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Volkswagen Sharan

General information

ModelVolkswagen Sharan
Year1999
CategoryMultipurpose/combi cars
Rating61.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveFront wheels
Transmission5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power150.10 PS (110 kW or 148 HP) at 5700 Rev. per min.
Max torque210.00 Nm (21.4 kgf-m or 154.9 ft.lbs) at 1800 Rev. per min.
Compression9.3:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder5
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
Gearbox5-speed automatic or 6-speed manual

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0899 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5120 litres (1,353 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Dimensions and weight

Weight1670 kg (3,681.7 pounds)
Overall length4630 mm (182.3 inches)
Overall width1820 mm (71.7 inches)
Overall height1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Wheelbase2850 mm (112.2 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Service interval15,000 km
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