Volkswagen Golf 1983 2 3 door Hatchback
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This generation of Volkswagen Golf 2 3 door has been produced from September, 1983 to October, 1986. We can provide information about 11 modifications of this generation. 1983 Volkswagen Golf is available with four wheel (4x4) drive (1 version) and front wheel drive (10 versions).
This Volkswagen (VW) is available with six petrol engines with displacement from 1.0 to 1.8 litres and power of from 45 to 129 horsepower un two diesel engines with displacement 1.6 litres and power of from 54 to 70 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (9 versions), as well as automatic (2 versions) gearbox.
Volkswagen Golf 1983 2 3 door hatchback average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 6.9 to 8.6 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5.5 to 6.6 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Volkswagen Golf 1983 2 3 door hatchback petrol engine version is Volkswagen Golf 1.05, consuming 6.9 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Volkswagen Golf 1983 2 3 door hatchback diesel - Volkswagen Golf Turbo Diesel for 100 kilometers consumes 5.5 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Volkswagen Golf real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 3 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy. For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Volkswagen Golf modification.
The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 8.6 seconds has Volkswagen Golf 1.8 GTI 16V version, conversely the tardiest one is Volkswagen Golf Diesel reaching this speed only in 22.9 seconds. The maximum top speed is 208 km/h for the 1.8 petrol 4-cylinder 129 hp version (Volkswagen Golf 1.8 GTI 16V).
Lenght of Volkswagen Golf is 398 cm, it is small car. Volkswagen Golf gross weight is from 1360 to 1540 kg (depending on modification), which is approximately the same as the average for cars of this age and class.
This Volkswagen (VW) is relatively cheap - it can be purchased (in Latvia, EU) for around 2200 €. According to user reviews, average Volkswagen Golf repair costs are 50 € per year. Users calculated Volkswagen Golf 1983 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1800 € cost per year and 0.21 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 52%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 27% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Volkswagen Golf for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Volkswagen Golf prices and costs.
Volkswagen Golf modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Volkswagen Golf 1985 1.05
Jan 1985 — Jan 1986 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.0 Petrol | 45 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (4) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1983 1.3
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.3 Petrol | 55 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (4) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1983 1.6 | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (4) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1983 1.6 | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1983 1.6 Diesel
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.6 Diesel | 54 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (4) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1983 1.6 Diesel | 1.6 Diesel | 54 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Automatic | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1984 1.6 Turbo Diesel
Jan 1984 — Oct 1986 Most powerfull diesel version (70 HP) |
1.6 Diesel | 70 HP | 5.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1985 1.8 Sep 1985 — Oct 1986 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1986 1.8 Syncro 4x4 Mar 1986 — Oct 1986 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 7.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1984 1.8 GTI Apr 1984 — Oct 1986 | 1.8 Petrol | 112 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1986 1.8 GTI 16V
Mar 1986 — Oct 1986 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.6 seconds |
1.8 Petrol | 129 HP | 8.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf prices
Volkswagen Golf 1983 - 1986 hatchback price in Latvia is from 1200 € to 3200 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Volkswagen Golf price is very low - Volkswagen Golf is approximately for 31 percents cheaper then average hatchbacks of this age (compare hatchbacks 1983 - 1986 prices). Despite of relatively low price Volkswagen Golf quality is above average (see below), so this Volkswagen (VW) can be a good buy.
Year | Lowest | Average | Highest | Availability |
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Volkswagen Golf 1983 price | 1200 € | 2200 € | 3200 € |
Volkswagen Golf total costs of ownership
How much really costs to own Volkswagen Golf? Users calculated Volkswagen Golf 1983 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 1800 € cost per year and 0.21 € cost per one kilometer.
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Volkswagen Golf 1983 2 3 door hatchback features (options)
Percentage of Volkswagen Golf with corresponding feature (option)
67% Sunroof
25%
Volkswagen Golf 1983 2 3 door hatchback photo images
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Volkswagen Golf reviews
Total 105 Volkswagen Golf owner reviews
Purchase year: | 2005 age of car 19 years) | Owned for | 240`000 kilometers (12 years) |
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Average fuel consumption: | 4.5 litres per 100km (80% urban driving) | ||
Total cost of repairs: | 660 € (~ 55 € per year) |
Would recomend this car to the friend
Pros: Reliable, cost-effective service
Cons: luggage capacity