 84%
    1.8 4motion Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 5800 rpm. 84%
    1.8 T Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5700 rpm. 91%
    1.8 T 20 V Manual 6 MT Front wheel drive 5500 rpm. 91%
    1.9 SDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4200 rpm. 96%
    1.9 TDI 4motion Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 4motion Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 5200 rpm. 91%
    2.3 VR5 4motion Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 6200 rpm. 84%
    2.3 V5 4motion Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 6000 rpm. 84%
    3.2 i VR6 24V RSI Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 6200 rpm. 84%
    2.8 V6 4motion Manual 6 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 6200 rpm. 84%
    Vehicle 2.3 VR5
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.8
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.3 V5
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.0
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.4 16V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5600 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6 16V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5700 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6 i 16V FSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.8 4motion
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 1.8 T
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5700 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.8 T 20 V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.9 SDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI 4motion
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 4motion
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 2.3 VR5 4motion
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.3 V5 4motion
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 3.2 i VR6 24V RSI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.8 V6 4motion
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 6 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 6200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Manual
      • Transmission type: 5 MT
      • Average acceleration: 12.2 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5100 rpm
      • Average torque: 161 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 7 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1185 kg / 2613 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1725 kg / 3804 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 4 / 10

    Gearbox types in 1998 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 2.0i —5 MT (166 Nm)
  • 1.8i —5 MT (145 Nm)
  • 1.6i —5 MT (145 Nm)
  • 1.8 i —5 MT (140 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI —5 MT (210 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 2.0i 5 MT—10.2 s to 60 mph (10.7 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8i 5 MT—12.4 s to 60 mph (13.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6i 5 MT—11.3 s to 60 mph (11.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 i 5 MT—14.7 s to 60 mph (15.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—12.6 s to 60 mph (13.3 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 2.0i 5 MT—5400 rpm.
  • 1.8i 5 MT—5500 rpm.
  • 1.6i 5 MT—5600 rpm.
  • 1.8 i 5 MT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—4000 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    2.0i Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5400 rpm. 91%
    1.8i Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5500 rpm. 91%
    1.6i Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5600 rpm. 91%
    1.8 i Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.9 TDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    Vehicle 2.0i
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.8i
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6i
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5600 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.8 i
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive, All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Manual
      • Transmission type: 5 MT
      • Average acceleration: 13.4 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 4868 rpm
      • Average torque: 162 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 8 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1269 kg / 2798 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1854 kg / 4088 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 6 / 10

    Gearbox types in 1994 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 1.9 TDI —5 MT (235 Nm)
  • 1.4 —5 MT (116 Nm)
  • 1.6 —5 MT (135 Nm)
  • 1.8 —5 MT (145 Nm)
  • 1.8 Syncro —5 MT (145 Nm)
  • 1.9 SDI —5 MT (125 Nm)
  • 1.9 TD —5 MT (140 Nm)
  • 1.9 D —5 MT (124 Nm)
  • 2.0 —5 MT (170 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI Syncro —5 MT (202 Nm)
  • 2.9 VR6 Syncro —5 MT (245 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—10.8 s to 60 mph (11.4 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 5 MT—14.2 s to 60 mph (14.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 5 MT—14.2 s to 60 mph (14.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 5 MT—12.2 s to 60 mph (12.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 Syncro 5 MT—13.3 s to 60 mph (14 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 SDI 5 MT—17.7 s to 60 mph (18.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TD 5 MT—15.1 s to 60 mph (15.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 D 5 MT—17.7 s to 60 mph (18.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 5 MT—10.3 s to 60 mph (10.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI Syncro 5 MT—13.9 s to 60 mph (14.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.9 VR6 Syncro 5 MT—7.7 s to 60 mph (8.1 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—4150 rpm.
  • 1.4 5 MT—5200 rpm.
  • 1.6 5 MT—5200 rpm.
  • 1.8 5 MT—5500 rpm.
  • 1.8 Syncro 5 MT—5500 rpm.
  • 1.9 SDI 5 MT—4200 rpm.
  • 1.9 TD 5 MT—4400 rpm.
  • 1.9 D 5 MT—4400 rpm.
  • 2.0 5 MT—5200 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI Syncro 5 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.9 VR6 Syncro 5 MT—5800 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.9 TDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4150 rpm. 96%
    1.4 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5200 rpm. 91%
    1.6 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5200 rpm. 91%
    1.8 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5500 rpm. 91%
    1.8 Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 5500 rpm. 91%
    1.9 SDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4200 rpm. 96%
    1.9 TD Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4400 rpm. 96%
    1.9 D Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4400 rpm. 96%
    2.0 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5200 rpm. 91%
    1.9 TDI Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.9 VR6 Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 5800 rpm. 84%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4150 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.4
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.8
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.8 Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.9 SDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.9 TD
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.9 D
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.9 VR6 Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive, All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Manual
      • Transmission type: 5 MT
      • Average acceleration: 12.1 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5057 rpm
      • Average torque: 166 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 7 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1181 kg / 2604 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1721 kg / 3795 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 4 / 10

    Gearbox types in 1992 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 1.8 —5 MT (145 Nm)
  • 1.4 —5 MT (103 Nm)
  • 1.6 —5 MT (135 Nm)
  • 1.8 Syncro —5 MT (145 Nm)
  • 1.9 D —5 MT (124 Nm)
  • 1.9 SDI —5 MT (125 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI —5 MT (202 Nm)
  • 1.9 TD,GTD —5 MT (140 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI Syncro —5 MT (202 Nm)
  • 2.0 GTI 16V —5 MT (180 Nm)
  • 2.0 Syncro —5 MT (166 Nm)
  • 2.0 —5 MT (170 Nm)
  • 2.8 VR6 —5 MT (235 Nm)
  • 2.9 VR6 Syncro —5 MT (245 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.8 5 MT—11.5 s to 60 mph (12.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.4 5 MT—17.1 s to 60 mph (18 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 5 MT—13.3 s to 60 mph (14 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 Syncro 5 MT—12 s to 60 mph (12.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 D 5 MT—16.7 s to 60 mph (17.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 SDI 5 MT—16.7 s to 60 mph (17.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—11.9 s to 60 mph (12.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TD,GTD 5 MT—14.3 s to 60 mph (15.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI Syncro 5 MT—13.2 s to 60 mph (13.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 GTI 16V 5 MT—7.9 s to 60 mph (8.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 Syncro 5 MT—10.5 s to 60 mph (11 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0 5 MT—9.6 s to 60 mph (10.1 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.8 VR6 5 MT—7.4 s to 60 mph (7.8 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.9 VR6 Syncro 5 MT—7.1 s to 60 mph (7.5 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.8 5 MT—5500 rpm.
  • 1.4 5 MT—5200 rpm.
  • 1.6 5 MT—5200 rpm.
  • 1.8 Syncro 5 MT—5500 rpm.
  • 1.9 D 5 MT—4400 rpm.
  • 1.9 SDI 5 MT—4400 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 1.9 TD,GTD 5 MT—4400 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI Syncro 5 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.0 GTI 16V 5 MT—6000 rpm.
  • 2.0 Syncro 5 MT—5400 rpm.
  • 2.0 5 MT—5200 rpm.
  • 2.8 VR6 5 MT—5800 rpm.
  • 2.9 VR6 Syncro 5 MT—5800 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.8 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5500 rpm. 91%
    1.4 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5200 rpm. 91%
    1.6 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5200 rpm. 91%
    1.8 Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 5500 rpm. 91%
    1.9 D Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4400 rpm. 96%
    1.9 SDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4400 rpm. 96%
    1.9 TDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    1.9 TD,GTD Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4400 rpm. 96%
    1.9 TDI Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0 GTI 16V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 6000 rpm. 84%
    2.0 Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 5400 rpm. 91%
    2.0 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5200 rpm. 91%
    2.8 VR6 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5800 rpm. 84%
    2.9 VR6 Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 5800 rpm. 84%
    Vehicle 1.8
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.4
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.8 Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.9 D
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.9 SDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.9 TD,GTD
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0 GTI 16V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 6000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.0 Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 2.0
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 2.8 VR6
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%
    Vehicle 2.9 VR6 Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 5800 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 84%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Manual
      • Transmission type: 5 MT
      • Average acceleration: 12.3 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5000 rpm
      • Average torque: 165 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 8 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1280 kg / 2822 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1865 kg / 4112 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 6 / 10

    Gearbox types in 1994 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 1.6i —5 MT (145 Nm)
  • 1.8 i —5 MT (140 Nm)
  • 1.9 TDI —5 MT (202 Nm)
  • 2.0i —5 MT (172 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.6i 5 MT—11.3 s to 60 mph (11.9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 i 5 MT—14.7 s to 60 mph (15.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—12.6 s to 60 mph (13.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 2.0i 5 MT—10.6 s to 60 mph (11.2 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.6i 5 MT—5600 rpm.
  • 1.8 i 5 MT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.9 TDI 5 MT—4000 rpm.
  • 2.0i 5 MT—5400 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.6i Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5600 rpm. 91%
    1.8 i Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.9 TDI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 4000 rpm. 96%
    2.0i Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5400 rpm. 91%
    Vehicle 1.6i
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5600 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.8 i
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.9 TDI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 4000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 96%
    Vehicle 2.0i
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5400 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Manual
      • Transmission type: 4 MT, 5 MT
      • Average acceleration: 12.3 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5000 rpm
      • Average torque: 165 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 8 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 1280 kg / 2822 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1865 kg / 4112 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 6 / 10

    Gearbox types in 1980 Volkswagen Golf through generations

    Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.6 Manual 4 MT Front wheel drive - -
    1.8 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive - -
    Vehicle 1.6
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 4 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 1.8
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive, All wheel drive (4x4)
      • Gearbox construction: Manual
      • Transmission type: 4\5, 5 MT
      • Average acceleration: 10 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5825 rpm
      • Average torque: 172 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 6 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 977 kg / 2154 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1427 kg / 3147 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 2 / 10

    Gearbox types in 1984 Volkswagen Golf through generations

  • 1.6 —5 MT (125 Nm)
  • 1.8 GTI 16V —5 MT (168 Nm)
  • 1.8 GTI G60 —5 MT (224 Nm)

    • Acceleration with different gearboxes

  • 1.3 4\5—13.3 s to 60 mph (14 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.6 5 MT—14.4 s to 60 mph (15.2 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 5 MT—10.9 s to 60 mph (11.5 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 GTI 16V 5 MT—7.2 s to 60 mph (7.6 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 GTI G60 5 MT—7.9 s to 60 mph (8.3 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 GTI CAT 5 MT—8.6 s to 60 mph (9 s to 100 kmh )
  • 1.8 Syncro 5 MT—7.6 s to 60 mph (8 s to 100 kmh )

    Optimal engine speed at last gear

  • 1.6 5 MT—5200 rpm.
  • 1.6 D 5 MT—5000 rpm.
  • 1.8 GTI G60 5 MT—5600 rpm.
  • 1.8 Syncro 5 MT—7500 rpm.

    • Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.3 Manual 4\5 Front wheel drive - -
    1.6 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5200 rpm. 91%
    1.6 D Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5000 rpm. 91%
    1.6 TD Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive - -
    1.8 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive - -
    1.8 GTI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive - -
    1.8 GTI 16V Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive - -
    1.8 GTI G60 Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive 5600 rpm. 91%
    1.8 GTI CAT Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive - -
    1.8 Syncro Manual 5 MT All wheel drive (4x4) 7500 rpm. 69%
    Vehicle 1.3
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 4\5
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 1.6
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5200 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6 D
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5000 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.6 TD
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 1.8
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 1.8 GTI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 1.8 GTI 16V
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 1.8 GTI G60
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm 5600 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 91%
    Vehicle 1.8 GTI CAT
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -
    Vehicle 1.8 Syncro
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type All wheel drive (4x4)
    Optimal rpm 7500 rpm.
    Transmission efficiency 69%

    Quick notes on Volkswagen Golf transmission

      • Drive: Front wheel drive
      • Gearbox construction: Manual
      • Transmission type: 5 MT
      • Average acceleration: 10 s to 60 mph
      • Average optimal engine speed: 5825 rpm
      • Average torque: 172 Nm
      • Weight to torque ratio: 6 kg to 1 Nm
      • Average weight: 977 kg / 2154 lbs
      • Maximum load for transmission: 1427 kg / 3147 lbs
      • Gearboxy rating: 2 / 10

    Gearbox types in 1974 Volkswagen Golf through generations

    Vehicle Transmission type Gears Drive type Optimal rpm Transmission efficiency
    1.8 GTI Manual 5 MT Front wheel drive - -
    Vehicle 1.8 GTI
    Transmission type Manual
    Gears 5 MT
    Drive type Front wheel drive
    Optimal rpm -
    Transmission efficiency -