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Volkswagen Jetta 1.6 Comfortline

General information

ModelVolkswagen Jetta 1.6 Comfortline
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating61.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1595 ccm (97.33 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.4 litres/100 km (31.79 miles per gallon)
Seats5
Drive4WD
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Displacement1595 ccm (97.33 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max torque148.00 Nm (15.1 kgf-m or 109.2 ft.lbs) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke81.1 x 77.4 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemElectronic fuel injection (EFI)
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)12.2 seconds

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2577 litres (681 gallons)
Cargo space527 litres (139 gallons)
Optional cargo space201 litres (53 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionMulitlink

Dimensions and weight

Weight1271 kg (2,802.1 pounds)
Max weight with load1465 kg (3,229.8 pounds)
Towing weight590 kg (1,300.7 pounds)
Overall length5180 mm (203.9 inches)
Overall height1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Wheelbase2580 mm (101.6 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions173.0 g/km
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