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Volkswagen Polo 1.6 Berline

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo 1.6 Berline
Year1996
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating56 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1595 ccm (97.33 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1595 ccm (97.33 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power101.00 PS (74 kW or 100 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque140.00 Nm (14.3 kgf-m or 103.3 ft.lbs) at 3500 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke81.0 x 77.4 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0935 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3930 litres (1,038 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1086 kg (2,394.2 pounds)
Overall length4150 mm (163.4 inches)
Overall width1650 mm (65.0 inches)
Overall height1420 mm (55.9 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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