Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 2.9 VR6 Syncro
Volkswagen Golf 1993 2.9 petrol description
Estate car / wagon Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 2.9 VR6 Syncro has been produced from August, 1995 to January, 1997. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.9 litres, which produces power of 190 horsepower on 5800 rpm - this is the most powerfull Volkswagen Golf 1993 - 1999 version and torque 245 Nm (Newton metres) on 4200 revolutions per minute.
This 6-cylinder 12-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 260 up to 430 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs
This Volkswagen Golf 2.9 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.5 litres.
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 2.9 VR6 Syncro has AWD (all wheel drive) (power is automatically distributed between the wheel axles) and manual gearbox with 5 gears. Instead of a center differential, a viscous coupling is installed with a freewheel mechanism to disengage the driven axle during braking. Under normal driving conditions, 95% of the torque is transferred to the front axle. If slippage occurs, the coupling locks and up to nearly 100% of the torque is automatically transferred to the rear axle. If one front and one rear wheel lose traction, the car will not move.
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 2.9 VR6 Syncro accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 222 km/h.
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 2.9 VR6 Syncro fuel consumption is 10.6 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.4 km/l), city fuel economy - 16.1 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 65 litres or 17.17 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 600 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 780 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 11.3 litres per 100 km, which is 7% more than the manufacturer's stated. 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 2.9 VR6 Syncro technical data
Model: | Volkswagen Golf Variant 2.9 VR6 Syncro | ||
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Body style: | Estate car / wagon | ||
Production period: | 1995. August ... 1997. January | ||
Engine: | 2861 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 190 HP ON 5800 RPM | Torque: | 245 NM ON 4200 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 222 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.6 (combined) 16.1 (urban) 8.2 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 11.3 l/100km (20.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres (17.2 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.34m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.41m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11 meters | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 466 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1425 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1860 kg |
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 2.9 VR6 Syncro engine ABV
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 260,000 to 430,000 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 | 2861 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 6 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 90.3 mm |
Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Volkswagen Golf 1993 Variant 2.9 VR6 Syncro oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 10 litres (10.6 quarts) |
Power | 184 - 190 HP ON 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 NM ON 4200 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1991 |
Duration of production | 6 years |
Engine also used on | Volkswagen Corrado |
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 |