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Volkswagen Golf III 2.9 VR6 (190 Hp)
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Volkswagen Golf:
The Volkswagen Golf is a compact car/small family car produced by the German automotive manufacturer Volkswagen since 1974, marketed worldwide across eight generations, in various body configurations and under various nameplates – including as the Volkswagen Rabbit in the United States and Canada , and as the Volkswagen Caribe in Mexico. Historically, the Golf is Volkswagen's best-selling model and is among the world's top three best-selling nameplates, with more than 35 million units sold as of 2019....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Overview:
Volkswagen Golf (III). A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
Tested in 1994, the Golf III achieved a 2.5-star rating for adult occupant protection, considered average for its era but significantly less safe by modern standards. It represented an improvement over earlier generations.
2.9 VR6 (190 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Top-tier performance with exhilarating acceleration, making it a true performance icon.
Fuel Economy
Very high fuel consumption, a trade-off for its impressive power.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of engines, from economical diesels to powerful VR6 and GTI models.
- • Practical and spacious interior for its class, especially the 5-door hatchback.
- • Generally reliable and durable, with many examples still on the road.
- • Good aftermarket support and parts availability.
- • Excellent value as a used car, offering solid build quality for the price.
Cons:
- • Safety ratings are poor by modern standards, reflecting its age.
- • Base models can feel underpowered and unrefined.
- • Interior plastics can feel dated and prone to wear.
- • Rust can be an issue, particularly on older, less well-maintained examples.
- • Some engines, especially the VR6, have high fuel consumption.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III Variant: 1993 - 1999).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Golf |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.9 VR6 (190 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 190 Hp Same horsepower |
| Engine Model/Code: | ABV More details about the engine ABV |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.5 l |
| Coolant: | 10 l |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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