Volkswagen Golf 1991 2.0 GTI 16V (gen 3)

Volkswagen Golf 1991 2.0 petrol description

Hatchback Volkswagen Golf 1991 2.0 GTI 16V has been produced from January, 1992 to January, 1997. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 180 Nm (Newton metres) on 4800 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). Engine versions compliant with Euro 2 and Euro 3 emission standards available. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 360 up to 600 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.
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A reliable engine with a great lifespan, the most common problems are caused by electronics.  ...  This Volkswagen Golf 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.3 litres.

Volkswagen Golf 1991 2.0 GTI 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 1991 2.0 GTI 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 8.7 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 215 km/h.

Volkswagen Golf 1991 2.0 GTI 16V fuel consumption is 8.5 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (11.8 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 11.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 6.5 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 640 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 840 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 2.0 service information and maintenance intervals Oil change intervals, capacities and specifications, service information for filters, spark plugs, belts etc.
Volkswagen Golf 1991

Volkswagen Golf 1991 2.0 GTI 16V technical data

Model: Volkswagen Golf 2.0 GTI 16V
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 1992. January ... 1997. January 
Engine: 1984 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 204 g/km
Power: 150 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 180 NM ON 4800 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 215 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 8.7 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 8.5 (combined) 11.9 (urban) 6.5 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.5 l/100km (27.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 55 litres (14.5 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.02m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.40m (height)
Turning diameter: 11 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 330 litres
Trunk max capacity: 1160 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1645 kg

Volkswagen Golf 1991 2.0 GTI 16V engine ABF

Engine reliability and common problems:

A reliable engine with a great lifespan, the most common problems are caused by electronics. The engine rarely needs to be repaired, but if it does, it can be expensive as the engine parts are original and relatively expensive.
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 1984 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 82.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 92.8 mm
Compression ratio 10.5 : 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.

More service info
Timing belt change interval 90,000 km
Fuel system Injection
Volkswagen Golf 1991 2.0 GTI 16V oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts) More service info
Coolant capacity 5.5 litres (5.8 quarts)
Power 150 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 180 NM ON 4800 RPM
Start of production (year) 1992
Duration of production 7 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 1995 onwards.

Engine also used on Seat Toledo Seat Ibiza Seat Cordoba

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.

All Volkswagen Golf hatchback [1991 - 1997] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
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 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)
Most fuel efficient diesel version

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
Volkswagen Golf 1991 reviews
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