Volkswagen Golf IV Hatchback (1J1) cars: technical specifications, versions and trim levels

Volkswagen Golf IV 1J1 car is 5-seat hatchback with 3 or 5 doors, which was produced by the German concern from 1997 to 2003. Moreover, a convertible and 5-door station wagon were among available bodies for this model. The fourth generation hatchback became the company’s first small car, with a body fully coated with zinc. Reliability and technical characteristics of the car were appreciated by customers: in 2001 it became the top-selling model in Europe. One of its main advantages – low maintenance cost. You can always buy spare parts for Volkswagen Golf IV 1J1 at an affordable price in onlinecarparts.co.uk online-shop. Making an order right now, you can get significant discount for brake discs and pads for you car from leading manufacturers.

Technical specifications of Volkswagen Golf IV 1J1

In comparison to previous generation hatchbacks, dimensions of VW Golf IV 1J1 were increased: its length, width and height were 4149 mm, 1735 mm and 1444 mm respectively. Road clearance remained the same – 130 mm. The luggage compartment capacity varies from 330 to 1184 liters.

Main modifications

During production years, 43 modifications (26 petrol and 17 diesel) of a 3-door Golf 1J1 (1997–2003) were released, and 40 (23 petrol and 17 diesel ones) – of 5-door cars. The 1.9 TDI 4Motion MT modification became one of the most popular due to its fuel-efficiency and environment friendliness; a few useful developments of the company were implemented in it. This car had a 1896 cc displacement diesel engine, that develops up to 150 hp, and maximum speed was 4000 rpm. Fuel consumption is 8.1 liters per 100 km in the city, 5.1 liters – on the highway, 6.2 liters – in a combined cycle. The car was able to transport 561 kg of cargo.

This 5-door hatchback, equipped with a 4-cylinder in-line turbocharged TDI engine, is able to accelerate to 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds, and its maximum speed is 211 km/h. High torque – up to 320 N⋅m – is gained due to presence of a turbocharger and Common Rail direct fuel injection system. Moreover, thanks to timely supply and high injection pressure, the fuel burns more evenly, which promotes silent operation of the engine, fuel consumption lowering, reduction of harmful emissions to the atmosphere and increasing of power unit efficiency. Turbocharger with variable geometry provides maximum efficiency of the engine in all its operation modes.

4Motion part-time 4WD system also provides much advantages for a driver. Its key feature is the Haldex multi-disc functional coupling, which automatically distributes the torque between axles according to road conditions at a certain moment.

Configurations of Golf IV 1J1

Volkswagen Golf (1997–2003) hatchbacks were produced in four trim levels: Basis, Trendline, Comfortline and Highline. Basic configuration of the cars included anti-lock brake system (ABS), brake force distribution system (EBD), front and side airbags, adjustable heated seats.

Much more useful options were offered in the Highline configuration: sport seats, on-board computer, audio-system, light alloy wheel rims, central locking, car alarm, power steering, etc. Leather-trimmed seats, air-conditioner, xenon headlights and navigation system could be ordered for an additional fee.