Volkswagen Sharan 1997 1.8 5V Turbo
Volkswagen Sharan 1997 1.8 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Volkswagen Sharan 1997 1.8 5V Turbo has been produced from January, 1998 to July, 2000. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 150 horsepower on 5700 rpm and torque 210 Nm (Newton metres) on 1750 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 20-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt and chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and KKK K03 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 280 000 to 480 000 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
The weakest link in this engine is the turbine, whose failure is contributed to by a faulty ...
This Volkswagen Sharan 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.5 litres.
Volkswagen Sharan 1997 1.8 5V Turbo has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Volkswagen Sharan 1997 1.8 5V Turbo accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 12.8 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 194 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Volkswagen Sharan 1997 1.8 5V Turbo in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 10.9 litres per 100km (9.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 14.9 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 8.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 75 litres or 19.82 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 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 Sharan fuel consumption.
Volkswagen Sharan safety
During safety testing Volkswagen Sharan has obtained 3 stars from five, which means average safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Volkswagen Sharan is evaluated with three stars, and for pedestrian protection Volkswagen Sharan got two stars.

Volkswagen Sharan 1997 1.8 5V Turbo technical data
Model: | Volkswagen Sharan 1.8 5V Turbo | ||
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Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
Production period: | 1998. January ... 2000. July | ||
Engine: | 1781 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 242 g/km |
Power: | 150 HP ON 5700 RPM | Torque: | 210 NM ON 1750 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 194 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.8 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.9 (combined) 14.9 (urban) 8.8 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 10.7 l/100km (22 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres (19.8 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.62m (length) 1.81m (width) 1.73m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 1900 kg |
Volkswagen Sharan 1997 1.8 5V Turbo engine AGU
Engine reliability and common problems:
The weakest link in this engine is the turbine, whose failure is contributed to by a faulty catalytic converter. The oil pump and chain tensioner also tend to have problems.Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 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 | 1781 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 81 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 86.4 mm |
Compression ratio | 9.3 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain and belt |
Fuel system | Injection |
Volkswagen Sharan 1997 1.8 5V Turbo oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 4.5 litres (4.8 quarts) |
Power | 150 HP ON 5700 RPM |
Torque | 210 NM ON 1750 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1996 |
Duration of production | 9 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 1999 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Volkswagen Passat Volkswagen Golf Audi A4 Skoda Octavia Audi A3 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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All Volkswagen Sharan minivan [1997 - 2000] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Volkswagen Sharan 1998 1.8 5V Turbo Jan 1998 — Jul 2000 | 1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Sharan 1999 1.8 5V Turbo Jan 1999 — Jul 2000 | 1.8 Petrol | 150 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Sharan 1997 1.9 TDI | 1.9 Diesel | 90 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Sharan 1997 1.9 TDI
Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 6.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Sharan 1997 1.9 TDI
Most powerfull diesel version (110 HP) |
1.9 Diesel | 110 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.0
Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 116 HP | 9.9 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.0 | 2.0 Petrol | 116 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.8 VR6
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.8 seconds |
2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 11.7 l/100km | Manual (5) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.8 VR6 | 2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 12.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Front wheel |
Volkswagen Sharan 1997 2.8 VR6 Syncro 4x4 | 2.8 Petrol | 174 HP | 13.6 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |