Golf V · 2003–2008

Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Golf V · 102 hp (2003 to 2008)

The Volkswagen Golf 1.6 of the Golf V generation uses the 1.6 8V petrol engine with 102 hp.

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Technical specifications

Fuel
Petrol
Power
102 PS / 75 kW
Displacement
1 595 cm³
Cylinders
4
Engine code
1.6 8V
Period covered
2003–2008
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

102 hp (75 kW), front-wheel drive, 5-speed manual. Built from 2003 to 2008.

AutoKarnet advice

In the range

It sits between the 1.4 16V (80 hp) and the 1.6 FSI (115 hp). The 1.6 8V engine is also fitted to: Volkswagen Golf (Golf IV), Volkswagen Golf (Golf VI).

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 1.6 Golf V?

The 1.6 8V petrol engine (1 595 cc), 102 hp (75 kW).

AutoKarnet advice

Which oil for the Volkswagen Golf 1.6?

A VW 504 00 / 507 00-approved oil suited to the 1.6 8V engine.

AutoKarnet advice

Documentary sources

  1. [1] Rédaction AutoKarnet

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

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