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Volkswagen Polo 1.2 TDi BlueMotion

General information

ModelVolkswagen Polo 1.2 TDi BlueMotion
Year2010
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating59.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1199 ccm (73.16 cubic inches)
Fuel typeDiesel
Fuel mixed driving3.3 litres/100 km (71.28 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed
Airbags6. Front air bags. Side air bags.

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1199 ccm (73.16 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 3 cylinder
Max power75.00 PS (55 kW or 74 HP) at 4200 Rev. per min.
Max torque180.00 Nm (18.4 kgf-m or 132.8 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression16.5:1
Bore x stroke79.5 x 80.5 mm (3.1 x 3.2 inches)
Fuel systemTurbo
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
Lubrication systemWet sump
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed173.0 km/h (107.5 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)13.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0700 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeHatchback
Max no. of doors3
Passenger space2648 litres (700 gallons)
Cargo space280 litres (74 gallons)
Optional cargo space952 litres (252 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

SteeringOptional traction control. Electronic stabilasation program (ESP).
Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsAntilocking brake system (ABS).

Dimensions and weight

Weight1071 kg (2,361.2 pounds)
Max weight with load1650 kg (3,637.6 pounds)
Towing weight1000 kg (2,204.6 pounds)
Overall length3980 mm (156.7 inches)
Overall width1690 mm (66.5 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Wheelbase2480 mm (97.6 inches)
Fuel capacity45.0 litres (11.89 gallons)

Other specifications

Aprox price as new EUR16605
CO2 emissions173.0 g/km
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