1.4 16V vs 1.8 NA

Side-by-side reliability comparison

Higher reliability score
1.8 NA BUY 80/100
+2 points over 1.4 16V
0 / 100
BUY 1.4 16V Volkswagen
0 / 100
BUY 1.8 NA Volkswagen

Specifications

1.4 16V
1.8 NA
Brand
Volkswagen
Volkswagen
Verdict
BUY
BUY
Reliability
78
80
Years
1997--2005
1991--2000
Displacement
1390 cc
1781 cc
Layout
I4
I4
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Na
Power
75--100 hp
90 hp
Known Issues
1
1
Total Risk Cost
€50--€200
€200--€400

Character

1.4 16V

"Golf IV/Polo. Simple, reliable. Coil pack failures common. Thermostat housing cracks. Low maintenance costs. Perfect city car engine."

1.8 NA

"Golf III/IV, Passat B4. Simple 8V NA. Hydraulic lifters. Timing belt (interference). Oil leaks. Nearly unbreakable with basic maintenance. One of VW's most reliable engines."

Issues Comparison

1.4 16V 1

○ MINOR
Coil pack failure €50--€200 40,000 km--80,000 km

1.8 NA 1

▲ HIGH
Timing belt (interference) €200--€400 60,000 km--90,000 km

Models

1.4 16V 0

No models listed.

1.8 NA 1

Golf Mk3 (1H) 1991--1997
Full 1.4 16V Report Full 1.8 NA Report