How good is the VW 1.9 TDI engine?

How good is the VW 1.9 TDI engine?

Volkswagen 1.9 TDI Engine Reliability Just like any other engine on the market, the 1.9 TDI will last longer if it is taken care of properly. As crazy as it sounds, we have seen some 1.9’s at 250,000 – 300,000 miles and one at just over 400,000 miles.

Who makes the 1.9 TDI engine?

Volkswagen
The 4BT Cummins was designed for commercial and industrial use. Volkswagen’s 1.9L TDI was primarily intended for passenger cars and maximum fuel economy.

Is the 1.9 or 2.0 TDI better?

The 1.9 is slightly more economical, the 2.0 is quicker revving, smoother, faster, quieter. The 1.9 only has a 5 speed box though. The 2.0 doesn’t pull quite as well from low revs (the 1.9 is like a tank) but is less peaky.

Is the Volkswagen Golf TDI diesel a good buy?

The Golf TDI diesel is something of an institution, and with economy, torque and in-gear urge, it’s not hard to see why. Driving it Most Golfs are sold as diesels and they suit the solid family hatch well, with punchy manners compensating for a little more noise than rivals.

Is the VW Golf a good car?

Spacious and roomy, the hatchback is still one of the most comfortable cars in the class and well designed for long journeys. Quality is to be expected with a VW too, and the Golf is no exception, with a solid feel that no rival can match. That’s what you pay for, with prices a cut above direct rivals.

What are the specs of a Volkswagen TDI engine?

Volkswagen 1.9 TDI Engine Specs Composition of the cylinder block Cast iron Composition of the cylinder head Cast aluminium Type of fuel Diesel Type of injection Direct injection Arrangement Inline

What are the different powerplants on the Volkswagen Golf?

An impressive choice of powerplants is on offer ranging from a 1.4-litre petrol to a top of the range 2.0-litre GT TDI. The ‘hot hatch’ GTI model will keep the more performance orientated motorists amused. One of the original hatchbacks, the Golf looks like remaining firmly at the top of its game.