The 2003 Volkswagen Golf 1.6 is a front-wheel-drive hatchback, petrol-powered with a manual gearbox. It has an engine displacement of 1.6 litres and an output of 77 kW (105 hp).

The asking price is 29,000 SEK. That is in line with bilbil.se's estimated market price of 25,600 SEK. The estimate is based on 727 comparable cars. The chance this car sells within the next 30 days is about 50%.

A dealer typically sells this model in about 15 days and a private seller in about 14 days.

The odometer reads 131,500 km, which works out at about 6,000 km per year. The next inspection is due by 31/10/2027.

Notable equipment:

  • Tow bar

Running the car costs an estimated:

The seller is a private individual, Bollstabruk.

The car has been for sale for 28 days since 30/09/2026. During that time the listing was off the market for 28 days.

Basic information

Mileage
131,500 km
Engine
1.6 l, Petrol
Model year
2003
First registration
22/01/2003
Gearbox
Manual
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
Body type
Hatchback
Colour
Silver
Next inspection due
31/10/2027
Country of manufacture
Germany
Assembly plant
Volkswagen, Wolfsburg
bilbil.se ID
289635

Engine and drivetrain

Engine code
BCB
Displacement
1,598 cm³
Engine layout
Inline
Cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder
4
Engine position
Front
Fuel injection
Indirect injection
Forced induction
Yes
Camshaft drive
Timing belt
Fuel grade
Petrol 98
Power
77 kW / 105 hp
Engine speed at peak power
5,700 rpm
Torque
148 Nm
Engine speed at peak torque
4,500 rpm
Number of gears
5
Acceleration (0–100)
10.8 s
Top speed
192 km/h

Consumption and emissions

Fuel consumption
7 l/100 km
Fuel tank
55 l
CO2 emissions
168 g/km (NEDC)
Emission class
Euro 5
Exhaust aftertreatment
Catalytic converter

Dimensions and weights

Dimensions (L × W × H)
4,400 × 1,740 × 1,470 mm
Width including mirrors
1,960 mm
Wheelbase
2,500 mm
Turning circle
10.9 m
Boot space
330 l
Boot space, seats folded
1,184 l
Kerb weight
1,300 kg
Gross weight
1,800 kg
Payload
578 kg
Roof load
75 kg
Max towing weight
1,200 kg
Towing weight (unbraked)
600 kg
Tow ball load
75 kg

Body and chassis

Seats
5
Doors
5
Size class
Small family cars
Front suspension
Coil springs
Rear suspension
Coil springs
Front brakes
Disc brakes
Rear brakes
Disc brakes

The information on this page is compiled by Bilbil from dozens of public and non-public sources from Sweden and elsewhere in Europe. Check the details stated by the seller in the original listing.

Generation
IV (1J)
Produced
1997–2006
Sub-model
1J

Gearbox
Manual

Equipment

  • Tow bar

Equipment rating

Asking price: 29,000 SEK

At market price

Market price estimate 25,600 SEK

Based on asking prices

Compared to 727 cars of the same model and similar model years (currently listed and recently delisted).

How the estimate is built

  • Base value (Volkswagen Golf, 2003) 18,100 SEK
  • Low mileage +9,990 SEK
  • Two sets of tyres +420 SEK
  • Front-wheel drive −240 SEK
  • Manual transmission −850 SEK
  • Sold by a private seller −1,820 SEK
  • Market price estimate 25,600 SEK

10,000 SEK15,000 SEK20,000 SEK25,000 SEK30,000 SEK30/9/20269/10/202619/10/202628/10/2026
  • Private seller · 30/9/2026
  • Private seller · 28/10/2026
DatePriceChangeListing
30/09/202615,000 SEK–Private seller
28/10/202629,000 SEK–Private seller

Next inspection due by 31/10/2027

About 12 months left. In Sweden, a car or light van has its second inspection no later than 24 months after the first, and after that no later than 14 months after the previous one.

Check with Transportstyrelsen

Sale periods

Private seller, Domsjö, Västernorrland 1 day
Private seller, Bollstabruk, Västernorrland 1 day for sale
30/9/20269/10/202619/10/202628/10/2026

Sales

No previous sales.

Listing changes

DateWhatChange
28/10/2026Seller changed Private seller, Domsjö, Västernorrland → Private seller, Bollstabruk, Västernorrland
28/10/2026Asking price 15,000 SEK → 29,000 SEK
28/10/2026Mileage 129,850 km → 131,500 km

SEK
5,000 SEK 900,000 SEK
5 years
1 year 5 years
Estimated monthly instalment approx. 620 SEK/mo

The estimate uses a nominal interest rate of 5.80% and an account fee of 60 SEK a month. The actual rate, term and instalment are set in the loan offer.

Remember to check tyre condition with the seller.

Tyre sizes for this model

  • 225/40 R18
  • 225/45 R17
  • 205/55 R16
  • 195/65 R15
  • 205/50 R17
  • 175/80 R14
  • 235/35 R19
  • 235/30 R20

Wheel sizes for this model

14″
15″
16″
17″
18″
19″
20″
What do the sizes mean?

Frequently asked questions about this car

How much does Volkswagen Golf 1.6 cost?

Volkswagen Golf 1.6 is for sale at 29,000 SEK.

Is this car well priced?

According to bilbil.se's price estimate, the asking price is at market price (estimated market price 25,600 SEK).

How long has this car been for sale?

The car has been for sale for at least 28 days: the first listing entered bilbil.se's tracking on 30/09/2026. The listing was off the market for 28 days in between, and that time is included.

Has this car been on the market before?

No earlier completed sales are on record for this car.

What model year is the car?

The car is model year 2003 and was first registered on 22/01/2003.

How many kilometres has the car covered?

The car's mileage is 131,500 km.

When is the car due for its next inspection?

According to the listing, the car must be inspected by 31/10/2027. In Sweden, a car or light van has its second inspection no later than 24 months after the first, and after that no later than 14 months after the previous one.

What fuel type and gearbox does the car have?

The fuel type is petrol and the gearbox is manual.

What features does the car have?

Notable features include Tow bar. The full feature list is on this page.

Where is Volkswagen Golf 1.6 located?

The car is located in Västernorrland (Bollstabruk, Västernorrland).

Who is selling this car?

The seller is Private seller (Bollstabruk).

Where can I see this car's price history?

This page shows the changes to the car's asking price, its sale periods and the edits made to the listing.