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Volkswagen Lupo 1.7 SDi

General information

ModelVolkswagen Lupo 1.7 SDi
Year2008
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating56.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1716 ccm (104.71 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving4.6 litres/100 km (51.70 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. Optional front air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1716 ccm (104.71 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power60.00 PS (44 kW or 59 HP) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Max torque115.00 Nm (11.7 kgf-m or 84.8 ft.lbs) at 2200 Rev. per min.
Compression19.5:1
Bore x stroke79.5 x 86.4 mm (3.1 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 speed157.0 km/h (97.6 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)16.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0569 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Cargo space130 litres (34 gallons)
Optional cargo space830 litres (219 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringTraction control
Turn circle10 m (409.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1055 kg (2,325.9 pounds)
Max weight with load1430 kg (3,152.6 pounds)
Towing weight800 kg (1,763.7 pounds)
Overall length3530 mm (139.0 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2330 mm (91.7 inches)
Fuel capacity34.0 litres (8.98 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR12630
Service interval30,000 km
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