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Volkswagen Bora

General information

ModelVolkswagen Bora
Year1999
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1422 ccm (86.77 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1422 ccm (86.77 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power75.7 PS (56 kW or 75 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque133.00 Nm (13.6 kgf-m or 98.1 ft.lbs) at 3300 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke76.5 x 75.6 mm (3.0 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0639 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.3

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (429.1 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1190 kg (2,623.5 pounds)
Overall length4380 mm (172.4 inches)
Overall width1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Overall height1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Service interval30,000 km
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