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Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline

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HatchbackPetrolAutomaticFWDYear 2001G
102
Horsepower · 75 kW
12.7s
0–100 km/h
185
km/h top speed
8.0
l/100 km

The Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline is a hatchback powered by a petrol engine delivering 102 hp (75 kW).

Updated Jun 2026 · Data curated by Cars-Data.com

Performance

It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.7 s and reaches a top speed of 185 km/h. Drive is routed to the front-wheel-drive axle via an automatic.

Efficiency & range

Fuel efficiency stands at 8 l/100 km combined, CO₂ emissions of 192 g/km.

Generation & history

This variant was introduced in 2001 as part of the Volkswagen Golf (1998-2003) generation, and sits alongside 138 other variants in this generation.

Full specifications — including engine displacement, transmission type, dimensions, weight, and historical list price — are available on the specifications page.

Quick answers
What is the engine power of the Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline?

The Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline produces 102 hp (75 kW).

How fast does the Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h?

The Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 12.7 seconds.

What is the top speed of the Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline?

The top speed of the Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline is 185 km/h.

What is the fuel consumption of the Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline?

The Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline has a combined fuel consumption of 8.0 l/100 km.

What are the CO₂ emissions of the Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline?

The Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline emits 192 g/km of CO₂.

What transmission does the Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline have?

The Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline is equipped with a Automatic transmission.

Is the Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline front, rear, or all-wheel drive?

The Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline sends power through the FWD drivetrain.

What is the engine size of the Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline?

The Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline has a 1,595 cc engine with 4 cylinders.

What is the torque of the Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline?

The Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline produces 148 Nm of torque.

When was the Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline introduced?

The Volkswagen Golf 1.6 Sportline was introduced in 2001.

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