Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Maximum permitted gross combination weight
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
All data in the official vehicle documents take precedence over these data. All data in this manual apply to the basic German model. The vehicle data sticker in the service schedule and the official vehicle documents show which engine is installed in your vehicle.
The values quoted here may differ if additional equipment is fitted, for different models or for special vehicles.
The gross combination weight ratings listed are only applicable for altitudes up to 1,000 m above sea level. The maximum weight of the car and trailer must be reduced by approximately 10% for every further 1,000 m in altitude.
Petrol engines
| Engine power | EC | Gearbox type | Maximum permitted gross combination weight, 2 door vehicles | Maximum permitted gross combination weight, 4 door vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63 kW BlueMotion technology | CJZB | MG5 | 2,850 kg | 2,875 kg |
| 77 kW BlueMotion technology | CJZA | MG5 | 3,055 kg | 3,075 kg |
| MG6 | 3,055 kg | 3,075 kg | ||
| DSG®7 | 3,075 kg | 3,095 kg | ||
| 90 kW BlueMotion technology | CMBA | MG6 | 3,175 kg | 3,200 kg |
| DSG®7 | 3,200 kg | 3,225 kg | ||
| 103 kW BlueMotion Technology, without active cylinder management |
CHPA | MG6 | 3,300 kg | 3,330 kg |
| DSG®7 | 3,320 kg | 3,350 kg | ||
| 103 kW BlueMotion Technology, with active cylinder management |
CPTA | MG6 | 3,305 kg | 3,330 kg |
| DSG®7 | 3,325 kg | 3,350 kg |
Diesel engines
| Engine power | EC | Gearbox type | Maximum permitted gross combination weight, 2 door vehicles | Maximum permitted gross combination weight, 4 door vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 77 kW BlueMotion technology with DPF | CLHA | MG5 | 3,345 kg | 3,370 kg |
| DSG®7 | 3,360 kg | 3,385 kg | ||
| MG6 4MOTION | 3,650 kg | 3,675 kg | ||
| 110 kW BlueMotion technology with DPF | CRBC | MG6 | 3,485 kg | 3,485 kg |
| DSG®6 | 3,485 kg | 3,510 kg | ||
| MG6 4MOTION | 3,670 kg | 3,695 kg |
E85 MultiFuel engine
| Engine power | EC | Gearbox type | Maximum permitted gross combination weight, 2 door vehicles | Maximum permitted gross combination weight, 4 door vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90 kW BlueMotion technology | CPVA | MG6 | 3,175 kg | 3,200 kg |
WARNING
- Never exceed the specified gross combination weight rating.
NOTICE
- Never exceed the specified gross combination weight rating.
Maximum permitted trailer weights
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