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Volkswagen Polo

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo
Year1982
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating52 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1043 ccm (63.64 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving6.7 litres/100 km (35.37 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1043 ccm (63.64 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power40.60 PS (30 kW or 40 HP) at 5300 Rev. per min.
Max torque75.00 Nm (7.6 kgf-m or 55.3 ft.lbs) at 2700 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke75.0 x 59.0 mm (3.0 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed135.0 km/h (83.9 mph)
0-50 miles12.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0580 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight700 kg (1,543.2 pounds)
Overall length3660 mm (144.1 inches)
Overall width1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Overall height1360 mm (53.5 inches)
Wheelbase2400 mm (94.5 inches)
Fuel capacity40.0 litres (10.57 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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