Golf IV · 1997–2003

Volkswagen Golf 1.4 16V Golf IV · 75 hp (1997 to 2003)

The Volkswagen Golf 1.4 16V of the Golf IV generation uses the 1.4 16V petrol engine with 75 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Petrol
Power
75 PS / 55 kW
Displacement
1 390 cm³
Cylinders
4
Engine code
1.4 16V
Period covered
1997–2003
Documented market
Europe

Transmission

  • Manual · 5 speeds

Figures apply to the cited configuration and market; equipment and transmissions may vary by production date.

Specification source : [1] AutoKarnet

This version

75 hp (55 kW), front-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 1997 to 2003.

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In the range

It is the entry-level petrol version of this generation. The 1.4 16V engine is also fitted to: Volkswagen Golf (Golf V), Volkswagen Golf (Golf VI), Volkswagen Polo (Polo IV (9N)).

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Maintenance and records

Oil change — LongLife service

Per indicator, up to ~30,000 km / 2 years

30 000 km

24 months

VW 504 00 (petrol) or 507 00 (diesel) oil required to stay on LongLife.

Source [1]

Oil change — fixed service

Every 15,000 km or 1 year

15 000 km

12 months

Fixed-interval scheme, advised for city or severe use.

Source [1]

Brake fluid

At 3 years, then every 2 years

24 months

Time-based replacement, whatever the mileage.

Source [1]

Questions about this version (2)

Which engine is in the Volkswagen Golf 1.4 16V Golf IV?

The 1.4 16V petrol engine (1 390 cc), 75 hp (55 kW).

AutoKarnet advice

Which oil for the Volkswagen Golf 1.4 16V?

A VW 504 00 / 507 00-approved oil suited to the 1.4 16V engine.

AutoKarnet advice

Documentary sources

  1. [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet

    AutoKarnet · FR · Europe · Synthèse éditoriale AutoKarnet · Accessed 09/10/2026

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