Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Maximum permitted trailer weights

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.

Petrol engines

Engine power	EC	With brakes, gradients up to 12%	With brakes, gradients up to 8%	Without brakes, 2-door vehicles	Without brakes, 4-door vehicles
63 kW BlueMotion technology	CJZB	1,100 kg	1,300 kg	600 kg	610 kg
77 kW BlueMotion technology	CJZA	1,300 kg	– kga)	MG: 600 kg DSG®: 610 kg	MG: 610 kg DSG®: 620 kg
90 kW BlueMotion technology	CMBA	1,400 kg	– kga)	MG: 610 kg DSG®: 620 kg	MG: 610 kg DSG®: 620 kg
103 kW BlueMotion Technology, without active cylinder management	CHPA	1,500 kg	1,700 kg	MG: 630 kg DSG®: 640 kg	MG: 640 kg DSG®: 650 kg
103 kW BlueMotion Technology, with active cylinder management	CPTA	1,500 kg	1,700 kg	MG: 630 kg DSG®: 640 kg	MG: 640 kg DSG®: 650 kg

Diesel engines

Engine power	EC	With brakes, gradients up to 12%	With brakes, gradients up to 8%	Without brakes, 2-door vehicles	Without brakes, 4-door vehicles
77 kW BlueMotion with DPF with front-wheel drive	CLHA	1,500 kg	1,800 kg	MG: 640 kg DSG®: 650 kg	MG: 660 kg DSG®: 660 kg
77 kW BlueMotion with DPF with front-wheel drive	CLHA	1,700 kg	1,800 kg	700 kg	710 kg
110 kW BlueMotion Technology with DPF with front-wheel drive	CRBC	1,600 kg	1,800 kg	MG: 670 kg DSG®: 680 kg	MG: 670 kg DSG®: 680 kg
110 kW BlueMotion with DPF with front-wheel drive	CRBC	1,700 kg	1,800 kg	SG: 720 kg	SG: 730 kg

E85 MultiFuel engine

Engine power	EC	With brakes, gradients up to 12%	With brakes, gradients up to 8%	Without brakes, 2-door vehicles	Without brakes, 4-door vehicles
90 kW BlueMotion technology	CPVA	1,400 kg	– kgb)	SG: 610 kg	SG: 620 kg

WARNING

Accidents and severe injuries can occur if the maximum permitted trailer weight is exceeded.

• Never exceed the permitted trailer weight.

NOTICE

Considerable vehicle damage can occur if the maximum permitted trailer weight is exceeded.

• Never exceed the permitted trailer weight.

^a) Figures were not available at time of publication.

^b) Figures were not available at time of publication.

Questions & answers

Maximum permitted trailer weights — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

Where do I find the maximum trailer weight for my Golf Mk7 engine?

In the technical data chapter and on the vehicle type plate. Braked and unbraked limits are listed separately for each engine, gearbox and drive type.

Does the Golf Mk7 diesel have a higher towing capacity than the petrol?

In general, yes. TDI engines produce more torque at low RPM, which suits towing. The exact figures vary by power output and gearbox type — check the table for your specific engine code.

What is the difference between braked and unbraked trailer weight on the Golf Mk7?

A braked trailer has its own braking system and is allowed to be heavier. An unbraked trailer relies on the car's brakes alone, so the limit is much lower — typically 750 kg maximum.