Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.6 (gen 4)
Volkswagen Golf 1999 1.6 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.6 has been produced from June, 1999 to August, 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, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 3 and Euro 4 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 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.
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The most common issues with this engine are unstable idle and excessive vibrations. These problems are often resolved by cleaning the ...
This Volkswagen Golf 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 185 km/h.
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.6 fuel consumption is 8.5 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (11.8 km/l), city fuel economy - 11.9 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 9.2 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 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.
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.6 technical data
| Model: | Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.6 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
| Production period: | 1999. June ... 2000. August | ||
| Engine: | 1595 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 204 g/km |
| Power: | 101 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 145 NM ON 3800 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
| Top speed: | 185 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.7 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.5 (combined) 11.9 (urban) 6.5 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.2 l/100km (25.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.40m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.47m (height) | ||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | ||
| Seats: | 5 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 465 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 1425 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1625 kg | ||
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.6 engine AKL
Engine reliability and common problems:
The most common issues with this engine are unstable idle and excessive vibrations. These problems are often resolved by cleaning the fuel injectors or the throttle body.Another frequent source of trouble is the crankcase ventilation system, which tends to develop malfunctions over time. Owners also frequently report intake manifold leaks, leading to loss of performance. By 200,000 km, piston rings or valve seals usually wear out, resulting in increased oil consumption.
One notable downside is the oil heat exchanger. While it helps the oil warm up faster during cold starts and prevents overheating in normal operation, the engine itself does not require such a system due to its relatively low operating temperature. Additionally, after longer years of usage and infrequent coolant changes, it is prone to clogging.
Another drawback is the use of a mass airflow sensor (MAF) instead of a more durable manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor. The MAF sensor is more expensive, fails more often, and provides a level of precision unnecessary for a simple engine, whereas a MAP sensor would have been a more cost-effective and reliable choice.
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 1999 Variant 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 |
| Engine also used on | Volkswagen Bora |
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All Volkswagen Golf estate car [1999 - 2006] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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| Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.4 16V Jun 1999 — Jul 2006 | 1.4 Petrol | 75 HP | 6.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.6 Jun 1999 — Mai 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 101 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.6 Jun 1999 — Aug 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 101 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2000 Variant 1.6 Aug 2000 — Jul 2006 | 1.6 Petrol | 102 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2000 Variant 1.6 16V Mai 2000 — Jul 2006 | 1.6 Petrol | 105 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 2003 Variant 1.6 16V FSI
Mar 2003 — Jul 2006 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 SDI
Jun 1999 — Jul 2006 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 68 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI
Jun 1999 — Nov 2001 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 2004 Variant 1.9 TDI
Mai 2004 — Jul 2006 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI Jun 1999 — Nov 2001 | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Jun 1999 — Mai 2000 | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2001 Variant 1.9 TDI Oct 2001 — Jul 2006 | 1.9 Diesel | 100 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2001 Variant 1.9 TDI Oct 2001 — Jul 2006 | 1.9 Diesel | 100 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI
Jun 1999 — Oct 2001 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI Jun 1999 — Oct 2000 | 1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI Aug 1999 — Mai 2001 | 1.9 Diesel | 115 HP | 5.3 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2000 Variant 1.9 TDI Oct 2000 — Mai 2001 | 1.9 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.3 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2000 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Aug 2000 — Mai 2001 | 1.9 Diesel | 115 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2001 Variant 1.9 TDI Mai 2001 — Jul 2006 | 1.9 Diesel | 130 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2001 Variant 1.9 TDI Mai 2001 — Jul 2006 | 1.9 Diesel | 130 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Automatic (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2001 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Mai 2001 — Dec 2004 | 1.9 Diesel | 130 HP | 6.2 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 2.0 Jun 1999 — Jul 2006 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 2.0 Jun 1999 — Mai 2002 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 9.1 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 2000 2.0 i 4x4 Jan 2000 — Dec 2001 | 2.0 Petrol | 116 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1999 2.3 V5
Jan 1999 — Dec 2001 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds |
2.3 Petrol | 150 HP | - | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
| Volkswagen Golf 1999 2.3 V5 4x4 Jan 1999 — Dec 2001 | 2.3 Petrol | 150 HP | 14.8 l/100km | Manual (6) | All wheel |
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Volkswagen Golf 1999 2.8 V6 4x4
Jan 1999 — Dec 2003 Most powerfull petrol version (204 HP) |
2.8 Petrol | 204 HP | - | Manual (6) | All wheel |