The 1.6 liter engine with 16-valves and common rail fuel injection produces 105 hp at 4,400 rpm and a maximum torque of 250 Nm between 1,500-2,500 rpm. It’s fitted with a standard diesel particle filter which reduces particulate emissions, making it the cleanest diesel available.
If manual gearboxes don’t do it for you, there is the option of a seven-speed DSG automatic transmission. The DSG uses a pair of dry clutches to improve efficiency and performance by making the drivetrain more efficient through the extra gear ratio and the fact that less power is required for the gear selection.
The 77TDI uses MacPherson strut-type front suspension to offer steering feedback, axle rigidity under cornering loads and minimal body roll. Ride and handling benefit from the lower wishbone with separate mountings for spring and damper on the suspension, including a lightweight twin-sleeve damper unit and optimised spring rates.
The entry-level diesel the Golf 77TDI starts at $28,690 for the five-speed manual, while the 7-speed DSG variant is priced from $31,190.
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