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Technical data

This 1.9 TDI MT (100 hp) engine was fitted in the 1 generation Hatchback (3-door), which was produced by Volkswagen from 1998 to 2005. In addition to this engine, 11 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.

Power & fuel consumption

City fuel consumption per 100 km6.6litre
Highway fuel consumption per 100 km4.3litre
Mixed fuel consumption per 100 km5.1litre
Fuel tank capacity55litre
Cruising rangefrom 830 to 1 280km
FuelDiesel
Emission standardEURO IV
Top speed178km/h
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)11.9second

Engine

Displacement1896cm3
Engine power100bhp
RPM at max powerfrom 4 000RPM
Maximum torque240Nm
RPM at max torque1800RPM
Engine typeDiesel
Cylinder layoutInline
Injection typeDirect injection
Forced inductionTurbocharger
IntercoolerYes
Number of cylinders4
Valves per cylinder2
Bore79.5mm
Stroke95.5mm

Gearbox & drivetrain

GearboxManual
Number of gears5
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive
Turning circle10.9m

Body

Seats4
Length4081mm
Width1724mm
Height1498mm
Wheelbase2508mm
Front track1508mm
Rear track1494mm
Ground clearance130mm
Kerb weight1442kg
Gross weight1710kg
Displacement268kg
Min. boot capacity209litre
Max. boot capacity769litre
Body typeHatchback

Suspension & brakes

Front suspensionIndependent, MacPherson Struts
Rear suspensionHelical springs
Front brakesVentilated disc
Rear brakesDisc

Real-world consumption (est.)

City7.6 litres / 100km
Highway4.9 litres / 100km
Average5.9 litres / 100km

Estimated from official figures. Actual consumption varies by driving style and conditions.

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