The Karmann Ghia is a classic car with a top speed of 132 km/h or 82.02 mph, making it a great option for those who want a stylish ride with decent performance.
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Rating
Max Speed
132 km/h 82.02 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Karmann Ghia is a stylish coupe with a compact body, seating four people comfortably. It has a length of 4140 mm, width of 1633 mm, and height of 1331 mm, making it easy to maneuver in tight spaces. Its wheelbase of 2400 mm and front and rear tracks of 1311 mm and 1349 mm, respectively, provide a stable ride.
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Rating
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Doors
2
Length
4140 mm 162.99 in.
Width
1633 mm 64.29 in.
Height
1331 mm 52.4 in.
Wheelbase
2400 mm 94.49 in.
Front Track
1311 mm 51.61 in.
Rear Track
1349 mm 53.11 in.
Min Turning Circle
11.3 m 37.07 ft.
Fuel Consumption
The Karmann Ghia is a classic sports car known for its elegant design and nimble handling. It boasts a powerful engine and offers excellent fuel efficiency.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.6 l/100 km 27.35 US mpg 32.85 UK mpg 11.63 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Karmann Ghia features a 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine producing 53 horsepower. It boasts a naturally aspirated engine and a 4-speed manual transmission. The engine is positioned at the rear in a longitudinal configuration. The suspension system includes transverse stabilizers and torsion bars for both the front and rear axles.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
53 Hp @ 4200 rpm.
Power Per Litre
35.5 Hp/l
Engine Layout
Rear, Longitudinal
Engine Displacement
1493 cm3 91.11 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
180° flat V-engine
Cylinder Bore
83.06 mm 3.27 in.
Piston Stroke
69.09 mm 2.72 in.
Compression Ratio
7.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHV
Engine Oil Capacity
2.5 l 2.64 US qt | 2.2 UK qt
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
4 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Transverse stabilizer, Torsion
Rear Suspension
Torsion
Brakes
The Karmann Ghia is a classic car with a unique design and decent braking performance, featuring disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. The worm-reduction unit steering type provides a smooth driving experience.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Worm-reduction unit
Weight & Capacity
The Karmann Ghia boasts a lightweight design with a power-to-weight ratio of 16.4 kg/Hp, offering nimble handling. Its kerb weight of 870 kg and maximum weight capacity of 1200 kg ensure a comfortable and capable driving experience. The fuel tank capacity of 40 l provides ample range for daily commutes or weekend adventures.
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Weight To Power Ratio
16.4 kg/Hp, 60.9 Hp/tonne
Kerb Weight
870 kg 1918.02 lbs.
Max Weight
1200 kg 2645.55 lbs.
Max Load
330 kg 727.53 lbs.
Fuel Tank Capacity
40 l 10.57 US gal | 8.8 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Karmann Ghia (Type 14)
The top speed of the Karmann Ghia is 132 km/h or 82.02 mph.
The Karmann Ghia has a seating capacity of 4 people.
The length of the Karmann Ghia is 4140 mm or 162.99 in.
The minimum turning circle of the Karmann Ghia is 11.3 m or 37.07 ft.
The Karmann Ghia is not particularly fast, but it has a decent top speed for a classic car.
The Karmann Ghia is a stylish and iconic car with a unique design that sets it apart from other classic cars.
The Karmann Ghia runs on petrol (gasoline).
The combined fuel consumption is 8.6 l/100 km (27.35 US mpg, 32.85 UK mpg).
The spec sheet does not include information about the engine specifications.
The engine displacement is 1493 cm3.
The Karmann Ghia has a 4-speed manual transmission.
The engine is positioned at the rear in a longitudinal configuration.
Disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear.
Worm-reduction unit.
Yes, it is a classic car with a unique design.
The Karmann Ghia typically came with a 1.2L to 1.7L inline-four engine.
The Karmann Ghia is considered a rare car, with only around 450,000 units produced during its production run.
The Karmann Ghia is considered a good investment, as its value tends to appreciate over time due to its rarity and classic status.
Fuel consumption data is not in the given specifications.
The maximum load capacity is 330 kg, but specific cargo capacity information is not included.
Engine specifications are not in the given specifications.
