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Volkswagen K70

General information

ModelVolkswagen K70
Year1972
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1605 ccm (97.94 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving6.5 litres/100 km (36.19 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1605 ccm (97.94 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power75.00 PS (55 kW or 74 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque124 Nm (12.6 kgf-m or 91.5 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke82.0 x 76.0 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed148.0 km/h (92.0 mph)
0-50 miles11.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0714 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4540 litres (1,199 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1050 kg (2,314.9 pounds)
Overall length4430 mm (174.4 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Ground clearance140 mm (5.5 inches)
Wheelbase2700 mm (106.3 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
CO2 emissions138.0 g/km
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