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Volkswagen Jetta III 1.8 (75 Hp) Automatic
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Volkswagen Jetta:
The Volkswagen Jetta is a compact car/small family car manufactured and marketed by Volkswagen since 1979. Positioned to fill a sedan niche slightly above the firm's Golf hatchback, it has been marketed over seven generations, variously as the Atlantic, Vento, Bora, City Jetta, Jetta City, GLI, Jetta, Clasico, and Sagitar.
The Jetta has been offered in two- and four-door saloon / sedan and sometimes as five-door wagon / estate versions. Since the original version in 1980, the car has grown in size and power with each generation. By mid-2011, almost 10 million Jettas have been produced and sold all over the world. As of April 2014, Volkswagen marketed over 14 million, becoming its top selling model....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III Overview:
Volkswagen Jetta (III). With 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1180 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 16.8 s). The top speed reaches 164 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Volkswagen Jetta III was not directly tested by Euro NCAP. Its platform sibling, the Volkswagen Golf III, received a 2.5-star rating in 1998, indicating basic safety performance by modern standards.
1.8 (75 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers basic, uninspiring performance, adequate only for undemanding city driving where acceleration is not a concern.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is on the higher side for its power output, especially with the automatic transmission, making it less efficient than manual counterparts.
Community Verdict
This rating is based on comments found on Reddit, scanned using artificial intelligence, and may not accurately reflect reality.
3.2 / 5
Based on AI analysis of 19 discussions
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of engines, from highly economical diesels to powerful VR6.
- • Solid build quality and durable construction for its era.
- • Comfortable and composed ride quality.
- • Spacious trunk for a compact sedan.
- • Strong aftermarket support and parts availability.
- • TDI engines offer exceptional fuel economy.
Cons:
- • Some base engines are significantly underpowered.
- • Automatic transmissions can be sluggish and less fuel-efficient.
- • Interior design can feel dated by the end of its production run.
- • Rust can be a concern on older, poorly maintained examples.
- • Safety features are basic compared to modern vehicles.
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (facelift 1987): 1990 - 1991).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Jetta |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 (75 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1992 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 42.1 Hp/l [5mm less] |
| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | AAM More details about the engine AAM |
| Engine displacement: | 1781 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Single-point injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 16.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 16.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 164 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.7 kg/Hp, 63.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.4 kg/Nm, 118.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1180 |
| Max. weight: | 1590 |
| Max load: | 410 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 885 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 425 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4380 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [20mm more] |
| Height: | 1425 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2475 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1464 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1448 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 185/60 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Suspension with traction connecting levers |
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