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2014 Golf

Technical Specifications

ENGINE

Type

Bore 3.25 in 82.5 mm 3.19 in 81.0 mm

Stroke 3.65 in 92.8 mm 3.76 in 95.5 mm

Displacement 151 cu in 2480 cc 120 cu in 1968 cc

Compression Ratio 9.5:1 16.5:1

Horsepower (SAE) @ rpm 170 @ 5700 (125kW @ 5700) 140 @ 4000 (103 kW @ 4000)

Maximum torque, lb-ft @ rpm 177 lb-ft @ 4250 (240Nm @ 4250)

Fuel Requirement Regular unleaded

ENGINE DESIGN

Arrangement Front mounted, transverse Front mounted, transverse

Cylinder block Cast iron Cast iron

Crankshaft Cast iron, six main bearings Forged steel, five main bearings

Cylinder head Aluminum alloy, crossflow Aluminum alloy, crossflow

Valvetrain

DRIVETRAIN

Driven wheels Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive

Automatic Manual Automatic

Transmission Gear Ratios:1 1st 4.04 1st 3.77 3.46

2nd 2.37 2nd 1.96 2.05

3rd 1.56 3rd 1.26 1.30

4th 1.16 4th 0.87 0.90

5th 0.85 5th 0.86 0.91

6th 0.67 6th 0.72 0.76

Reverse 3.19 Reverse 4.55 3.99

Final I

3.87

Final I

3.45 4.12

Final II 2.76 3.04

CAPACITIES

Fuel Tank 14.5 gal 55 L 14.5 gal 55 L

STEERING

Type

Turns (lock to lock) 3.01 3.01

Turning Circle (curb to curb) 35.8 ft 10.9 m 35.8 ft 10.9 m

Ratio 16.4 : 1 16.4 : 1

INTERIOR VOLUME - SAE

EPA Class Compact Compact

Seating Capacity Five Five

Passenger Volume 92.9 cu ft 92.9 cu ft

Cargo Volume 15.2 cu ft 15.2 cu ft

Front Rear Front Rear

Volume 51.2 cu ft 41.7 cu ft 51.2 cu ft 41.7 cu ft

Headroom (in/mm) 39.3/998 38.5/979 39.3/998 38.5/979

Shoulder room (in/mm) 54.7/1390 52.8/1341 54.7/1390 52.8/1341

Legroom (in/mm) 41.2/1046 35.5/901 41.2/1046 35.5/901

BODY, CHASSIS AND SUSPENSION

Type

Unitary construction

Body Material Steel stampings Steel stampings

Front Suspension

Rear Suspension

Brakes

Anti-Lock Braking System

Stability Control

Parking Brake Mechanical Mechanical

Wheels/tires

Drag Coefficient 0.32 0.32

Power assisted, dual circuit, 11.3 x 1.0-in

vented front discs and 10.7 x 0.4-in solid

rear discs

Standard, all four wheels, three-channel

with electronic brake pressure

distribution

Standard Electronic Stability Control

(ESC)

15-in x 6J steel wheels

195/65 R15 H all-season tires

Golf 2.5L

Golf TDI

2.0L, inline four cylinder, 16V,

turbocharged and intercooled, DI

2.5L, inline five cylinder, 20 V, MPFI

Rack and pinion: electric power assist

236 lb-ft @ 1750

(320Nm @ 1750)

Double overhead camshaft, chain driven

with automatic tensioner, four valves per

cylinder, maintenance-free hydraulic lifters,

variable intake timing

Strut-type with lower control arms, coil

springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar

Strut-type with lower control arms, coil

springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar

Rack and pinion, electric power assist

Multilink with coil springs, telescopic

dampers, anti-roll bar

Standard, all four wheels, three-channel

with electronic brake pressure

distribution

Standard Electronic Stability Control

(ESC)

Multilink with coil springs, telescopic

dampers, anti-roll bar

Power assisted, dual circuit, 11.3 x 1.0-in

vented front discs and 10.7 x 0.4-in solid

rear discs

17-in x 7.5J aluminum-alloy wheels

225/45 R17 H all-season tires

Double overhead camshaft, spur belt

driven, four valves per cylinder,

maintenance-free hydraulic lifters

Diesel

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Summary

Engine Specifications

Engine Design Details

Details on engine arrangement, cylinder block, crankshaft, cylinder head, and valvetrain.

Drivetrain Information

Transmission Gear Ratios

Specifies the gear ratios for manual and automatic transmissions across all gears.

Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity

Details the fuel tank capacity in gallons and liters for the vehicle.

Steering System

Steering Specifications

Information on steering type, turns lock-to-lock, turning circle, and ratio.

Interior Volume and Space

Interior Space Measurements

SAE measurements for EPA class, seating, passenger volume, cargo, headroom, shoulder room, and legroom.

Body, Chassis, and Suspension

Chassis and Suspension Details

Information on body material, front/rear suspension, brakes, ABS, ESC, parking brake, wheels/tires, and drag coefficient.

Vehicle Dimensions

Exterior Dimensions

Specifies wheelbase, front/rear track width, length, width, height, and ground clearance.

Vehicle Weights

Weight Specifications

Details curb weight, GVWR, and payload capacity for different transmission types.

Fuel Consumption

Fuel Economy Ratings

Provides city and highway MPG ratings for automatic and manual transmissions.

Summary

Engine Specifications

Engine Design Details

Details on engine arrangement, cylinder block, crankshaft, cylinder head, and valvetrain.

Drivetrain Information

Transmission Gear Ratios

Specifies the gear ratios for manual and automatic transmissions across all gears.

Capacities

Fuel Tank Capacity

Details the fuel tank capacity in gallons and liters for the vehicle.

Steering System

Steering Specifications

Information on steering type, turns lock-to-lock, turning circle, and ratio.

Interior Volume and Space

Interior Space Measurements

SAE measurements for EPA class, seating, passenger volume, cargo, headroom, shoulder room, and legroom.

Body, Chassis, and Suspension

Chassis and Suspension Details

Information on body material, front/rear suspension, brakes, ABS, ESC, parking brake, wheels/tires, and drag coefficient.

Vehicle Dimensions

Exterior Dimensions

Specifies wheelbase, front/rear track width, length, width, height, and ground clearance.

Vehicle Weights

Weight Specifications

Details curb weight, GVWR, and payload capacity for different transmission types.

Fuel Consumption

Fuel Economy Ratings

Provides city and highway MPG ratings for automatic and manual transmissions.

The provided document details the technical specifications of the 2014 Volkswagen Golf, available in two primary engine variants: the Golf 2.5L and the Golf TDI. This description will cover the key aspects of these vehicles, including their function, technical specifications, usage features, and maintenance features.

Function Description

The 2014 Volkswagen Golf is a compact passenger car designed for general transportation. It offers seating for five occupants and a cargo volume suitable for everyday use. The vehicle is available with two distinct engine types: a gasoline-powered 2.5-liter inline five-cylinder engine (Golf 2.5L) and a diesel-powered 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder turbocharged and intercooled engine (Golf TDI). Both variants are front-wheel drive and offer a choice of manual or automatic transmissions, catering to different driving preferences and fuel efficiency needs. The car is built with a focus on safety and stability, incorporating advanced braking and stability control systems.

Important Technical Specifications

Engine

Golf 2.5L:

Type: 2.5L, inline five-cylinder, 20 V, MPFI (Multi-Point Fuel Injection)
Bore: 3.25 in (82.5 mm)
Stroke: 3.65 in (92.8 mm)
Displacement: 151 cu in (2480 cc)
Compression Ratio: 9.5:1
Horsepower (SAE) @ rpm: 170 @ 5700 (125 kW @ 5700)
Maximum torque, lb-ft @ rpm: 177 lb-ft @ 4250 (240 Nm @ 4250)
Fuel Requirement: Regular unleaded
Engine Design: Front mounted, transverse; Cast iron cylinder block; Cast iron, six main bearings crankshaft; Aluminum alloy, crossflow cylinder head; Double overhead camshaft, chain driven with automatic tensioner, four valves per cylinder, maintenance-free hydraulic lifters, variable intake timing.

Golf TDI:

Type: 2.0L, inline four-cylinder, 16V, turbocharged and intercooled, DI (Direct Injection)
Bore: 3.19 in (81.0 mm)
Stroke: 3.76 in (95.5 mm)
Displacement: 120 cu in (1968 cc)
Compression Ratio: 16.5:1
Horsepower (SAE) @ rpm: 140 @ 4000 (103 kW @ 4000)
Maximum torque, lb-ft @ rpm: 236 lb-ft @ 1750 (320 Nm @ 1750)
Fuel Requirement: Diesel
Engine Design: Front mounted, transverse; Cast iron cylinder block; Forged steel, five main bearings crankshaft; Aluminum alloy, crossflow cylinder head; Double overhead camshaft, spur belt driven, four valves per cylinder, maintenance-free hydraulic lifters.

Drivetrain

Driven wheels: Front-wheel drive for both variants.
Transmission Gear Ratios (Golf 2.5L Automatic): 1st: 4.04, 2nd: 2.37, 3rd: 1.56, 4th: 1.16, 5th: 0.85, 6th: 0.67, Reverse: 3.19, Final I: 3.87.
Transmission Gear Ratios (Golf TDI Manual): 1st: 3.77, 2nd: 1.96, 3rd: 1.26, 4th: 0.87, 5th: 0.86, 6th: 0.72, Reverse: 4.55, Final I: 3.45, Final II: 2.76.
Transmission Gear Ratios (Golf TDI Automatic): 1st: 3.46, 2nd: 2.05, 3rd: 1.30, 4th: 0.90, 5th: 0.91, 6th: 0.76, Reverse: 3.99, Final I: 4.12, Final II: 3.04.

Capacities

Fuel Tank: 14.5 gal (55 L) for both variants.

Steering

Type: Rack and pinion: electric power assist for both.
Turns (lock to lock): 3.01
Turning Circle (curb to curb): 35.8 ft (10.9 m)
Ratio: 16.4:1

Interior Volume - SAE

EPA Class: Compact
Seating Capacity: Five
Passenger Volume: 92.9 cu ft
Cargo Volume: 15.2 cu ft
Volume (Front/Rear): Headroom: 39.3/998 in/mm (front), 38.5/979 in/mm (rear); Shoulder room: 54.7/1390 in/mm (front), 52.8/1341 in/mm (rear); Legroom: 41.2/1046 in/mm (front), 35.5/901 in/mm (rear).

Body, Chassis and Suspension

Type: Unitary construction
Body Material: Steel stampings
Front Suspension: Strut-type with lower control arms, coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar.
Rear Suspension: Multilink with coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar.
Brakes: Power assisted, dual circuit, 11.3 x 1.0-in vented front discs and 10.7 x 0.4-in solid rear discs.
Anti-Lock Braking System: Standard, all four wheels, three-channel with electronic brake pressure distribution.
Stability Control: Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
Parking Brake: Mechanical.
Wheels/tires (Golf 2.5L): 15-in x 6J steel wheels, 195/65 R15 H all-season tires.
Wheels/tires (Golf TDI): 17-in x 7.5J aluminum-alloy wheels, 225/45 R17 H all-season tires.
Drag Coefficient: 0.32 for both.

Dimensions

Wheelbase: 101.5/2578 in/mm
Front Track: 60.7/1541 in/mm
Rear Track: 59.6/1514 in/mm
Length: 165.4/4201 in/mm
Width: 70.3/1786 in/mm
Height: 58.2/1479 in/mm
Ground Clearance: 5.4/137 in/mm

Weights

Curb Weight (Golf 2.5L Automatic): 3102 lb (1407 kg)
Curb Weight (Golf TDI Manual): 3074 lb (1394 kg)
Curb Weight (Golf TDI Automatic): 3120 lb (1415 kg)
GVWR (Golf 2.5L Automatic): 4278 lb (1940 kg)
GVWR (Golf TDI Manual): 4256 lb (1931 kg)
GVWR (Golf TDI Automatic): 4300 lb (1951 kg)
Payload (Golf 2.5L Automatic): 999 lb (453 kg)
Payload (Golf TDI Manual): 1021 lb (463 kg)
Payload (Golf TDI Automatic): 1019 lb (462 kg)

Fuel Consumption (EPA estimates)

Golf 2.5L Automatic: City mpg: 23, Highway mpg: 30.
Golf TDI Manual: City mpg: 30, Highway mpg: 42.
Golf TDI Automatic: City mpg: 30, Highway mpg: 42.

Usage Features

The 2014 Golf offers several features that enhance its usability for drivers and passengers:

Choice of Transmissions: Both gasoline and diesel models are available with either a manual or an automatic transmission, allowing drivers to select their preferred driving style and level of engagement.
Electric Power Assist Steering: The rack and pinion steering system with electric power assist provides responsive and easy steering, particularly beneficial for city driving and parking maneuvers. The tight turning circle of 35.8 ft (10.9 m) further aids maneuverability in confined spaces.
Compact Dimensions: With a length of 165.4 inches and a width of 70.3 inches, the Golf is designed to be agile and easy to park in urban environments, while still offering comfortable interior space for five occupants.
Fuel Efficiency: The Golf TDI models, in particular, offer excellent fuel economy with 30 mpg city and 42 mpg highway for both manual and automatic transmissions, making them cost-effective for long-distance travel and daily commuting. The Golf 2.5L also provides respectable fuel economy for a gasoline engine.
Cargo Versatility: The 15.2 cu ft cargo volume, combined with the compact class designation, suggests practical space for groceries, luggage, or other items, typical for a hatchback design.
All-Season Tires: Both variants come with all-season tires (195/65 R15 H for 2.5L and 225/45 R17 H for TDI), providing balanced performance across various weather conditions.

Maintenance Features

The design of the 2014 Golf incorporates elements that contribute to its maintainability:

Maintenance-Free Hydraulic Lifters: Both engine types feature maintenance-free hydraulic lifters in their valvetrain, which reduces the need for periodic valve adjustments, thus lowering long-term maintenance costs and complexity.
Chain-Driven Camshaft (Golf 2.5L): The 2.5L engine uses a chain-driven camshaft, which typically has a longer lifespan than a timing belt and generally does not require replacement at specific mileage intervals, unlike timing belts.
Spur Belt-Driven Camshaft (Golf TDI): The TDI engine uses a spur belt-driven camshaft. While timing belts generally require periodic replacement, the document does not specify the interval. Owners should consult the vehicle's service schedule for recommended replacement.
Robust Engine Construction: Both engines utilize cast iron cylinder blocks, known for their durability and longevity. The Golf TDI's forged steel crankshaft further enhances its robustness.
Standard Safety Systems: The inclusion of standard Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) means these critical safety features are integrated into all models, contributing to vehicle safety and potentially reducing wear on other components by preventing skids and loss of control. These systems are designed to be reliable and require minimal routine maintenance beyond sensor checks and fluid levels.
Dual Circuit Brakes: The power-assisted dual circuit braking system provides a fail-safe mechanism, ensuring that if one circuit fails, the other can still provide braking force, enhancing safety and reliability.
Unitary Construction Body: The unitary construction body, made of steel stampings, provides a rigid and durable platform, which contributes to the vehicle's structural integrity and ease of repair in case of minor damage.
Accessible Components: While not explicitly detailed, the front-mounted, transverse engine arrangement is a common design that generally allows for good access to engine components for routine servicing and repairs.

In summary, the 2014 Volkswagen Golf, in both its 2.5L gasoline and TDI diesel variants, is a well-engineered compact car offering a balance of performance, efficiency, and practicality. Its technical specifications highlight robust construction and modern powertrain technologies, while its usage and maintenance features are designed to provide a reliable and user-friendly ownership experience.