The SEAT Bora is a compact car with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 9 seconds and a top speed of 216 km/h. It's a decent performer with a comfortable ride.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
9 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
9 sec
Max Speed
216 km/h 134.22 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Bora is a Sedan with a length of 4376 mm (172.28 in) and a width of 1735 mm (68.31 in), making it a spacious car for five people with plenty of legroom. Its 2519 mm (99.17 in) wheelbase and 1446 mm (56.93 in) height ensure a comfortable and smooth ride. The car has a minimum turning circle of 10.9 m (35.76 ft.), making it easy to maneuver in tight spaces.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4376 mm 172.28 in.
Width
1735 mm 68.31 in.
Width Including Mirrors
2018 mm 79.45 in.
Height
1446 mm 56.93 in.
Wheelbase
2519 mm 99.17 in.
Front Track
1513 mm 59.57 in.
Rear Track
1494 mm 58.82 in.
Min Turning Circle
10.9 m 35.76 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The car is a Bora model that runs on Diesel and meets Euro 3 emission standard. It has a fuel consumption of 7.3 l/100 km in urban areas, 4.5 l/100 km in extra-urban areas, and 5.5 l/100 km in combined driving. The CO2 emissions are 149 g/km.
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Emission Standard
Euro 3
Fuel Consumption Urban
7.3 l/100 km 32.22 US mpg 38.7 UK mpg 13.7 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
4.5 l/100 km 52.27 US mpg 62.77 UK mpg 22.22 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
5.5 l/100 km 42.77 US mpg 51.36 UK mpg 18.18 km/l
Co2 Emissions
149 g/km
Engine & Transmission
The Bora boasts a turbocharged 1.8L inline-4 engine producing 150 hp and 320 Nm of torque. It features a manual transmission and front-wheel drive.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
150 Hp @ 4000 rpm.
Power Per Litre
79.1 Hp/l
Torque
320 Nm @ 1900 rpm. 236.02 lb.-ft. @ 1900 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
ARL
Engine Displacement
1896 cm3 115.7 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
79.5 mm 3.13 in.
Piston Stroke
95.5 mm 3.76 in.
Compression Ratio
18.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Pump-nozzle (Unit Injector)
Engine Aspiration
Turbocharger, Intercooler
Valvetrain
OHC
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 l 4.76 US qt | 3.96 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
5W-40 / VW 505 01
Coolant
6 l 6.34 US qt | 5.28 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
6 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension
Semi-independent, coil spring
Brakes
The SEAT Bora is a reliable and feature-packed sedan with ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear, assisted by ABS. It has a hydraulic power steering system and comes with 205/55 R16 tires on 6.5J x 16 wheel rims.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear Brakes
Disc
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Hydraulic Steering
Tires Size
205/55 R16
Wheel Rims Size
6.5J x 16
Weight & Capacity
The Bora has a weight-to-power ratio of 9.6 kg/Hp (104 Hp/tonne) and a weight-to-torque ratio of 4.5 kg/Nm (221.9 Nm/tonne). It has a kerb weight of 1442 kg (3179.07 lbs.) and a maximum weight of 1850 kg (4078.55 lbs.). The car has a trunk/boot space that ranges from 455 l (16.07 cu. ft.) to 785 l (27.72 cu. ft.) and a fuel tank capacity of 55 l (14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal). The maximum roof load is 75 kg (165.35 lbs.) and the permitted trailer load with brakes is 1400 kg (3086.47 lbs.).
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Weight To Power Ratio
9.6 kg/Hp, 104 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
4.5 kg/Nm, 221.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1442 kg 3179.07 lbs.
Max Weight
1850 kg 4078.55 lbs.
Max Load
408 kg 899.49 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
455 l 16.07 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
785 l 27.72 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
55 l 14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal
Max Roof Load
75 kg 165.35 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load With Brakes 12 Percent
1400 kg 3086.47 lbs.
Permitted Trailer Load Without Brakes
600 kg 1322.77 lbs.
Permitted Towbar Download
75 kg 165.35 lbs.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Bora (1J2)
The Bora has five seats.
The Bora is a Sedan.
The width of the Bora including mirrors is 2018 mm (79.45 in).
The SEAT Bora can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 9 seconds.
The top speed of the SEAT Bora is 216 km/h.
The SEAT Bora can accelerate from 0-62 mph in 9 seconds.
The car uses Diesel.
The car meets Euro 3 emission standard.
The fuel consumption is 7.3 l/100 km in urban areas, 4.5 l/100 km in extra-urban areas, and 5.5 l/100 km in combined driving.
The Bora has an inline engine configuration.
The Bora produces 150 hp at 4000 rpm.
The Bora comes with a 6-speed manual transmission.
The SEAT Bora has ventilated discs in the front and discs in the rear, assisted by ABS.
The SEAT Bora has a hydraulic power steering system.
The SEAT Bora comes with 205/55 R16 tires.
The SEAT Bora was available with a range of engine capacities, including 1.4L, 1.6L, and 2.0L petrol engines.
The SEAT Bora has a generally good reputation for reliability, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
Yes, the SEAT Bora is a practical and spacious car that is well-suited for families, with a comfortable interior and generous cargo space.
The weight-to-power ratio of the Bora is 9.6 kg/Hp (104 Hp/tonne).
The fuel tank capacity of the Bora is 55 l (14.53 US gal | 12.1 UK gal).
The permitted trailer load without brakes for the Bora is 600 kg (1322.77 lbs.).
