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Volkswagen Santana GX Turbodiesel

General information

ModelVolkswagen Santana GX Turbodiesel
Year1981
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating54 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power71.00 PS (52 kW or 70 HP) at 4500 Rev. per min.
Max torque133.00 Nm (13.6 kgf-m or 98.1 ft.lbs) at 2600 Rev. per min.
Compression23.0:1
Fuel systemTurbo
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed149.0 km/h (92.6 mph)
0-50 miles9.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0673 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (425.2 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1055 kg (2,325.9 pounds)
Overall length4550 mm (179.1 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Wheelbase2560 mm (100.8 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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