Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 16V FSI (gen 5)

Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 petrol description

Hatchback Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 16V FSI 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 116 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 155 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 220 up to 370 thousand 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 3.6 litres.

Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 16V FSI has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 6 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 16V FSI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 189 km/h.

Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 16V FSI fuel consumption is 7.2 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (13.9 km/l), city fuel economy - 9.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.7 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 960 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 manual gearbox (Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 16V FSI MT) available, which is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 0.7 seconds faster (in 10.8 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 11 % - 6.4 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 7.3 litres per 100 km.
Volkswagen Golf 2003

Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 16V FSI technical data

Model: Volkswagen Golf 1.6 16V FSI
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2004. March ... 2006. June 
Engine: 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 173 g/km
Power: 116 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 155 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Automatic gearbox (6 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 189 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.2 (combined) 9.7 (urban) 5.7 (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 16V FSI engine BLF

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 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 1598 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 76.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 86.9 mm
Compression ratio 12 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 16V FSI oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 3.6 litres (3.8 quarts)
Power 116 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 155 NM ON 4000 RPM
Start of production (year) 2004
Duration of production 4 years
Engine also used on Volkswagen Passat Skoda Octavia Audi A3 and 5 other models

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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