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Volkswagen Polo Notchback

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo Notchback
Year2005
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating52.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1596 ccm (97.39 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1596 ccm (97.39 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power102.00 PS (75 kW or 101 HP) at 5700 Rev. per min.
Max torque155.00 Nm (15.8 kgf-m or 114.3 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 77.4 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (460.6 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Overall length4180 mm (164.6 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2470 mm (97.2 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Service interval30,000 km
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