Volkswagen Golf 1993 3 Estate car

This generation of Volkswagen Golf 3 Variant has been produced from November, 1993 to June, 1999. We can provide information about 16 modifications of this generation. 1993 Volkswagen Golf is available with four wheel (4x4) drive (2 versions) and front wheel drive (14 versions). Four wheel drive models have AWD (all wheel drive) system (power is automatically distributed between the wheel axles).

This Volkswagen (VW) is available with six petrol engines with displacement from 1.4 to 2.9 litres and power of from 60 to 190 horsepower un four diesel engines with displacement 1.9 litres and power of from 64 to 110 horsepower.
The car is available with both manual (12 versions), as well as automatic (4 versions) gearbox.

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Volkswagen Golf 1993 3 Estate car average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is from 6.9 to 10.6 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 5.1 to 7 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Volkswagen Golf 1993 3 Estate car petrol engine version is Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.4, consuming 6.9 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Volkswagen Golf 1993 3 Estate car diesel - Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 TDI for 100 kilometers consumes 5.1 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Volkswagen Golf real-world fuel consumption is on average the same as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy (on average the same for petrol engines and the same for diesel engines). For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Volkswagen Golf modification.

Volkswagen Golf 1993 3 Estate car CO2 emissions for petrol engine are from 195 to 244 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 142 to 195 grams per kilometer. From Volkswagen Golf with petrol engines the lowest CO2 emissions has Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.8 which produces an average of 195 grams of CO2 per kilometer. In turn, from the Volkswagen Golf diesels least CO2 distributes Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 TDI - 142 grams per km.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 8.1 seconds has Volkswagen Golf Variant 2.9 VR6 Syncro version, conversely the tardiest one is Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 SDI reaching this speed only in 18.6 seconds. The maximum top speed is 222 km/h for the 2.9 petrol 6-cylinder 190 hp version (Volkswagen Golf Variant 2.9 VR6 Syncro).

Lenght of Volkswagen Golf is 434 cm, it is medium size car. For comparison - Volkswagen Golf is about 2 cm longer than Toyota Corolla estate car / wagon, but 8 cm shorter than Honda Civic estate car / wagon. Volkswagen Golf gross weight is from 1615 to 1860 kg (depending on modification), this car is about 20 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles.

This Volkswagen (VW) is relatively cheap - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 750 €. According to user reviews, average Volkswagen Golf repair costs are 80 € per year. Users calculated Volkswagen Golf 1993 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 2200 € cost per year and 0.22 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 58%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 22% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Volkswagen Golf for your situation and driving habits here! Our review authors managed to sell their Volkswagen Golf in average time of 4 weeks. Below you will find more detailed information about Volkswagen Golf prices and costs.

In user reviews Volkswagen Golf received average grade 6.7 (from 10) which is lower than average mark for similar aged cars (7.6). Ratings are quite controversial, both positive and not so good, read more in the reviews below. 87% of reviewers would recommend this car to the friend.

Volkswagen Golf modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.4

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.4 Petrol 60 HP 6.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1997 Variant 1.6 Jan 1997 — Feb 1998 1.6 Petrol 100 HP 8.2 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.8 1.8 Petrol 75 HP 7.9 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.8 1.8 Petrol 75 HP 9.8 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.8 1.8 Petrol 90 HP 8.1 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.8 1.8 Petrol 90 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1995 Variant 1.8 Syncro 4x4 Aug 1995 — Jun 1999 1.8 Petrol 90 HP 9.2 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 Diesel

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.9 Diesel 64 HP 6.1 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1995 Variant 1.9 SDI Jun 1995 — Jun 1999

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.9 Diesel 64 HP 5.3 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 TD 1.9 Diesel 75 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 TDI

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 90 HP 5.1 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1996 Variant 1.9 TDI Mar 1996 — Jun 1999 1.9 Diesel 90 HP 7.0 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1996 Variant 1.9 TDI Aug 1996 — Jun 1999

Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 110 HP 5.1 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1996 Variant 1.9 TDI Aug 1996 — Jun 1999

Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP)

1.9 Diesel 110 HP 6.6 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 2.0 2.0 Petrol 115 HP 8.1 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1995 Variant 2.9 VR6 Syncro 4x4 Aug 1995 — Jan 1997

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.1 seconds

2.9 Petrol 190 HP 10.6 l/100km Manual (5) All wheel
Volkswagen Golf service and maintenanceOil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.

Volkswagen Golf safety

During safety testing Volkswagen Golf has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Golf is evaluated with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Golf got two stars.

Volkswagen Golf prices

Volkswagen Golf 1993 - 1999 estate car price in Latvia is from 200 € to 1500 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Volkswagen Golf price is average - Volkswagen Golf is approximately for 25 percents cheaper then average estate cars of this age (compare estate cars 1993 - 1999 prices).

YearLowestAverageHighestAvailability
Volkswagen Golf 1999 price 600 € 1000 € 1500 €
Volkswagen Golf 1998 price 600 € 900 € 1300 €
Volkswagen Golf 1997 price 400 € 700 € 1100 €
Volkswagen Golf 1996 price 500 € 800 € 1300 €
Volkswagen Golf 1995 price 400 € 700 € 1100 €
Volkswagen Golf 1994 price 400 € 700 € 900 €
Volkswagen Golf 1993 price 200 € 500 € 800 €

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Volkswagen Golf reliability and quality

According to yearly reports of vehicle inspection service Volkswagen Golf reliability is good. In the roadworthiness tests in 2010 defects were detected in an average of only 20.2 percent of Volkswagen Golf of this generation (on average 14 years old at the time of inspection). The average failure rate for a vehicles of the same age was 24.1%.

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Volkswagen Golf 1993 3 Estate car features (options)

Percentage of Volkswagen Golf with corresponding feature (option)

Roof bars (railings)
69%
Metallic paint
41%
Sunroof
36%
Adjustable steering wheel
36%
Conditioning
29%

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Volkswagen Golf reviews

Total 105 Volkswagen Golf owner reviews

Volkswagen Golf 1999 Estate car/wagon Diesel 1.9 litres, Manual gearbox
Purchase year:2012 (age of car 13 years) Owned for:147`000 kilometers (8 years)
Average fuel consumption: 6.0 litres per 100km (90% urban driving)
Total cost of repairs: 1070 € (~ 133 € per year)
Total car rating:
9
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   male, age 44
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