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Volkswagen Polo 1.05 CL

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo 1.05 CL
Year1991
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating54.7 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, unleaded 95
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed
Safety featuresCrumple zones, inertia reel seatbelts

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1043 ccm (63.64 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power44.86 PS (33 kW or 44 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque76.00 Nm (7.7 kgf-m or 56.1 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Max rev. per min.6500
Compression10.5:1
Fuel systemIndirect injection, single point
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed
ClutchDry plate
IgnitionElectronic
Exhaust systemStandard with Catalyser

Speed and acceleration

Top speed145.0 km/h (90.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)20.3 seconds
0-60 miles20.1 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0528 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Chassis materialSteel
Max no. of doors3
Climate controlNo

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringServo-assisted
Front brakesDiscs
Rear brakesDrums
Front wheels13-inch, 4.5J
Rear wheels13-inch, 4.5J

Dimensions and weight

Weight850 kg (1,873.9 pounds)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)
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