March 2nd, 2009 | 
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One of the staples of the Hatchback segment is the Volkswagen Golf. In the previous model year debuted a brand new version of the Golf with seven versions: GL, GLS, GTI 1.8T, GTI VR6, GL TDI, GLS TDI, and R32. Sales for the Golf, especially the Golf GL TDI, were brisk during 2004 and 2005. The improved vehicle quality and the modern styling were responsible for the boost in sales.
Performance
Volkswagen Golf Engine Specs: The Golf GL TDI comes outfitted with a 1.9 liter, 4-cylinder motor that uses 8 valves. The engine, manufactured by Volkswagen, is teamed up with a Volkswagen 5-speed transaxle. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Volkswagen.
The fuel system for the 2004 Golf is a traditional Bosch DFI, running on DIESEL fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 14.50 gallons.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Golf has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.
Golf GL TDI Statistics
The dimensions of the Golf GL TDI are 68.30 inches wide by 164.90 inches long. It sits a comfortable 56.70 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 98.90 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $17,200 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $16,090. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Hatchback.
The standard warranty period for the Golf is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the hatchback market.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2004 Golf gets 43 - 46 miles/gallon on the highway and only 32 - 38 in the city. This is average for a hatchback car.
Conclusion
The 2004 model year was unsuccessful for the Volkswagen Golf. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the GL TDI version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..
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