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Volkswagen Polo 1.8 GTi Cup Edition

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo 1.8 GTi Cup Edition
Year2007
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating61.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1779 ccm (108.55 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 98
Fuel mixed driving8.0 litres/100 km (29.40 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4. Optional front air bags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1779 ccm (108.55 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power180.00 PS (132 kW or 178 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque235.00 Nm (24.0 kgf-m or 173.3 ft.lbs) at 2000 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, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed225.0 km/h (139.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)7.5 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1423 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3/5
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Cargo space270 litres (71 gallons)
Optional cargo space1030 litres (272 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (460.6 inches)
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1265 kg (2,788.8 pounds)
Max weight with load1720 kg (3,792.0 pounds)
Overall length4090 mm (161.0 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2470 mm (97.2 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Aprox price as new EUR22455
Service interval30,000 km
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