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Volkswagen Citi 1.8i R 2008

General information

ModelVolkswagen Citi 1.8i R
Year2008
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1778 ccm (108.49 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving8.9 litres/100 km (26.43 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Displacement1778 ccm (108.49 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max torque162.00 Nm (16.5 kgf-m or 119.5 ft.lbs) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke81.0 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemElectronic fuel injection (EFI)
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed187.0 km/h (116.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.5 seconds

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space2577 litres (681 gallons)
Cargo space260 litres (69 gallons)
Optional cargo space869 litres (230 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntilocking brake system
Front suspensionWishbone

Dimensions and weight

Weight860 kg (1,896.0 pounds)
Max weight with load1465 kg (3,229.8 pounds)
Towing weight3500 kg (7,716.2 pounds)
Overall length3820 mm (150.4 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1380 mm (54.3 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
Fuel capacity49.0 litres (12.95 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions161.0 g/km
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