Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI (gen 4)

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Volkswagen Golf 1999 1.9 diesel description

Estate car / wagon Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI has been produced from June, 1999 to November, 2001. 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 Golf 1.9 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.

Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5 litres per 100km (20 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Volkswagen Golf 1999 - 2006 version, fuel consumption in city - 6.6 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 4.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 1100 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1300 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 5.6 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volkswagen Golf fuel consumption.

Volkswagen Golf safety

During safety testing Volkswagen Golf has obtained 5 stars from five, which means very high safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Golf is evaluated with five stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Golf got three stars.

With the same engine there are also two other Volkswagen Golf versions - with automatic gearbox (Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI AT), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and manual gearbox (Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Motion MT 4x4) available:

Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.9 seconds later (in 15 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 26 % - 6.3 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 14 % - 6.4 litres per 100 km
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Motion MT 4x4 is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.9 seconds later (in 15 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.7 litres per 100 km or 14 % - 5.7 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is similar - 5.6 litres per 100 km

Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI technical data

Model:	Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 TDI
Body style:	Estate car / wagon
Production period:	1999. June ... 2001. November
Engine:	1896 cm³ Diesel, 4 cylinders	CO2 emissions:	135 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:	180 km/h	Acceleration 0-100 km/h:	13.1 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km):	5.0 (combined) 6.6 (urban) 4.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption:	5.6 l/100km (42 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity:	55 litres (14.5 gallons)
Car dimensions:	4.40m (length) 1.74m (width) 1.47m (height)
Turning diameter:	10.9 meters
Seats:	5 seats

Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 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 Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI oil type	5W-40
Oil capacity	4.3 litres (4.5 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	Skoda Octavia Audi A3 Volkswagen Bora Seat Leon and 5 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.

Carmakers tend to use similar engines with different parameters for models available in different markets and time periods.

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All Volkswagen Golf estate car [1999 - 2006] modifications

Modification	Engine	Power	Consumption	Gearbox	Drive type
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.4 16V Jun 1999 — Jul 2006	1.4 Petrol	75 HP	6.7 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.6 Jun 1999 — Mai 2000	1.6 Petrol	101 HP	7.5 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.6 Jun 1999 — Aug 2000	1.6 Petrol	101 HP	8.5 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2000 Variant 1.6 Aug 2000 — Jul 2006	1.6 Petrol	102 HP	8.1 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2000 Variant 1.6 16V Mai 2000 — Jul 2006	1.6 Petrol	105 HP	6.9 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2003 Variant 1.6 16V FSI Mar 2003 — Jul 2006 Most fuel efficient petrol version	1.6 Petrol	110 HP	6.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 SDI Jun 1999 — Jul 2006 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption	1.9 Diesel	68 HP	5.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI Jun 1999 — Nov 2001 Most fuel efficient diesel version	1.9 Diesel	90 HP	5.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2004 Variant 1.9 TDI Mai 2004 — Jul 2006 Most fuel efficient diesel version	1.9 Diesel	90 HP	5.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI Jun 1999 — Nov 2001	1.9 Diesel	90 HP	6.3 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Jun 1999 — Mai 2000	1.9 Diesel	90 HP	5.7 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2001 Variant 1.9 TDI Oct 2001 — Jul 2006	1.9 Diesel	100 HP	5.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2001 Variant 1.9 TDI Oct 2001 — Jul 2006	1.9 Diesel	100 HP	6.5 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI Jun 1999 — Oct 2001 Most fuel efficient diesel version	1.9 Diesel	110 HP	5.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI Jun 1999 — Oct 2000	1.9 Diesel	110 HP	6.4 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 1.9 TDI Aug 1999 — Mai 2001	1.9 Diesel	115 HP	5.3 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2000 Variant 1.9 TDI Oct 2000 — Mai 2001	1.9 Diesel	115 HP	6.3 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2000 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Aug 2000 — Mai 2001	1.9 Diesel	115 HP	6.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2001 Variant 1.9 TDI Mai 2001 — Jul 2006	1.9 Diesel	130 HP	5.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2001 Variant 1.9 TDI Mai 2001 — Jul 2006	1.9 Diesel	130 HP	6.5 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2001 Variant 1.9 TDI 4Motion 4x4 Mai 2001 — Dec 2004	1.9 Diesel	130 HP	6.2 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 2.0 Jun 1999 — Jul 2006	2.0 Petrol	115 HP	8.0 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 Variant 2.0 Jun 1999 — Mai 2002	2.0 Petrol	115 HP	9.1 l/100km	Automatic ⁽⁴⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 2000 2.0 i 4x4 Jan 2000 — Dec 2001	2.0 Petrol	116 HP	8.7 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 2.3 V5 Jan 1999 — Dec 2001 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.8 seconds	2.3 Petrol	150 HP	-	Manual ⁽⁵⁾	Front wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 2.3 V5 4x4 Jan 1999 — Dec 2001	2.3 Petrol	150 HP	14.8 l/100km	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel
Volkswagen Golf 1999 2.8 V6 4x4 Jan 1999 — Dec 2003 Most powerfull petrol version (204 HP)	2.8 Petrol	204 HP	-	Manual ⁽⁶⁾	All wheel

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