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Volkswagen Lupo

General information

ModelVolkswagen Lupo
Year1999
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating57.8 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
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1043 ccm (63.64 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power48.70 PS (36 kW or 48 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque86.00 Nm (8.8 kgf-m or 63.4 ft.lbs) at 3250 Rev. per min.
Compression10.7:1
Bore x stroke67.2 x 70.6 mm (2.6 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0502 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight970 kg (2,138.5 pounds)
Overall length3550 mm (139.8 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2330 mm (91.7 inches)
Fuel capacity34.0 litres (8.98 gallons)

Other specifications

Service interval30,000 km
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