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Volkswagen Bora 1.6

General information

ModelVolkswagen Bora 1.6
Year2000
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating57.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags2

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power117.00 PS (86 kW or 115 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque155.00 Nm (15.8 kgf-m or 114.3 ft.lbs) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke81.0 x 77.4 mm (3.2 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0944 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 brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1240 kg (2,733.7 pounds)
Overall length4420 mm (174.0 inches)
Overall width1740 mm (68.5 inches)
Overall height1460 mm (57.5 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity55.0 litres (14.53 gallons)

Other specifications

Service interval30,000 km
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