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Volkswagen Golf III (1991–1997): specs

Volkswagen Golf III (1991–1997) photo
Photo: Mr.choppers, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0

The Volkswagen Golf III is a hatchback produced from 1991 to 1997. It is the 2nd of 6 generations of the Golf in our catalog.

Engines: 1.8 (AAM), 75 hp. Transmission: manual; front-wheel drive. Length 4,020 mm, wheelbase 2,475 mm, fuel tank 55 L.

This generation was built without a facelift. Sold in Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan.

Specifications

Production years1991–1997
Bodyhatchback
Engine1.8
Engine codeAAM
Displacement1.8 L
Fuelpetrol
Power75 hp
Torque140 Nm
Transmissionmanual, 5-speed
Gearbox model5MT
Drivefront-wheel drive
Length4,020 mm
Width1,695 mm
Height1,425 mm
Wheelbase2,475 mm
Fuel tank55 L

Vehicle tax in Kazakhstan

EngineUnder 10 years10–20 years (×0.7)Over 20 years (×0.5)
1.8≈ 15,075 ₸≈ 10,552 ₸≈ 7,538 ₸

Approximate annual vehicle tax for 2026 (due by 1 April 2027), based on the 2026 MRP of 4,325 ₸. The exact amount depends on the engine displacement in the registration certificate and the year of manufacture. Exact calculator (in Russian) →

No. 7 by listings on kolesa.kz; also 1.6, 2.0, VR6

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available

Cons

  • Age: the last cars were built in 1997, condition is everything

Tyre and wheel sizes

Factory sizes: tyres 175/70R13, 185/60R14, 195/60R14, 195/50R15; bolt pattern 4x100. All sizes, offsets and centre bore →

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FAQ

What engine does the Volkswagen Golf III have?

1.8, code AAM, 75 hp, 140 Nm.

What transmission does it have?

manual (5MT).

What are the ground clearance and fuel tank size?

Fuel tank 55 l.

How much is the vehicle tax on the Volkswagen Golf III in Kazakhstan?

For 2026, about 15,075 ₸ for a car under 10 years old (base engine). Cars aged 10–20 years get a 0.7 coefficient, cars over 20 years a 0.5 coefficient.

Other generations

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