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Volkswagen Polo 1.2 Highline

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo 1.2 Highline
Year2005
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating60.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1198 ccm (73.10 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving6.0 litres/100 km (39.20 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4. Front airbags. Optional side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1198 ccm (73.10 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 3 cylinder
Max power64.00 PS (47 kW or 63 HP) at 5400 Rev. per min.
Max torque112.00 Nm (11.4 kgf-m or 82.6 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke76.6 x 86.9 mm (3.0 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)14.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0590 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space3940 litres (1,041 gallons)
Cargo space270 litres (71 gallons)
Optional cargo space1030 litres (272 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringOptional traction control. Optional Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1085 kg (2,392.0 pounds)
Max weight with load1550 kg (3,417.2 pounds)
Towing weight800 kg (1,763.7 pounds)
Overall length3900 mm (153.5 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2520 mm (99.2 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Aprox price as new EUR14850
Service interval30,000 km
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