Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.6 (gen 4)

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Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.6 petrol description

Hatchback Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.6 has been produced from December, 1997 to May, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 101 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 145 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 without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 310 000 to 520 000 kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
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This Volkswagen Golf 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.

Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.9 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 188 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.6 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.4 litres per 100km (13.5 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.4 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 740 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 8 litres per 100 km, which is 8% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volkswagen Golf fuel consumption.

Volkswagen Golf safety

During safety testing Volkswagen Golf has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Golf is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Golf got two stars.

With the same engine there is also Volkswagen Golf version with automatic gearbox (Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.6 AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.6 seconds later (in 12.5 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1 litres per 100 km or 14 % - 8.4 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.4 litres per 100 km or 18 % - 9.4 litres per 100 km.

Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.6 technical data

Model:	Volkswagen Golf 1.6
Body style:	Hatchback
Production period:	1997. December ... 2000. May
Engine:	1595 cm³ Petrol, 4 cylinders	CO2 emissions:	178 g/km
Power:	101 HP ON 5600 RPM	Torque:	145 NM ON 3800 RPM
Gearbox:	Manual gearbox (5 gears)	Drive type:	Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed:	188 km/h	Acceleration 0-100 km/h:	10.9 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km):	7.4 (combined) 10.4 (urban) 5.7 (highway)
Real fuel consumption:	8 l/100km (29.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity:	55 litres (14.5 gallons)
Car dimensions:	4.15m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.44m (height)
Turning diameter:	10.9 meters
Seats:	5 seats
Trunk capacity:	330 litres
Gross weight:	1850 kg

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Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.6 engine AKL

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 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 1997 1.6 oil type	5W-30
Oil capacity	4.5 litres (4.8 quarts)
Coolant capacity	5 litres (5.3 quarts)
Power	101 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque	145 NM ON 3800 RPM
Start of production (year)	1996
Duration of production	14 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 1999 onwards.
Engine also used on	Volkswagen Bora

Carmakers tend to use similar engines with different parameters for models available in different markets and time periods.

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All Volkswagen Golf hatchback [1997 - 2003] modifications

Modification	Engine	Power	Consumption	Gearbox	Drive type
Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.4 16V	1.4 Petrol	75 HP	6.6 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.6 Dec 1997 — Mai 2000	1.6 Petrol	101 HP	7.4 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.6 Dec 1997 — Aug 2000	1.6 Petrol	101 HP	8.4 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2000 1.6 Aug 2000 — Nov 2003	1.6 Petrol	102 HP	8.0 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2000 1.6 16V Mai 2000 — Nov 2003	1.6 Petrol	105 HP	6.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2003 1.6 16V FSI Mar 2003 — Nov 2003 Most fuel efficient petrol version	1.6 Petrol	110 HP	6.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.8 5V Dec 1997 — Jun 1999	1.8 Petrol	125 HP	8.3 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.8 5V Dec 1997 — Jun 1999	1.8 Petrol	125 HP	9.2 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 1.8 5V 4Motion 4x4 Jan 1999 — Mai 2000	1.8 Petrol	125 HP	8.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.8 5V Turbo Dec 1997 — Mai 2002	1.8 Petrol	150 HP	7.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2001 1.8 5V Turbo Mai 2001 — Mai 2002	1.8 Petrol	150 HP	9.2 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2002 1.8 5V Turbo Mai 2002 — Nov 2003	1.8 Petrol	180 HP	8.4 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.9 SDI	1.9 Diesel	68 HP	5.1 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.9 TDI Dec 1997 — Nov 2001	1.9 Diesel	90 HP	4.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.9 TDI Dec 1997 — Nov 2001	1.9 Diesel	90 HP	6.3 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 1.9 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Jan 1999 — Mai 2000	1.9 Diesel	90 HP	5.5 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2001 1.9 TDI Oct 2001 — Nov 2003 Most fuel efficient diesel version	1.9 Diesel	100 HP	4.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2001 1.9 TDI Oct 2001 — Nov 2003	1.9 Diesel	100 HP	6.4 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.9 TDI Dec 1997 — Oct 2001	1.9 Diesel	110 HP	4.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.9 TDI Dec 1997 — Oct 2000	1.9 Diesel	110 HP	6.3 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 1.9 TDI Aug 1999 — Mai 2001 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption	1.9 Diesel	115 HP	5.1 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2000 1.9 TDI Oct 2000 — Mai 2001	1.9 Diesel	115 HP	6.2 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2000 1.9 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Aug 2000 — Mai 2001	1.9 Diesel	115 HP	6.1 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2001 1.9 TDI Mai 2001 — Nov 2003	1.9 Diesel	130 HP	5.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2001 1.9 TDI Mai 2001 — Nov 2003	1.9 Diesel	130 HP	6.5 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2001 1.9 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Mai 2001 — Nov 2003	1.9 Diesel	130 HP	6.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2000 1.9 TDI GTI Aug 2000 — Nov 2003 Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP)	1.9 Diesel	150 HP	5.3 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2000 1.9 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Aug 2000 — Nov 2003 Most powerfull diesel version (150 HP)	1.9 Diesel	150 HP	6.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 2.0 Jan 1999 — Nov 2003	2.0 Petrol	115 HP	7.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 2.0 Jan 1999 — Mai 2002	2.0 Petrol	115 HP	8.8 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1997 2.3 V5 Dec 1997 — Aug 2000	2.3 Petrol	150 HP	9.3 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1997 2.3 V5 Dec 1997 — Aug 2000	2.3 Petrol	150 HP	9.9 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2000 2.3 V5 Aug 2000 — Nov 2003	2.3 Petrol	170 HP	8.7 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2000 2.3 V5 Aug 2000 — Nov 2003	2.3 Petrol	170 HP	9.6 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2000 2.3 V5 4Motion 4x4 Aug 2000 — Mai 2002	2.3 Petrol	170 HP	9.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 2.8 V6 4Motion 4x4 Aug 1999 — Nov 2003	2.8 Petrol	204 HP	10.8 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2003 3.2 R32 4x4 Jun 2003 — Nov 2003 Most powerfull petrol version (241 HP)	3.2 Petrol	241 HP	11.5 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2003 3.2 R32 4x4 Jun 2003 — Nov 2003 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.4 seconds	3.2 Petrol	241 HP	10.2 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	All wheel

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