1999 Volkswagen Golf Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 7 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: Fourth generation (1J).
- Length160.4 in – 163.3 in
- Width66.7 in – 68.3 in
- Height56.2 in – 56.7 in
- Wheelbase97.4 in – 98.9 in
- Curb weight2,540 lb – 2,875 lb
- Length160.4 in – 163.3 in
- Height56.2 in – 56.7 in
- Wheelbase97.4 in – 98.9 in
- Curb weight2,540 lb – 2,875 lb
- Width66.7 in – 68.3 in
Proportional exterior silhouette from catalog length, width and height. The explorer below is a systems map — different purpose, not a second silhouette.
Explore your 1999 Volkswagen Golf
Interactive systems diagram for this model year — measure, check fitment, and open the matching SpecSizes tools. Schematic only; not photorealistic body styling.
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
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Select a system below or on the diagram. This schematic marks measurement areas — it is not body-accurate styling.
Catalog summaries
Exterior: 160.4 in – 163.3 in · 66.7 in – 68.3 in · 56.2 in – 56.7 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 5x100, bore 57.1 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS, P195/60HR14.0 BSW AS, P205/50HR15.0 BSW AS, 195/55R15…. Tire sizes
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Exterior dimensions
| Length | 160.4 in – 163.3 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 66.7 in – 68.3 in |
| Height | 56.2 in – 56.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 97.4 in – 98.9 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 37.5 in – 39.2 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 37.4 in – 37.7 in |
| Front legroom | 41.3 in – 42.3 in |
| Rear legroom | 31.5 in – 33.3 in |
| Front shoulder room | 53.7 in – 54.0 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 51.7 in – 54.6 in |
| Front hip room | 52.8 in – 53.2 in |
| Rear hip room | 51.9 in – 52.3 in |
| Passenger volume | 87.0 cu ft – 88.0 cu ft |
| Luggage volume | 17.0 cu ft – 18.0 cu ft |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 2,540 lb – 2,875 lb |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal – 14.6 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 2,000 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 122 – 173 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- P195/65HR15.0 BSW AS
- P195/60HR14.0 BSW AS
- P205/50HR15.0 BSW AS
- 195/55R15
- 195/60R14
- 195/65R15
- 205/40R17
- 205/45R16
- 205/50R15
- 205/55R16
- 215/35R18
- 225/45R17
- 235/35R19
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver21"
- Passenger19"
- Rear13"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 47H5
- 48H6
- H5-AGM
- H6-AGM
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-404.8 qt
- 5W-404.4 qt
- 5W-406.1 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (7 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL 2dr Hatchback | 163.3 | 68.3 | 56.7 | 98.9 | — | 2723 |
| GL 4dr Hatchback | 160.4 | 66.7 | 56.2 | 97.4 | — | 2540 |
| GL TDI 2dr Hatchback | 163.3 | 68.3 | 56.7 | 98.9 | — | 2820 |
| GLS 4dr Hatchback | 163.3 | 68.3 | 56.7 | 98.9 | — | 2791 |
| GLS TDI 4dr Hatchback | 163.3 | 68.3 | 56.7 | 98.9 | — | 2875 |
| GTI-VR6 2dr Hatchback | 160.4 | 66.7 | 56.2 | 97.4 | — | 2811 |
| Wolfsburg 4dr Hatchback | 160.4 | 66.7 | 56.2 | 97.4 | — | 2540 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (Fourth generation (1J)): years 1999–2004. View model overview