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1998 Volkswagen Golf 4dr HB K2 Manual (CA/NY/MA/CT)

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Volkswagen Golf 4dr HB K2 Manual (CA/NY/MA/CT)
Volkswagen Golf 4dr HB K2 Manual (CA/NY/MA/CT)
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$14,895
Base Invoice:
$13,904
Destination:
$500
Engine/Fuel:
2.0L/121 Gas I4
Transmission:
5 Speed Manual w/OD
Door/Body Style:
4 Door Hatchback K2
Drive Type:
Front-Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
24/31

Specifications

Vehicle
EPA Classification : Compact
Engine
Engine Order Code :
Engine Type : Gas I4
Displacement : 2.0L/121
Fuel System : SMPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 115 @ 5400
SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 122 @ 3200
Transmission
Drivetrain : Front-Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code :
Trans Type : 5
Trans Description Cont. : Manual w/OD
Trans Description Cont. Again :
First Gear Ratio (:1) : 3.46
Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.94
Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.29
Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 0.97
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) : 0.81
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Reverse Ratio (:1) : 3.17
Clutch Size (in) : - TBD -
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) : 3.67
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) :
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 24
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 31
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : - TBD -
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 90
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 6.7
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight (lbs) : 2544
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : N/A
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : N/A
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : N/A
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front : Independent
Suspension Type - Rear : Independent
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) : MacPherson Strut
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) : Torsion Beam
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : 0.71
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) :
Brakes
Brake Type : Pwr-Assisted
Brake ABS System : Four-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) :
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 10.1 x 0.79
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) :
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) : 7.9 x 0.39
Tires
Front Tire Order Code :
Rear Tire Order Code :
Spare Tire Order Code :
Front Tire Size : P195/60R14
Rear Tire Size : P195/60R14
Spare Tire Size : Compact
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) : 14 x 6
Rear Wheel Size (in) : 14 x 6
Spare Wheel Size (in) : Compact
Front Wheel Material : Steel
Rear Wheel Material : Steel
Spare Wheel Material : Steel
Steering
Steering Type : Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall : 17.8
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) : 3.2
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 32.8
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : - TBD -
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 14.5
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in) : 97.4
Length, Overall (in) : 160.4
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 66.7
Height, Overall (in) : 56.2
Tread Width, Front (in) : 57.5
Tread Width, Rear (in) : 57.0
Min Ground Clearance (in) : 4.8
Liftover Height (in) : - TBD -
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Up (ft³) : 16.9
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down (ft³) : - TBD -
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 4
Passenger Volume (ft³) : 87.6
Front Head Room (in) : 39.2
Front Leg Room (in) : 42.3
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 53.8
Front Hip Room (in) : - TBD -
Second Head Room (in) : 37.4
Second Leg Room (in) : 31.5
Second Shoulder Room (in) : 52.8
Second Hip Room (in) : - TBD -
Summary
Vehicle Name : Golf
Body Style : 4 Door Hatchback K2

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS
City 24/hwy 31 (2.0L engine/5-speed manual trans)
EXTERIOR
Choice of K2 skis or snowboard
Roof rails w/ski/snowboard carrier attachment
Body-color 5-MPH front/rear bumpers w/black lower section
Black rear spoiler
Body-color body-side moldings
Body-color 3-bar grille
Eurostyle halogen headlights
Daytime running lamps
Darkened taillamp lenses
Front fog lights
Body-color heated pwr mirrors
Tinted glass
2-speed intermittent windshield wipers
Rear window wiper/washer system w/intermittent wipe feature
Heated windshield washer nozzles
INTERIOR
Fully reclining heated front cloth sport seats w/adjustable headrests, driver seat height adjuster
60/40 split/fold rear seat
Floor mats
Leather-wrapped steering wheel/brake handle/shift boot
Sport shift knob
Center console-inc: rear lockable compartment w/padded lid, 2-front/1-rear beverage holders, rear ashtray
Silver-faced instrument cluster
Instrumentation-inc: speedometer, tachometer, trip odometer, temp/fuel gauges
Headlights-on warning tone
Radio-frequency remote locking system
Central pwr locking system-inc: selective unlocking at front doors
Anti-theft vehicle alarm system
Pwr trunklid release
Auto locking trunk lid
Rear heating/air cond ducts
Electric rear window defroster
Digital clock
Premium AM/FM stereo w/cassette-inc: 8-speakers, anti-theft coding
Black roof antenna
Illuminated front ashtray
Front/rear door storage pockets
Molded door trim w/cloth inserts
Open door warning reflectors
Integrated armrests in door panels
Dual covered visor vanity mirrors
Front/rear passenger assist handles
Interior dome light
Front passenger seatback pocket
Fully lined carpeted luggage compartment-inc: removable cover, trunk light
MECHANICAL
2.0L SOHC SMPI 4 cyl engine
5-speed manual transmission w/OD
Clutch/starter interlock
Front wheel drive
63 amp/hr battery
70 amp alternator
Digital electronic ignition w/knock sensor
Independent MacPherson strut front suspension
Independent torsion beam axle rear suspension
Front/rear coil springs/telescopic shock absorbers
Front stabilizer bar
P195/60HR14 all-season tires
Space-saver spare tire
14" x 6" machined "Flying" alloy wheels
Pwr-assisted rack & pinion steering
Pwr-assisted front vented disc/rear drum brakes
14.5 gallon fuel tank
TLEV (Transitional Low Emissions Vehicle) concept
SAFETY
Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system
3-point front/rear outboard seat belts w/emergency locking retractor
Center rear lap belt
Front safety belt height adjustment
Child-safety rear door locks
Collapsible steering column
Anti-intrusion side door guard beams
Daytime running lights
Dual tone horn

Options

NO OPTION KIND
** THIS VEHICLE IS AVAILABLE ONLY IN THE STATES OF CALIFORNIA, NEW YORK, MASSACHUSETTS, AND CONNECTICUT ** STANDARAD
PWR GLASS SUNROOF W/TILT & SLIDE & SHADE $590
SIDE AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTS $395
Emission System
CALIFORNIA EMISSION REQUIREMENTS $100
MASSACHUSETTS EMISSION REQUIREMENTS $100
NEW YORK/CONNECTICUT EMISSION REQUIREMENTS $100
Paint Type
STANDARD PAINT STANDARAD
CLEARCOAT METALLIC PAINT $175
Air Cond Option
AIR CONDITIONING NOT DESIRED STANDARAD
AIR CONDITIONING $860

Warranty and Incentives

Warranty
Basic:
2 Years/24,000 Miles

Drivetrain:
10 Years/100,000 Miles

Corrosion:
6 Years/Unlimited Miles

Roadside Assistance:
2 Years/Unlimited Miles
Recall
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
99V022

Potential Number Of Units Affected:
23,600

Summary:
The sound absorbing mat attached to the inside of the B-pillar side trim panel may have been improperly installed. Surface and edges of the mat could have been damaged during the assembly process. The mat could ignite when exposed to the exhaust gas of the seat belt pre-tensioner in the event the pre-tensioner is triggered in a crash, resulting in a fire.

Remedy:
Dealers will remove the matting materials from inside the B-pillar on both sides of the vehicle. Owner notification began Feb. 9, 1999. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Volkswagen at 1-877-270-4178.

Dates of Manufacture:
September 1998 - January 1999

Manufacturer Recall Number:
UF