Volkswagen Golf I Cabrio (155) GLS 1.5 (70 Hp) Specs

Volkswagen LogoVolkswagen Golf I Cabrio (155) GLS 1.5 (70 Hp) has been in production since 1979 - 1982. Cars comes in Cabriolet body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 1.5L liters, engines produces a power of 70 Hp. Fuel consumption of Volkswagen Golf I Cabrio (155) GLS 1.5 (70 Hp) is 10.3 l/100 km. The overall dimensions of the car are 3815x1610x1410 mm, and the weight is from 910 kg.

Volkswagen Golf I Cabrio (155) GLS 1.5 (70 Hp) 1979 - 1982
Volkswagen Golf I Cabrio (155) GLS 1.5 (70 Hp) 1979 - 1982
Volkswagen Golf I Cabrio (155) GLS 1.5 (70 Hp) 1979 - 1982
Volkswagen Golf I Cabrio (155) GLS 1.5 (70 Hp) 1979 - 1982
Volkswagen Golf I Cabrio (155) GLS 1.5 (70 Hp) 1979 - 1982
Volkswagen Golf I Cabrio (155) GLS 1.5 (70 Hp) 1979 - 1982
Volkswagen Golf I Cabrio (155) GLS 1.5 (70 Hp) 1979 - 1982
Volkswagen Golf I Cabrio (155) GLS 1.5 (70 Hp) 1979 - 1982


General data

GenerationGolf I Cabrio (155)
ModificationGLS 1.5 (70 Hp)
Start of productionMarch, 1979 year
End of productionAugust, 1982 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeCabriolet
Seats4
Doors2
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
ModelJB

Fuel consumption (economy), emissions

Fuel consumption - urban10.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption - extra urban7.1 l/100 km

Performance specs

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph)14.3 sec
Maximum speed150 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio13 kg/Hp, 76.9 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power70 Hp @ 5600 rpm.
Power per litre48 Hp/l
Torque110 Nm @ 2500 rpm.
Engine locationFront, Transverse
Engine displacement1457 cm3
Number of cylinders4
Position of cylindersInline
Cylinder Bore79.5 mm
Piston Stroke73.4 mm
Compression ratio8.2
Number of valves per cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainSOHC
Engine oil capacity3.5 l

Suspension and brakes specs

Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of Gears (manual transmission)4
Front suspensionIndependent, Spring McPherson, with stabilizer
Rear suspensionTransverse stabilizer, Trailing arm
Front brakesDisc
Rear brakesDrum
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Wheel rims size5J x 13

Dimensions

Length3815 mm
Width1610 mm
Height1410 mm
Wheelbase2398 mm
Front track1390 mm
Rear (Back) track1358 mm
Ride height125 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)10.3 m

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight910 kg
Max. weight1270 kg
Max load360 kg
Trunk (boot) space - minimum220 l
Fuel tank capacity40 l
Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%)1000 kg
Permitted trailer load without brakes400 kg