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Volkswagen Golf III

1991–1997

Also known as: Golf 3

Key specs
Power
60–174hp
44–128 kW
Fuel use
from 5.2l/100 km
0–100 km/h
7.6–16.5s
Engine
1.4–2.8l
petrol, diesel
Gearbox
Manual, Automatic
Drive
Front-wheel
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Engines and versions11

Petrol · 8
1.4Manual · Front-wheel · 7.1 l/100 km · 16.5 s60hp44 kW
Max power
60 hp
Max torque
107 N·m
0–100 km/h
16.5 s
Top speed
157 km/h

Specifications

Years
1991–1997
Body type
Hatchback 5-door
Doors
5
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
1,391 cm³
Max power
44 kW · 60 hp · at 5200 rpm
Max torque
107 N·m · at 2800 rpm
Cylinders
4 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
2
Forced induction
None (naturally aspirated)
Fuel system
Multipoint injection (MPI)
Compression ratio
10
Bore × stroke
75 × 78.7 mm
Engine code
ABD
Fuel grade
AI-95

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
5
Drivetrain
Front-wheel

Performance

Combined
7.1 l/100 km
City
8.5 l/100 km
Highway
5.4 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
16.5 s
Top speed
157 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,000 kg
Gross weight
1,550 kg
Trunk volume
330 l
Boot (max.)
1,125 l
Fuel tank
55 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Semi-independent, torsion beam
Front brakes
Discs
Rear brakes
Drums
Tyre size
175/70 R13
Front track width
1,462 mm
Rear track width
1,444 mm
Ground clearance
120 mm
Listings with this engine
1.6Manual · Front-wheel · 8.3 l/100 km · 14.5 s75hp55 kW
Max power
75 hp
Max torque
125 N·m
0–100 km/h
14.5 s
Top speed
165 km/h

Specifications

Years
1991–1997
Body type
Hatchback 5-door
Doors
5
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cm³
Max power
55 kW · 75 hp · at 5200 rpm
Max torque
125 N·m · at 2600 rpm
Cylinders
4 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
2
Forced induction
None (naturally aspirated)
Fuel system
Multipoint injection (MPI)
Compression ratio
9.8
Bore × stroke
81 × 77.4 mm
Engine code
ABU
Fuel grade
AI-95

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
5
Drivetrain
Front-wheel

Performance

Combined
8.3 l/100 km
City
11.2 l/100 km
Highway
6.4 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
14.5 s
Top speed
165 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,080 kg
Gross weight
1,560 kg
Trunk volume
330 l
Boot (max.)
1,180 l
Fuel tank
55 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Semi-independent, torsion beam
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Drums
Tyre size
175/70 R14
Front track width
1,450 mm
Rear track width
1,432 mm
Ground clearance
130 mm
Listings with this engine
1.8 90Manual · Front-wheel · 8 l/100 km · 12.1 s90hp66 kW
Max power
90 hp
Max torque
145 N·m
0–100 km/h
12.1 s
Top speed
178 km/h

Specifications

Years
1991–1997
Body type
Hatchback 5-door
Doors
5
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cm³
Max power
66 kW · 90 hp · at 5500 rpm
Max torque
145 N·m · at 2500 rpm
Cylinders
4 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
2
Forced induction
None (naturally aspirated)
Fuel system
Multipoint injection (MPI)
Compression ratio
10
Bore × stroke
81 × 86.4 mm
Engine code
ADZ
Fuel grade
AI-95

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
5
Drivetrain
Front-wheel

Performance

Combined
8 l/100 km
City
10.5 l/100 km
Highway
6.2 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
12.1 s
Top speed
178 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,060 kg
Gross weight
1,610 kg
Trunk volume
330 l
Boot (max.)
1,125 l
Fuel tank
55 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Semi-independent, torsion beam
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Drums
Tyre size
185/60 R14
Front track width
1,462 mm
Rear track width
1,444 mm
Ground clearance
120 mm
Listings with this engine
1.8 AutomaticAutomatic · Front-wheel · 9.5 l/100 km · 14 s90hp66 kW
Max power
90 hp
Max torque
145 N·m
0–100 km/h
14 s
Top speed
174 km/h

Specifications

Years
1991–1997
Body type
Hatchback 5-door
Doors
5
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cm³
Max power
66 kW · 90 hp · at 5400 rpm
Max torque
145 N·m · at 2500 rpm
Cylinders
4 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
2
Forced induction
None (naturally aspirated)
Fuel system
Multipoint injection (MPI)
Compression ratio
10
Bore × stroke
81 × 86.4 mm
Engine code
ADZ
Fuel grade
AI-95

Transmission

Gearbox
Automatic
Number of gears
4
Drivetrain
Front-wheel

Performance

Combined
9.5 l/100 km
City
12.8 l/100 km
Highway
7.4 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
14 s
Top speed
174 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,150 kg
Gross weight
1,630 kg
Trunk volume
330 l
Boot (max.)
1,180 l
Fuel tank
55 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Semi-independent, torsion beam
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Drums
Tyre size
175/70 R14
Front track width
1,450 mm
Rear track width
1,432 mm
Ground clearance
130 mm
Listings with this engine
1.8 CabrioletManual · Front-wheel · 8.9 l/100 km · 12.6 s1993–199790hp66 kW
Max power
90 hp
Max torque
145 N·m
0–100 km/h
12.6 s
Top speed
178 km/h

Specifications

Years
1993–1997
Body type
Convertible
Doors
2
Seats
4

Engine

Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cm³
Max power
66 kW · 90 hp · at 5400 rpm
Max torque
145 N·m · at 2500 rpm
Cylinders
4 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
2
Forced induction
None (naturally aspirated)
Fuel system
Multipoint injection (MPI)
Compression ratio
10
Bore × stroke
81 × 86.4 mm
Engine code
ADZ
Fuel grade
AI-95

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
5
Drivetrain
Front-wheel

Performance

Combined
8.9 l/100 km
City
11.8 l/100 km
Highway
6.9 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
12.6 s
Top speed
178 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,240 kg
Gross weight
1,620 kg
Trunk volume
265 l
Boot (max.)
265 l
Fuel tank
55 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Semi-independent, torsion beam
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Drums
Tyre size
195/60 R14
Front track width
1,450 mm
Rear track width
1,432 mm
Ground clearance
125 mm
Listings with this engine
2.0 GTIManual · Front-wheel · 8.6 l/100 km · 10.1 s116hp85 kW
Max power
116 hp
Max torque
166 N·m
0–100 km/h
10.1 s
Top speed
198 km/h

Specifications

Years
1991–1997
Body type
Hatchback 3-door
Doors
3
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cm³
Max power
85 kW · 116 hp · at 5400 rpm
Max torque
166 N·m · at 3200 rpm
Cylinders
4 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
2
Forced induction
None (naturally aspirated)
Fuel system
Multipoint injection (MPI)
Compression ratio
10.4
Bore × stroke
82.5 × 92.8 mm
Engine code
2E
Fuel grade
AI-95

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
5
Drivetrain
Front-wheel

Performance

Combined
8.6 l/100 km
City
11.5 l/100 km
Highway
6.5 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
10.1 s
Top speed
198 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,120 kg
Gross weight
1,660 kg
Trunk volume
330 l
Boot (max.)
1,125 l
Fuel tank
55 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Semi-independent, torsion beam
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Tyre size
195/50 R15
Front track width
1,462 mm
Rear track width
1,444 mm
Ground clearance
110 mm
Listings with this engine
2.0 GTI 16VManual · Front-wheel · 9 l/100 km · 8 s1992–1997150hp110 kW
Max power
150 hp
Max torque
180 N·m
0–100 km/h
8 s
Top speed
216 km/h

Specifications

Years
1992–1997
Body type
Hatchback 3-door
Doors
3
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cm³
Max power
110 kW · 150 hp · at 6000 rpm
Max torque
180 N·m · at 4800 rpm
Cylinders
4 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
4
Forced induction
None (naturally aspirated)
Fuel system
Multipoint injection (MPI)
Compression ratio
10.4
Bore × stroke
82.5 × 92.8 mm
Engine code
ABF
Fuel grade
AI-98

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
5
Drivetrain
Front-wheel

Performance

Combined
9 l/100 km
City
12.3 l/100 km
Highway
6.9 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
8 s
Top speed
216 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,180 kg
Gross weight
1,660 kg
Trunk volume
330 l
Boot (max.)
1,180 l
Fuel tank
55 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Semi-independent, torsion beam
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Tyre size
205/50 R15
Front track width
1,450 mm
Rear track width
1,432 mm
Ground clearance
120 mm
Listings with this engine
2.8 VR6Manual · Front-wheel · 10.5 l/100 km · 7.6 s174hp128 kW
Max power
174 hp
Max torque
235 N·m
0–100 km/h
7.6 s
Top speed
224 km/h

Specifications

Years
1991–1997
Body type
Hatchback 5-door
Doors
5
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cm³
Max power
128 kW · 174 hp · at 5800 rpm
Max torque
235 N·m · at 4200 rpm
Cylinders
6 · V-type
Valves per cylinder
2
Forced induction
None (naturally aspirated)
Fuel system
Multipoint injection (MPI)
Compression ratio
10
Bore × stroke
81 × 90.3 mm
Engine code
AAA
Fuel grade
AI-95

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
5
Drivetrain
Front-wheel

Performance

Combined
10.5 l/100 km
City
14.5 l/100 km
Highway
8 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
7.6 s
Top speed
224 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,250 kg
Gross weight
1,730 kg
Trunk volume
330 l
Boot (max.)
1,180 l
Fuel tank
55 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Semi-independent, torsion beam
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Tyre size
205/50 R15
Front track width
1,450 mm
Rear track width
1,432 mm
Ground clearance
120 mm
Listings with this engine
Diesel · 3
1.9 TDI 90Manual · Front-wheel · 5.2 l/100 km · 13 s90hp66 kW
Max power
90 hp
Max torque
202 N·m
0–100 km/h
13 s
Top speed
176 km/h

Specifications

Years
1991–1997
Body type
Hatchback 5-door
Doors
5
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cm³
Max power
66 kW · 90 hp · at 4000 rpm
Max torque
202 N·m · at 1900 rpm
Cylinders
4 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
2
Forced induction
Turbo
Compression ratio
19.5
Bore × stroke
79.5 × 95.5 mm
Engine code
1Z
Fuel grade
Diesel

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
5
Drivetrain
Front-wheel

Performance

Combined
5.2 l/100 km
City
6.5 l/100 km
Highway
4.3 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
13 s
Top speed
176 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,110 kg
Gross weight
1,660 kg
Trunk volume
330 l
Boot (max.)
1,125 l
Fuel tank
55 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Semi-independent, torsion beam
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Drums
Tyre size
185/60 R14
Front track width
1,462 mm
Rear track width
1,444 mm
Ground clearance
120 mm
Listings with this engine
1.9 TDI 90 VariantManual · Front-wheel · 5.6 l/100 km · 14.5 s1993–199790hp66 kW
Max power
90 hp
Max torque
202 N·m
0–100 km/h
14.5 s
Top speed
168 km/h

Specifications

Years
1993–1997
Body type
Wagon
Doors
5
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cm³
Max power
66 kW · 90 hp · at 4000 rpm
Max torque
202 N·m · at 1900 rpm
Cylinders
4 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
2
Forced induction
Turbo
Compression ratio
19.5
Bore × stroke
79.5 × 95.5 mm
Engine code
AHU
Fuel grade
Diesel

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
5
Drivetrain
Front-wheel

Performance

Combined
5.6 l/100 km
City
7.3 l/100 km
Highway
4.7 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
14.5 s
Top speed
168 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,225 kg
Gross weight
1,740 kg
Trunk volume
470 l
Boot (max.)
1,425 l
Fuel tank
55 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Semi-independent, torsion beam
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Drums
Tyre size
175/70 R14
Front track width
1,450 mm
Rear track width
1,432 mm
Ground clearance
130 mm
Listings with this engine
1.9 TDI 110Manual · Front-wheel · 5.6 l/100 km · 11.5 s1996–1997110hp81 kW
Max power
110 hp
Max torque
235 N·m
0–100 km/h
11.5 s
Top speed
187 km/h

Specifications

Years
1996–1997
Body type
Hatchback 5-door
Doors
5
Seats
5

Engine

Fuel
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cm³
Max power
81 kW · 110 hp · at 4150 rpm
Max torque
235 N·m · at 1900 rpm
Cylinders
4 · Inline
Valves per cylinder
2
Forced induction
Turbo
Compression ratio
19.5
Bore × stroke
79.5 × 95.5 mm
Engine code
AFN
Fuel grade
Diesel

Transmission

Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
5
Drivetrain
Front-wheel

Performance

Combined
5.6 l/100 km
City
7.2 l/100 km
Highway
4.6 l/100 km
0–100 km/h
11.5 s
Top speed
187 km/h

Volume & weight

Curb weight
1,210 kg
Gross weight
1,690 kg
Trunk volume
330 l
Boot (max.)
1,180 l
Fuel tank
55 l

Suspension & brakes

Front suspension
Independent, McPherson
Rear suspension
Semi-independent, torsion beam
Front brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear brakes
Discs
Tyre size
195/65 R15
Front track width
1,450 mm
Rear track width
1,432 mm
Ground clearance
130 mm
Listings with this engine

Trim levels7

CL1991–199711features

Comfort

Power Steering, Steering Wheel Height Adjustment

Interior

Folding Rear Seat, Fabric, 5 Seats

Multimedia

12V Socket

Visibility & lights

Automatic Headlight Leveling

Exterior

Full-size spare wheel, Steel Wheels

Anti-theft

Central Locking, Immobilizer

GL1991–199719features

Comfort

Power-adjustable mirrors, Power Steering, Front Power Windows, Steering Wheel Height Adjustment

Interior

Folding Rear Seat, Velour, 5 Seats

Multimedia

12V Socket, Audio System

Safety

ABS, Driver's Airbag, Front Passenger Airbag

Visibility & lights

Fog Lights, Automatic Headlight Leveling

Exterior

Decorative Moldings, Full-size spare wheel, Steel Wheels

Anti-theft

Central Locking, Immobilizer

GTI1991–199723features

Comfort

Power-adjustable mirrors, Power Steering, Front Power Windows, Steering Wheel Height Adjustment, Sport suspension

Interior

Sport Seats, Leather Steering Wheel, Folding Rear Seat, Front centre armrest, 5 Seats

Multimedia

12V Socket, Audio System

Safety

ABS, Driver's Airbag, Front Passenger Airbag

Visibility & lights

Fog Lights, Automatic Headlight Leveling

Exterior

Tinted Lights, Full-size spare wheel, R15 Wheels, Alloy Wheels

Anti-theft

Central Locking, Immobilizer

GT1991–199722features

Comfort

Power Steering, Front Power Windows, Sport suspension

Interior

Sport Seats, Leather Steering Wheel, Folding Rear Seat, Load Cover, Tinted Windows, Black Interior, Fabric, 5 Seats

Multimedia

12V Socket, Audio System

Safety

Driver's Airbag

Visibility & lights

Fog Lights, Automatic Headlight Leveling, Halogen Headlights

Exterior

Body Kit, Compact spare wheel, R14 Wheels, Alloy Wheels

Anti-theft

Central Locking

GTD1991–199720features

Comfort

Power Steering, Front Power Windows

Interior

Rear Armrest, Folding Rear Seat, Load Cover, Tinted Windows, Grey Interior, Fabric, Driver's Seat Height Adjustment, 5 Seats

Multimedia

12V Socket, Audio System

Safety

Driver's Airbag

Visibility & lights

Fog Lights, Automatic Headlight Leveling, Halogen Headlights

Exterior

Compact spare wheel, R14 Wheels, Steel Wheels

Anti-theft

Central Locking

VR61991–199726features

Comfort

Air Conditioning, Power Steering, Front Power Windows, Sport suspension

Interior

Sunroof, Sport Seats, Leather Steering Wheel, Leather Gear Knob, Folding Rear Seat, Load Cover, Tinted Windows, Black Interior, Velour, 5 Seats

Multimedia

12V Socket, Audio System

Safety

ABS, Driver's Airbag, Front Passenger Airbag

Visibility & lights

Fog Lights, Automatic Headlight Leveling, Halogen Headlights

Exterior

Compact spare wheel, R15 Wheels, Alloy Wheels

Anti-theft

Central Locking

Joker1991–199720features

Comfort

Power Steering, Front Power Windows

Interior

Folding Rear Seat, Load Cover, Tinted Windows, Grey Interior, Fabric, Driver's Seat Height Adjustment, 5 Seats

Multimedia

12V Socket, Audio System

Safety

Driver's Airbag

Visibility & lights

Automatic Headlight Leveling, Halogen Headlights

Exterior

Decorative Moldings, Metallic Paint, Compact spare wheel, R14 Wheels, Steel Wheels

Anti-theft

Central Locking

Dimensions and weight

Hatchback 5-door

120
1 425
4 020
Length
4,020 mm
Width
1,695 mm
Height
1,405–1,425 mm
Wheelbase
2,475 mm
Ground clearance
120–130 mm
Trunk volume
330 l
Fuel tank
55 l
Curb weight
1,000–1,250 kg

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About the Golf III

Volkswagen Golf III: 11 engines from 1.4 · 44 kW (60 hp) to 2.8 VR6 · 128 kW (174 hp), fuel consumption from 5.2 l/100 km, trim levels CL, GL, GTI, GT. Used Volkswagen Golf III prices and listings in Montenegro.

Frequently asked questions

How much fuel does the Volkswagen Golf III use?

Combined consumption ranges from 5.2 to 10.5 l/100 km depending on the engine. The most frugal version is the 1.9 TDI 90 at 5.2 l/100 km.

Which engines does the Volkswagen Golf III come with?

11 engines are available: 1.4 · 44 kW (60 hp), 1.6 · 55 kW (75 hp), 1.8 90 · 66 kW (90 hp), 1.9 TDI 90 · 66 kW (90 hp), 1.8 Automatic · 66 kW (90 hp), 1.9 TDI 90 Variant · 66 kW (90 hp), 1.8 Cabriolet · 66 kW (90 hp), 1.9 TDI 110 · 81 kW (110 hp), 2.0 GTI · 85 kW (116 hp), 2.0 GTI 16V · 110 kW (150 hp), 2.8 VR6 · 128 kW (174 hp).

Which is the most powerful engine?

2.8 VR6: 128 kW (174 hp).

What are the dimensions of the Volkswagen Golf III?

Length 4020 mm, width 1695 mm, height 1425 mm, wheelbase 2475 mm.

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