Volkswagen Golf 2007 Variant 1.4 TSI (gen 5)
Volkswagen Golf 2007 1.4 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Volkswagen Golf 2007 Variant 1.4 TSI has been produced from June, 2007 to January, 2009. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.4 litres, which produces power of 122 horsepower on 5500 rpm and torque 200 Nm (Newton metres) on 1500 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and KKK K03 turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 240 000 and 410 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
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The engine is prone to increased vibration at idle. The engine is also very demanding on fuel ...
This Volkswagen Golf 1.4 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.6 litres.
Volkswagen Golf 2007 Variant 1.4 TSI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 2007 Variant 1.4 TSI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 198 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Volkswagen Golf 2007 Variant 1.4 TSI fuel consumption is 6.7 litres per 100km (14.9 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 8.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 820 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1020 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 7 litres per 100 km, which is 4% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volkswagen Golf fuel consumption.
Volkswagen Golf 2007 Variant 1.4 TSI technical data
| Model: | Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.4 TSI | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 2007. June ... 2009. January | ||
| Engine: | 1400 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 157 g/km |
| Power: | 122 HP ON 5500 RPM | Torque: | 200 NM ON 1500 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 198 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.7 (combined) 8.4 (urban) 5.3 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 7 l/100km (33.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.56m (length) 1.78m (width) 1.47m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 505 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1495 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1940 kg | ||
Volkswagen Golf 2007 Variant 1.4 TSI engine CAXA
Engine reliability and common problems:
The engine is prone to increased vibration at idle. The engine is also very demanding on fuel quality. The timing chain has a low life expectancy and must be monitored. Turbine problems are also common.Overall, this engine can last around 240,000 to 410,000 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 | 1390 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 76.5 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 75.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. More service info |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Volkswagen Golf 2007 Variant 1.4 TSI oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 3.6 litres (3.8 quarts) More service info |
| Coolant capacity | 5.6 litres (5.9 quarts) |
| Power | 122 HP ON 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 NM ON 1500 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2006 |
| Duration of production | 9 years |
| Engine also used on | Volkswagen Passat Skoda Octavia Audi A3 Skoda Yeti and 8 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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All Volkswagen Golf estate car [2007 - 2009] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Volkswagen Golf 2007 Variant 1.4 16V
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
1.4 Petrol | 80 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
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Volkswagen Golf 2007 Variant 1.4 TSI
Jun 2007 — Jan 2009 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 122 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Volkswagen Golf 2007 Variant 1.4 TSI
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.5 seconds |
1.4 Petrol | 140 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Volkswagen Golf 2007 Variant 1.4 TSI
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.5 seconds |
1.4 Petrol | 140 HP | 7.1 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
| Volkswagen Golf 2007 Variant 1.6 | 1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 7.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen Golf 2007 Variant 1.6 | 1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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Volkswagen Golf 2007 Variant 1.9 TDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 105 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
| Volkswagen Golf 2007 Variant 1.9 TDI | 1.9 Diesel | 105 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Automatic (6) |
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Volkswagen Golf 2007 Variant 2.0 TDI
Most powerfull diesel version (140 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 5.6 l/100km | Manual (6) |
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Volkswagen Golf 2007 Variant 2.0 TDI
Most powerfull diesel version (140 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 140 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Automatic (6) |