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Volkswagen Bora 2.8

General information

ModelVolkswagen Bora 2.8
Year1999
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size2792 ccm (170.37 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
Drive4WD
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement2792 ccm (170.37 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power204.00 PS (150 kW or 201 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min.
Max torque275.00 Nm (28.0 kgf-m or 202.8 ft.lbs) at 3200 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke81.0 x 90.3 mm (3.2 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1407 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1450 kg (3,196.7 pounds)
Overall length4380 mm (172.4 inches)
Overall width1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity62.0 litres (16.38 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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