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Volkswagen Polo

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo
Year1997
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating55.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1043 ccm (63.64 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1043 ccm (63.64 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power50.00 PS (37 kW or 49 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque86.00 Nm (8.8 kgf-m or 63.4 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0524 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space3960 litres (1,046 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight955 kg (2,105.4 pounds)
Overall length3720 mm (146.5 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2410 mm (94.9 inches)
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