VW Golf towing capacity??
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Two bicycles, maybe a third if it is a childs bike.
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Re: VW Golf towing capacity?? (muddy1)
What do you want to tow ?
What do you want to tow ?
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Re: VW Golf towing capacity?? (GTXBOY)
I would say whatever is equivalent to an 8'x5' trailer with a mid sized Cub Cadet lawn mower with all the accessories is... actually, maybe more. I know that the TDi can pull that no problem.
I would say whatever is equivalent to an 8'x5' trailer with a mid sized Cub Cadet lawn mower with all the accessories is... actually, maybe more. I know that the TDi can pull that no problem.
Re: VW Golf towing capacity?? (BattleRabbit)
I'm buying a used 2000 Golf GLS with low miles, but I haven't seen the owners manual yet. I'm trading in my PT Cruiser which tows a loaded 4x8 trailer "no problem". The PT is a pig on gas though........
Thanks for everyone's input!!
I'm buying a used 2000 Golf GLS with low miles, but I haven't seen the owners manual yet. I'm trading in my PT Cruiser which tows a loaded 4x8 trailer "no problem". The PT is a pig on gas though........
Thanks for everyone's input!!
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VW will tell you to not tow anything at all with your Golf, but a 2.0? i don't see that towing much at all.
i'd tell you that you should upgrade your suspension before you start towing, but i think your big constraint is actually gonna be the engine before the suspension.
i'd tell you that you should upgrade your suspension before you start towing, but i think your big constraint is actually gonna be the engine before the suspension.
Re: VW Golf towing capacity?? (HenkanDDR)
With a Euro hitch in Europe, yes. But it is unapproved in the US and that exceeds the US tow rating with a hefty margin, I think. Stick with the DOT, NHTSA? approved hitch and the max US tow rating. Otherwise you could be in a heap of trouble if something should happen.
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| According to my Swedish brochure, a Golf tows 2645 lbs with a braked trailer...! http://****************.com/smile/emthup.gif |
With a Euro hitch in Europe, yes. But it is unapproved in the US and that exceeds the US tow rating with a hefty margin, I think. Stick with the DOT, NHTSA? approved hitch and the max US tow rating. Otherwise you could be in a heap of trouble if something should happen.
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Now really... 115hp and 126 ft-lbs of torque.
The Volvo redblock in the 200/700/900 series cars put out similar power and torque (bit more torque), and pulled a heavier car around - which were all rated for 3500lbs towing.
It will be SLOW, but it won't be anything the engine can't handle.
I wouldn't pull more then 1000lbs with a Golf tho, I think that's what the rating is for them anyways.
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| but i think your big constraint is actually gonna be the engine before the suspension. |
Now really... 115hp and 126 ft-lbs of torque.
The Volvo redblock in the 200/700/900 series cars put out similar power and torque (bit more torque), and pulled a heavier car around - which were all rated for 3500lbs towing.
It will be SLOW, but it won't be anything the engine can't handle.
I wouldn't pull more then 1000lbs with a Golf tho, I think that's what the rating is for them anyways.
Re: VW Golf towing capacity?? (PerL)
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And here they are useless for most people as they are considered as trucks and need a C1/C drivers license to operate empty Attaching mere 750kg/1 653lbs requires CE and that starts to become an cost issue. They are an investment for the professional truck drivers!
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Driver's_license#European_Union
Plus driving a vehicle classified as a truck can be a nuisance in many European countries. 80kph max, truck lanes, truck queues in the borders with bazillion Russian trucks before you.. a Golf makes a lot more cense..
Modified by ToledoTDi at 8:30 AM 8-9-2007
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Everyone knows that you need at least an F-350 to tow anything more than an empty trailer!
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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Driver's_license#European_Union
Plus driving a vehicle classified as a truck can be a nuisance in many European countries. 80kph max, truck lanes, truck queues in the borders with bazillion Russian trucks before you.. a Golf makes a lot more cense..
Modified by ToledoTDi at 8:30 AM 8-9-2007
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Re: VW Golf towing capacity?? (ToledoTDi)
if it is the same 2.0 as my jetta, 2000lbs tow capacity. check the owners manual http://****************.com/smile/emthup.gif
if it is the same 2.0 as my jetta, 2000lbs tow capacity. check the owners manual http://****************.com/smile/emthup.gif
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Re: VW Golf towing capacity?? (ToledoTDi)
I'm pretty sure you are limited to a Class1 hitch setup.
I've seen motor cycles, jet skis, garden tractors, small utility trailers all behind Mk4 Golf/Jetta 2.0s.
I'm pretty sure you are limited to a Class1 hitch setup.
I've seen motor cycles, jet skis, garden tractors, small utility trailers all behind Mk4 Golf/Jetta 2.0s.
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