Volkswagen Golf IV Variant (1J5) 1.9 TDI (101 hp) Automatic

Diesel engine with 101 hp (74 kW) and 177 lb-ft (240 Nm), built 2000–2006, station wagon body, front-wheel drive. The Volkswagen Golf IV Variant (1J5) has 6 more powerful diesel versions.

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Power101 hp (74 kW)
Torque177 lb-ft (240 Nm)
0–62 mph13.9 s
Top speed114 mph (184 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.9 TDI (101 hp) Automatic
Engine codeATD, AXR, BEW
Displacement1.9 L (1,896 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Longitudinal
Valves per cylinder2
ValvetrainOHC
Fuel systemDiesel common rail
Compression ratio19
Bore79.5 mm
Stroke95.5 mm
Engine oil capacity4.8 qt (4.5 l)

Performance

Power101 hp (74 kW) @ 4000 rpm
Torque177 lb-ft (240 Nm) @ 1800 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)13.9 s
Top speed114 mph (184 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
City27 mpg (8.7 l/100 km)
Highway36 mpg (6.5 l/100 km)
Fuel tank14.5 gal (55 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleStation wagon
Doors5
Length173.1 in (4,397 mm)
Width68.3 in (1,735 mm)
Height58.5 in (1,485 mm)
Curb weight2,912 lb (1,321 kg)
Gross vehicle weight4,057 lb (1,840 kg)
Cargo volume16.2 cu ft (460 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionSpring strut
Rear suspensionCoil spring
Tires195/65 R15 V
WheelsR15
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 Variant (1J5) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.4 16V (75 hp)Gasoline75 hp (55 kW)
1.6 (101 hp)Gasoline101 hp (74 kW)
1.6 (101 hp) AutomaticGasoline101 hp (74 kW)
1.6 16V (105 hp)Gasoline105 hp (77 kW)
1.8 4motion (125 hp)Gasoline125 hp (92 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)
1.9 TDI (115 hp)Diesel115 hp (85 kW)
1.9 TDI (90 hp)Diesel90 hp (66 kW)
1.9 TDI 4motion (115 hp)Diesel115 hp (85 kW)
1.9 TDI 4motion (90 hp)Diesel90 hp (66 kW)
2.0 (116 hp)Gasoline116 hp (85 kW)
2.0 (116 hp) AutomaticGasoline116 hp (85 kW)
2.3 V5 (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.3 V5 4motion (150 hp)Gasoline150 hp (110 kW)
2.8 V6 4motion (204 hp)Gasoline204 hp (150 kW)
1.9 TDI (101 hp)Diesel101 hp (74 kW)
1.9 TDI 4motion (101 hp)Diesel101 hp (74 kW)
2.0 i 4motion (116 hp)Gasoline116 hp (85 kW)
1.9 TDI (130 hp)Diesel130 hp (96 kW)
1.9 TDI 4motion (130 hp)Diesel130 hp (96 kW)
1.6 FSI (110 hp)Gasoline110 hp (81 kW)

← All Volkswagen Golf IV Variant (1J5) engines

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