Golf IV · 1999–2003

Volkswagen Golf 2.0 Golf IV · 115 hp (1999 to 2003)

The Volkswagen Golf 2.0 of the Golf IV generation uses the 2.0 8V petrol engine with 115 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Petrol
Power
115 PS / 85 kW
Displacement
1 984 cm³
Cylinders
4
Engine code
2.0 8V
Period covered
1999–2003
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

115 hp (85 kW), front-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 1999 to 2003.

AutoKarnet advice

In the range

It sits between the 1.6 (100 hp) and the V5 2.3 (150 hp).

AutoKarnet advice

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 2.0 Golf IV?

The 2.0 8V petrol engine (1 984 cc), 115 hp (85 kW).

AutoKarnet advice

Which oil for the Volkswagen Golf 2.0?

A VW 504 00 / 507 00-approved oil suited to the 2.0 8V engine.

AutoKarnet advice

Documentary sources

  1. [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet

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

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