The Volkswagen Polo offers a balanced driving experience with a comfortable ride and agile handling. Its 1.6-liter engine provides adequate power for city driving and highway cruising, while its fuel efficiency is commendable.
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Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
11.9 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
11.9 sec
Max Speed
172 km/h 106.88 mph
Body & Dimensions
The Volkswagen Polo is a compact hatchback with a length of 3,765 mm, width of 1,570 mm, and height of 1,350 mm. It has a wheelbase of 2,335 mm and a front track of 1,320 mm. The car has 5 seats and 3 doors.
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Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Doors
3
Length
3765 mm 148.23 in.
Width
1570 mm 61.81 in.
Height
1350 mm 53.15 in.
Wheelbase
2335 mm 91.93 in.
Front Track
1320 mm 51.97 in.
Rear Track
1345 mm 52.95 in.
Fuel Consumption
The car in question is a Polo that runs on petrol, with varying fuel consumption rates in different driving conditions. The urban fuel consumption is 8.2 l/100 km, extra-urban is 5.4 l/100 km, and the combined fuel consumption is 7.4 l/100 km.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
8.2 l/100 km 28.68 US mpg 34.45 UK mpg 12.2 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
5.4 l/100 km 43.56 US mpg 52.31 UK mpg 18.52 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
7.4 l/100 km 31.79 US mpg 38.17 UK mpg 13.51 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Volkswagen Polo boasts a 1.2L 4-cylinder engine generating 75 hp and 100 Nm of torque. It features a manual 5-speed transmission and front-wheel drive. The engine delivers a power-to-liter ratio of 58.8 hp/l, ensuring responsive performance.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
75 Hp @ 5900 rpm.
Power Per Litre
58.8 Hp/l
Torque
100 Nm @ 3200 rpm. 73.76 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
3F
Engine Displacement
1275 cm3 77.81 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
75 mm 2.95 in.
Piston Stroke
72 mm 2.83 in.
Compression Ratio
10
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC
Engine Oil Capacity
3.5 l 3.7 US qt | 3.08 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
10W-40 / VW 500 00 10W-40, 15W-40 / VW 501 01
Coolant
5.6 l 5.92 US qt | 4.93 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
5 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Coil spring
Rear Suspension
Coil spring
Brakes
The Polo car model comes equipped with disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear, ensuring reliable stopping power. The steering system features a rack and pinion mechanism for smooth handling. The car rides on 155/70 R13 tires mounted on 4.5J x 13 wheel rims, providing a comfortable ride and stable handling.
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Front Brakes
Disc
Rear Brakes
Drum
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Tires Size
155/70 R13
Wheel Rims Size
4.5J x 13
Weight & Capacity
The Volkswagen Polo is a compact car with a kerb weight of 1719.61 lbs and a maximum weight of 2711.69 lbs. It has a fuel tank capacity of 11.1 US gal and a trunk boot space of 8.48 cu ft to 36.37 cu ft. It also has a weight-to-power ratio of 10.4 kg/Hp and 96.2 Hp/tonne.
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Weight To Power Ratio
10.4 kg/Hp, 96.2 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
7.8 kg/Nm, 128.2 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
780 kg 1719.61 lbs.
Max Weight
1230 kg 2711.69 lbs.
Max Load
450 kg 992.08 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
240 l 8.48 cu. ft.
Trunk Boot Space Maximum
1030 l 36.37 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
42 l 11.1 US gal | 9.24 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Volkswagen - Polo II (86C)
The wheelbase of the Volkswagen Polo is 2,335 mm or 91.93 inches.
The length of the Volkswagen Polo is 3,765 mm or 148.23 inches.
The Volkswagen Polo has 5 seats.
The Polo accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 11.9 seconds.
The Polo has a maximum speed of 172 km/h (106.88 mph).
Fuel consumption figures are not in the given specifications.
This car uses petrol (gasoline).
The fuel consumption rate in urban driving conditions is 8.2 l/100 km.
The combined fuel consumption rate for this car is 7.4 l/100 km.
Fuel consumption information is not in the given spec sheet.
The Polo comes equipped with a manual 5-speed transmission.
The engine displacement is 1275 cm3.
The Polo has disc brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear.
The Polo features a steering rack and pinion mechanism.
The Polo has 155/70 R13 tires mounted on 4.5J x 13 wheel rims.
The Polo has a fuel efficiency of up to 47.1 mpg (combined cycle) depending on the engine and transmission choice.
Yes, the Polo has a good reliability record, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
Yes, the Polo offers a range of trim levels and options, including exterior and interior color choices, to allow for some customization.
The kerb weight of the Volkswagen Polo is 1719.61 lbs.
The maximum weight of the Volkswagen Polo is 2711.69 lbs.
The fuel tank capacity of the Volkswagen Polo is 11.1 US gal.
