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Volkswagen Jetta Typ 1G (1983–1991) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 1.3 | 4 | 55 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.3 i | 5 | 55 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 Automatic | 5 | 70 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 | 5 | 75 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 | 5 | 75 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.6 D | 5 | 54 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.6 TD | 5 | 70 HP | Diesel | — |
| MT | 1.8 | 5 | 107 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 | 5 | 107 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 | 5 | 112 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 | 5 | 112 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 | 5 | 84 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 16V | 5 | 129 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 16V | 5 | 139 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8 CAT | 5 | 90 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 1.8i Automatic | 5 | 90 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Volkswagen Jetta Typ 1G overview
The Volkswagen Jetta (Typ 1G) is the 2nd generation of the Jetta, built from 1983 to 1991. It is offered as a Sedan with 10 engines (diesel, petrol), from 54 HP to 139 HP. The 1.8 (112 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.0 s, reaches a top speed of 189 km/h and is 4385 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Volkswagen Jetta have?
The Volkswagen Jetta (Typ 1G) has 54 HP to 139 HP, depending on the engine: 1.6 Ea827 (54 HP), 1.3 Ea111 (55 HP), 1.6 Ea827 (70 HP), 1.6 Ea827 (75 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (84 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (90 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (107 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (112 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (129 HP), 1.8 Ea827 (139 HP).
What engines are available for the Volkswagen Jetta?
The Volkswagen Jetta is available with 10 engines: 1.6 Ea827 (54 HP, diesel), 1.3 Ea111 (55 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea827 (70 HP, petrol), 1.6 Ea827 (75 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (84 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (90 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (107 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (112 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (129 HP, petrol), 1.8 Ea827 (139 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Volkswagen Jetta?
The Volkswagen Jetta is 4385 mm long, 1675 mm wide, 1415 mm tall, with a 2475 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Volkswagen Jetta?
The Volkswagen Jetta 1.8 (112 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 10.0 s and has a top speed of 189 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Volkswagen Jetta II |
|---|---|
| Year | 1984–1987 |
| Platform | VW A Platform / A2 |
| Variant | 1.8 (112 Hp) |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 112 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5400 rpm |
| Torque | 159 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4000 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 189 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 10.0 s |
| 0–62 mph | 10.0 s |
Engine
| Engine code | EV |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1781 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Configuration | inline |
| Bore | 81.0 mm |
| Stroke | 86.4 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Valvetrain | sohc |
| Oil capacity | 3.0 L |
| Coolant | 6.5 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 | 020 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | vw |
Dimensions
| Length | 4385 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1675 mm |
| Height | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2475 mm |
| Front track | 1427 mm |
| Rear track | 1422 mm |
| Boot space | 575 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 990 kg |
|---|---|
| Max weight | 1470 kg |
| Max load | 480 kg |
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel tank | 55.0 L |
|---|
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Independent Type Mcpherson |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Coil Spring |
| Front brakes | disc |
| Rear brakes | drum |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 175/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims | 13 |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 8.8 kg/Hp, 113.1 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 6.2 kg/Nm, 160.6 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1984 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1987 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.