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Volkswagen Polo 1.6

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo 1.6
Year1995
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating62.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power75.00 PS (55 kW or 74 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque135.00 Nm (13.8 kgf-m or 99.6 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemInjection
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0758 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3960 litres (1,046 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight990 kg (2,182.6 pounds)
Overall length3720 mm (146.5 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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