Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.8 5V Turbo (gen 4)

Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.8 petrol description

Hatchback Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.8 5V Turbo has been produced from December, 1997 to May, 2002. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 5700 rpm and torque 210 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 20-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt and chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and KKK K03 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 280 000 and 480 000 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 
The weakest link in this engine is the turbine, whose failure is contributed to by a faulty  ...  This Volkswagen Golf 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.

Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.8 5V Turbo has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.8 5V Turbo accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 216 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.8 5V Turbo fuel consumption is 7.9 litres per 100km (12.7 km/l), city fuel economy - 10.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 880 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 8.9 litres per 100 km, which is 13% 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 2001 1.8 5V Turbo AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.9 seconds later (in 9.4 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 16 % - 9.2 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 9.7 litres per 100 km.
Volkswagen Golf 1997

Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.8 5V Turbo technical data

Model: Volkswagen Golf 1.8 5V Turbo
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 1997. December ... 2002. May 
Engine: 1781 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 190 g/km
Power: 150 HP ON 5700 RPM Torque: 210 NM ON 1750 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 216 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.9 (combined) 10.9 (urban) 6.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.9 l/100km (26.4 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
Trunk max capacity: 1184 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1740 kg

Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.8 5V Turbo engine AGU

Engine reliability and common problems:

The weakest link in this engine is the turbine, whose failure is contributed to by a faulty catalytic converter. The oil pump and chain tensioner also tend to have problems.
Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 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 1781 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 81 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 86.4 mm
Compression ratio 9.3 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain and belt
Fuel system Injection
Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.8 5V Turbo oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts)
Coolant capacity 5 litres (5.3 quarts)
Power 150 HP ON 5700 RPM
Torque 210 NM ON 1750 RPM
Start of production (year) 1996
Duration of production 9 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 Passat Audi A4 Skoda Octavia Audi A3 and 6 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

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
Volkswagen Golf 1997 reviews
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