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Volkswagen Golf Typ 1H (1991–1999) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 1.4 | 4 | 55 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.4 | 5 | 60 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 | 5 | 101 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 | 5 | 75 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 Automatic | 5 | 75 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 Syncro | 5 | 90 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.9 D | 5 | 65 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 SDI | 5 | 64 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 TD GTD | 5 | 75 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI | 5 | 110 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI | 4 | 90 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.9 TDI Syncro | 5 | 90 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 2.0 | 5 | 115 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.0 GTI 16V | 5 | 150 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.0 Syncro | 5 | 115 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.8 VR6 | 5 | 174 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.9 VR6 | 5 | 190 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 2.9 VR6 Syncro | 5 | 190 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | Citystromer 17.3 kWh | 1 | 27 HP | Electric | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Volkswagen Golf Typ 1H overview
The Volkswagen Golf (Typ 1H) is the 3rd generation of the Golf, built from 1991 to 1999. It is offered as a Hatchback with 18 engines (electric, petrol, diesel), from 55 HP to 190 HP. The 1.6 (101 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.2 s, reaches a top speed of 188 km/h and is 4020 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Golf have?
The Volkswagen Golf (Typ 1H) has 55 HP to 190 HP, depending on the engine: 17 Electric, 1.4 Ea111 (55 HP), 1.4 (55 HP), 1.4 Ea111 (60 HP), 1.9 Ea180 (64 HP), 1.9 Ea086 (65 HP), 1.9 Ea086 (75 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (75 HP), 1.6 Ea111 (75 HP), 1.9 Ea180 (90 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (90 HP), 1.6 Ea113 (101 HP), 1.6i (101 HP), 1.9 Ea180 (110 HP), 2.0 Ea827 (115 HP), 2.0 Ea827 (150 HP), 2.8 Vr6 (174 HP), 2.9 Vr6 (190 HP).
What engines are available for the Volkswagen Golf?
The Volkswagen Golf is available with 18 engines: 17 Electric, 1.4 Ea111 (55 HP, petrol), 1.4 (55 HP, petrol), 1.4 Ea111 (60 HP, petrol), 1.9 Ea180 (64 HP, diesel), 1.9 Ea086 (65 HP, diesel), 1.9 Ea086 (75 HP, diesel), 1.8 Ea827 (75 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea111 (75 HP, petrol), 1.9 Ea180 (90 HP, diesel), 1.8 Ea827 (90 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea113 (101 HP, petrol), 1.6i (101 HP, petrol), 1.9 Ea180 (110 HP, diesel), 2.0 Ea827 (115 HP, petrol), 2.0 Ea827 (150 HP, petrol), 2.8 Vr6 (174 HP, petrol), 2.9 Vr6 (190 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Volkswagen Golf?
The Volkswagen Golf is 4020 mm long, 1695 mm wide, 1425 mm tall.
How fast is the Volkswagen Golf?
The Volkswagen Golf 1.6 (101 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.2 s and has a top speed of 188 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Volkswagen Golf III |
|---|---|
| Year | 1994–1997 |
| Platform | VW A Platform / A3 |
| Variant | 1.6 (101 Hp) |
| Body type | hatchback |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 3 |
Power & torque
| Power | 101 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 4400 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 188 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 11.2 s |
| 0–62 mph | 11.2 s |
Engine
| Engine code | AFT |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1595 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 81.0 mm |
| Stroke | 77.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.2 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | ohc |
| Oil capacity | 3.8 L |
| Coolant | 5.5 L |
| Engine layout | Front Transverse |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Front Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | manual |
| Gears | 5 |
| Gearbox code | mq250 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | vw |
Dimensions
| Length | 4020 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1695 mm |
| Height | 1425 mm |
| Front track | 1478 mm |
| Rear track | 1462 mm |
| Boot space | 330 L |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1090 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1525 kg |
| Max load | 435 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 8.5 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel urban | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel extra urban | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel tank | 55.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | disc |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 185/60 R14 |
| Wheel rims | 14 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 10.8 kg/Hp, 92.7 Hp/tonne |
|---|
Other
| Start Of Production | 1994 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1997 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.