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Volkswagen Bora 1.8 T Highline Variant

General information

ModelVolkswagen Bora 1.8 T Highline Variant
Year2004
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1780 ccm (108.62 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving8.5 litres/100 km (27.67 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1780 ccm (108.62 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power180.00 PS (132 kW or 178 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque235.00 Nm (24.0 kgf-m or 173.3 ft.lbs) at 1950 Rev. per min.
Compression9.5:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder5
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1370 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCombi
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space3960 litres (1,046 gallons)
Cargo space460 litres (122 gallons)
Optional cargo space1470 litres (388 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (444.9 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1314 kg (2,896.9 pounds)
Max weight with load1910 kg (4,210.8 pounds)
Towing weight1300 kg (2,866.0 pounds)
Overall length4420 mm (174.0 inches)
Overall width1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Overall height1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Service interval30,000 km
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