Volkswagen Golf III (1HX) 2.8 VR6 (174 Hp) Specs

Volkswagen LogoVolkswagen Golf III (1HX) 2.8 VR6 (174 Hp) has been in production since 1992 - 1997. Cars comes in Hatchback body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 2.8L liters, engines produces a power of 174 Hp. Fuel consumption of Volkswagen Golf III (1HX) 2.8 VR6 (174 Hp) is 9.6 l/100 km. The overall dimensions of the car are 4020x1695x1405 mm, and the weight is from 1285 kg.

Volkswagen Golf III (1HX) 2.8 VR6 (174 Hp) 1992 - 1997
Volkswagen Golf III (1HX) 2.8 VR6 (174 Hp) 1992 - 1997
Volkswagen Golf III (1HX) 2.8 VR6 (174 Hp) 1992 - 1997
Volkswagen Golf III (1HX) 2.8 VR6 (174 Hp) 1992 - 1997
Volkswagen Golf III (1HX) 2.8 VR6 (174 Hp) 1992 - 1997
Volkswagen Golf III (1HX) 2.8 VR6 (174 Hp) 1992 - 1997
Volkswagen Golf III (1HX) 2.8 VR6 (174 Hp) 1992 - 1997
Volkswagen Golf III (1HX) 2.8 VR6 (174 Hp) 1992 - 1997


General data

GenerationGolf III (1HX)
Modification2.8 VR6 (174 Hp)
Start of production1992 year
End of production1997 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeHatchback
Seats5
Doors3/5
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)
ModelAAA

Fuel consumption (economy), emissions

Fuel consumption - combined9.6 l/100 km

Performance specs

Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (0 - 62 mph)7.8 sec
Maximum speed224 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio7.4 kg/Hp, 135.4 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power174 Hp @ 5800 rpm.
Power per litre62.3 Hp/l
Torque235 Nm @ 4200 rpm.
Engine locationFront, Transverse
Engine displacement2792 cm3
Number of cylinders6
Position of cylindersV-engine
Cylinder Bore81 mm
Piston Stroke90.3 mm
Compression ratio10
Number of valves per cylinder2
Fuel SystemMulti-point indirect injection
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainOHC
Engine oil capacity5.5-6 l
Coolant8.2-10 l
PowerHydraulic Steering

Suspension and brakes specs

Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of Gears (manual transmission)5
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionSuspension with traction connecting levers
Front brakesVentilated discs
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Tires size205/50 R15
Wheel rims sizeR15

Dimensions

Length4020 mm
Width1695 mm
Height1405 mm
Wheelbase2475 mm
Front track1450 mm
Rear (Back) track1434 mm

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight1285 kg
Max. weight1685 kg
Max load400 kg
Trunk (boot) space - minimum320 l
Trunk (boot) space - maximum677 l
Fuel tank capacity65 l