The Golf GL is equipped with a Volkswagen 2.0 liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 8 valves. The engine is mated to a Volkswagen 5-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Volkswagen.
The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Golf uses power-assisted brakes, with Non-ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Statistics
The dimensions of the Golf GL are 66.50 inches wide by 159.40 inches long. It sits 51.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 97.20 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
The standard warranty period for the Golf is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the hatchback market.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $25,150 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-low price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Hatchback.
Fuel Efficiency
The 1994 Golf’s standard fuel system runs on gas. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected MFI style of design. The fuel capacity of the car is 18.50 gallons.
The Golf GL received a miles-per-gallon rating of eighteen in-city driving and 24 - 25 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.
Parting Shots
The 1993 model began the promise of the Volkswagen Golf. The 1994 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Volkswagen hopes that the Golf GL will continue to be a profitable vehicle.


No one is going to think that this is going to be a good buy 10 years from now.