Golf GT TDI - does anyone know... - DuncanSuperb
.... what the significance of the coloured lettering on the TDI badge means?

I am looking to aquire a Mk4 GT TDI and have noticed that on some the 'I' of TDI is coloured red and on others the 'DI' of TDI is coloured red. Does this indicate a different trim level or PS level?

I haven't noticed if GTI models have the same anomoly.

Also.... I have decided that I'll probably take the plunge and purchase (for the first time) through auction. Any comments about purchasing this particular car from auction would be read with interest...
Golf GT TDI - does anyone know... - adverse camber
power level.

off the top of my head,
all silver =90bhp,
red i (redeye as often seen in adverts) = 110 bhp,
red di = 130 (I think)
Golf GT TDI - does anyone know... - Xileno {P}
The only sure way if buying second hand is to check the VIN. My car says 80bhp but it's actually a 100bhp, confirmed by the VIN. Dishonest people may swap the badges over so be careful.
Golf GT TDI - does anyone know... - Altea Ego
and at one point VW stopped putting different badges on and they all had silver!

------------------------------
TourVanMan TM < Ex RF >
Golf GT TDI - does anyone know... - Stargazer {P}
When I asked, it was completely variable, I have seen two identical new Passats 130ps TDi with different badges side by side ....my 130PS TDi Passat has a silver TD badge with red i.

StarGazer
Golf GT TDI - does anyone know... - aahbarnes
Many of the badges are dealer fitted and they just put on what they felt like.

I've seen some with the full GT TDI
Golf GT TDI - does anyone know... - Red Baron
Some GT TDI pump out 150PS and were thus a valid comparison against a 150PS petrol GTI.
Golf GT TDI - does anyone know... - Marky Mark
If its definately the GT TDI it will be 150ps. Other VAG tdi's vary from 90,110 & 130 & it is not always clear which one is which from the colour of the badge.

The MkVs are 105 & 140, with a 170 in the passat available I think.

Useful forum for all MkIV related stuff to double check your facts is : www.uk-mkivs.net/forums/default.aspx

MM
Golf GT TDI - does anyone know... - rjr
If its definately the GT TDI it will be 150ps. Other
VAG tdi's vary from 90,110 & 130 & it is not
always clear which one is which from the colour of the
badge.


Not to mention the 115 TDi as well....
Golf GT TDI - does anyone know... - Glaikit Wee Scunner {P}
And 100ps.........
Badging is not a reliable indication, my Passat has the 130ps engine if the colour scheme was to be believed.
Check the log book.
--
I wasna fu but just had plenty.
Golf GT TDI - does anyone know... - aahbarnes
If its definately the GT TDI it will be 150ps.



The 150PS TDI only came out later on in the MK4's life. There were definately earlier GT TDIs with the 130PS and 115 PS PD engine.
Golf GT TDI - does anyone know... - George Porge
silver tdi = 90bhp
silver td red i = 110bhp
silver t red di = 115 / 130 (pd engines)2000 onwards
red tdi = 150bhp (pd engine)

Badges were supplied in the glove box and any combination could be fitted or retro fitted. Its better to look at the log book or chassis plate.
Golf GT TDI - does anyone know... - cheddar
silver tdi = 90bhp
silver td red i = 110bhp
silver t red di = 115 / 130 (pd engines)2000 onwards
red tdi = 150bhp (pd engine)


silver tdi = 90bhp also 100bhp PD (and 105 in the MkV)

GT TDis were 110, 115, 130 and 150 depending on year, the 130 and 150 ran concurrently.

As has been said anyone can master the art of badge engineering, the only proof of the actual spec is the VIN.
Golf GT TDI - does anyone know... - aahbarnes
Also euro imports from Denmark particularly all had just a silver TDI badge.

The same goes for the GTI, some had a red i and some didn't, no matter which engine it had.