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Wolseley Six

General information

ModelWolseley Six
Year1972
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating66.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2225 ccm (135.77 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel city driving10.7 litres/100 km (22.00 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving10.7 litres/100 km (22.00 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving10.7 litres/100 km (22.00 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual or automatic

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2225 ccm (135.77 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power110.00 PS (81 kW or 108 HP)
Fuel systemCarburetor. Twin SU
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual or automatic
IgnitionMechanical
Special featuresThe first transverse straight six

Speed and acceleration

Top speed167.4 km/h (104.0 mph)
0-60 miles11.4 seconds

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front suspensionHydrolastic by linked displacer
Rear suspensionHydrolastic by linked displacer
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