Volkswagen - Golf (1998)

Welcome to the definitive snapshot of the classic 1998 Volkswagen Golf—a timeless gem that has carved out an enduring niche in the compact car segment. In this snapshot you’ll find a clear overview of the car’s core specifications, realistic depreciation profiles, and a comparative lens that positions the 1998 Golf against its contemporaries—all crafted to help you gauge the true Volkswagen Golf price you can expect in today's market.

• Model Year: 1998
• Engine: 1.6‑liter 4‑cylinder inline-4 (EA837)
• Power: 110 hp @ 5,250 rpm
• Torque: 140 Nm @ 4,000 rpm
• Transmission: 5‑speed manual (standard) or 4‑speed automatic (optional)
• Drive: Front‑wheel drive (RWD in the Golf GTI variant)
• Fuel Type: Petrol (gasoline)
• Overall Length: 4,166 mm (164 in)
• Overall Width: 1,660 mm (65 in)
• Overall Height: 1,451 mm (57 in)
• Wheelbase: 2,480 mm (97.6 in)
• Curb Weight: 1,090 kg (2,404 lb) – 1,165 kg (2,570 lb) with GTI
• Fuel Economy: 6.4–6.8 L/100 km (≈ 35–37 mpg US)
• Top Speed: +132 km/h (82 mph) – GTI up to 166 km/h (104 mph)

**Depreciation Overview** – The aging of a car is often measured not just by the numbers on a price tag but by how the market perceives its value over time. For the 1998 Golf, the depreciation curve is fairly typical for reliable European compact cars:

• First 12 months: 15‑20% drop from retail value due to the natural “new‑to‑first‑owner” depreciation (based on original MSRP).
• Years 2–5:

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  Last tracked date	Status	Price	Price rank	Link
  2 years ago	used	€4,500.00		Unlock all links
  4 years ago	used	€1,200.00		Unlock all links
  4 years ago	used	€1,200.00		Unlock all links

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