Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 2.0 (gen 4)

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Volkswagen Golf 1999 2.0 petrol description

Estate car / wagon Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 2.0 has been produced from June, 1999 to July, 2006. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 116 horsepower on 5200 rpm and torque 170 Nm (Newton metres) on 2400 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve 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 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 370 000 and 630 000 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 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4 litres.

Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 2.0 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 2.0 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 195 km/h.

In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 2.0 fuel consumption is 8 litres per 100km (12.5 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 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, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Volkswagen (VW) is in line with, and sometimes even lower than, the manufacturer's stated combined consumption. 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 four wheel (4x4) drive and manual gearbox (Volkswagen Golf 2000 2.0 i MT 4x4) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.6 seconds later (in 12 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 8.7 litres per 100 km.

Volkswagen Golf 2.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.

Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 2.0 technical data

Model:	Volkswagen Golf Variant 2.0
Body style:	Estate car / wagon
Production period:	1999. June ... 2006. July
Engine:	1984 cm³ Petrol, 4 cylinders	CO2 emissions:	192 g/km
Power:	116 HP ON 5200 RPM	Torque:	170 NM ON 2400 RPM
Gearbox:	Manual gearbox (5 gears)	Drive type:	Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed:	195 km/h	Acceleration 0-100 km/h:	11.4 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km):	8.0 (combined) 11.0 (urban) 6.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption:	8.6 l/100km (27.4 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:	460 litres
Trunk max capacity:	1470 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight:	1810 kg

Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 2.0 engine APK

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 370,000 to 630,000 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	1984 cm³
Number of cylinders	4
Bore (cylinder diameter)	82.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move)	92.8 mm
Compression ratio	10.5 : 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. More service info
Timing belt change interval	90,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur.
Fuel system	Injection
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 2.0 oil type	5W-30
Oil capacity	4 litres (4.2 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity	5 litres (5.3 quarts)
Power	116 HP ON 5200 RPM
Torque	170 NM ON 2400 RPM
Start of production (year)	1998
Duration of production	4 years
Engine also used on	Skoda Octavia Volkswagen Bora Volkswagen Beetle

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All Volkswagen Golf estate car [1999 - 2006] modifications

Modification	Engine	Power	Consumption	Gearbox	Drive type
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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

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