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Volkswagen Polo 1.2 Highline

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo 1.2 Highline
Year2010
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating58.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1196 ccm (72.98 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 air bags. Optional side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1196 ccm (72.98 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 stroke76.5 x 86.9 mm (3.0 x 3.4 inches)
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed162.0 km/h (100.7 mph)
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 space4180 litres (1,104 gallons)
Cargo space270 litres (71 gallons)
Optional cargo space1030 litres (272 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntilocking brake 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)
Wheelbase2470 mm (97.2 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR14780
CO2 emissions173.0 g/km
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