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Volkswagen Lupo

General information

ModelVolkswagen Lupo
Year2002
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating60.9 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size999 ccm (60.96 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement999 ccm (60.96 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power48.70 PS (36 kW or 48 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque85.00 Nm (8.7 kgf-m or 62.7 ft.lbs) at 3250 Rev. per min.
Compression10.7:1
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 space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight970 kg (2,138.5 pounds)
Overall length3530 mm (139.0 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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