Technical Specifications Volkswagen Golf 1998 - 2003 Hatchback




1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.9 TDI (101 Hp) Automatic

Performance
Engine power
101 hp @ 4000 rpm.  | 75 kW
Torque
240 Nm @ 1800 rpm.  | 177 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
12.7 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
184 km/h  | 114 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1896 cc  | 1.9 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder bore
79.5 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Automatic)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
95.5 mm
Compression
19 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
8.6 l/100 km  | 27.4 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
5.1 l/100 km  | 46.1 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
6.4 l/100 km  | 36.8 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel supply
Pump-nozzle (Unit In
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1184 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1444 mm  | 56.9 in.
Max weight
1740 kg  | 3837 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1205 kg  | 2657 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
6.5J x 17
Tire size
215/55 R17
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
11 m
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.6 i 16V FSI (110 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
110 hp @ 5800 rpm.  | 82 kW
Torque
155 Nm @ 4500 rpm.  | 114 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
10.6 sec
Drive type
Rear wheel drive
Top speed
194 km/h  | 121 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1598 cc  | 1.6 L
Number of cylinders
4
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
76.5 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
86.9 mm
Compression
12 mm
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
7.9 l/100 km  | 29.8 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
5.2 l/100 km  | 45.2 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
6.2 l/100 km  | 37.9 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Direct injection
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
175 L  | 6.2 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1184 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1125 kg  | 2481 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R16
Tire size
235/55 R16
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.9 TDI (101 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
101 hp @ 4000 rpm.  | 75 kW
Torque
240 Nm @ 1800 rpm.  | 177 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
11.3 sec
Drive type
Rear wheel drive
Top speed
188 km/h  | 117 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1896 cc  | 1.9 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder bore
79.5 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
95.5 mm
Compression
19 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
6.8 l/100 km  | 34.6 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
4.3 l/100 km  | 54.7 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
5.2 l/100 km  | 45.2 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel supply
Pump-nozzle (Unit In
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1184 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1444 mm  | 56.9 in.
Max weight
1740 kg  | 3837 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1205 kg  | 2657 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R16
Tire size
215/60 R16 V
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
11 m
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.9 TDI 4motion (101 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
101 hp @ 4000 rpm.  | 75 kW
Torque
240 Nm @ 1800 rpm.  | 177 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
12.4 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
185 km/h  | 115 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1896 cc  | 1.9 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder bore
79.5 mm
Transmission Type
6 (Manual)
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
95.5 mm
Compression
19 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
8.2 l/100 km  | 28.7 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
5 l/100 km  | 47 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
6.2 l/100 km  | 37.9 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel supply
Diesel Commonrail
Fuel tank
62 L  | 16.4 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
245 L  | 8.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1099 L  | 38.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2518 mm  | 99.1 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1487 mm  | 58.5 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1444 mm  | 56.9 in.
Max weight
1860 kg  | 4101 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1313 kg  | 2895 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Tire size
205/55 R16W
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

3.2 i VR6 24V RSI (240 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
240 hp @ 6200 rpm.  | 179 kW
Torque
310 Nm @ 3000 rpm.  | 229 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
6.6 sec
Drive type
All wheel drive (4x4)
Top speed
247 km/h  | 154 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
3189 cc  | 3.19 L
Number of cylinders
6
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
84 mm
Transmission Type
6 (Manual)
Valvetrain
DOHC
Position of cylinders
V engine
Piston stroke
95.9 mm
Compression
11.3 mm
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
16.4 l/100 km  | 14.3 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
8.6 l/100 km  | 27.4 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
62 L  | 16.4 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1185 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2518 mm  | 99.1 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1487 mm  | 58.5 in.
Length
4150 mm  | 163.4 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1414 mm  | 55.7 in.
Max weight
2000 kg  | 4410 lbs
Number of doors
3
Curb weight
1475 kg  | 3252 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R18
Tire size
245/45 R18
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Ventilated discs
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.9 TDI (130 Hp) Automatic

Performance
Engine power
130 hp @ 4000 rpm.  | 97 kW
Torque
310 Nm @ 1900 rpm.  | 229 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
10.3 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
202 km/h  | 126 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1896 cc  | 1.9 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
79.5 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Automatic)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
95.5 mm
Compression
19 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
9 l/100 km  | 26.1 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
5 l/100 km  | 47 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
6.5 l/100 km  | 36.2 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel supply
Pump-nozzle (Unit In
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1184 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1444 mm  | 56.9 in.
Max weight
1780 kg  | 3925 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1234 kg  | 2721 lbs
Number of seats
5
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.8 T 20 V (180 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
180 hp @ 5500 rpm.  | 134 kW
Torque
235 Nm @ 1950 rpm.  | 173 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
7.9 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
223 km/h  | 139 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1781 cc  | 1.78 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Transmission Type
6 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
86.4 mm
Compression
9.5 mm
Valves per cylinder
5
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
11.7 l/100 km  | 20.1 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
6.5 l/100 km  | 36.2 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
8.4 l/100 km  | 28 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1184 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1444 mm  | 56.9 in.
Max weight
1750 kg  | 3859 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1279 kg  | 2820 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R14
Tire size
185/70 R14
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.9 TDI (130 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
130 hp @ 4000 rpm.  | 97 kW
Torque
310 Nm @ 1900 rpm.  | 229 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
9.6 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
205 km/h  | 127 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1896 cc  | 1.9 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
79.5 mm
Transmission Type
6 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
95.5 mm
Compression
19 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
7 l/100 km  | 33.6 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
4.3 l/100 km  | 54.7 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
5.2 l/100 km  | 45.2 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel supply
Pump-nozzle (Unit In
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1184 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1444 mm  | 56.9 in.
Max weight
1780 kg  | 3925 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1234 kg  | 2721 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
7J x 16
Tire size
215/45 R16
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.9 TDI (150 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
150 hp @ 4000 rpm.  | 112 kW
Torque
320 Nm @ 1900 rpm.  | 236 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
8.6 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
216 km/h  | 134 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1896 cc  | 1.9 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
79.5 mm
Transmission Type
6 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
95.5 mm
Compression
18.5 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
7.1 l/100 km  | 33.1 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
4.3 l/100 km  | 54.7 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
5.3 l/100 km  | 44.4 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel supply
Pump-nozzle (Unit In
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1184 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1440 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1775 kg  | 3914 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1263 kg  | 2785 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
6J x 15
Tire size
185/60 R15
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.9 TDI 4motion (130 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
130 hp @ 4000 rpm.  | 97 kW
Torque
310 Nm @ 1900 rpm.  | 229 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
12.1 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
185 km/h  | 115 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1896 cc  | 1.9 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
79.5 mm
Transmission Type
6 (Manual)
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
95.5 mm
Compression
19 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
8 l/100 km  | 29.4 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
5.1 l/100 km  | 46.1 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
6.2 l/100 km  | 37.9 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel supply
Diesel Commonrail
Fuel tank
62 L  | 16.4 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
245 L  | 8.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1099 L  | 38.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2518 mm  | 99.1 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1487 mm  | 58.5 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1444 mm  | 56.9 in.
Max weight
1920 kg  | 4234 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1363 kg  | 3005 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R14
Tire size
195/70 R14
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.9 TDI 4motion (150 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
150 hp @ 4000 rpm.  | 112 kW
Torque
320 Nm @ 1900 rpm.  | 236 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
8.6 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
211 km/h  | 131 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1896 cc  | 1.9 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
79.5 mm
Transmission Type
6 (Manual)
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
95.5 mm
Compression
18.5 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
8.1 l/100 km  | 29 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
5.1 l/100 km  | 46.1 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
6.2 l/100 km  | 37.9 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel supply
Diesel Commonrail
Fuel tank
62 L  | 16.4 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
245 L  | 8.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1099 L  | 38.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2518 mm  | 99.1 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1487 mm  | 58.5 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1444 mm  | 56.9 in.
Max weight
1875 kg  | 4134 lbs
Number of doors
3
Curb weight
1366 kg  | 3012 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R17
Tire size
225/65 R17
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.6 16V (105 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
105 hp @ 5700 rpm.  | 78 kW
Torque
148 Nm @ 4500 rpm.  | 109 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
10 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
192 km/h  | 119 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1598 cc  | 1.6 L
Number of cylinders
4
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
76.5 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
DOHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
86.9 mm
Compression
11 mm
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
9.6 l/100 km  | 24.5 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
5.7 l/100 km  | 41.3 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1184 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1750 kg  | 3859 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1100 kg  | 2426 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
6.5JJ x 15
Tire size
215 / 65 R15
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

2.3 VR5 (170 Hp) Automatic

Performance
Engine power
170 hp @ 6200 rpm.  | 127 kW
Torque
220 Nm @ 3300 rpm.  | 162 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
8.9 sec
Drive type
Rear wheel drive
Top speed
220 km/h  | 137 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
2324 cc  | 2.32 L
Number of cylinders
5
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Automatic)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
DOHC
Position of cylinders
V engine
Piston stroke
90.2 mm
Compression
10.8 mm
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
13.7 l/100 km  | 17.2 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
7.2 l/100 km  | 32.7 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
9.6 l/100 km  | 24.5 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1184 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1444 mm  | 56.9 in.
Max weight
1770 kg  | 3903 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1249 kg  | 2754 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R18
Tire size
235/40 R18
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.9 TDI 4motion (115 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
115 hp  | 86 kW
Drive type
Rear wheel drive
Fuel Consumption
Fuel type
Diesel
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
8J x 20; 9J x 20
Tire size
245/30 ZR20; 265/30 ZR20
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
1998 Golf IV 1J1

2.3 VR5 (170 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
170 hp @ 6200 rpm.  | 127 kW
Torque
220 Nm @ 3300 rpm.  | 162 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
8.2 sec
Drive type
All wheel drive (4x4)
Top speed
224 km/h  | 139 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
2324 cc  | 2.32 L
Number of cylinders
5
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
DOHC
Position of cylinders
V engine
Piston stroke
90.2 mm
Compression
10.8 mm
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
12.4 l/100 km  | 19 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
6.6 l/100 km  | 35.6 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
8.7 l/100 km  | 27 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1184 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1444 mm  | 56.9 in.
Max weight
1770 kg  | 3903 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1249 kg  | 2754 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R22
Tire size
325/55 R22
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

2.3 VR5 4motion (170 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
170 hp @ 6200 rpm.  | 127 kW
Torque
220 Nm @ 3300 rpm.  | 162 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
8.8 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
218 km/h  | 135 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
2324 cc  | 2.32 L
Number of cylinders
5
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Transmission Type
6 (Manual)
Position of cylinders
V engine
Piston stroke
90.2 mm
Compression
10.8 mm
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
14 l/100 km  | 16.8 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
7.5 l/100 km  | 31.4 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
9.9 l/100 km  | 23.8 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
62 L  | 16.4 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
245 L  | 8.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1099 L  | 38.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2518 mm  | 99.1 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1487 mm  | 58.5 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1444 mm  | 56.9 in.
Max weight
1915 kg  | 4223 lbs
Number of doors
3
Curb weight
1395 kg  | 3076 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R15
Tire size
195/60 R15
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

2.8 V6 4motion (204 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
204 hp @ 6200 rpm.  | 152 kW
Torque
270 Nm @ 3200 rpm.  | 199 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
7.1 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
235 km/h  | 146 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
2792 cc  | 2.79 L
Number of cylinders
6
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Transmission Type
6 (Manual)
Valvetrain
DOHC
Position of cylinders
V engine
Piston stroke
90.3 mm
Compression
10 mm
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
15.3 l/100 km  | 15.4 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
8.1 l/100 km  | 29 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
62 L  | 16.4 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
245 L  | 8.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1185 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2518 mm  | 99.1 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1487 mm  | 58.5 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1910 kg  | 4212 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1400 kg  | 3087 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
6.5JJ x 15
Tire size
215 / 60 R16
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Ventilated discs
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

2.0 (115 Hp) Automatic

Performance
Engine power
115 hp @ 5200 rpm.  | 86 kW
Torque
170 Nm @ 2400 rpm.  | 125 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
11.9 sec
Drive type
Rear wheel drive
Top speed
192 km/h  | 119 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1984 cc  | 1.98 L
Number of cylinders
4
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
82.5 mm
Transmission Type
4 (Automatic)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
92.8 mm
Compression
10 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
12.8 l/100 km  | 18.4 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
6.7 l/100 km  | 35.1 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
8.9 l/100 km  | 26.4 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1185 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1715 kg  | 3782 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1170 kg  | 2580 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R18
Tire size
245/45 R18; 275/40 R18
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.8 4motion (125 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
125 hp @ 5800 rpm.  | 93 kW
Torque
168 Nm @ 3500 rpm.  | 124 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
9.9 sec
Drive type
Rear wheel drive
Top speed
198 km/h  | 123 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1781 cc  | 1.78 L
Number of cylinders
4
Engine location
Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Valvetrain
DOHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
86.4 mm
Compression
10.3 mm
Valves per cylinder
5
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
12.4 l/100 km  | 19 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
6.8 l/100 km  | 34.6 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
62 L  | 16.4 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1185 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2518 mm  | 99.1 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1487 mm  | 58.5 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1830 kg  | 4035 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1270 kg  | 2800 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R16
Tire size
235/55 R16
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.9 TDI (115 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
115 hp @ 4000 rpm.  | 86 kW
Torque
310 Nm @ 1900 rpm.  | 229 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
10 sec
Drive type
Rear wheel drive
Top speed
200 km/h  | 124 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1896 cc  | 1.9 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder bore
79.5 mm
Transmission Type
6 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
95.5 mm
Compression
18 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
6.9 l/100 km  | 34.1 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
4.2 l/100 km  | 56 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
5.1 l/100 km  | 46.1 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel supply
Pump-nozzle (Unit In
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1185 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1770 kg  | 3903 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1237 kg  | 2728 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R18
Tire size
245/40 R18; 265/35 R18
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.9 TDI 4motion (90 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
90 hp @ 4000 rpm.  | 67 kW
Torque
202 Nm @ 1900 rpm.  | 149 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
13 sec
Drive type
Rear wheel drive
Top speed
177 km/h  | 110 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1896 cc  | 1.9 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder bore
79.5 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
95.5 mm
Compression
19.5 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
6.5 l/100 km  | 36.2 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
4.1 l/100 km  | 57.4 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel supply
Diesel Commonrail
Fuel tank
62 L  | 16.4 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
245 L  | 8.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1185 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2518 mm  | 99.1 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1487 mm  | 58.5 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1850 kg  | 4079 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1300 kg  | 2867 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
6.5J x 15
Tire size
195/65 R15
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

2.0 4motion (115 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
115 hp @ 5200 rpm.  | 86 kW
Torque
170 Nm @ 2400 rpm.  | 125 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
11 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
192 km/h  | 119 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1984 cc  | 1.98 L
Number of cylinders
4
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
82.5 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
92.8 mm
Compression
10 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (combined)
8.6 l/100 km  | 27.4 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
62 L  | 16.4 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
245 L  | 8.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1099 L  | 38.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2518 mm  | 99.1 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1487 mm  | 58.5 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1440 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1810 kg  | 3991 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1268 kg  | 2796 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R16; R18
Tire size
205/60 R16; 215/45 R18
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

2.0 (115 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
115 hp @ 5200 rpm.  | 86 kW
Torque
170 Nm @ 2400 rpm.  | 125 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
10 sec
Drive type
All wheel drive (4x4)
Top speed
195 km/h  | 121 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1984 cc  | 1.98 L
Number of cylinders
4
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
82.5 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
92.8 mm
Compression
10 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
10.9 l/100 km  | 21.6 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
6.1 l/100 km  | 38.6 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
7.9 l/100 km  | 29.8 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1185 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1715 kg  | 3782 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1170 kg  | 2580 lbs
Number of seats
5
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

2.3 V5 4motion (150 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
150 hp @ 6000 rpm.  | 112 kW
Torque
205 Nm @ 3200 rpm.  | 151 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
9 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
211 km/h  | 131 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
2324 cc  | 2.32 L
Number of cylinders
5
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Transmission Type
6 (Manual)
Valvetrain
DOHC
Position of cylinders
V engine
Piston stroke
90.2 mm
Compression
10 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
13.2 l/100 km  | 17.8 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
7.2 l/100 km  | 32.7 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
10 l/100 km  | 23.5 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
62 L  | 16.4 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
245 L  | 8.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1185 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2518 mm  | 99.1 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1487 mm  | 58.5 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1870 kg  | 4123 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1357 kg  | 2992 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R14
Tire size
195/70 R14
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.8 (125 Hp) Automatic

Performance
Engine power
125 hp @ 6000 rpm.  | 93 kW
Torque
170 Nm @ 4200 rpm.  | 125 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
11.9 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
198 km/h  | 123 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1781 cc  | 1.78 L
Number of cylinders
4
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Transmission Type
4 (Automatic)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
DOHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
86.4 mm
Compression
10.3 mm
Valves per cylinder
5
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
11.9 l/100 km  | 19.8 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
6.6 l/100 km  | 35.6 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1184 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1695 kg  | 3737 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1195 kg  | 2635 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R15
Tire size
215/60 R15
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.9 TDI (110 Hp) Automatic

Performance
Engine power
110 hp @ 4150 rpm.  | 82 kW
Torque
235 Nm @ 1900 rpm.  | 173 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
11.9 sec
Drive type
Rear wheel drive
Top speed
190 km/h  | 118 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1896 cc  | 1.9 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
79.5 mm
Transmission Type
4 (Automatic)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
95.5 mm
Compression
19.5 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
7.0 l/100 km  | 33.6 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
4.8 l/100 km  | 49 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
4.9 l/100 km  | 48 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel supply
Direct injection
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Emission standard
Euro 3
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1185 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1750 kg  | 3859 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1215 kg  | 2679 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Tire size
245/45 R17
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
10.9 m
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

2.3 V5 (150 Hp) Automatic

Performance
Engine power
150 hp @ 6000 rpm.  | 112 kW
Torque
205 Nm @ 3200 rpm.  | 151 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
9.7 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
216 km/h  | 134 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
2324 cc  | 2.32 L
Number of cylinders
5
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Transmission Type
4 (Automatic)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
DOHC
Position of cylinders
V engine
Piston stroke
90.2 mm
Compression
10.1 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
14.5 l/100 km  | 16.2 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
7.6 l/100 km  | 30.9 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
9.9 l/100 km  | 23.8 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1185 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1760 kg  | 3881 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1243 kg  | 2741 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R14
Tire size
185/70 R14
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.4 16V (75 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
75 hp @ 5000 rpm.  | 56 kW
Torque
126 Nm @ 3800 rpm.  | 93 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
13 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
171 km/h  | 106 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1390 cc  | 1.39 L
Number of cylinders
4
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
76.5 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
75.6 mm
Compression
10 mm
Valves per cylinder
4
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
9.1 l/100 km  | 25.8 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
5.5 l/100 km  | 42.8 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
6.8 l/100 km  | 34.6 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1185 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1640 kg  | 3616 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1085 kg  | 2392 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R14
Tire size
195/70 R14
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
10.3 m
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.6 (101 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
101 hp @ 5600 rpm.  | 75 kW
Torque
145 Nm @ 3800 rpm.  | 107 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
10.9 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
187 km/h  | 116 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1595 cc  | 1.6 L
Number of cylinders
4
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
77.4 mm
Compression
10 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
10.3 l/100 km  | 22.8 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
5.9 l/100 km  | 39.9 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
7.5 l/100 km  | 31.4 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Emission standard
Euro 4
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Max weight
1850 kg  | 4079 lbs
Number of doors
5
Curb weight
1092 kg  | 2408 lbs
Number of seats
4+1
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
7J x 16
Tire size
215/45 R16
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.8 (125 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
125 hp @ 6000 rpm.  | 93 kW
Torque
170 Nm @ 4200 rpm.  | 125 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
9.9 sec
Drive type
Rear wheel drive
Top speed
201 km/h  | 125 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1781 cc  | 1.78 L
Number of cylinders
4
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
DOHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
86.4 mm
Compression
10.3 mm
Valves per cylinder
5
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
11.7 l/100 km  | 20.1 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
6.3 l/100 km  | 37.3 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1184 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1695 kg  | 3737 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1195 kg  | 2635 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R16
Tire size
245/50 R16
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.8 T (150 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
150 hp @ 5700 rpm.  | 112 kW
Torque
210 Nm @ 1750 rpm.  | 155 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
8.5 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
216 km/h  | 134 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1781 cc  | 1.78 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
DOHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
86.4 mm
Compression
9.5 mm
Valves per cylinder
5
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
10.8 l/100 km  | 21.8 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
6.1 l/100 km  | 38.6 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1184 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1740 kg  | 3837 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1240 kg  | 2734 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R15
Tire size
215/60 R15
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.9 SDI (68 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
68 hp @ 4200 rpm.  | 51 kW
Torque
133 Nm @ 2200-2600 Rpm  | 98 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
17.2 sec
Drive type
All wheel drive (4x4)
Top speed
160 km/h  | 99 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1896 cc  | 1.9 L
Number of cylinders
4
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
79.5 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
95.5 mm
Compression
19 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
6.9 l/100 km  | 34.1 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
4.2 l/100 km  | 56 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
5.1 l/100 km  | 46.1 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel supply
Diesel Commonrail
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1184 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1720 kg  | 3793 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1170 kg  | 2580 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
Front wheel rims: 9.5J x 19
Tire size
Front wheel tires: 265/40 R19
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.9 TDI (110 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
110 hp @ 4150 rpm.  | 82 kW
Torque
235 Nm @ 1900 rpm.  | 173 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
10.6 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
193 km/h  | 120 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1896 cc  | 1.9 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
79.5 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
95.5 mm
Compression
19.5 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
6.5 l/100 km  | 36.2 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
4.0 l/100 km  | 58.8 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
4.9 l/100 km  | 48 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel supply
Direct injection
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Emission standard
Euro 3
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1185 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1750 kg  | 3859 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1215 kg  | 2679 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R15
Tire size
205/60 R15
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
10.9 m
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

1.9 TDI (90 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
90 hp @ 4000 rpm.  | 67 kW
Torque
202 Nm @ 1900 rpm.  | 149 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
12 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
180 km/h  | 112 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
1896 cc  | 1.9 L
Number of cylinders
4
Turbocharger
Yes
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
79.5 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHC
Position of cylinders
Inline
Piston stroke
95.5 mm
Compression
19.5 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
6.5 l/100 km  | 36.2 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
4.1 l/100 km  | 57.4 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Diesel
Fuel supply
Diesel - Standard di
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1185 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1740 kg  | 3837 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1200 kg  | 2646 lbs
Number of seats
5
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R16
Tire size
205/55 R16 89H
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
1998 Golf IV 1J1

2.3 V5 (150 Hp)

Performance
Engine power
150 hp @ 6000 rpm.  | 112 kW
Torque
205 Nm @ 3200 rpm.  | 151 lb-ft
0 to 100 km/h Acceleration
8.8 sec
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Top speed
216 km/h  | 134 mph
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
2324 cc  | 2.32 L
Number of cylinders
5
Engine location
Front, Transverse
Cylinder bore
81 mm
Transmission Type
5 (Manual)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
DOHC
Position of cylinders
V engine
Piston stroke
90.2 mm
Compression
10.1 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel consumption (city)
13.2 l/100 km  | 17.8 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (highway)
7.2 l/100 km  | 32.7 mpg(USA)
Fuel consumption (combined)
9.3 l/100 km  | 25.3 mpg(USA)
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Multi-point indirect
Fuel tank
55 L  | 14.5 gallons
Dimensions and Capacity
Trunk space (min)
330 L  | 11.7 cu-ft
Trunk space (max)
1185 L  | 41.8 cu-ft
Wheelbase
2511 mm  | 98.9 in.
Front track
1513 mm  | 59.6 in.
Rear track
1494 mm  | 58.8 in.
Length
4149 mm  | 163.3 in.
Width
1735 mm  | 68.3 in.
Height
1439 mm  | 56.7 in.
Max weight
1760 kg  | 3881 lbs
Number of doors
3/5
Curb weight
1243 kg  | 2741 lbs
Number of seats
5
Other Specs
Body type
Hatchback
Steering type
Steering rack
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Disc
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
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