Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 TDI
Volkswagen Golf 1993 1.9 diesel description
Estate car / wagon Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 TDI has been produced from August, 1996 to June, 1999. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.9 litres, which produces power of 110 horsepower on 4150 rpm and torque 235 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 VGT turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 360 up to 600 thousand 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 1993 Variant 1.9 TDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 TDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 187 km/h.
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 TDI fuel consumption is 6.6 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (15.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 9.2 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.1 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 900 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1160 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 Golf fuel consumption.
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 1993 Variant 1.9 TDI technical data
Model: | Volkswagen Golf Variant 1.9 TDI | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 1996. August ... 1999. June | ||
Engine: | 1896 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 179 g/km |
Power: | 110 HP ON 4150 RPM | Torque: | 235 NM ON 1900 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 187 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.6 (combined) 9.2 (urban) 5.1 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 6.8 l/100km (34.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.34m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.43m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats |
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 TDI engine AFN
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 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 Golf 1993 Variant 1.9 TDI oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts) |
Power | 110 HP ON 4150 RPM |
Torque | 235 NM ON 1900 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1996 |
Duration of production | 4 years |
Engine also used on | Volkswagen Passat Audi A6 Seat Alhambra Seat Leon and 7 other models |
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All Volkswagen Golf estate car [1993 - 1999] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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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) |
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 |