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Volkswagen Golf Typ 1J (1997–2006) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 1.6i | 5 | 101 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 1.6i Automatic | 4 | 101 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 Automatic | 5 | 75 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8i Automatic | 5 | 90 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI | 5 | 110 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI | 5 | 90 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 2.0i Automatic | 5 | 116 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Volkswagen Golf Typ 1J overview
The Volkswagen Golf (Typ 1J) is the 4th generation of the Golf, built from 1997 to 2006. It is offered as a Cabriolet with 24 engines (diesel, petrol), from 68 HP to 240 HP. The 2.0i (116 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.7 s, reaches a top speed of 190 km/h and is 4081 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Golf have?
The Volkswagen Golf (Typ 1J) has 68 HP to 240 HP, depending on the engine: 1.9 Ea086 (68 HP), 1.4 Ea111 (75 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (75 HP), 1.9 Tdi (90 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (90 HP), 1.9 Tdi (101 HP), 1.6 Ea113 (101 HP), 1.6 Ea827 (101 HP), 1.6 Ea111 (105 HP), 1.9 Tdi (110 HP), 1.6 Ea111 (110 HP), 2.0 Ea113 (115 HP), 1.9 Tdi (115 HP), 2.0 Ea827 (116 HP), 2.0 Ea113 (116 HP), 1.8 Ea113 (125 HP), 1.9 Tdi (130 HP), 2.3 Vr5 (150 HP), 1.9 Tdi (150 HP), 1.8 Ea113 (150 HP), 2.3 Vr5 (170 HP), 1.8 Ea113 (180 HP), 2.8 Vr6 (204 HP), 3.2 Vr6 (240 HP).
What engines are available for the Volkswagen Golf?
The Volkswagen Golf is available with 24 engines: 1.9 Ea086 (68 HP, diesel), 1.4 Ea111 (75 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (75 HP, petrol), 1.9 Tdi (90 HP, diesel), 1.8 Ea827 (90 HP, petrol), 1.9 Tdi (101 HP, diesel), 1.6 Ea113 (101 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea827 (101 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea111 (105 HP, petrol), 1.9 Tdi (110 HP, diesel), 1.6 Ea111 (110 HP, petrol), 2.0 Ea113 (115 HP, petrol), 1.9 Tdi (115 HP, diesel), 2.0 Ea827 (116 HP, petrol), 2.0 Ea113 (116 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea113 (125 HP, petrol), 1.9 Tdi (130 HP, diesel), 2.3 Vr5 (150 HP, petrol), 1.9 Tdi (150 HP, diesel), 1.8 Ea113 (150 HP, petrol), 2.3 Vr5 (170 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea113 (180 HP, petrol), 2.8 Vr6 (204 HP, petrol), 3.2 Vr6 (240 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Volkswagen Golf?
The Volkswagen Golf is 4081 mm long, 1695 mm wide, 1425 mm tall, with a 2472 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Volkswagen Golf?
The Volkswagen Golf 2.0i (116 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.7 s and has a top speed of 190 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Volkswagen Golf IV Cabrio |
|---|---|
| Year | 1998–2002 |
| Platform | VW A Platform / A3 |
| Variant | 2.0i (116 Hp) |
| Body type | cabriolet |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 4 |
| Doors | 2 |
Power & torque
| Power | 116 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5400 rpm |
| Torque | 166 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 3600 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 190 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 10.7 s |
| 0–62 mph | 10.7 s |
Engine
| Engine code | AWG |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1984 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 82.5 mm |
| Stroke | 92.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | ohc |
| Oil capacity | 3.8 L |
| Coolant | 5.5 L |
| Engine layout | Front Transverse |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | mq250 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | vw |
Dimensions
| Length | 4081 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1695 mm |
| Height | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2472 mm |
| Front track | 1464 mm |
| Rear track | 1428 mm |
| Boot space | 270 – 448 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1205 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1620 kg |
| Max load | 415 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel urban | 11.3 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel extra urban | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel tank | 55.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Spring Strut |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Coil Spring |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | disc |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 185/60 R14 |
| Wheel rims | 14 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 10.4 kg/Hp, 96.3 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 7.3 kg/Nm, 137.8 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1998 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2002 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.