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Volkswagen Golf Engine Specs: The Golf GTI 20th Anniversary comes outfitted with a 1.8 liter, 4-cylinder motor that uses 20 valves. The engine, manufactured by Volkswagen, is mated to a six-speed transaxle by Volkswagen. This arrangement has demonstrated to be an effective style for Volkswagen.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The Golf uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the Golf GTI 20th Anniversary are 68.30 inches wide by 164.90 inches long. It sits 56.70 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 98.90 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

A powertrain guarantee is provided (60,000 miles/60 months), and a 50,000 mile, 48 month guarantee also comes with the Volkswagen Golf. This is standard for the price range.

The listed retail price in 2003 (MSRP) was $16,720, with a dealer invoice cost of $15,586. This price is on target the industry average price for a two-door Hatchback.

Fuel Efficiency

For the 2003 Golf, the fuel configuration is a electronic Bosch Motronic SFI, using gasoline for fuel. A fuel-injected MFI configuration. The gas tank holds 14.50 gallons.

The Golf GTI 20th Anniversary received a miles-per-gallon rating of 34 - 42 in-city driving and 45 - 49 when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was exceptional.

We Think…

The 2003 model year was telling year for the Volkswagen Golf. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the GTI 20th Anniversary version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

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