Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI

Volkswagen Beetle 1998 1.9 diesel description

Hatchback Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI has been produced from October, 1998 to January, 2002. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.9 litres, which produces power of 90 horsepower on 3750 rpm and torque 210 Nm (Newton metres) on 1900 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and turbine. Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 390 000 to 660 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Volkswagen Beetle 1.9 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.

Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 171 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5.2 litres per 100km (19.2 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Volkswagen Beetle 1998 - 2005 versions, city fuel economy - 6.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.3 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1040 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1260 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 5.8 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volkswagen Beetle fuel consumption.

Volkswagen Beetle safety

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

With the same engine there is also Volkswagen Beetle version with automatic gearbox (Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.3 seconds later (in 14.4 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 25 % - 6.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 12 % - 6.5 litres per 100 km.
Volkswagen Beetle 1998

Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI technical data

Model: Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 1998. October ... 2002. January 
Engine: 1896 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 140 g/km
Power: 90 HP ON 3750 RPM Torque: 210 NM ON 1900 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Maximum speed: 171 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 13.1 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.2 (combined) 6.8 (urban) 4.3 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 5.8 l/100km (40.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres (14.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.08m (length) 1.72m (width) 1.50m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters
Seats: 4 seats
Trunk capacity: 209 litres
Trunk max capacity: 525 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1675 kg

Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI engine ALH

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 390,000 to 660,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1896 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 79.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 95.5 mm
Compression ratio 19.5 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Injection
Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts)
Coolant capacity 6 litres (6.3 quarts)
Power 90 HP ON 3750 RPM
Torque 210 NM ON 1900 RPM
Start of production (year) 1997
Duration of production 13 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2000 onwards.

Engine also used on Volkswagen Golf Skoda Octavia Audi A3 Volkswagen Bora Seat Leon and 4 other models

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Volkswagen Beetle hatchback [1998 - 2005] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Volkswagen New Beetle 1.4 Mar 2003 — Sep 2005

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.4 Petrol 75 HP 7.0 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen New Beetle 1.6 Jun 2000 — Sep 2005 1.6 Petrol 102 HP 7.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen New Beetle 1.6 Jun 2000 — Mai 2002 1.6 Petrol 102 HP 8.3 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volkswagen New Beetle 1.8 Turbo Jun 2000 — Sep 2005 1.8 Petrol 150 HP 8.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI Oct 1998 — Jan 2002

Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption

1.9 Diesel 90 HP 5.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI Jun 2000 — Dec 2004 1.9 Diesel 90 HP 6.5 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI Jan 2002 — Sep 2005

Most powerfull diesel version (100 HP)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.9 Diesel 100 HP 5.1 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen New Beetle 2.0 2.0 Petrol 115 HP 8.7 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen New Beetle 2.0 Oct 1999 — Sep 2005 2.0 Petrol 115 HP 9.5 l/100km Automatic (4)
Volkswagen New Beetle 2.3 V5 Oct 2000 — Sep 2005 2.3 Petrol 170 HP 8.9 l/100km Manual (5)
Volkswagen New Beetle RSI Jul 2001 — Jan 2002

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds

3.2 Petrol 224 HP 11.9 l/100km Manual (6)
Volkswagen Beetle 1998 reviews
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