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Volkswagen Polo 1.6 Trendline

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo 1.6 Trendline
Year2009
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating51.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.0 litres/100 km (33.60 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. 0

Engine and transmission

Displacement1597 ccm (97.45 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
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.
Compression18.0:1
Bore x stroke87.0 x 76.5 mm (3.4 x 3.0 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlSingle overhead cam (SOHC)
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 ratio0.0438 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors5
Passenger space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Cargo space270 litres (71 gallons)
Optional cargo space565 litres (149 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringPower assisted.
Turn circle12 m (476.4 inches)
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system, Electronic brake distribution
Front suspensionWishbone

Dimensions and weight

Weight2307 kg (5,086.1 pounds)
Towing weight1075 kg (2,370.0 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

CO2 emissions173.0 g/km
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