2003 Volkswagen Golf Specs, Features & Options
Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2003 Volkswagen Golf lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.
1 of 6  Golf GL Hatchback 4D | 2 of 6  Golf GL Hatchback 2D | 3 of 6  Golf GL TDI Hatchback 4D | 4 of 6  Golf GLS Hatchback 4D | 5 of 6 Golf GL TDI Hatchback 2D | 6 of 6 Golf GLS TDI Hatchback 4D | |||
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| Fair Market Price | $3,754 | $3,830 | $3,976 | $4,214 | $4,340 | $5,185 | ||
| Fuel Economy | City 21/Hwy 29/Comb 24 MPG | City 21/Hwy 29/Comb 24 MPG | City 35/Hwy 44/Comb 39 MPG | City 21/Hwy 29/Comb 24 MPG | City 35/Hwy 44/Comb 39 MPG | City 35/Hwy 44/Comb 39 MPG | ||
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Diesel | Gas | Diesel | Diesel | ||
| Horsepower | 115 @ 5400 RPM | 115 @ 5400 RPM | 90 @ 3750 RPM | 115 @ 5400 RPM | 90 @ 3750 RPM | 90 @ 3750 RPM | ||
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel | ||
| Cargo Volume | 18.00 cu ft | 18.00 cu ft | 18.00 cu ft | 18.00 cu ft | 18.00 cu ft | 18.00 cu ft | ||
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | ||
| Torque | 122 lb-ft | 122 lb-ft | 155 lb-ft | 122 lb-ft | 155 lb-ft | 155 lb-ft | ||
| Turning Circle | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | ||
| 0 - 60 | 10.4 seconds | 10.1 seconds | 12.3 seconds | 10.6 seconds | 12 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Child Seat Anchors | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Child Door Locks | Standard | Not available | Standard | Standard | Not available | Standard |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Navigation System | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Torque | 122 @ 5400 RPM | 122 @ 5400 RPM | 155 @ 3750 RPM | 122 @ 5400 RPM | 155 @ 3750 RPM | 155 @ 3750 RPM | ||
| 0 to 60 | 10.4 seconds | 10.1 seconds | 12.3 seconds | 10.6 seconds | 12 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Leather Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | ||
| Power Driver's Seat | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Power Windows | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | ||
| Tilt Steering Wheel | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Alloy Wheels | Optional | Optional | Optional | Standard | Optional | Optional | ||
| Rear Spoiler | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | ||
| Recommended Fuel | Not Available | Not Available | Diesel | Not Available | Diesel | Diesel | ||
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual | Manual |
| Curb Weight | 2857 pounds | 2771 pounds | 2937 pounds | 2897 pounds | 2853 pounds | 2976 pounds | ||
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | 14.5 gallons | ||
| Front Head Room | 38.6 inches | 38.6 inches | 38.6 inches | 37.4 inches | 38.6 inches | 37.4 inches | ||
| Front Leg Room | 41.5 inches | 41.5 inches | 41.5 inches | 41.5 inches | 41.5 inches | 41.5 inches | ||
| Minimum Ground Clearance | 5.1 inches | 5.1 inches | 5.1 inches | 5.1 inches | 5.1 inches | 5.1 inches | ||
| Overall Length | 164.9 inches | 164.9 inches | 164.9 inches | 164.9 inches | 164.9 inches | 164.9 inches | ||
| Payload Capacity | 893 pounds | 888 pounds | 888 pounds | 893 pounds | 884 pounds | 888 pounds | ||
| Front Shoulder Room | 53.7 inches | 53.7 inches | 53.7 inches | 53.7 inches | 53.7 inches | 53.7 inches | ||
| Turning Diameter | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | 35.8 feet | ||
| Wheel Base | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | 98.9 inches | ||
| Width with mirrors | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches | 68.3 inches |
FAQs
Is the 2003 Volkswagen Golf a powerful car?
It depends on your definition of powerful. The 2003 Golf ranges in power from the GL TDI Hatchback 4D with 90 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 12.3 seconds to the GLS Hatchback 4D with 115 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 10.6 seconds. For a more detailed look at the 2003 Golf specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2003 Volkswagen Golf specs page.
How fast is the 2003 Volkswagen Golf?
The 2003 Golf ranges in power from the GL TDI Hatchback 4D with 90 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 12.3 seconds to the GLS Hatchback 4D with 115 horsepower and a 0-60 time of 10.6 seconds. For a more detailed look at the 2003 Golf specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2003 Volkswagen Golf specs page.
What are the levels of Volkswagen Golfs?
The 2003 Volkswagen Golf comes in 6 different trims, ranging from the GL Hatchback 4D with a base MSRP of $3,754.00 to the GLS TDI Hatchback 4D with a base MSRP of $5,185.00. For an in-depth side-by-side breakdown of all the 2003 Golf specs, features and options by trim level, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2003 Volkswagen Golf specs page.
What features does the Volkswagen Golf 2003 have?
2003 Volkswagen Golf features include AM/FM Radio, Cassette, and Child Seat Anchors. For a full list of All 2003 Golf trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2003 Volkswagen Golf specs page.