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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 | 1.4 16V | 5 | 75 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 | 5 | 101 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 16V | 5 | 105 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 i 16V FSI | 5 | 110 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 Automatic | 5 | 125 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 T 20V | 5 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 T 20V | 6 | 180 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.9 SDI | 5 | 68 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI 4motion | 5 | 101 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI Automatic | 5 | 101 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI Automatic | 5 | 110 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI | 6 | 115 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI 4motion | 6 | 115 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI Automatic | 6 | 130 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI 4motion | 6 | 150 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI | 5 | 90 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI 4motion | 5 | 90 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 2.0 4motion | 5 | 116 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.0 Automatic | 5 | 116 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.3 V5 20V Automatic | 5 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.3 VR5 Automatic | 5 | 170 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.8 V6 4motion | 6 | 204 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 3.2 i VR6 24V RSI | 6 | 240 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 Hatchback with 24 engines (diesel, petrol), from 68 HP to 240 HP. The 1.9 SDI (68 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 17.2 s, reaches a top speed of 160 km/h and is 4149 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 4149 mm long, 1735 mm wide, 1439 mm tall, with a 2511 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Volkswagen Golf?
The Volkswagen Golf 1.9 SDI (68 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 17.2 s and has a top speed of 160 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Volkswagen Golf IV |
|---|---|
| Year | 1997–2003 |
| Platform | VW A Platform / PQ34 |
| Variant | 1.9 SDI (68 Hp) |
| Body type | hatchback |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 3 |
Power & torque
| Power | 68 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 4200 rpm |
| Torque | 133 Nm |
| Torque @ min rpm | 2200 rpm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 2600 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 160 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 17.2 s |
| 0–62 mph | 17.2 s |
Engine
| Engine code | AQM |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1896 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 79.5 mm |
| Stroke | 95.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 19 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Direct Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | ohc |
| Oil capacity | 4.5 L |
| Coolant | 6.0 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 | 4149 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1735 mm |
| Height | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2511 mm |
| Front track | 1513 mm |
| Rear track | 1494 mm |
| Boot space | 330 – 1184 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1170 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1720 kg |
| Max load | 550 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 5.1 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel tank | 55.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | wishbone |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Coil Spring |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | disc |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 175/80 R14 |
| Wheel rims | 6J x 14 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 17.2 kg/Hp, 58.1 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 8.8 kg/Nm, 113.7 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1997 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2003 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.