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Volkswagen Polo 1.9 TDI

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo 1.9 TDI
Year2001
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating62.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1895 ccm (115.63 cubic inches)
Fuel city driving5.5 litres/100 km (42.77 miles per gallon)
Fuel mixed driving4.4 litres/100 km (53.46 miles per gallon)
Fuel highway driving3.9 litres/100 km (60.31 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1895 ccm (115.63 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power99.40 PS (73 kW or 98 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque240.00 Nm (24.5 kgf-m or 177.0 ft.lbs) at 1800 Rev. per min.
Compression19.0:1
Bore x stroke79.5 x 95.5 mm (3.1 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed188.0 km/h (116.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.7 seconds
0-50 miles8.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0853 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1165 kg (2,568.4 pounds)
Overall length3900 mm (153.5 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions132.0 g/km
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