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Volkswagen Bora 1.6 Automatic

General information

ModelVolkswagen Bora 1.6 Automatic
Year2005
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating62 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1595 ccm (97.33 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1595 ccm (97.33 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power101.40 PS (75 kW or 100 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque148.00 Nm (15.1 kgf-m or 109.2 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.3:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 77.4 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed185.0 km/h (115.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)13.8 seconds
0-50 miles9.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0825 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Cargo space455 litres (120 gallons)
Optional cargo space1470 litres (388 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1229 kg (2,709.5 pounds)
Overall length4380 mm (172.4 inches)
Overall width1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2590 mm (102.0 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Service interval30,000 km
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