1999 Volkswagen Golf Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 1999 Volkswagen Golf lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
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| Fair Market Price | $3,020 | $3,252 | $3,360 | $3,566 | $3,585 | $3,696 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 21/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG | City 21/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG | City 21/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG | City 35/Hwy 44/Comb 39 MPG | City 35/Hwy 44/Comb 39 MPG | City 17/Hwy 24/Comb 20 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Diesel | Diesel | Gas | ||
| Horsepower | 115 @ 5200 RPM | 115 @ 5200 RPM | 115 @ 5400 RPM | 90 @ 3750 RPM | 90 @ 3750 RPM | 172 @ 5800 RPM | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel | V6, 2.8 Liter | ||
| Cargo Volume | 18.00 cu ft | 18.00 cu ft | 16.90 cu ft | 18.00 cu ft | 18.00 cu ft | 17.50 cu ft | ||
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 | ||
| Torque | 122 lb-ft | 122 lb-ft | 122 lb-ft | 155 lb-ft | 155 lb-ft | 173 lb-ft | ||
| Turning Circle | 35.1 feet | 35.1 feet | 32.8 feet | 35.1 feet | 35.1 feet | 34.2 feet | ||
| Curb Weight | 2,723 pounds | 2,723 pounds | 2,544 pounds | 2,723 pounds | 2,723 pounds | 2,800 pounds |
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Not available | Standard | Standard | Not available | Standard | Not available | ||
| Traction Control | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 122 @ 5200 RPM | 122 @ 5200 RPM | 122 @ 5400 RPM | 155 @ 3750 RPM | 155 @ 3750 RPM | 173 @ 5800 RPM |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | ||
| Rear Spoiler | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Diesel | Diesel | Not Available | ||
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Curb Weight | 2723 pounds | 2723 pounds | 2544 pounds | 2723 pounds | 2723 pounds | 2800 pounds | ||
| EPA Total Interior | 106 cubic feet | 105 cubic feet | 104.5 cubic feet | 106 cubic feet | 106 cubic feet | 104.3 cubic feet | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 14.6 gallons | 14.6 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.6 gallons | 14.6 gallons | 14.5 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 38.5 inches | 38.5 inches | 39.2 inches | 38.5 inches | 38.5 inches | 37.5 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 42.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 41.3 inches | 42.3 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | Not Available | Not Available | 4.8 inches | Not Available | Not Available | 4.8 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 163.3 inches | 163.3 inches | 160.4 inches | 163.3 inches | 163.3 inches | 160.4 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | Not Available | Not Available | 1005 pounds | Not Available | Not Available | 1030 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 53.7 inches | 53.7 inches | 53.8 inches | 53.7 inches | 53.7 inches | 54 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | 35.1 feet | 35.1 feet | 32.8 feet | 35.1 feet | 35.1 feet | 34.2 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | 97.4 inches | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | 97.4 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches | 66.7 inches | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches | 66.7 inches |
FAQs
Is the 1999 Volkswagen Golf a powerful car?
It depends on your definition of powerful. The 1999 Golf ranges in power from the GL TDI Hatchback 2D with 90 horsepower to the GTI VR6 Hatchback 2D with 172 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1999 Golf specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1999 Volkswagen Golf specs page.
How fast is the 1999 Volkswagen Golf?
The 1999 Golf ranges in power from the GL TDI Hatchback 2D with 90 horsepower to the GTI VR6 Hatchback 2D with 172 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 1999 Golf specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 1999 Volkswagen Golf specs page.
What are the levels of Volkswagen Golfs?
The 1999 Volkswagen Golf comes in 6 different trims, ranging from the GL Hatchback 2D with a base MSRP of $3,020.00 to the GTI VR6 Hatchback 2D with a base MSRP of $3,696.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 1999 Golf specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 1999 Volkswagen Golf specs page.
What features does the Volkswagen Golf 1999 have?
1999 Volkswagen Golf features include AM/FM Radio, Child Seat Anchors, and Driver Airbag. For a full list of All 1999 Golf trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 1999 Volkswagen Golf specs page.