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Volkswagen Polo 1.8T GTI

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo 1.8T GTI
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline, unleaded 95
Fuel mixed driving7.8 litres/100 km (30.16 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. Optional front air bags. Side airbags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1781 ccm (108.68 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power150.00 PS (110 kW or 148 HP) at 5800 Rev. per min.
Max torque221 Nm (22.5 kgf-m or 163.0 ft.lbs) at 1950 Rev. per min.
Bore x stroke81.0 x 86.4 mm (3.2 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder5
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed216.0 km/h (134.2 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)8.2 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1289 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space2577 litres (681 gallons)
Cargo space270 litres (71 gallons)
Optional cargo space1030 litres (272 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4
Climate controlClimate control

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (460.6 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution, Automatic stabilisation control Antilocking brake system (ABS).
Front suspensionWishbone

Dimensions and weight

Weight1164 kg (2,566.2 pounds)
Max weight with load1700 kg (3,747.9 pounds)
Towing weight800 kg (1,763.7 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
Aprox price as new EUR19830
CO2 emissions149.0 g/km
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