Volkswagen Golf 1998 Cabriolet 1.9 TDI (gen 4)
Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.9 diesel description
Cabrio Volkswagen Golf 1998 Cabriolet 1.9 TDI has been produced from May, 1998 to May, 2002. 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 1998 Cabriolet 1.9 TDI has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Golf 1998 Cabriolet 1.9 TDI accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 13.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 175 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Volkswagen Golf 1998 Cabriolet 1.9 TDI in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 5.2 litres per 100km (19.2 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Volkswagen Golf 1998 - 2002 version, fuel consumption in city - 6.8 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 1040 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 5.5 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Volkswagen Golf fuel consumption.

Volkswagen Golf 1998 Cabriolet 1.9 TDI technical data
Model: | Volkswagen Golf Cabriolet 1.9 TDI | ||
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Body style: | Cabrio | ||
Production period: | 1998. May ... 2002. May | ||
Engine: | 1896 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 140 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: | 175 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 13.3 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.2 (combined) 6.8 (urban) 4.2 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 5.5 l/100km (42.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.08m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.42m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.7 meters | ||
Seats: | 4 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 270 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 448 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1640 kg |
Volkswagen Golf 1998 Cabriolet 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 |
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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 1998 Cabriolet 1.9 TDI oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.3 litres (4.5 quarts) |
Coolant capacity | 6 litres (6.3 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. |
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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. |
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Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.6i Jan 1998 — Dec 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 101 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volkswagen Golf 1998 1.6i Jan 1998 — Dec 2000 | 1.6 Petrol | 101 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volkswagen Golf 1998 Cabriolet 1.8
Mai 1998 — Jan 2001 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
1.8 Petrol | 75 HP | 7.7 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volkswagen Golf 1998 Cabriolet 1.8 Mai 1998 — Jan 2001 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volkswagen Golf 1998 Cabriolet 1.8 Mai 1998 — Jan 2001 | 1.8 Petrol | 90 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Volkswagen Golf 1998 Cabriolet 1.9 TDI Mai 1998 — Mai 2002 | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volkswagen Golf 1998 Cabriolet 1.9 TDI
Mai 1998 — Nov 2000 Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volkswagen Golf 1998 Cabriolet 2.0
Mai 1998 — Mai 2002 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 10.7 seconds |
2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 7.9 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Volkswagen Golf 1998 Cabriolet 2.0
Mai 1998 — Mai 2002 Most powerfull petrol version (115 HP) |
2.0 Petrol | 115 HP | 9.2 l/100km | Automatic (4) |