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Volkswagen Golf 1.4 Variant

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 1.4 Variant
Year1999
CategoryStation wagons/estate cars
Rating55.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1389 ccm (84.76 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1389 ccm (84.76 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power74.00 PS (54 kW or 73 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque126.00 Nm (12.8 kgf-m or 92.9 ft.lbs) at 3300 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke76.5 x 75.6 mm (3.0 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed171.0 km/h (106.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)15.6 seconds
0-50 miles10.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0610 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Cargo space347 litres (92 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (444.9 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1213 kg (2,674.2 pounds)
Overall length4400 mm (173.2 inches)
Overall width1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Wheelbase2580 mm (101.6 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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