Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 (gen 5)

Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 petrol description

Hatchback Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 has been produced from March, 2004 to June, 2006. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 102 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 148 Nm (Newton metres) on 3800 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 300 000 and 510 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Volkswagen Golf 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.

Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 6 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 184 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 fuel consumption is 7.2 litres per 100km (13.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 9.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 760 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 980 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 7.7 litres per 100 km, which is 7% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volkswagen Golf fuel consumption.

Volkswagen Golf safety

During safety testing Volkswagen Golf has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Golf is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Golf got three stars.

With the same engine there is also Volkswagen Golf version with automatic gearbox (Volkswagen Golf 2004 1.6 AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.1 seconds later (in 12.5 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 8.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1 litres per 100 km or 13 % - 8.7 litres per 100 km.
Volkswagen Golf 2003

Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 technical data

Model: Volkswagen Golf 1.6
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2004. March ... 2006. June 
Engine: 1595 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 173 g/km
Power: 102 HP ON 5600 RPM Torque: 148 NM ON 3800 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 184 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.2 (combined) 9.8 (urban) 5.6 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.7 l/100km (30.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres (14.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.20m (length) 1.76m (width) 1.48m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters
Seats: 5 seats

Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 engine BFQ

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 300,000 to 510,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1595 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 81 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 77.4 mm
Compression ratio 10.3 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Injection
Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts)
Power 102 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque 148 NM ON 3800 RPM
Start of production (year) 2002
Duration of production 8 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2005 onwards.

Engine also used on Seat Leon

All Volkswagen Golf hatchback [2003 - 2006] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.4 16V 1.4 Petrol 75 HP 6.8 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2006 1.4 16V Jun 2006 — Jun 2006

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.4 Petrol 80 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.4 16V FSI

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.4 Petrol 90 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2007 1.4 16V TSI Jul 2007 — Jun 2006 1.4 Petrol 122 HP 6.3 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2006 1.4 16V TSI Jul 2006 — Jun 2006 1.4 Petrol 140 HP 7.0 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2006 1.4 16V TSI Oct 2006 — Jun 2006 1.4 Petrol 140 HP 7.1 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2006 1.4 16V TSI Mar 2006 — Jun 2006 1.4 Petrol 170 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2006 1.4 16V TSI Jul 2006 — Jun 2006 1.4 Petrol 170 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2004 1.6 Mar 2004 — Jun 2006 1.6 Petrol 102 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2004 1.6 Mar 2004 — Jun 2006 1.6 Petrol 102 HP 8.1 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 16V FSI 1.6 Petrol 116 HP 6.4 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2004 1.6 16V FSI Mar 2004 — Jun 2006 1.6 Petrol 116 HP 7.2 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2004 1.9 TDI Mai 2004 — Jun 2006

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 90 HP 5.0 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.9 TDI

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 105 HP 5.0 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2004 1.9 TDI Mar 2004 — Jun 2006 1.9 Diesel 105 HP 5.2 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2004 1.9 TDI Mar 2004 — Jun 2006 1.9 Diesel 105 HP 5.6 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2004 1.9 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Jul 2004 — Jun 2006 1.9 Diesel 105 HP 5.8 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2004 2.0 16V FSI Mar 2004 — Jun 2006 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 7.2 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2004 2.0 16V FSI Mar 2004 — Jun 2006 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 8.1 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2004 2.0 16V FSI 4Motion 4x4 Jul 2004 — Jun 2006 2.0 Petrol 150 HP 8.4 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2004 2.0 16V FSI Turbo Oct 2004 — Jun 2006 2.0 Petrol 200 HP 8.0 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2004 2.0 16V FSI Turbo Oct 2004 — Jun 2006 2.0 Petrol 200 HP 7.9 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2004 2.0 SDI Jan 2004 — Jun 2006 2.0 Diesel 75 HP 5.3 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2003 2.0 TDI 2.0 Diesel 140 HP 5.4 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2004 2.0 TDI Mar 2004 — Jun 2006 2.0 Diesel 140 HP 5.9 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2004 2.0 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Jul 2004 — Jun 2006 2.0 Diesel 140 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2006 2.0 TDI Mar 2006 — Jun 2006

Most powerfull diesel version (170 HP)

2.0 Diesel 170 HP 5.9 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2006 2.0 TDI Mar 2006 — Jun 2006

Most powerfull diesel version (170 HP)

2.0 Diesel 170 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2005 3.2 R32 4x4 Nov 2005 — Jun 2006

Most powerfull petrol version (250 HP)

3.2 Petrol 250 HP 10.7 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2005 3.2 R32 4x4 Nov 2005 — Jun 2006

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds

3.2 Petrol 250 HP 9.7 l/100km Automatic (6) All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2003 reviews
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