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Volkswagen Polo 1.6 Comfortline

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo 1.6 Comfortline
Year2006
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating55 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.0 litres/100 km (33.60 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Max power101.00 PS (74 kW or 100 HP) at 5500 Rev. per min.
Max torque140.00 Nm (14.3 kgf-m or 103.3 ft.lbs) at 3300 Rev. per min.
Compression10.0:1
Bore x stroke87.0 x 76.5 mm (3.4 x 3.0 inches)
Valves per cylinder2
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed184.0 km/h (114.3 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)10.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0839 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Cargo space270 litres (71 gallons)
Optional cargo space1450 litres (383 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted steering.
Brake detailsABS
Front suspensionWishbone

Dimensions and weight

Weight1204 kg (2,654.4 pounds)
Towing weight1200 kg (2,645.5 pounds)
Overall length3920 mm (154.3 inches)
Overall width1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2470 mm (97.2 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
Service interval30,000 km
CO2 emissions148.9 g/km
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