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Golf Estate.
Model shown is Golf Estate SE fitted with optional Winter pack and sunroof.
4 Philosophy
The Golf Estate.
6 Interior Design
10 Luggage Area
Since its launch, the new
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generation Volkswagen Golf has
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been a revelation. And it’s easy comfort have created a growing
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to see why: exceptional build list of enthusiastic owners.
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quality, extensive safety features, With the arrival of the
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formidable security, outstanding accommodating and highly
36 The Golf Estate Sport
equipment levels and superb practical Estate, there’s now even
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more reasons to choose a Golf.
48 Accessories
66 Technical Specification
74 Standard Equipment
78 Volkswagen Service
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The interior of the Golf Estate and you’ll quickly third centre sun visor above the
Estate epitomises the quality appreciate its high level of rear-view mirror, illuminated
and detailed design that makes standard equipment – the height- vanity mirrors for both driver
Volkswagens such a rewarding adjustable driver’s seat, a height and front seat passenger, door
drive. There is a harmonious and reach adjustable steering pocket storage bins and reading
blend between style and wheel and power steering. lights, to name just a few.
For ease of use, electric windows For the driver, the seat height can exceptional comfort and and you’ll notice the depth
and central locking controls are be quickly and easily adjusted by
convenience. Drive the Golf of design highlighted by the
located in the door armrest. a side-mounted lever on all models.
Standard on S models upwards. Standard front passenger seat height
adjustment on SE models upwards.
Interior shown is Golf Estate Sport.
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Sometimes you just need
more s p a c e .
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With the rear seats folded, the Estate
has a huge appetite for luggage.
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Take, for example, the under removable luggage cover to which Volkswagen is becoming
load-floor storage compartments hide items from prying eyes. synonymous. We even thought to
At Volkswagen we see to neatly and securely hold your On a practical note, you cover the bumper with a resilient
Estate car driving a little belongings. Or the gas-pressure have the added benefit of split clear plastic to remove the risk
A c c o m m o d a t i n g differently than most other struts to help open and close the folding rear seats so you can of scratching your paintwork.
manufacturers. It’s not just rear door. There are the safety accommodate a combination
your needs. about adding more boot space, elements – like load restraining of passengers and luggage.
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Volkswagen’s Electronic monitor factors such as steering However, this additional technology such as Electronic The ABS is activated under
Stabilisation Programme is an angle, wheel angle, yaw rate safety feature is no excuse to Brake-pressure Distribution extreme braking, particularly
active safety feature which can (spinning) and lateral drive recklessly because, despite (EBD) and Anti-lock Braking on slippery road surfaces. This
help to prevent an accident by acceleration (side to side its proven quality, ESP cannot System (ABS). EBD constantly electronically controlled system
registering and helping to correct movement). According to the dispense with the laws of physics. monitors the rate at which each helps to prevent the wheels from
oversteer, understeer and loss situation, ESP reacts by braking Regardless of your driving wheel is slowing and redistributes ‘locking’, thereby enabling the car
of stability in the vehicle. the appropriate wheels and experience, you can never the braking effort accordingly to remain steerable in hazardous
The Electronic Stabilisation
The car’s driving condition automatically adjusting the account for other road users between the front and rear axles. conditions. Widely regarded
Programme – ESP – helps
to prevent losing control in and the driver’s actions are engine’s output. Included in or unforeseeable driving The result of this process is much as one of the major safety
unstable driving conditions.
constantly monitored thanks the ESP package are Electronic situations. So with the Golf greater stability, even under innovations of recent years, ABS
to a variety of sensors placed Differential Lock (EDL) and Estate it’s comforting to know severe braking. is standard on all Golf Estates.
throughout the car. The sensors Anti-Slip Regulation (ASR). you have the benefit of advanced
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ESP is designed to stabilise the dynamic handling response of the vehicle by counteracting any tendency towards oversteer or understeer.
The curtain airbag system is available as an option on all models.
Class-leading s a f e t y .
When Volkswagen’s utilised to simulate collisions immense resistance lies The second most common the world and fixes a child seat automatic dimming rear-view 18
engineers started to develop from probable angles. Only within the crumple zone. accident involves side impact. directly to the chassis for greater mirror that detects the amount 19
the Golf Estate, safety aspects when the high criteria of the Following impact, this will With the Golf Estate, a number of restraint. The simplicity belies of dazzle from the car behind?
were of paramount importance. computer tests were achieved, absorb energy to help protect features are designed to minimise its effectiveness and removes Consider these safety
How would the car react in did this information pass to the inner survival zone, damage from such accidents. the need for the time consuming measures along with the standard
various crash scenarios? In order the building of the chassis. helping to minimise occupant These include a reinforced threading of seat belts through fitment of driver, passenger and
to discover this information, With regard to frontal impact, injuries, particularly around chassis, energy absorbing normal child seats. front seat side airbags, as well
high-tech computers were the reason for the Golf Estate’s the front footwells. protection padding, side At Volkswagen our as front seat belt tensioners,
impact bars and inner door commitment to driver and and you’ll start to appreciate the
supports for greater strength. passenger safety goes much extremely safe feeling associated
When a car is involved further. We want you to avoid with driving a Golf Estate.
in an accident, often the most potentially dangerous situations But as Volkswagen is one
vulnerable occupants are in the first place, so we’ve of the leading car manufacturers
children. So at Volkswagen we developed a host of active safety with regard to the safety features
have pioneered the installation features. For example, you can in every model’s design, you
of an innovative child safety have the option of rain sensitive deserve nothing less.
The proven safety of driver The driver and front seat The exceptional performance
and front passenger airbags passenger are further and control of Anti-lock Brakes system called Isofix. This unique windscreen wipers which operate
is standard on all models in protected by side airbags, is standard across the range.
system is the first of its kind in automatically. Or how about an
the Golf Estate range. fitted as standard on all
Golf Estate models.
The l a t e s t generation
of TDI technology.
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If you’re seeking an engine 1.9 litre SDI which develops Düse’) features a high pressure 0 - 62 mph in just 10.5 seconds * According to EU Directive 99/94.
that’s powerful, dynamic 68 bhp. It has a direct injection injection system and is available on its way to a top speed of Please see pages 66, 67, 70 and 71
and efficient, look no further system and around town will as either a manual or automatic. 127 mph, where the law permits, for fuel consumption figures.
than the latest generation of return 39.2 miles per gallon The most powerful diesel yet is still capable of returning
Volkswagen diesel engines. over the Urban cycle*. available for the Golf Estate 51.4 miles per gallon on the
There are three diesels The new 1.9 litre TDI PD is the 1.9 litre TDI PD 130 bhp Combined fuel cycle*.
available, starting with the 100 bhp (PD stands for ‘Pumpe which can take you from
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Turbocharged diesel technology provides an ideal blend of performance with fuel efficiency. Model shown is Golf Estate S.
Longevity is part of its
e n o r m o u s appeal.
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The mark of quality: panel gaps
that are consistently narrow.
fastidious workmanship,
Not that you should need it when with annoying squeaks and The accuracy with which
you consider that the Golf Estate rattles developing. With the the Golf Estate is constructed is
has a fully galvanised body. Golf Estate you’re less likely to evident in the fit of the panels.
have such worries. For a start, Wherever you look, you’ll find
are now made of a one-piece panels. This not only looks good,
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range, but it’s far from basic. folding rear seats, front and rear
EDL and ASR) and ABS brakes a dust and pollen filter, a ‘Beta’
power, it enables the car to black roof rails add to the Golf
electric windows.
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The Golf Estate S E .
model awaits.
CD player.
Where p e r f o r m a n c e
meets practicality.
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Model shown is
Golf Estate Sport.
engine, both boosted by the latest control, three rear head restraints
the moment you set eyes on its seat belt, sports seats and leather
16 inch ‘Montreal II’ alloy wheels, rimmed steering wheel, all fitted
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For perfect acoustics, Digital Sound Processing can
be added to the ‘Gamma’ radio/cassette player.
factory-fitted options available. select a single, front-loading DSP is only available for
Both the ‘Beta’ and ‘Gamma’ CD player for a modest premium the ‘Gamma’ unit fitted to the
provide uninterrupted listening enthusiast, Digital Sound Please note the separate
pleasure, even on the longest Processing is the ultimate system. front-loading single CD player,
– Regulation.
Cruise control
The glass tilt and slide As a distinctive addition, journeys, cruise control allows
option on all models. range of alloy wheels, each that will be automatically
it is simple and safe to use Our anti-theft wheel bolts will BBS ‘RS2’ 16" alloy wheels with the cruise control, but the last
205/55 R16 tyres. Available for
when driving. keep them securely in place. stored speed will be held in the
Sport models.
For added safety it has an memory, allowing you to resume Cruise control provides
a more relaxed drive
anti-trap protection facility. cruising speed at the touch of
on longer journeys.
a button. Cruise control is
you to operate the cruise control much easier. Sensors in the rear
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Model shown is SE fitted with Evolo 17" alloy wheels (Part No. 1J6 071 492 666).
Whether for aesthetic
As a Volkswagen owner,
to safety and security. We are time to fit a child seat because system to younger children with
amongst the first manufacturers there’s no need for threading a weight of 13-18 kg. For greater
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to fit the Isofix child safety system seat belts. You can also specify flexibility, it can be used in either
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that holds the ISOFIX DUO child your Golf Estate with the option the left or right hand position.
Rubber mat sets. Bobsy INTEGRAL. Bobsy G3 booster seat. Bobsy G1-3 child seat.
Front Part No. 1J2 061 501 A 041 (Used in conjunction with the With separate removable sleep Suitable for children of approximately
Rear Part No. 1J0 061 511 041 integrated child seat.) Suitable support. Suitable for children of 9 months to 12 years or for a weight
Headlight protectors. for children of approximately approximately 4 to 12 years or of 9-36 kg.
Part No. 998 VAG 436 A 2 to 4 years or a weight of 13-18 kg. for a weight of 17-36 kg. Part No. 000 019 902 B
Part No. 000 019 919 B Base Part No. 000 019 904 B
Sleep support Part No. 000 019 905 B
Audio
Volkswagen offers an
specification speakers
a combined navigation/radio
controls.
‘Gamma’ radio/cassette.
Part No. 1J0 057 186 D
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Practical travel solutions
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For day-to-day needs or
the towbar.
Navigation/radio system
(requires installation kit).
Part No. 3B0 057 191 D
Roof box – 350 litres.
Part No. 00H 071 350 S
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Roof systems
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The roof systems are typical
Luggage rack.
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A pleasant dilemma:
Non-Metallic paint
Black (A1) Candy White (B4) Ink Blue (D3) Tornado Red (G2)
Metallic paint*
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Pearl Effect paint*
Grey Anthracite (F8) Bright Green (T3) Diamond Black (Z4) Jazz Blue (1D) Green Collection (6F)
Please note: The print process does not allow for exact reproduction of the
paint colours. For further details, please contact your Volkswagen retailer.
* Metallic and Pearl Effect paint are optional at extra cost.
A choice of upholstery.
E, S
‘Airport’ cloth
SE
‘Motion’ velour
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Sport
Sports seats in interwoven velour
Black/Anthracite (RD) Black/Red (RE) Grey (RF) Beige (RG) Black/Blue (RJ)
SE, Sport†
Sports seats in part leather*
Please note: The print process does not allow for exact reproduction of the
upholstery colours. For further details, please contact your Volkswagen retailer.
* Sports seats in part leather are optional at extra cost.
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Grey AJ Grey Black/Grey
Beige AM Beige Black/Beige – –
SE – ‘Motion’ velour
Black CM Black Black
Grey CR Grey Black/Grey
Beige CZ Beige Black/Beige – –
Sport
Sports seats in interwoven velour
Black/Anthracite RD Black Black
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Black/Red RE Black Black – – – – – – –
Grey RF Grey Black/Grey 65
Beige RG Beige Black/Beige – –
Black/Blue RJ Black Black – – – – – –
SE
Sports seats in part leather1
Black VA Black Black
Flannel Grey VE Grey Black/Grey –
Beige VH Beige Black/Beige – –
Sport
Sports seats in part leather1
Black VV Black Black
Flannel Grey VR Grey Black/Grey –
Beige VW Beige Black/Beige – –
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Consists of: leather upper surface of seat base and backrest, leather door panel centre
and door pull, front part of head restraints and top part of front and rear armrests,
leather rimmed steering wheel, handbrake grip and gear lever gaiter (not auto).
Please note:
* Metallic and Pearl Effect paint are optional at extra cost.
Technical specification.
E S, SE S, SE S, SE Sport
1.4 litre 75 bhp 1.6 litre 102 bhp 1.6 litre 105 bhp 2.0 litre 115 bhp 1.8 litre 20V Turbo 150 bhp
(Automatic only)
Engine:
Front in-line transversely mounted. Front in-line transversely mounted. Front in-line transversely mounted. Front in-line transversely mounted. Front in-line transversely mounted.
Hydraulic maintenance-free tappets. Hydraulic maintenance-free tappets. Hydraulic maintenance-free tappets. Hydraulic maintenance-free tappets. Hydraulic maintenance-free tappets.
Heavy duty cooling system suitable Heavy duty cooling system suitable Heavy duty cooling system suitable Heavy duty cooling system suitable Heavy duty cooling system suitable
for towing. Electrically driven, for towing. Electrically driven, for towing. Electrically driven, for towing. Electrically driven, for towing. Electrically driven,
thermostatically controlled cooling thermostatically controlled cooling thermostatically controlled cooling thermostatically controlled cooling thermostatically controlled cooling
fan. Light alloy cross flow cylinder fan. Light alloy cross flow cylinder fan. Light alloy cross flow cylinder fan. Light alloy cross flow cylinder fan. Light alloy cross flow cylinder
head with belt driven double head with belt driven single head with belt driven double head with belt driven single head with belt driven double
overhead camshaft overhead camshaft overhead camshaft overhead camshaft overhead camshaft
Number of valves 4 per cylinder 2 per cylinder 4 per cylinder 2 per cylinder 5 per cylinder
Cubic capacity, ltrs/cc 1.4/1390 1.6/1595 1.6/1598 2.0/1984 1.8/1781
Bore/stroke, mm 76.5/75.6 81.0/77.4 76.5/86.9 82.5/92.8 81.0/86.4
Max. output, bhp/kw 75/55 102/75 105/77 115/85 150/110
at rpm 5000 5600 5700 5400 5700
Max. torque, lbs.ft/Nm 94/128 109/148 109/148 127/172 155/210
at rpm 3300 3800 4500 3200 1750
Compression ratio 10.5 : 1 10.5 : 1 11.5 : 1 10.3 : 1 9.5 : 1
Induction Electronic multipoint injection Electronic multipoint injection Electronic multipoint injection Electronic multipoint injection Electronic multipoint injection
system (Single cylinder injection) system (Single cylinder injection) system (Single cylinder injection) system (Single cylinder injection) system (Single cylinder injection)
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Exhaust emission control Catalytic converter Catalytic converter Catalytic converter Catalytic converter Catalytic converter
lambda control lambda control lambda control lambda control lambda control 67
Fuel grade, minimum S.Unleaded/Premium S.Unleaded/Premium S.Unleaded/Premium S.Unleaded/Premium S.Unleaded/Premium
Battery, A (Ah) 220 (44) 280 (60) 220 (44) 220 (44) 220 (44)
Alternator, amps 70 70 70 70 70
Transmission:
Front wheel drive Front wheel drive Front wheel drive Front wheel drive Front wheel drive
Gearbox 5 speed manual 4 speed auto 5 speed manual 5 speed manual 5 speed manual
Environmental information:
Official fuel consumption according to EU Directive 99/94,
mpg/ltr per 100 km
Urban 31.0/9.1 24.1/11.7 29.7/9.5 24.8/11.4 25.9/10.9
Extra-urban 51.4/5.5 44.1/6.4 49.6/5.7 44.8/6.3 44.1/6.4
Combined 41.5/6.8 33.6/8.4 39.8/7.1 34.4/8.2 34.9/8.1
Fuel tank capacity, galls/ltrs 12.1/55 12.1/55 12.1/55 12.1/55 12.1/55
Official CO 2 emission, g/km* 163 201 170 197 194
Noise, dB 73 69 71 72 71
* Please see page 79 for further information on CO 2 emissions. Specifications subject to change without notice. Information correct as at 18 July 2002. Please note: All data subject to manufacturer’s tolerances.
Technical specification.
E S, SE S, SE S, SE Sport
1.4 litre 75 bhp 1.6 litre 102 bhp 1.6 litre 105 bhp 2.0 litre 115 bhp 1.8 litre 20V Turbo 150 bhp
(Automatic only)
Running gear:
Front axle McPherson suspension struts McPherson suspension struts McPherson suspension struts McPherson suspension struts McPherson suspension struts
and coil springs. Anti-roll bar. and coil springs. Anti-roll bar. and coil springs. Anti-roll bar. and coil springs. Anti-roll bar. and coil springs. Anti-roll bar.
Track stabilising steering geometry Track stabilising steering geometry Track stabilising steering geometry Track stabilising steering geometry Track stabilising steering geometry
Rear axle Torsion beam trailing arm with Torsion beam trailing arm with Torsion beam trailing arm with Torsion beam trailing arm with Torsion beam trailing arm with
track-correcting bearings and track-correcting bearings and track-correcting bearings and track-correcting bearings and track-correcting bearings and
anti-roll bar anti-roll bar anti-roll bar anti-roll bar anti-roll bar
Steering Power-assisted, maintenance-free Power-assisted, maintenance-free Power-assisted, maintenance-free Power-assisted, maintenance-free Power-assisted, maintenance-free
rack and pinion. Collapsible rack and pinion. Collapsible rack and pinion. Collapsible rack and pinion. Collapsible rack and pinion. Collapsible
steering column steering column steering column steering column steering column
Brakes system ABS with EBD. Diagonally split ABS with EBD. Diagonally split ABS with EBD. Diagonally split ABS with EBD. Diagonally split ABS with EBD. Diagonally split
circuits. Servo assisted circuits. Servo assisted circuits. Servo assisted circuits. Servo assisted circuits. Servo assisted
Front Ventilated discs Ventilated discs Ventilated discs Ventilated discs Ventilated discs
Rear Discs Discs Discs Discs Discs
Turning circle, ft/m 35.8/10.9 35.8/10.9 35.8/10.9 35.8/10.9 35.8/10.9
Weights, lbs/kgs:
5 speed manual 4 speed auto 5 speed manual 5 speed manual 5 speed manual
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Unladen weight 3072/1393 3182/1443 3151/1429 3195/1449 TBA
Gross vehicle weight 3969/1800 4079/1850 4057/1840 4101/1860 TBA
Payload † 897/407 897/407 906/411 906/411 TBA
Axle load limit: Front 1896/860 2007/910 1985/900 2029/920 TBA
Rear 2227/1010 2227/1010 2227/1010 2227/1010 TBA
Max. luggage capacity, cu.ft (litres)1 : VDA measuring method using 200 x 100 x 50 mm blocks VDA measuring method using 200 x 100 x 50 mm blocks
With rear seat upright 16.3 (460) 16.3 (460) 16.3 (460) 16.3 (460) 16.3 (460)
With rear seat folded 52.1 (1470) 52.1 (1470) 52.1 (1470) 52.1 (1470) 52.1 (1470)
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The rear luggage capacity has been measured prior to the fitment of the removable under load-floor storage area. Specifications subject to change without notice. Information correct as at 18 July 2002. Please note: All data subject to manufacturer’s tolerances.
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Figures are calculated in accordance with manufacturer’s criteria.
Technical specification.
E S, SE S, SE, Sport
1.9 litre SDI 68 bhp 1.9 litre TDI PD 100 bhp 1.9 litre TDI PD 130 bhp
Engine:
Front in-line transversely mounted. Hydraulic Front in-line transversely mounted. Hydraulic Front in-line transversely mounted. Hydraulic
maintenance-free tappets. Heavy duty cooling maintenance-free tappets. Heavy duty cooling maintenance-free tappets. Heavy duty cooling
system suitable for towing. Electrically driven, system suitable for towing. Electrically driven, system suitable for towing. Electrically driven,
thermostatically controlled cooling fan. Light thermostatically controlled cooling fan. Light thermostatically controlled cooling fan. Light
alloy cross flow cylinder head with belt driven alloy cross flow cylinder head with belt driven alloy cross flow cylinder head with belt driven
single overhead camshaft single overhead camshaft single overhead camshaft
Number of valves 2 per cylinder 2 per cylinder 2 per cylinder
Cubic capacity, ltrs/cc 1.9/1896 1.9/1896 1.9/1896
Bore/stroke, mm 79.5/95.5 79.5/95.5 79.5/95.5
Max. output, bhp/kw 68/50 100/74 130/96
at rpm 4200 4000 4000
Max. torque, lbs.ft/Nm 98/133 177/240 228/310
at rpm 2200 1800 1900
Compression ratio 19.5 : 1 19.0 : 1 19.0 : 1
Induction Direct injection – distributor pump, Direct injection – with unit injectors, Direct injection – with unit injectors,
naturally aspirated turbocharged with intercooler turbocharged with intercooler
Exhaust emission control Catalytic converter Catalytic converter Catalytic converter
Fuel grade, minimum Diesel Diesel Diesel
Battery, A (Ah) 380 (70) 340 (70) 380 (80) 380 (80)
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Alternator, amps 120 120 70 120 70
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Transmission:
Front wheel drive Front wheel drive Front wheel drive
Gearbox 5 speed manual 5 speed manual 5 speed auto 6 speed manual 5 speed auto
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tiptronic tiptronic 1
Environmental information:
Official fuel consumption according to EU Directive 99/94,
mpg/ltr per 100 km
Urban 39.2/7.2 40.9/6.9 32.5/8.7 39.2/7.2 30.7/9.2
Extra-urban 62.8/4.5 62.8/4.5 54.3/5.2 61.4/4.6 53.3/5.3
Combined 52.3/5.4 52.3/5.4 43.5/6.5 51.4/5.5 42.2/6.7
Fuel tank capacity, galls/ltrs 12.1/55 12.1/55 12.1/55 12.1/55 12.1/55
Official CO 2 emission, g/km* 146 146 176 149 181
Noise, dB 73 74 69 72 72
* Please see page 79 for further information on CO 2 emissions. Specifications subject to change without notice. Information correct as at 18 July 2002. Please note: All data subject to manufacturer’s tolerances.
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5 speed auto tiptronic transmission is not available on S TDI PD models.
Technical specification.
E S, SE S, SE, Sport
1.9 litre SDI 68 bhp 1.9 litre TDI PD 100 bhp 1.9 litre TDI PD 130 bhp
Running gear:
Front axle McPherson suspension struts and coil springs. McPherson suspension struts and coil springs. McPherson suspension struts and coil springs.
Anti-roll bar. Track stabilising steering geometry Anti-roll bar. Track stabilising steering geometry Anti-roll bar. Track stabilising steering geometry
Rear axle Torsion beam trailing arm with track-correcting Torsion beam trailing arm with track-correcting Torsion beam trailing arm with track-correcting
bearings and anti-roll bar bearings and anti-roll bar bearings and anti-roll bar
Steering Power-assisted, maintenance-free rack and pinion. Power-assisted, maintenance-free rack and pinion. Power-assisted, maintenance-free rack and pinion.
Collapsible steering column Collapsible steering column Collapsible steering column
Brakes system ABS with EBD. Diagonally split circuits. Servo assisted ABS with EBD. Diagonally split circuits. Servo assisted ABS with EBD. Diagonally split circuits. Servo assisted
Front Ventilated discs Ventilated discs Ventilated discs
Rear Discs Discs Discs
Turning circle, ft/m 35.8/10.9 35.8/10.9 35.8/10.9
Weights, lbs/kgs:
5 speed manual 5 speed manual 5 speed auto 6 speed manual 5 speed auto
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tiptronic tiptronic 2
Unladen weight † 3193/1448 3308/1500 3438/1559 3338/1514 3427/1554 73
Gross vehicle weight 4101/1860 4190/1900 4322/1960 4234/1920 4322/1960
Payload † 908/412 882/400 884/401 895/406 895/406
Axle load limit: Front 2029/920 2117/960 2249/1020 2161/980 2249/1020
Rear 2227/1010 2227/1010 2227/1010 2227/1010 2227/1010
Max. luggage capacity, cu.ft (litres)3 : VDA measuring method using 200 x 100 x 50 mm blocks VDA measuring method using 200 x 100 x 50 mm blocks
With rear seat upright 16.3 (460) 16.3 (460) 16.3 (460)
With rear seat folded 52.1 (1470) 52.1 (1470) 52.1 (1470)
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Sport models have 6 1⁄2J x 16 ‘Montreal II’ alloy wheels with 205/55 R16W tyres and anti-theft wheel bolts. Specifications subject to change without notice. Information correct as at 18 July 2002. Please note: All data subject to manufacturer’s tolerances.
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5 speed automatic tiptronic transmission is not available on S TDI PD models.
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The rear luggage capacity has been measured prior to the fitment of the removable under load-floor storage area.
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Standard equipment.
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Safety and Security: Interior Equipment and Styling:
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ABS: Anti-lock brakes with EBD Anti-dazzle rear-view mirror
Airbags: Driver’s, front passenger’s and front seat side impact airbags Carpet mats: Front and rear – – –
Alarm: Remote control, with interior protection – – Cup holder: Front x 2 – –
Body: Fully galvanised with 12-year anti-corrosion warranty Rear x 2 in the centre console – – –
Door side impact protection Fuel filler flap: With remote locking
Rigid safety cell with front and rear crumple zones Heating: Air blending and ventilation system with four speed fan
Central locking: With security protection Air conditioning – manual µ –
Electronic engine immobiliser, coded transponder Air conditioning – electronic climate control – µ µ
ESP: Electronic Stabilisation Programme – includes EDL Instruments: Speedo and rev counter, electronic odometer, trip and service
(Electronic Differential Lock) and ASR (Traction Control) interval display, digital clock, fuel and temperature gauge
Head restraints: Front adjustable Instrument Blue adjustable panel illumination
Outer rear adjustable lighting:
Three rear µ µ µ Interior lighting: Passenger reading light
High level third brake light Rear reading lights x 2
Isofix child seat preparation (2 outer in rear seat) Luggage compartment light
Laminated windscreen Load sill protection
Seat belts: Front three-point height-adjustable seat belts with tensioners Rain sensor and automatic dimming interior rear-view mirror µ µ µ
Rear outer three-point seat belts Removable rear luggage cover
Rear centre lap belt – Seating: Front driver’s with height adjustment – –
Rear centre three-point seat belt µ µ µ Front driver’s and passenger height adjustment – –
Steering wheel: Safety padded steering wheel 1/3 to 2/3 split folding rear seats
Front sports seats with height adjustment – – –
Functional Equipment: Steering wheel: Three-spoke leather rim – – –
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Door mirrors: Internally adjustable with wide angle vision Storage: Illuminated glove compartment with lockable lid on
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Electrically heated and adjustable with wide angle vision Front seat backrest storage nets – –
on driver’s side, painted in body colour with blue tinted glass – Front door pockets
Dust and pollen filter Under load-floor storage area
Computer: Multifunction, single and total journey memories – – Upholstery: ‘Airport’ cloth – –
Information given on: Driving time, average fuel ‘Motion’ velour – – –
consumption, instantaneous fuel consumption, Interwoven velour – – –
distance driven, average speed and external temperature Vanity mirrors: Illuminated on driver’s and passenger’s side
(with electronic climate control the external 12V socket in luggage compartment – –
temperature is shown in the air conditioning display)
Front fog lights: Integrated within the headlights µ µ µ Exterior Equipment and Styling:
Headlights: Electric height adjustment Bumpers: Painted in body colour with black bump strip –
Heated rear window Painted in body colour with body-coloured bumper strip
In-car ‘Beta’ radio/cassette with four front speakers – – and side bump strips – – –
entertainment: ‘Gamma’ radio/cassette with eight speakers – – Green tinted glass
Front-loading single CD player µ µ – Roof rails, black
CD autochanger, 6 disc, dash-mounted µ µ µ Wheels: 6J x 15 steel including spare with full size wheel trims
Detachable roof aerial with 195/65 R15 tyres –
Multifunction steering wheel including cruise control – – µ Four 6 1⁄2J x 16 ‘Montreal II’ alloys including spare steel wheel
Power-assisted steering and anti-theft wheel bolts with 205/55 R16 tyres – – –
Steering column: Height and reach adjustable
Sunroof: Glass electric slide and tilt with pre-select switch µ µ µ µ Standard µ Optional – Not available
Warning buzzer for lights if left on
Windows: Electric front and rear with roll back safety system –
Wipers: Front wipers with four speed control
Rear screen wiper with automatic wash/wipe
Exterior dimensions. Glossary (continued).
Electronic Engine Immobiliser ESP (Electronic Stabilisation 4MOTION with ‘Haldex’ Coupling
Each car has a unique ‘code Programme) 4MOTION is a new four wheel
transponder’ fitted within the ESP is designed to stabilise drive system which includes the
ignition key. When an attempt the dynamic handling response ‘Haldex’ coupling mounted in the
is made to start the engine, of the vehicle by counteracting rear axle. This ‘Haldex’ coupling
the engine management system any tendency towards oversteer contains an electronically and
interrogates the transponder and or understeer. The ESP constantly hydraulically controlled multiplate
if the incorrect code is received compares the actual movement clutch that allows the engine power
(i.e. the wrong key is used), the of the vehicle with predetermined to be transferred to the wheels with
engine will not run. values and, according to the the best traction. The coupling
EON (Enhanced information the outer front or inner rear wheel of the drive between the front and
concerning Other Networks) (according to direction of slip) rear axles and, because the system is
Ensures that all traffic and automatically adjusting electronically controlled, it gives the
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The Golf Estate: 5 door All figures in millimetres.
announcements within a traffic the engine’s output. optimum traction for most driving
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Specifications subject to change without notice. Information correct as at 18 July 2002. Please note: All data subject to manufacturer’s tolerances. programme area are put through. situations. The advantages of the
to lock, the system reduces brake EDL improves driving and e.g. due to water or ice), the
pressure to that wheel. steering characteristics when system brakes the spinning wheel,
where each wheel has a different wheel with the best traction. EDL