Volkswagen Golf GTI 16v - Specifications (1993-1997)

VolkswagenGolf (1991-1999)Specs1993 (Mk3) Volkswagen Golf GTI 16v Specifications & Performance

1993 - 1997 (Mk3)

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Tech Specs Summary

2 L Inline 4134 mph8.3 seconds148 BHP33.6 mpg3 Doors5 Seats330-687 Lkg1,090 kgFront - FWDJump To:PerformancePetrol EngineDrivetrain & ChassisDimensions & PracticalityRankingsvs RivalsSimilar Cars PredecessorSuccessorOther Mk3 Golf Hatchbacks

Performance

PerformanceTop Speed134 mph0-62 mph8.3 seconds0-60 mph8.0 secondsPower-to-Weight136 BHP/TonnePower148 BHPTorque133 lb·ft

Fuel Economy

Fuel EconomyCombined33.6 mpgTotal Range406 Miles

Petrol Engine

Petrol EngineDisplacement2 Litre1,984 ccConfigurationInline 4AspirationNaturalPeak Power148 BHP @ 6,000 RPM150 ps @ 6,000 RPMPeak Torque133 lb·ft @ 4,800 RPM180 N·m @ 4,800 RPMValvetrainDOHCValves/Cylinder4 (16v Total)Fuel InjectionMulti-pointPositionFront EngineOrientationTransversalFuelPetrolFuel Tank Capacity55 Litres

Extra Engine Specs

Extra Engine SpecsCompression Ratio10.5:1Bore x Stroke82.5 x 92.8 mmBore-Stroke Ratio0.89:1Under-SquareSpecific Output75 BHP/LPower/Cylinder37 BHPUnitary Capacity496 ccBMEP11.4 Bar165.4 PSI

Drivetrain & Chassis

Drivetrain & ChassisDriven WheelsFWDFront-wheel DriveGearbox (MT)5 GearsTyre Sizes205/50R15 VFront SuspensionMacPherson StrutRear SuspensionTorsion BeamFront BrakesVented DiscRear BrakesSolid Disc

Dimensions & Practicality

Dimensions & PracticalityBody StyleCompact HatchbackDoors3Seats5Cargo Space330-687 LKerb Weight1,090 kgGross Weight1,645 kgMaximum Payload555 kgTow Capacity1,200 kgLength4,020 mmWidth1,695 mmHeight1,405 mmWheelbase2,475 mmFront Track1,450 mmRear Track1,434 mm

UK Vehicle Tax Cost

> 1549cc£360 ★★★★★★★★★★3.4Performance Rating2.3Environment Rating2.2Practicality Rating2.9

Pros & Cons vs Rivals

PerformanceEnvironmentPracticalityLuggageRoad Trips

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1993 Volkswagen Golf GTI 16v Rankings

Top Power/Weight Volkswagens #132 / 1.5KBest 0-62 mph Volkswagens #258 / 1.5KFastest Volkswagens #318 / 1.5KTop BHP Volkswagens #409 / 1.5KTop BHP/L Volkswagens #513 / 1.5KFastest Hatchbacks #725 / 4.9KQuickest 0-62 Hatchbacks #778 / 4.9KMost Powerful Hatchbacks #885 / 4.9K90s Fastest Accelerating #894 / 4.6KTop lb·ft Volkswagens #964 / 1.5K90s Fastest #1,060 / 4.6KBest MPG Volkswagens #1,155 / 1.5K90s Most Powerful #1,367 / 4.6KBest MPG Hatchbacks #4,142 / 4.9KBest MPG Petrol #6,496 / 14KQuickest 0-62 mph #7,866 / 22.3KFastest #8,181 / 22.3KMost Powerful #10,561 / 22.3KBest MPG #13,905 / 22.3K Last updated 21 December 2023 Hide Permanently Remove (It's Free!) - Sign In Advanced