Volkswagen Bora Variant (1J6) 1.9 TDI (110 hp)

Diesel engine with 110 hp (81 kW) and 173 lb-ft (235 Nm), built 1999–2005, station wagon body, front-wheel drive. The Volkswagen Bora Variant (1J6) has 7 more powerful diesel versions.

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Power110 hp (81 kW)
Torque173 lb-ft (235 Nm)
0–62 mph11 s
Top speed120 mph (193 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.9 TDI (110 hp)
Engine codeAHF, ASV
Displacement1.9 L (1,896 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder2
ValvetrainSOHC
Fuel systemStandard diesel injection (SDI)
Compression ratio19-5
Bore79.5 mm
Stroke95.5 mm
Engine oil capacity4.8 qt (4.5 l)

Performance

Power110 hp (81 kW) @ 4150 rpm
Torque173 lb-ft (235 Nm) @ 1900 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)11 s
Top speed120 mph (193 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City36 mpg (6.6 l/100 km)
Fuel tank14.5 gal (55 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleStation wagon
Doors5
Length173.6 in (4,409 mm)
Width68.3 in (1,735 mm)
Height58.5 in (1,485 mm)
Curb weight2,866 lb (1,300 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,101 lb (1,860 kg)
Cargo volume16.2 cu ft (460 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson strut, stabilizer bar
Rear suspensionSemi-independent, coil spring
Tires195/65R15
Wheels6J x 15
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Volkswagen Bora with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Volkswagen Bora Variant (1J6) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.6 (100 hp)Gasoline100 hp (74 kW)
1.8i Turbo 20V (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
1.8i Turbo 20V (150 hp) AutomaticGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.3 VR5 (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
1.6 (100 hp) AutomaticGasoline100 hp (74 kW)
1.9 TDI (115 hp)Diesel115 hp (85 kW)
1.9 TDI (115 hp) 4MOTIONDiesel115 hp (85 kW)
2.0 (115 hp)Gasoline115 hp (85 kW)
2.0 (115 hp) 4MOTIONGasoline115 hp (85 kW)
2.0 (115 hp) AutomaticGasoline115 hp (85 kW)
2.3 VR5 (150 hp) 4MOTIONGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.8 V6 (204 hp) 4MOTIONGasoline204 hp (150 kW)
1.6 16V (105 hp)Gasoline105 hp (77 kW)
1.9 TDI (100 hp)Diesel100 hp (74 kW)
1.9 TDI (100 hp) 4MOTIONDiesel100 hp (74 kW)
1.9 TDI (101 hp) AutomaticDiesel101 hp (74 kW)
1.9 TDI (150 hp)Diesel150 hp (110 kW)
1.9 TDI (150 hp) 4MOTIONDiesel150 hp (110 kW)
2.3 VR5 (170 hp)Gasoline170 hp (125 kW)
2.3 VR5 (170 hp) 4MOTIONGasoline170 hp (125 kW)
2.3 VR5 (170 hp) AutomaticGasoline170 hp (125 kW)
1.8i Turbo 20V (180 hp)Gasoline180 hp (132 kW)
1.9 TDI (130 hp)Diesel130 hp (96 kW)
1.9 TDI (130 hp) 4MOTIONDiesel130 hp (96 kW)
1.9 TDI (130 hp) AutomaticDiesel130 hp (96 kW)
1.6 FSI (110 hp)Gasoline110 hp (81 kW)

← All Volkswagen Bora Variant (1J6) engines

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