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Volkswagen Polo 1.9 TDi

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo 1.9 TDi
Year2008
Rating60.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1896 ccm (115.69 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving7.2 litres/100 km (32.76 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. Front airbags. Optional side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1896 ccm (115.69 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power100.00 PS (74 kW or 99 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque240.00 Nm (24.5 kgf-m or 177.0 ft.lbs) at 1800 Rev. per min.
Compression19.0:1
Bore x stroke79.5 x 95.6 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 speed194.0 km/h (120.5 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)11.4 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0893 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
Climate controlAir condition.

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP). Traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Turn circle12 m (460.6 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control Antilocking brake system (ABS). Antilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1120 kg (2,469.2 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 height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2470 mm (97.2 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR15980
CO2 emissions161.0 g/km
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