Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.9 TDI (gen 3)
Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.9 diesel description
Hatchback Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.9 TDI has been produced from August, 1996 to November, 1997. 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. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 360 000 and 600 000 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 1991 1.9 TDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.9 TDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 193 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.9 TDI fuel consumption is 5 litres per 100km (20 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Volkswagen Golf 1991 - 1997 version, city fuel economy - 6.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 4.1 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 1340 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Volkswagen (VW) real everyday fuel consumption is 5.3 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volkswagen Golf fuel consumption.

Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.9 TDI technical data
Model: | Volkswagen Golf 1.9 TDI | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 1996. August ... 1997. November | ||
Engine: | 1896 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 142 g/km |
Power: | 110 HP ON 4150 RPM | Torque: | 235 NM ON 1900 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Top speed: | 193 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.0 (combined) 6.8 (urban) 4.1 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 5.3 l/100km (44.4 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.02m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | ||
Seats: | 4 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 320 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 677 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1630 kg |
Volkswagen Golf 1991 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 1991 1.9 TDI oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 6.5 litres (6.9 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 |
All Volkswagen Golf hatchback [1991 - 1997] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.4 Oct 1991 — Aug 1995 | 1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1995 1.4
Aug 1995 — Nov 1997 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.4 Petrol | 60 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.6 Oct 1991 — Aug 1995 | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 6.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1995 1.6 Aug 1995 — Nov 1997 | 1.6 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1997 1.6 Jan 1997 — Nov 1997 | 1.6 Petrol | 100 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.8 | 1.8 Petrol | 75 HP | 9.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.8 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.8 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1995 1.8 Syncro 4x4 Aug 1995 — Jan 1997 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.9 Diesel
Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 5.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1995 1.9 SDI
Jun 1995 — Nov 1997 Most fuel efficient diesel version by real consumption |
1.9 Diesel | 64 HP | 5.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1991 1.9 TD | 1.9 Diesel | 75 HP | 6.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1993 1.9 TDI
Sep 1993 — Nov 1997 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1996 1.9 TDI Mar 1996 — Nov 1997 | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 6.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1996 1.9 TDI
Aug 1996 — Nov 1997 Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 5.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1996 1.9 TDI
Aug 1996 — Nov 1997 Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1991 2.0 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1996 2.0 Mar 1996 — Nov 1997 | 2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1992 2.0 GTI 16V Jan 1992 — Jan 1997 | 2.0 Petrol | 150 HP | 8.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1991 2.8 VR6 | 2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 10.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1993 2.8 VR6 Jan 1993 — Nov 1997 | 2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Golf 1995 2.9 VR6 Syncro 4x4
Aug 1995 — Jan 1997 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds |
2.9 Petrol | 190 HP | 11.1 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |