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Volkswagen Fox 1.2 2006

General information

ModelVolkswagen Fox 1.2
Year2006
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1198 ccm (73.10 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving6.0 litres/100 km (39.20 miles per gallon)
Seats4
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1198 ccm (73.10 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 3 cylinder
Max power55.00 PS (40 kW or 54 HP) at 4750 Rev. per min.
Max torque107 Nm (10.9 kgf-m or 78.9 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke76.5 x 86.9 mm (3.0 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed148.0 km/h (92.0 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)17.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0562 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Cargo space676 litres (179 gallons)
Optional cargo space1351 litres (357 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsOptional antiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight978 kg (2,156.1 pounds)
Max weight with load1410 kg (3,108.5 pounds)
Towing weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length3830 mm (150.8 inches)
Overall width1670 mm (65.7 inches)
Overall height1550 mm (61.0 inches)
Wheelbase2470 mm (97.2 inches)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Aprox price as new EUR8980
Service interval30,000 km
CO2 emissions161.0 g/km
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