Volkswagen Golf 1996

FROM

$2,310

The 1996 Volkswagen Golf range of configurations is currently priced from $2,310.

The 1996 Volkswagen Golf carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1200 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

The Volkswagen Golf is also known as Volkswagen Rabbit, Volkswagen Caribe in markets outside Australia.

9.5L/100km (combined)

Hatchback

4 Speed Automatic

Unleaded Petrol

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Volkswagen Golf Model	Body Type	Specs	Price from	Price to
CL	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 1.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO	Price From: $2,310	Price To: $3,630
GL Classic	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 2.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO	Price From: $2,640	Price To: $4,070
GL TDI	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 1.9L Diesel 4 SP AUTO	Price From: $2,640	Price To: $4,070
GL	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 2.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO	Price From: $2,640	Price To: $4,620
GL	Body Type: Convertible	Specs: 2.0L PULP 5 SP MAN	Price From: $2,640	Price To: $4,620

Volkswagen Golf Model

Body Type

Specs

Price from

Price to

Body Type: Hatchback

Specs: 1.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO

Specs: 2.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO

Specs: 1.9L Diesel 4 SP AUTO

Price From: $2,640

Price To: $4,070

Body Type: Hatchback

Specs: 2.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO

Price From: $2,640

Price To: $4,620

Body Type: Convertible

Specs: 2.0L PULP 5 SP MAN

Price From: $2,640

Price To: $4,620

Volkswagen Golf 1996 FAQs

Standardise all dashboards

PERHAPS you should ask yourself why our governments haven't standardised with most of the world on left-hand drive. That would fix your complaint immediately. The reason carmakers don't standardise is the cost of engineering cars for right-hand-drive markets. Jumping between cars all the time I, too, occasionally wipe the windscreen when I don't mean to, but do it once and you learn not to do it again. It's not a big deal in my view.

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Volkswagen Golf 1996 Dimensions

Dimensions for the 1996 Volkswagen Golf are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1695mm x 1415mm and can vary on the basis of model.

Volkswagen Golf Model	Body Type	Height x Width x Length	Ground Clearance
CL	Body Type: Hatchback	Height x Width x Length: 1415x1695x4020 mm	Ground Clearance: —
GL	Body Type: Hatchback	Height x Width x Length: 1415x1695x4020 mm	Ground Clearance: —
GL Classic	Body Type: Hatchback	Height x Width x Length: 1415x1695x4020 mm	Ground Clearance: —
GL TDI	Body Type: Hatchback	Height x Width x Length: 1425x1695x4020 mm	Ground Clearance: —
GL	Body Type: Convertible	Height x Width x Length: 1410x1695x4020 mm	Ground Clearance: 120 mm

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Volkswagen Golf 1996 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 1996 Volkswagen Golf is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Volkswagen Golf currently offers fuel consumption from 9.0L/100km.

Volkswagen Golf Model	Body Type	Specs	Fuel Consumption
CL	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 1.8L ULP 5 SP MAN	Fuel Consumption: 9.0L/100km
CL	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 1.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO	Fuel Consumption: 9.5L/100km
GL	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 2.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO	Fuel Consumption: 10.5L/100km
GL TDI	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 1.9L Diesel 5 SP MAN	Fuel Consumption: —
VR6	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 2.8L PULP 5 SP MAN	Fuel Consumption: 11.0L/100km
VR6	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 2.8L PULP 4 SP AUTO	Fuel Consumption: 12.0L/100km
GL	Body Type: Convertible	Specs: 2.0L PULP 4 SP AUTO	Fuel Consumption: 11.0L/100km
GL	Body Type: Convertible	Specs: 2.0L PULP 5 SP MAN	Fuel Consumption: 10.0L/100km

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Volkswagen Golf 1996 Wheel Size

Wheel size for the 1996 Volkswagen Golf will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models. The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.

Volkswagen Golf Model	Body Type	Front Tyre Size	Front Rim	Rear Rim
VR6	Body Type: Hatchback	Front Tyre Size: —	Front Rim: 6.5x15 in	Rear Rim: 6.5x15 in
GL	Body Type: Hatchback	Front Tyre Size: —	Front Rim: 6x14 in	Rear Rim: 6x14 in
GL Classic	Body Type: Hatchback	Front Tyre Size: —	Front Rim: 6x14 in	Rear Rim: 6x14 in
GL TDI	Body Type: Hatchback	Front Tyre Size: —	Front Rim: 6x14 in	Rear Rim: 6x14 in
GL	Body Type: Convertible	Front Tyre Size: 185x60 R14	Front Rim: 6.0x14 in	Rear Rim: 6.0x14 in

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Volkswagen Golf 1996 Towing Capacity

The 1996 Volkswagen Golf has maximum towing capacity of 1200kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.

Volkswagen Golf Model	Body Type	Specs	Braked Capacity
VR6	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 2.8L PULP 4 SP AUTO	Braked Capacity: 1200kg
GL	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 2.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO	Braked Capacity: 1200kg
GL Classic	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 2.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO	Braked Capacity: 1200kg
GL TDI	Body Type: Hatchback	Specs: 1.9L Diesel 4 SP AUTO	Braked Capacity: 1200kg
GL	Body Type: Convertible	Specs: 2.0L PULP 5 SP MAN	Braked Capacity: 1200kg

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