Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.2 TSI (gen 7)
Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.2 petrol description
Hatchback Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.2 TSI has been produced from January, 2012 to January, 2017. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.2 litres, which produces power of 105 horsepower on 5000 rpm and torque 175 Nm (Newton metres) on 1550 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 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 5 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 210 up to 360 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Volkswagen Golf 1.2 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 3.8 litres.
Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.2 TSI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.2 TSI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.2 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 192 km/h.
Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.2 TSI fuel consumption is 4.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (20.4 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 5.9 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 1020 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 6.4 litres per 100 km, which is 31% 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 1.2 TSI technical data
| Model: | Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 2012. January ... 2017. January | ||
| Engine: | 1197 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 114 g/km |
| Power: | 105 HP ON 5000 RPM | Torque: | 175 NM ON 1550 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (6 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 192 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.2 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.9 (combined) 5.9 (urban) 4.3 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.4 l/100km (36.8 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 | ||
| Ground clearance: | 142 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 380 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1270 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1720 kg | ||
Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.2 TSI engine CJZA
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 210,000 to 360,000 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 | 1197 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 71 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 75.6 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 : 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 1.2 TSI oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 3.8 litres (4 quarts) |
| Power | 105 HP ON 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 NM ON 1550 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 2012 |
| Duration of production | 3 years |
| Engine also used on | Skoda Octavia Seat Leon |
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All Volkswagen Golf hatchback [2012 - 2017] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.2 TSI
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 | 1.2 Petrol | 105 HP | 4.9 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.2 TSI
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.2 Petrol | 105 HP | 4.8 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.4 TSI | 1.4 Petrol | 122 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.4 TSI | 1.4 Petrol | 122 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.4 TSI | 1.4 Petrol | 140 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.4 TSI | 1.4 Petrol | 140 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.6 TDI
Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.6 Diesel | 105 HP | 3.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2012 1.6 TDI | 1.6 Diesel | 105 HP | 3.9 l/100km | Automatic (7) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2013 GTI 2.0 TSI Jan 2013 — Dec 2016 | 2.0 Petrol | 220 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2013 GTI 2.0 TSI Jan 2013 — Dec 2016 | 2.0 Petrol | 220 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2013 GTI Performance 2.0 TSI Jan 2013 — Dec 2016 | 2.0 Petrol | 230 HP | 6.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2013 GTI Performance 2.0 TSI Jan 2013 — Dec 2016 | 2.0 Petrol | 230 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2016 GTI Clubsport 2.0 TSI Jan 2016 — Dec 2016 | 2.0 Petrol | 265 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2016 GTI Clubsport 2.0 TSI Jan 2016 — Dec 2016 | 2.0 Petrol | 265 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 2013 R 2.0 TSI 4x4
Jan 2013 — Dec 2016 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 4x4
Jan 2013 — Dec 2016 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
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
Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP) |
2.0 Diesel | 150 HP | 4.4 l/100km | Automatic (6) | Front wheel |