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Volkswagen Santana LX Diesel

General information

ModelVolkswagen Santana LX Diesel
Year1981
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating60.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1588 ccm (96.90 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power54.80 PS (40 kW or 54 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min.
Max torque100.00 Nm (10.2 kgf-m or 73.8 ft.lbs) at 2300 Rev. per min.
Compression23.0:1
Bore x stroke76.5 x 86.4 mm (3.0 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed140.0 km/h (87.0 mph)
0-50 miles12.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0535 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (425.2 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1025 kg (2,259.7 pounds)
Overall length4550 mm (179.1 inches)
Overall width1700 mm (66.9 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Wheelbase2560 mm (100.8 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)
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