Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.4 TSI (gen 7)
Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.4 petrol description
Hatchback Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.4 TSI has been produced from January, 2012 to January, 2017. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.4 litres, which produces power of 122 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 200 Nm (Newton metres) on 1400 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and TD025 M2 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Volkswagen Golf 1.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.8 litres.
Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.4 TSI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.4 TSI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 203 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.4 TSI in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5.2 litres per 100km (19.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 6.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 50 litres or 13.21 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 960 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1160 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 6.5 litres per 100 km, which is 25% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volkswagen Golf fuel consumption.
Volkswagen Golf safety
During safety testing Volkswagen Golf has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Golf is evaluated with outstanding rate 94 from 100, children safety: very good mark - 89 from 100, for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Golf got 65 points from 100.
Volkswagen Golf safety equipment has been rated as good - 71 percents from 100.
Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.4 TSI technical data
| Model: | Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2012. January ... 2017. January | ||
| Engine: | 1395 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 123 g/km |
| Power: | 122 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 200 NM ON 1400 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Maximum speed: | 203 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.3 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.2 (combined) 6.6 (urban) 4.3 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.5 l/100km (36.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres (13.2 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.26m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.45m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 380 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1270 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1720 kg | ||
Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.4 TSI engine CMBA
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 1395 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 74.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 80 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.4 TSI oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 3.8 litres (4 quarts) |
| Power | 122 HP ON 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 NM ON 1400 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2012 |
| Duration of production | 2 years |
All Volkswagen Golf hatchback [2012 - 2017] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.2 TSI
Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.2 Petrol | 85 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.2 TSI Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 | 1.2 Petrol | 105 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.2 TSI
Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 105 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.4 TSI Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 | 1.4 Petrol | 122 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.4 TSI Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 | 1.4 Petrol | 122 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.4 TSI Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 | 1.4 Petrol | 140 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.4 TSI Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 | 1.4 Petrol | 140 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.6 TDI
Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.6 Diesel | 105 HP | 3.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.6 TDI Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 | 1.6 Diesel | 105 HP | 3.9 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2013 GTI 2.0 TSI Jan 2013 — Dec 2017 | 2.0 Petrol | 230 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2013 GTI 2.0 TSI Jan 2013 — Dec 2017 | 2.0 Petrol | 230 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 2013 R 2.0 TSI 4Motion 4x4
Jan 2013 — Jan 2017 Most powerfull petrol version (300 HP) |
2.0 Petrol | 300 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 2013 R 2.0 TSI 4Motion 4x4
Jan 2013 — Jan 2017 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 300 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | All wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 2012 2.0 TDI
Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 4.1 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 2012 2.0 TDI
Jan 2012 — Jan 2017 Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |