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Volkswagen Polo N

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo N
Year1976
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating70.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size895 ccm (54.61 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement895 ccm (54.61 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power40.60 PS (30 kW or 40 HP) at 5900 Rev. per min.
Max torque57.00 Nm (5.8 kgf-m or 42.0 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.2:1
Bore x stroke69.5 x 59.0 mm (2.7 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed135.0 km/h (83.9 mph)
0-60 miles18.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0593 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight690 kg (1,521.2 pounds)
Overall length3510 mm (138.2 inches)
Overall width1570 mm (61.8 inches)
Overall height1340 mm (52.8 inches)
Wheelbase2340 mm (92.1 inches)
Fuel capacity35.0 litres (9.25 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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