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Volkswagen Polo 1.4 TDi

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo 1.4 TDi
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating56.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1422 ccm (86.77 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving6.1 litres/100 km (38.50 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4. Front airbags. Optional side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1422 ccm (86.77 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 3 cylinder
Max power75.00 PS (55 kW or 74 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque195.00 Nm (19.9 kgf-m or 143.8 ft.lbs) at 2200 Rev. per min.
Compression19.5:1
Bore x stroke79.5 x 95.5 mm (3.1 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemElectronic fuel injection (EFI)
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed175.0 km/h (108.7 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)14.3 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0688 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space2577 litres (681 gallons)
Cargo space270 litres (71 gallons)
Optional cargo space1030 litres (272 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringOptional traction control. Optional Electronic stabilasation program (ESP). Optional traction control. Optional Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution Antilocking brake system (ABS).
Front suspensionWishbone

Dimensions and weight

Weight1090 kg (2,403.0 pounds)
Max weight with load1465 kg (3,229.8 pounds)
Towing weight1090 kg (2,403.0 pounds)
Overall length3910 mm (153.9 inches)
Overall width1680 mm (66.1 inches)
Overall height1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Wheelbase2470 mm (97.2 inches)
Fuel capacity49.0 litres (12.95 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR13855
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