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Volkswagen Polo Coupe GT G40

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo Coupe GT G40
Year1985
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating56 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1272 ccm (77.62 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1272 ccm (77.62 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power117.60 PS (86 kW or 116 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque145.00 Nm (14.8 kgf-m or 107.0 ft.lbs) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Compression8.0:1
Bore x stroke75.0 x 72.0 mm (3.0 x 2.8 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed195.0 km/h (121.2 mph)
0-60 miles9.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1633 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space4020 litres (1,062 gallons)
Cargo space270 litres (71 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight720 kg (1,587.3 pounds)
Overall length3660 mm (144.1 inches)
Overall width1590 mm (62.6 inches)
Overall height1360 mm (53.5 inches)
Wheelbase2340 mm (92.1 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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