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Volkswagen Bora 1.9 TDi Highline Variant

General information

ModelVolkswagen Bora 1.9 TDi Highline Variant
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating55 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1896 ccm (115.69 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving5.4 litres/100 km (43.56 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed
Airbags6. Front airbags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1896 ccm (115.69 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power150.00 PS (110 kW or 148 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque320.00 Nm (32.6 kgf-m or 236.0 ft.lbs) at 1900 Rev. per min.
Compression18.5:1
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed211.0 km/h (131.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)9.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1080 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCombi
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space2577 litres (681 gallons)
Cargo space460 litres (122 gallons)
Optional cargo space1470 litres (388 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1389 kg (3,062.2 pounds)
Max weight with load1920 kg (4,232.9 pounds)
Towing weight1400 kg (3,086.5 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

Aprox price as new EUR29030
CO2 emissions173.0 g/km
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