Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.6 (gen 4)

Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.6 petrol description

Hatchback Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.6 has been produced from March, 1998 to May, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 100 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. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 310 000 to 520 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Volkswagen Golf 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.

Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 1998 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 1998 1.6 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 7.4 litres per 100km (13.5 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 10.4 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 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.

Volkswagen Golf 1998

Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.6 technical data

Model: Volkswagen Golf 1.6
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 1998. March ... 2000. May 
Engine: 1595 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 178 g/km
Power: 100 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

Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.6 engine AEH

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 10.2 : 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 1998 1.6 oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts)
Power 100 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque 145 NM ON 3800 RPM
Engine manufacturer Audi
Start of production (year) 1996
Duration of production 11 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 Polo Skoda Octavia Seat Toledo Seat Ibiza and 2 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 [1998 - 2003] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.4 16V 1.4 Petrol 75 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.6 Mar 1998 — Mai 2000 1.6 Petrol 100 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.6 Mar 1998 — 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 1998 1.8 5V Mar 1998 — Jun 1999 1.8 Petrol 125 HP 8.3 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.8 5V Mar 1998 — 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 1998 1.8 5V Turbo Mar 1998 — 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 GTI Mai 2002 — Nov 2003 1.8 Petrol 180 HP 8.4 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2001 1.8 5V Turbo GTI Oct 2001 — Mai 2002 1.8 Petrol 210 HP 8.4 l/100km Manual (6) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.9 SDI

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.9 Diesel 68 HP 5.1 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.9 TDI Mar 1998 — Nov 2001 1.9 Diesel 90 HP 4.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.9 TDI Mar 1998 — Nov 2001 1.9 Diesel 90 HP 6.3 l/100km Automatic (4) Front 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 1998 1.9 TDI Mar 1998 — Oct 2001 1.9 Diesel 110 HP 4.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.9 TDI Mar 1998 — 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 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 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 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 1998 2.3 V5 Mar 1998 — Aug 2000 2.3 Petrol 150 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1998 2.3 V5 Mar 1998 — 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 2002 3.2 R32 4x4 Oct 2002 — Nov 2003

Most powerfull petrol version (241 HP)

3.2 Petrol 241 HP 11.5 l/100km Manual (6) 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 (6) All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1998 reviews
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