Volkswagen Golf III Variant (1HX0) (1993–1999)
The Volkswagen Golf III Variant (1HX0) was offered with 15 engine versions (8 gasoline, 7 diesel), from 60 to 190 hp, built 1993–1999.
EnlargeProduction years1993–1999
Body styleStation wagon
Doors5
Length170.9 in (4,340 mm)
Width66.7 in (1,695 mm)
Height56.3 in (1,430 mm)
Cargo volume16.5 cu ft (466 l) – 12.0 cu ft (340 l)
Fuel tank15.9 gal (60 l) – 17.2 gal (65 l)
All Volkswagen Golf III Variant (1HX0) engines
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.4 (60 hp) | 1993–1999 | Gasoline | 60 hp (44 kW) | 86 lb-ft (116 Nm) | 14.9 s | 103 mph (165 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.6 (75 hp) | 1993–1999 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 100 lb-ft (135 Nm) | 14.9 s | 103 mph (165 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.8 (75 hp) | 1993–1999 | Gasoline | 75 hp (55 kW) | 103 lb-ft (140 Nm) | 14.8 s | 103 mph (165 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.8 (90 hp) | 1993–1999 | Gasoline | 90 hp (66 kW) | 107 lb-ft (145 Nm) | 12.8 s | 109 mph (175 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.9 D (65 hp) | 1993–1999 | Diesel | 65 hp (48 kW) | 91 lb-ft (124 Nm) | 18.6 s | 96 mph (154 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.9 TD (75 hp) | 1993–1999 | Diesel | 75 hp (55 kW) | 103 lb-ft (140 Nm) | 15.9 s | 101 mph (163 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.0 (115 hp) | 1993–1999 | Gasoline | 115 hp (85 kW) | 125 lb-ft (170 Nm) | 10.8 s | 120 mph (193 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.6 (101 hp) | 1994–1999 | Gasoline | 101 hp (74 kW) | 107 lb-ft (145 Nm) | 11.9 s | 115 mph (185 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.8 Syncro (90 hp) | 1994–1999 | Gasoline | 90 hp (66 kW) | 107 lb-ft (145 Nm) | 14 s | 107 mph (172 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |
| 1.9 TDI (90 hp) | 1994–1999 | Diesel | 90 hp (66 kW) | 149 lb-ft (202 Nm) | 13.4 s | 112 mph (180 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.9 TDI (90 hp) Automatic | 1994–1999 | Diesel | 90 hp (66 kW) | 149 lb-ft (202 Nm) | 13.1 s | 109 mph (176 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 2.9 VR6 Syncro (190 hp) | 1994–1999 | Gasoline | 190 hp (140 kW) | 181 lb-ft (245 Nm) | 8.1 s | 138 mph (222 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |
| 1.9 TDI Syncro (90 hp) | 1995–1999 | Diesel | 90 hp (66 kW) | 149 lb-ft (202 Nm) | 14.6 s | 107 mph (172 km/h) | All-wheel drive (4x4) | |
| 1.9 TDI (110 hp) | 1996–1999 | Diesel | 110 hp (81 kW) | 173 lb-ft (235 Nm) | 11.4 s | 118 mph (190 km/h) | Front-wheel drive | |
| 1.9 SDI (64 hp) | 1997–1999 | Diesel | 64 hp (47 kW) | 92 lb-ft (125 Nm) | 18.6 s | 96 mph (154 km/h) | Front-wheel drive |
Figures are the manufacturer's, mostly for the European versions, and can vary with equipment. Fuel economy is converted from the European test (l/100 km) to US mpg, so it reads higher than an EPA rating. Engines with a link have their own spec sheet.