2001 Volkswagen Golf Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2001 Volkswagen Golf lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 5  Golf GL Hatchback 2D | 2 of 5  Golf GLS Hatchback 4D | 3 of 5 Golf GL TDI Hatchback 2D | 4 of 5 Golf GLS Turbo Hatchback 4D | 5 of 5 Golf GLS TDI Hatchback 4D | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $3,223 | $3,578 | $3,738 | $3,943 | $4,369 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 21/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG | City 21/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG | City 35/Hwy 44/Comb 39 MPG | City 22/Hwy 28/Comb 24 MPG | City 35/Hwy 44/Comb 39 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Diesel | Gas | Diesel | ||
| Horsepower | 115 @ 5200 RPM | 115 @ 5200 RPM | 90 @ 3750 RPM | 150 @ 5700 RPM | 90 @ 3750 RPM | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel | ||
| Cargo Volume | 18.00 cu ft | 18.00 cu ft | 18.00 cu ft | 18.00 cu ft | 18.00 cu ft | ||
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | ||
| Torque | 122 lb-ft | 122 lb-ft | 155 lb-ft | 155 lb-ft | 155 lb-ft | ||
| Turning Circle | 35.1 feet | 35.1 feet | 35.1 feet | 32.8 feet | 35.1 feet | ||
| 0 - 60 | 10.1 seconds | 10.4 seconds | 11.9 seconds | 8.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Not available | Standard | Not available | Standard | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Optional | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 122 @ 5200 RPM | 122 @ 5200 RPM | 155 @ 3750 RPM | 155 @ 5700 RPM | 155 @ 3750 RPM | ||
| 0 to 60 | 10.1 seconds | 10.4 seconds | 11.9 seconds | 8.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Optional | Standard | Optional | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Rear Spoiler | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Not Available | Not Available | Diesel | Not Available | Diesel | ||
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Curb Weight | 2772 pounds | 2869 pounds | 2782 pounds | 2915 pounds | 2943 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 38.6 inches | 38.6 inches | 38.6 inches | 38.6 inches | 38.6 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 41.5 inches | 41.5 inches | 41.5 inches | 41.5 inches | 41.5 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 4 inches | 4 inches | 4 inches | 4 inches | 4 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 164.9 inches | 164.9 inches | 164.9 inches | 164.9 inches | 164.9 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 889 pounds | 893 pounds | 886 pounds | 891 pounds | 883 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 53.7 inches | 53.7 inches | 53.7 inches | 53.7 inches | 53.7 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | 35.1 feet | 35.1 feet | 35.1 feet | 32.8 feet | 35.1 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches |
FAQs
Is the 2001 Volkswagen Golf a powerful car?
It depends on your definition of powerful. The 2001 Golf ranges in power from the GL TDI Hatchback 2D with 90 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 11.9 seconds to the GLS Turbo Hatchback 4D with 150 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 8.2 seconds. For a more detailed look at the 2001 Golf specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2001 Volkswagen Golf specs page.
How fast is the 2001 Volkswagen Golf?
The 2001 Golf ranges in power from the GL TDI Hatchback 2D with 90 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 11.9 seconds to the GLS Turbo Hatchback 4D with 150 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 8.2 seconds. For a more detailed look at the 2001 Golf specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2001 Volkswagen Golf specs page.
What are the levels of Volkswagen Golfs?
The 2001 Volkswagen Golf comes in 5 different trims, ranging from the GL Hatchback 2D with a base MSRP of $3,223.00 to the GLS TDI Hatchback 4D with a base MSRP of $4,369.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2001 Golf specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2001 Volkswagen Golf specs page.
What features does the Volkswagen Golf 2001 have?
2001 Volkswagen Golf features include AM/FM Radio, Cassette, and Child Seat Anchors. For a full list of All 2001 Golf trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2001 Volkswagen Golf specs page.