Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.8 5V 4Motion
Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.8 petrol description
Hatchback Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.8 5V 4Motion has been produced from January, 1999 to May, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 125 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 170 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder engine camshaft is driven by belt and chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 290 up to 490 thousand 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 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.8 5V 4Motion has AWD (all wheel drive) (power is automatically distributed between the wheel axles) and manual gearbox with 5 gears. Haldex Generation I automatic four-wheel drive. Under normal driving conditions the torque distribution is 90% to the front axle and 10% to the rear axle. When wheel spin is detected, the multi-disc clutch locks and torque is evenly distributed between the axles (50%/50%).
Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.8 5V 4Motion accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 198 km/h.
Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.8 5V 4Motion fuel consumption is 8.9 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (11.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 12.4 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 700 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 920 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 9.3 litres per 100 km, which is 4% 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 1.8 5V MT is more dynamic - it reaches 100 km/h 1.2 seconds faster (in 9.9 seconds), moreover, it is more economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 8.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is lower by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 6 % - 8.7 litres per 100 km
- Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.8 5V AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.8 seconds later (in 11.9 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 3 % - 9.2 litres per 100 km
Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.8 5V 4Motion technical data
| Model: | Volkswagen Golf 1.8 5V 4Motion | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Hatchback | ||
| Production period: | 1999. January ... 2000. May | ||
| Engine: | 1781 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 214 g/km |
| Power: | 125 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 170 NM ON 4200 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 198 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.1 seconds |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.9 (combined) 12.4 (urban) 6.8 (highway) | ||
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.3 l/100km (25.3 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 63 litres (16.6 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: | 1185 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 1830 kg | ||
Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.8 5V 4Motion engine AGN
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 290,000 to 490,000 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 | 10.3 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain and belt |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.8 5V 4Motion oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
| Coolant capacity | 5 litres (5.3 quarts) |
| Power | 125 HP ON 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 NM ON 4200 RPM |
| Start of production (year) | 1996 |
| Duration of production | 4 years |
| Engine also used on | Audi A6 Audi A4 Skoda Octavia Volkswagen Bora and 2 other models |
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All Volkswagen Golf hatchback [1998 - 2003] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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| 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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |