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1998 Volkswagen GTI 2dr HB Base Manual (CA/NY/MA)

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Volkswagen GTI 2dr HB Base Manual (CA/NY/MA)
Volkswagen GTI 2dr HB Base Manual (CA/NY/MA)
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$16,670
Base Invoice:
$15,351
Destination:
$500
Engine/Fuel:
2.0L/121 Gas I4
Transmission:
5 Speed Manual w/OD
Door/Body Style:
4 Door Hatchback
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) : 2565
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) : 0.79
Brakes
Brake Type : Pwr-Assisted
Brake ABS System : Four-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 10.1 x 0.79
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 10.1 x 0.79
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) :
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) :
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 : Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material : Aluminum
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) :
Cargo Volume with Rear Seat Down (ft³) : 17.5
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 4
Passenger Volume (ft³) : 86.8
Front Head Room (in) : 37.5
Front Leg Room (in) : 42.3
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 54.0
Front Hip Room (in) : - TBD -
Second Head Room (in) : 37.4
Second Leg Room (in) : 31.5
Second Shoulder Room (in) : 54.6
Second Hip Room (in) : - TBD -
Summary
Vehicle Name : GTI
Body Style : 4 Door Hatchback

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS
City 24/hwy 31 (2.0L engine/5-speed manual trans)
EXTERIOR
Pwr tilt/slide glass sunroof w/sunshade
Black rear spoiler
Body-color front/rear bumpers w/black lower section
Body-color side molding
Black rocker panel covering
Body-color 2-bar grille
Euro-style halogen headlamps w/separate high/low bulbs
Daytime running lights
Front fog lights
Dual black pwr remote mirrors
Tinted glass
2-speed intermittent wipers
Rear wiper/washer system w/intermittent wipe feature
INTERIOR
Fully reclining front sport seats w/2-way adjustable headrests
Driver seat height adjustment
60/40 split folding rear seat
Jacquard cloth seat fabric w/embroidered "GTI"
Floor mats
Center console-inc: rear lockable compartment w/padded lid, 2 front/1 rear beverage holders, rear ashtray
4-spoke padded steering wheel w/height-adjustable steering column
Instrumentation-inc: speedometer, tachometer, trip odometer, temp/fuel gauges
Headlights-on warning tone
Anti-theft vehicle alarm system
Radio-frequency remote locking system
Central pwr locking system-inc: key-operated sunroof opening/closing, selective unlocking from front doors
Auto locking trunk lid
Pwr remote trunk release
Electric rear window defroster
Rear heating/air cond ducts
Air conditioning
Premium AM/FM cassette stereo w/8-speaker system, anti-theft coding
Black roof-mounted whip antenna
Digital clock
Illuminated front ashtray
Front door storage pockets
Integrated armrests in door panels
Molded door trim w/cloth inserts
Open door warning reflectors
Black plastic door sill cover w/embossed "GTI"
Dual covered visor vanity mirrors
Front/rear passenger assist handles
Interior dome light w/time delay
Red-stitched leather-wrapped shift boot, parking brake lever
Sport shift knob
Front passenger seatback pockets
Fully carpeted luggage compartment-inc: light, removable cover
MECHANICAL
2.0L SOHC SMPI 4 cyl engine
5-speed manual transmission
Clutch/starter interlock
Front wheel drive
63 amp/hr battery
90 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/stabilizer bars
P195/60HR14 all-season tires
Space-saver spare tire
14" x 6" 5-spoke alloy wheels w/anti-theft wheel locks, "VW" logo hub caps
Pwr-assisted rack & pinion steering
Pwr-assisted 4-wheel disc brakes (vented front)
Anti-lock brake system
Chrome finish dual tailpipe extension
SAFETY
Anti-lock brakes
Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system
3-point front/rear outboard safety belts w/front height adjusters
Rear center lap belt
Front emergency tensioning retractors
Collapsible steering column
Anti-intrusion side door 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
SIDE IMPACT 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

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