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Volkswagen Jetta 1.6 Trendline

General information

ModelVolkswagen Jetta 1.6 Trendline
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.6 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

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
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement1595 ccm (97.33 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max torque149 Nm (15.2 kgf-m or 109.9 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemIndirect injection, multi point
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed
GearboxAutomatic, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed186.0 km/h (115.6 mph)
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

Turn circle12 m (460.6 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution
Front suspensionIndependent

Dimensions and weight

Weight1271 kg (2,802.1 pounds)
Max weight with load1465 kg (3,229.8 pounds)
Towing weight570 kg (1,256.6 pounds)
Overall length4220 mm (166.1 inches)
Overall height1490 mm (58.7 inches)
Wheelbase2580 mm (101.6 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions161.0 g/km
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