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Volkswagen Golf 4 1.6

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 4 1.6
Year2005
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating63.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Fuel mixed driving8.9 litres/100 km (26.43 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power101.00 PS (74 kW or 100 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque146 Nm (14.9 kgf-m or 107.7 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed188.0 km/h (116.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0709 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Cargo space330 litres (87 gallons)
Optional cargo space1184 litres (313 gallons)
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1425 kg (3,141.6 pounds)
Ground clearance220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheelbase2510 mm (98.8 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Service interval30,000 km
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