The Polonez is a hatchback model with 5 seats and 3/5 doors. It has a length of 4318 mm (170 in.), width of 1650 mm (64.96 in.), and height of 1420 mm (55.91 in.). The wheelbase is 2509 mm (98.78 in.), with a front track of 1315 mm (51.77 in.) and rear track of 1292 mm (50.87 in.).
Specs
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Rating
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
3/5
Length
4318 mm 170 in.
Width
1650 mm 64.96 in.
Height
1420 mm 55.91 in.
Wheelbase
2509 mm 98.78 in.
Front Track
1315 mm 51.77 in.
Rear Track
1292 mm 50.87 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Polonez is a diesel-powered car with a fuel consumption of 6.5 liters per 100 kilometers, equivalent to 36.19 US mpg or 43.46 UK mpg. This makes it a relatively fuel-efficient vehicle.
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Rating
Fuel Type
Diesel
Fuel Consumption Combined
6.5 l/100 km 36.19 US mpg 43.46 UK mpg 15.38 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Polonez features a 1.9-liter inline-4 engine producing 70 horsepower and 88.51 lb-ft of torque. It has a manual 5-speed transmission and rear-wheel drive. The engine is naturally aspirated and utilizes a standard diesel injection system.
Specs
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
70 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
36.7 Hp/l
Torque
120 Nm @ 2000 rpm. 88.51 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Displacement
1905 cm3 116.25 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
83 mm 3.27 in.
Piston Stroke
88 mm 3.46 in.
Compression Ratio
23
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Diesel - Standard diesel injection (SDI)
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHC
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Coil spring
Rear Suspension
Coil spring
Brakes
The Polonez car model features disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels, ensuring reliable stopping power. The 175/70 R13 tires provide a comfortable ride and decent handling. Overall, this car is a solid choice for those seeking a dependable and safe driving experience.
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Rating
Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
Tires Size
175/70 R13
Weight & Capacity
The Polonez is a well-balanced car with a good weight-to-power ratio of 16.2 kg/Hp and a weight-to-torque ratio of 9.5 kg/Nm. It has a kerb weight of 1135 kg and a maximum weight of 1560 kg, with a maximum load capacity of 425 kg. The trunk space is spacious, ranging from 300 liters to 1070 liters. The fuel tank capacity is 45 liters.
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Rating
Weight To Power Ratio
16.2 kg/Hp, 61.7 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
9.5 kg/Nm, 105.7 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1135 kg 2502.25 lbs.
Max Weight
1560 kg 3439.21 lbs.
Max Load
425 kg 936.96 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
300 l 10.59 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
1070 l 37.79 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
45 l 11.89 US gal | 9.9 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for FSO - Polonez III
The Polonez is a hatchback car.
The Polonez has 5 seats.
The Polonez has a length of 4318 mm (170 in.), width of 1650 mm (64.96 in.), and height of 1420 mm (55.91 in.). The wheelbase is 2509 mm (98.78 in.), with a front track of 1315 mm (51.77 in.) and rear track of 1292 mm (50.87 in).
20 seconds
140 km/h (86.99 mph)
No, it's not particularly fast, but it's reliable and practical for daily driving.
Diesel
6.5 liters per 100 kilometers
36.19 US mpg
The Polonez runs on diesel fuel.
The Polonez has a 5-speed manual transmission.
The engine is positioned in a front, longitudinal configuration.
The Polonez has disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels.
The tire size of the Polonez is 175/70 R13.
Yes, the Polonez is known for its reliability and safety features.
1978-2002
Sedan, hatchback, and wagon
Reliability, fuel efficiency, and spacious interior
