Volkswagen Golf IV (1J1) 1.9 TDI (90 hp)

Diesel engine with 90 hp (66 kW) and 149 lb-ft (202 Nm), built 1997–2003, hatchback body, front-wheel drive. The Volkswagen Golf IV (1J1) has 11 more powerful diesel versions.

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Power90 hp (66 kW)
Torque149 lb-ft (202 Nm)
0–62 mph12 s
Top speed112 mph (180 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.9 TDI (90 hp)
Engine codeAGR, ALH
Displacement1.9 L (1,896 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder2
ValvetrainOHC
Fuel systemStandard diesel injection (SDI)
Compression ratio19-5
Bore79.5 mm
Stroke95.5 mm
Engine oil capacity4.8 qt (4.5 l)

Performance

Power90 hp (66 kW) @ 4000 rpm
Torque149 lb-ft (202 Nm) @ 1900 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)12 s
Top speed112 mph (180 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City36 mpg (6.5 l/100 km)
Fuel tank14.5 gal (55 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleHatchback
Doors5
Length163.3 in (4,149 mm)
Width68.3 in (1,735 mm)
Height56.7 in (1,439 mm)
Curb weight2,646 lb (1,200 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,836 lb (1,740 kg)
Cargo volume11.7 cu ft (330 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionCoil spring
Tires195/65 R15
Wheels6J x 15
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Volkswagen Golf 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 Golf IV (1J1) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.4 16V (75 hp)Gasoline75 hp (55 kW)
1.6 (101 hp)Gasoline101 hp (74 kW)
1.8 (125 hp)Gasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.8 (125 hp) AutomaticGasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.8 T (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
1.9 SDI (68 hp)Diesel68 hp (50 kW)
1.9 TDI (110 hp)Diesel110 hp (81 kW)
1.9 TDI (110 hp) AutomaticDiesel110 hp (81 kW)
2.3 V5 (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.3 V5 (150 hp) AutomaticGasoline150 hp (110 kW)
1.8 4motion (125 hp)Gasoline125 hp (92 kW)
1.9 TDI (115 hp)Diesel115 hp (85 kW)
1.9 TDI 4motion (90 hp)Diesel90 hp (66 kW)
2.0 (115 hp)Gasoline115 hp (85 kW)
2.0 (115 hp) AutomaticGasoline115 hp (85 kW)
2.0 4motion (115 hp)Gasoline115 hp (85 kW)
2.3 V5 4motion (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
1.9 TDI 4motion (115 hp)Gasoline115 hp (85 kW)
2.3 VR5 (170 hp)Gasoline170 hp (125 kW)
2.3 VR5 (170 hp) AutomaticGasoline170 hp (125 kW)
2.3 VR5 4motion (170 hp)Gasoline170 hp (125 kW)
2.8 V6 4motion (204 hp)Gasoline204 hp (150 kW)
1.6 16V (105 hp)Gasoline105 hp (77 kW)
1.8 T 20 V (180 hp)Gasoline180 hp (132 kW)
1.9 TDI (130 hp)Diesel130 hp (96 kW)
1.9 TDI (130 hp) AutomaticDiesel130 hp (96 kW)
1.9 TDI (150 hp)Diesel150 hp (110 kW)
1.9 TDI 4motion (130 hp)Diesel130 hp (96 kW)
1.9 TDI 4motion (150 hp)Diesel150 hp (110 kW)
1.6 i 16V FSI (110 hp)Gasoline110 hp (81 kW)
1.9 TDI (101 hp)Diesel101 hp (74 kW)
1.9 TDI (101 hp) AutomaticDiesel101 hp (74 kW)
1.9 TDI 4motion (101 hp)Diesel101 hp (74 kW)
3.2 i VR6 24V RSI (240 hp)Gasoline240 hp (177 kW)

← All Volkswagen Golf IV (1J1) engines

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