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Free Volkswagen Golf II 5 Doors VIN Decoder

Decode your Volkswagen Golf II 5 Doors VIN number free for full specifications, engine, power, transmission and body, plus recalls and safety ratings. Covers 5 variants (1983–1992). No registration.

1983–1992 5 variants Hatchback PetrolDiesel
Volkswagen Golf II 5 Doors
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Volkswagen Golf II 5 Doors specs by variant

Engine, power, transmission and emissions for each Golf II 5 Doors variant in our database.

VariantYearsFuelEnginePowerGearboxDriveCO₂
1.8L 5MT FWD (90 HP) 1983–1992 Petrol 1.8 L 89 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —
1.6L 4MT FWD (75 HP) 1983–1992 Petrol 1.6 L 74 bhp MANUAL 4sp FWD —
1.6L TD 5MT FWD (69 HP) 1983–1992 Diesel 1.6 L 68 bhp MANUAL 5sp FWD —
1.3L 4MT FWD (55 HP) 1983–1992 Petrol 1.3 L 54 bhp MANUAL 4sp FWD —
1.6L D 5MT FWD (54 HP) 1983–1992 Diesel 1.6 L 54 bhp MANUAL 4sp FWD —

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Volkswagen Golf II 5 Doors VIN FAQ

What does a Volkswagen Golf II 5 Doors VIN tell you?+
A Volkswagen Golf II 5 Doors VIN decodes to the exact variant, engine, transmission, body type, model year and factory options. Our free decoder also checks recalls and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN on a Volkswagen Golf II 5 Doors?+
Look at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door-jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
What years was the Volkswagen Golf II 5 Doors made?+
Our database covers the Volkswagen Golf II 5 Doors for model years 1983–1992, across 5 variants.
Is the Volkswagen Golf II 5 Doors VIN check free?+
Yes, decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free and needs no registration. A paid full-history report (mileage, theft, accidents) is optional.

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