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Volkswagen Golf 1.9 TDi

General information

ModelVolkswagen Golf 1.9 TDi
Year1997
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1896 ccm (115.69 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1896 ccm (115.69 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power130.80 PS (96 kW or 129 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque315.00 Nm (32.1 kgf-m or 232.3 ft.lbs) at 1900 Rev. per min.
Compression19.0:1
Bore x stroke79.5 x 95.5 mm (3.1 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed205.0 km/h (127.4 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.6 seconds
0-50 miles9.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1067 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsABS ABS ABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1226 kg (2,702.9 pounds)
Overall length4160 mm (163.8 inches)
Overall width1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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