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Volkswagen Golf III Variant 1.9 TDI Syncro (90 Hp)
Overall Rating
Volkswagen Golf:
The Volkswagen Golf is a compact car/small family car produced by the German automotive manufacturer Volkswagen since 1974, marketed worldwide across eight generations, in various body configurations and under various nameplates – including as the Volkswagen Rabbit in the United States and Canada , and as the Volkswagen Caribe in Mexico. Historically, the Golf is Volkswagen's best-selling model and is among the world's top three best-selling nameplates, with more than 35 million units sold as of 2019....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Variant Overview:
Volkswagen Golf (III Variant). With 202 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~7.3 l/100km). With a weight of 1425 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.6 s). The top speed reaches 172 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.9 TDI Syncro (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Solid performance with the added benefit of all-wheel drive, though slightly slower than its FWD counterpart due to extra weight.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for an AWD diesel, making it a practical choice for varied conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical estate body
- • Wide range of reliable and economical engines, especially TDI
- • Robust build quality for its era
- • Comfortable ride
- • Good aftermarket support and parts availability
Cons:
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
- • Some petrol engines can feel underpowered
- • Interior plastics can show age
- • Rust can be an issue on older examples
- • Not as refined as newer generations
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III Variant: 1994 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Golf |
| Generation: | III Variant |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.9 TDI Syncro (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 4000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 47.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 202 Nm @ 1900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1Z [Same engine] More details about the engine 1Z |
| Engine displacement: | 1896 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 6.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 95.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 19.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 7.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 172 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.8 kg/Hp, 63.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.1 kg/Nm, 141.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1425 |
| Max. weight: | 1850 |
| Max load: | 425 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1300 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 340 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4340 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1430 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2475 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1478 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1460 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/60 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Suspension with traction connecting levers |
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