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Volkswagen Polo Classic 1.4

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo Classic 1.4
Year2008
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating63.7 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 driving4.6 litres/100 km (51.70 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1422 ccm (86.77 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 3 cylinder
Max torque195.00 Nm (19.9 kgf-m or 143.8 ft.lbs) at 2200 Rev. per min.
Compression19.5:1
Bore x stroke79.6 x 95.5 mm (3.1 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed174.0 km/h (108.1 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)12.8 seconds

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Cargo space432 litres (114 gallons)
Optional cargo space1470 litres (388 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution
Front suspensionWishbone

Dimensions and weight

Weight1209 kg (2,665.4 pounds)
Max weight with load1530 kg (3,373.1 pounds)
Towing weight1175 kg (2,590.4 pounds)
Overall length4200 mm (165.4 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)
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