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Volkswagen Golf II (1983–1992): specs

Volkswagen Golf II (1983–1992) photo
Photo: Vauxford, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0

The Volkswagen Golf II is a hatchback produced from 1983 to 1992. It is the 1st of 6 generations of the Golf in our catalog.

Engines: 1.6, 75 hp. Transmission: manual; front-wheel drive. Length 3,985 mm, wheelbase 2,475 mm, fuel tank 55 L.

Facelift: 1987. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.

Specifications

Production years1983–1992
Bodyhatchback
Engine1.6
Displacement1.6 L
Fuelpetrol
Power75 hp
Torque125 Nm
Transmissionmanual, 5-speed
Drivefront-wheel drive
Length3,985 mm
Width1,665 mm
Height1,415 mm
Wheelbase2,475 mm
Fuel tank55 L

Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan

EngineUnder 10 years10–20 years (×0.7)Over 20 years (×0.5)
1.6≈ 13,675 ₸≈ 9,572 ₸≈ 6,838 ₸

Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →

Also 1.3, 1.8

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available

Cons

  • Age: the last cars were built in 1992, condition is everything

Tyre and wheel sizes

Factory sizes: tyres 155R13, 175/70R13, 175/65R14, 185/60R14; bolt pattern 4x100. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →

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FAQ

What engine does the Volkswagen Golf II have?

1.6, 75 hp, 125 Nm.

What transmission does it have?

manual.

What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?

Fuel tank 55 l.

How much is the vehicle tax on the Volkswagen Golf II in Kazakhstan?

For 2026, about 13,675 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.

Other generations

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