The 1998 Volkswagen Golf is a small Car. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $24,990 for the CL variant and topping out at $52,090 for the SE variant.
There are 5 variants of the Golf available in Australia and this generation went on sale in late-1995.
The 1998 Golf was offered with a 3 year, 60,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Volkswagen Golf include 1.8 in-line 4-cylinder (66kW/145Nm), 2 in-line 4-cylinder (85kW/166Nm) and 2.8 v6 (128kW/235Nm). Available with 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
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The Volkswagen Golf comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being CL and the most expensive being SE.
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1998 Volkswagen Golf
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2025
$38,690
2026
$39,290
2025
$47,990
2026
$48,690
2025
$58,990
2026
$59,890
2025
$70,990
2026
$71,990
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,020 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,695 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,425 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,475 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,700 mm |
| Load Capacity | 505 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Volkswagen Golf Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.
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1998 Volkswagen Golf
The cheapest Volkswagen Golf is the CL variant that starts from $24,990.
See all Volkswagen Golf PricingThe most expensive Volkswagen Golf is the SE variant that starts from $52,090.
See all Volkswagen Golf PricingThe best towing capacity of a Volkswagen Golf is 1200 kg shared by all variants.
See all Volkswagen Golf towing capacityThe largest Volkswagen Golf is the CL variant which measures 1695mm wide, 4020mm in length and sits 1425mm tall.
The most powerful Volkswagen Golf is the VR6 variant which has 128kW of power and 235nm of torque.
The Volkswagen Golf is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Volkswagen Golf is the VR6 variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 1680 kg.
The Volkswagen Golf uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
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†Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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