Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI
Volkswagen Beetle 1998 1.9 diesel description
Hatchback Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI has been produced from June, 2000 to December, 2004. 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. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 390 up to 660 thousand 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 automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 14.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 168 km/h.
Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI fuel consumption is 6.5 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (15.4 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 9.1 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 840 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1100 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, the real everyday fuel consumption of this Volkswagen (VW) is in line with the figure specified by the manufacturer. 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.

Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI technical data
Model: | Volkswagen New Beetle 1.9 TDI | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 2000. June ... 2004. December | ||
Engine: | 1896 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 176 g/km |
Power: | 90 HP ON 3750 RPM | Torque: | 210 NM ON 1900 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 168 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 14.4 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.5 (combined) 9.1 (urban) 5.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 6.5 l/100km (36.2 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 |
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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 |
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. |
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All Volkswagen Beetle hatchback [1998 - 2005] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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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) |
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) |