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Volkswagen Polo 1.4 TDi Highline

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo 1.4 TDi Highline
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1421 ccm (86.71 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving4.5 litres/100 km (52.27 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags2. Front airbags. Optional side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1421 ccm (86.71 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 systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)13.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0644 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space2577 litres (681 gallons)
Cargo space270 litres (71 gallons)
Optional cargo space1030 litres (272 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringOptional traction control. Optional Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle12 m (476.4 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1165 kg (2,568.4 pounds)
Max weight with load1640 kg (3,615.6 pounds)
Towing weight1000 kg (2,204.6 pounds)
Overall length3900 mm (153.5 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2470 mm (97.2 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR16805
CO2 emissions149.0 g/km
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