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Volkswagen Polo 1.9 SDi

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo 1.9 SDi
Year2008
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating54.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1895 ccm (115.63 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving4.7 litres/100 km (50.05 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags4. Front airbags. Optional side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1895 ccm (115.63 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power64.00 PS (47 kW or 63 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque125.00 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) at 1600 Rev. per min.
Compression19.5:1
Bore x stroke79.5 x 95.5 mm (3.1 x 3.8 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlOverhead cam (OHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed160.0 km/h (99.4 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)17.0 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0552 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

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringOptional traction control. Optional Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1160 kg (2,557.4 pounds)
Max weight with load1630 kg (3,593.5 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)
Wheelbase2470 mm (97.2 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR13105
CO2 emissions149.0 g/km
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